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Dana B.


Oxford, CT

$22-28/hr10 yrs exp

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After dedicating myself in medical, child, and special needs fields for 17+ years I am qualified to work with adults and children of varying abilities. Capable of providing a large range of care, genuinely, I am interested in helping people reach their full potential by encouraging learning and emotional fulfillment through...
Dana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Christine D.


Naugatuck, CT

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Provider

I started caring for special needs children in 1999 in the school system. I found it to be quite challenging although extremely rewarding. I have then went on to obtain my CNA certificate and worked with the elderly in a nursing home. Currently, I work in a private group home with (10) special needs children. I feel my work...
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Marissa M.


Monroe, CT

$20-35/hr3 yrs exp

Responsible And Compassionate PCA

Since my first day of being employed as a summer camp counselor, I fell in love with being able to make a difference in peoples' lives. My job included creating a fun atmosphere for groups of up to 12 children at a time while providing guidance and enforcing safety and good behavior. Right now, I am currently employed as a PCA...
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Sydney M.


Brookfield, CT

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hi My name is Sydney . I am a mother of 3 (ages 6, 5, 18months). I have had plenty of experience caring for little ones. Along with personal experience, I have a couple years professional experience. I was a babysitter and a mother's helper when I was younger as well. I have also had some experience with working with children...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning
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Lisa M.


Brookfield, CT

$16-18/hr1 yrs exp

Responsible And Smart Energetic Love Being Creative And Making A Different

I am a mother of 3 youngest 17. I have 7 years experience in a nursery. 17 years working with adolescence in group home . I am currently working with special needs individual it's been 10 years and current.. very responsible and dedicated and dedicated in what I do.
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Vanessa M.


Waterbury, CT

$28-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Bilingual Full Time Nanny Available

Hi Parents, My Name is Vanessa. I have been working as a full-time nanny for over 15 years. I've been on my current job for almost 5 years, taking care of an almost 5-year-old boy. I am looking for a new full-time position now that I am relocating to CT. I love what I do and very much enjoy all aspects of child-care, especially...
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Dana B.


Oxford, CT

$20/hr5 yrs exp

After dedicating myself in medical, child, and special needs fields for 17+ years I am qualified to work with adults and children of varying abilities. Capable of providing a large range of care, genuinely, I am interested in helping people reach their full potential by encouraging learning and emotional fulfillment through...
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Kimya K.


Monroe, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Sped Teacher And Mother Of Four

I am a special education teacher, currently working in a local school district. I have a passion for working with kids, especially those with special needs. I am also a mother of four children so I have lots of experience. I have availability after school and on weekends.
Kimya can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
My name is Crystal and I've currently been a CNA for 16 years (13 in a nursing home taking care of trachea /vent patients with underlying issues). I have experience with a. m/p. m care, incontinence care, feeds ( weather it be orally or g-tube), CPR/ first aid, ADL's, transfers ( ranging from stand pivot, 2 person assist, slide...
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"Always prompt Considerate, respectful always a positive attitude "

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Robin T.


Newtown, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Director and School-Aged Teacher with Endless Energy and Love for the Outdoors

I have a BA with a double major in Art and Elementary Education. I have been a preschool teacher then Director, and the Supervisor of Youth and Family Programming for a local community center. I have had the opportunity to include special needs students in my after-school classes and in the large day camp I directed. Every...
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Pauline C.


Seymour, CT

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Caring For Any Child

I have worked a special needs class for a year with kid, ages 4 to 6-years-old with classes averaging between 7 to 10 children. For the last 6 months, I also have watched a 16-year-old boy with Down sydome who also has autism. After school and when Parents go out on dates .
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Robin T.


Newtown, CT

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Preschool Director

We all have a life purpose, a special calling, and mine is teaching children! You love your kids and when you can not be with them you want the absolute best for them. Look no more, I am right here! I will make sure everyone is safe, happy and that they laugh and have fun. We can do arts and crafts, build tracks for Hot Wheels,...
Robin can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Eugenia G.


Monroe, CT

$24-28/hr10 yrs exp

I am a mother of two grown girls and a grandmother of a 3-year-old boy who is special needs. I feel very blessed. I am looking for minimum of 30 hrs per week to care for children. I am a hard working energetic woman in her mid 50's. I'm able to assist with care of children, young adults, adults, light cooking, errands, crafts...
Eugenia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping
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"Jeannie was a blessing to our family! Thank you for being a great support in transporting our 4-year-old daughter to and from Daycare/School for over half a year. Highly recommend! "

Katherine R.

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Molly C.


Oxford, CT

$18-20/hr8 yrs exp

Molly C From Oxford, CT

Hello! I'm Molly, I am 23 years old and living in New Haven County. I am an energetic and active person who absolutely loves working with kids! I was a dancer all through high school as well as participated in numerous theater productions so I love creating fun artistic activities for the children I care for. In my free time I...
Molly can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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Stacey F.


Seymour, CT

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Caring, And Patient Care

I'm a 21-year-old college student who has experience with special needs individuals. I volunteer in campus access services at my school, which provides help for students with disabilities. I love adventures, reading, shopping, sports (especially hockey and gymnastics!), as well as video games. I'm a huge fan of painting and...
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Hilary V.


Woodbury, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Long Time Caregiver With Special Needs Experience Looking For Long Term Employment Locally.

I've been in the medical field since 2001. I started out in nursing homes caring for the elderly then switched into personal in home care due to how I saw how people were treated in those facilities. I went back to school in 2006 and received my medical assisting degree. From there I went into working in offices but quickly went...
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Natalie B.


Brookfield, CT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Caregiver

I am a Mom who's worked in human services for over 20 years. I have experience with special needs, kids and the elderly. My degree is in human services, so I have been able to hold various positions within the human services field. Please gand we can discuss your needs.
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Jeanine R.


Monroe, CT

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver For Individuals With Developmental/intellectual Disabilities

Experience with ASD and other intellectual disabilities Using applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy one on one for those who have ASD (autism spectrum disorder) Implemented behavioral plans under BCBA supervision Experience with challenging behaviors Provide knowledge of life skills and school readiness...
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Lauryn E.


Oxford, CT

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hello! I nannyed for an 8-year-old girl who is nonverbal and has a seizure disorder. I also have experience shadowing occupational therapists where I watched them work with children with autism, developmental delays, behavioral difficulties, and more.
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Dana B.


Oxford, CT

$18/hr10 yrs exp

After dedicating myself in the medical and special needs fields for 17+ years I am qualified to work with adults and seniors of varying abilities and needs. Capable of providing a large range of care, genuinely, I am interested in helping people by encouraging emotional fulfillment through appropriate enriching activities.
Dana can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia

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