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Alivia C.


Westbrook, CT

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Sitter!

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Hi my name is Alivia and I'm from Westbrook! I am attending SCSU for my Master's degree in Speech Pathology. Spring 2024 I graduated from UConn with a bachelor's degree in Speech Language and Hearing Sciences and minored in Early Childhood Education. I have much experience working with young children and both children and adults...
Alivia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Vicki P.


Niantic, CT

$16-19/hr10 yrs exp

Mother Of 6, Grandmother Of 17

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm an extremely active, fun-loving mother of 6 (now adult) children and 17 grandchildren. I enjoy outdoor activities, creative play, helping out around the house and just generally caring for others. I'm an avid gardener and enjoy sharing my love for nature with both children and adults. I'm excited to spend my days seeing the...
Vicki can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

I have done private in home cases for about 5 years. I've done toileting, bathing, food prep, housekeeping, meds, doctor appointments, grocery runs. I've also worked at two health agencies as companion and one of those were for special need individuals . I'm CPR/ first aid certified . I'm very good with kids , I'm a peoples...
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Brenda S.


Ivoryton, CT

$20-45/hr10 yrs exp

One of a Kind Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My work experience is quite diverse. I worked with a family with 4 children from 5-12 yrs old, inner city children, teenage runaways and currently work with individuals with disabilities such as autism, developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injury, etc. The care provided to individuals and their families may include daily...
Brenda can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Mariah S.


Old Saybrook, CT

$25-50/hr4 yrs exp

Mariah

Hi, My name is Mariah, I would describe my personality as outgoing, caring, and respectful. I genuinely enjoy working with kids, and here's why: I am the youngest of three siblings, and when my older siblings went off to college, I had a babysitter who became like an older sister to me. The bond we formed was incredibly special...
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Melissa S.


Niantic, CT

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Early Intervention Associate

I am coming up on two years of experience working with children with Autism Spectrum disorder. It has become a passion of mine, prompting me to pursue a Master's Degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis, with a concentration in ASD. Although there is always more to learn, I have a lot of experience working with kiddos and teaching...
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Sally D.


Clinton, CT

$21-28/hr10 yrs exp

I have extensive experience in childcare from 1987 to 2024. I was a nanny for 5 children for a professional family in Guilford and well as another professional family with 2 daughters in Woodbridge. I was a substitute teacher and a teacher's aide for the New Haven Board of Education Also, assisted with special needs children. My...
Sally can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Jen K.


Mattituck, NY

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Children Are A Blessing

Hello there. I have been caring for children most of my life. I spent many years as a preschool teacher, first with toddlers, then with 3-year-olds. I've been working for the past few years with children with special needs. They make life beautiful .
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Karen R.


Southampton, NY

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

I am a 53-year-old mother of three. I worked with special needs children and adults for 20 + years. Since having my own children I have taken care of children of all kinds.
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Deiby L.


Hampton Bays, NY

$19-24/hr1 yrs exp

Caring With Love

Hello, my name is Deiby, I am 23 years old, and since. I finished working as a babysitter from Tuesday to Saturday for two beautiful children, ages 3 and 9, whom I helped daily get ready for school, feed them, and do recreational activities. The 3-year-old boy had a special disability. he is taken to therapy once a week, and...
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Angelica Z.


East Hampton, NY

$30-35/hr9 yrs exp

Artistic Fun Sitter

Hey there! I am new to the city and new to Care. com, however I have 9 years of experience mostly in Amagansett and East Hampton. I can help with travel and car pooling, as needed. Safety is my first priority, as well as learning the parents rules and boundaries for their child. I like getting to know them and their tiny...
Angelica can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
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Laurie B.


Riverhead, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care provider

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Laurie and I have over 30 years of experience as a nursing assistant/home health aide/companion. I have worked with special needs children. I am CPR certified. Please feel free to view my detailed profile under Elder Care and contact me with any questions you may have. I live in Moriches.
I am a highly responsible male caregiver, caring and friendly. Focused on the patient's best interests; helping the patient maintain mental health, such as walking/wheelchair riding, exercises and light yoga, as well as assisting with personal hygiene, bathing, etc., as well as hygiene and cleanliness of the living space. I love...
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Ayabulela M.


Niantic, CT

$22-30/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Aide/ HHA

Hello Fam My name is Ayabulela (Aya) and I'm 29 years old. My first experience caring for those with Special Needs was with my niece. She was born deaf and that gave me a driving force to pursue my studies in Social Work. I'm an advocate for vulnerable groups (children, persons living with disabilities and seniors) and it gives...
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Devon R.


East Hampton, NY

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hello! My name is Devon. I am a 28-year-old professional. I am a graduate of Duke University where I played D1 lacrosse and now work remotely as a Producer at a award winning Marketing agency. I'm a very active person & maintaining a vibrant, healthy lifestyle is of utmost importance to me. I am a creative, kind-hearted...
Devon can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Riley D.


Niantic, CT

$17/hr

Part Time Babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have varied experience and love working with animals, children, the elderly, and special needs people. I have both paid and unpaid experience with babysitting. After high school, I volunteered at a program where I shadowed the caregiver of a special needs woman. I worked with them for a couple of years. I used to volunteer at...
Riley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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"Riley is very personable with my two kids age 9 and 6 years. He's willing to try new things like going out on a paddle board for the first time, and other outdoor activities. My kids love him! He has a flexible schedule at this time which has been helpful to us....

Jennifer T.

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Riley D.


Niantic, CT

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Companion

I have varied experience and love working with animals, children, the elderly, and special needs people. I have both paid and unpaid experience with babysitting. After high school, I volunteered at a program where I shadowed the caregiver of a special needs woman. I worked with them for a couple of years. I used to volunteer at...
Riley can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, companionship & more
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Skyler J.


Westbrook, CT

$24-50/hr4 yrs exp

About Me

A devoted worker passionate about making the lives of individuals with disabilities easier in any way I can.
I am a compassionate and motivated Special Education teacher and tutor with an extensive and diverse background in the education field. My years of experience with individuals with special needs and coaching high school athletics, will make me an exceptional candidate for your job. I have experience in mathematics, language...
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Riley D.


Niantic, CT

$17-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs

I have varied experience and love working with animals, children, the elderly, and special needs people. I have both paid and unpaid experience with babysitting. After high school, I volunteered at a program where I shadowed the caregiver of a special needs woman. I worked with them for a couple of years. I used to volunteer at...

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