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Laura V.


Tolland, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Morning Nanny Available

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Hi, my name is Laura! I have cared for children from newborn-15 years old. My job duties included caring for the children along with picking up after them, doing laundry and dishes, making meals, taking them for hair cuts and doctor appointments, taking them to their daily activities and keeping them entertained throughout the...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Elyse T.


Vernon Rockville, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend Babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have over 15 years of experience working with infants, toddler, special needs and school aged children as a nanny for multiple families as well as in multiple childcare settings. I am currently not available as a full time nanny. Please message me for babysitting opportunities
Elyse can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Elyse has been our full time nanny for our four children for almost five years. In addition to taking excellent care of our children, she cooks them organic, from scratch meals, does amazing arts & crafts, helps with speech therapy, homework and is a part of our...

Amanda W.

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Kathy T.


Storrs Mansfield, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Care Giver Seeking An Opportunity To Help!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Since taking early retirement late last year, I have been helping my dad (age 94) and his wife. My dad has had increased difficulty getting around and had lost a good deal of his short term memory. I've helped with meal preparation, cleaning, and I have driven them to medical appointments and helped them with errands. I have...
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Merideth K.


Broad Brook, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked in child care for many years including classrooms with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-k headstart programs. I am also CPR and First Aide certified. I currently work for an allergist who regularly sees pediatric patients. I have an Associate's Degree in Child Development, am a nursing student, and am very...
Merideth can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Merideth is great with our kids. Has watched them many times,including for a few days straight while my husband and I went away on vacation. We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing the kids were in good hands. The kids always have a good time with her and ask...

Jigisha M.

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Ginger H.


Willington, CT

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Nurturing responsible and reliable career nanny with experience caring for newborn through teen age children. I have recent experience with twins and also special needs. Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certifications are current. I have taught gymnastics and swimming lessons and enjoy outdoor activities , reading, crafting, yoga and...
Ginger can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ginger has been part of our family for almost 10 years and she's actually the best. Kids gravitate to her. Anyone who hires Ginger would be incredibly lucky!"

Amanda N.

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Abby H.


Stafford Springs, CT

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hi, I'm Abby! I'm 22 years old and a current masters student at WSU earning my degree in speech language pathology. I love working with kids and have found working with children who have special needs to be most rewarding and fulfilling. I have experience working with children who have autism, ADD/ADHD, social emotional...
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Sarah E.


Manchester, CT

$17-32/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time/ Part-Time Caregiver

I am currently working for a before and after school program and looking to supplement my income and afford some fun things with my teenage son. I am CPR and 1st aid certified. I also am trained for epi pen injections. I have worked with both special needs kids and kids with dietary needs. I have worked with kids from newborn to...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
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Nicole T.


Ellington, CT

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Nicole. I am a mom of 4. I currently teach dance and Zumbini classes. I have been the publisher for Macaroni KID Enfield for almost 8 years. Before have my second child I worked as a para. I went to college for psychology. I am very kind, patient, responsible and respectful.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Laurel and I am 24 years old. I am up to date on my COVID vaccines(4in total)I am currently an Occupational Therapy Assistant and a student. Part of my program included a pediatrics course with an emphasis on child development and children with special needs. Also, I recently did a 8 week clinical rotation at East...
Laurel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

I started working with kids when I was 16 years old. I worked and facilitated my own classrooms with various of ages from new born- 12 years old until I was 20 years old. I began, working as an ABA therapist with special need children from ages of 3-12 working on daily living skills and communication. I currently graduated from...
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Stephanie J.


Manchester, CT

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver And Educator. Available For Part Time In The Evening And On Weekends.

I am a compassionate and empathetic caregiver by nature who loves working with people of all ages and backgrounds. I currently work as special education paraprofessional in a public school for children with special needs. I love working with children and would love to work with a senior population as well. I hold a deep respect...
Stephanie can also help with: Home modification, personal care
I have been a nanny for the pass 10 years so I am Great with kids all age and I'm very clean and organize and know how to keep a routine

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been an ice skating coach for 10 yrs to all ages, mostly 16 & under. I have babysat for many families since I was 13 as well as cleaned professionally and privately. I am a certified lifeguard; CPR& Heimlich certified, aCNA and a PCA. I am triple majored in my bachelors in English, History& Psychology with an accounting&...
Calista can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

Hi , my name is Heather, and I currently hold a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work . During my undergraduate studies , as well as post graduation, I spent time working for two agencies in which I worked individually with persons with cognitive and developmental disabilities as well as in a group setting . I believe in maintaining...
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Ariel L.


Bolton, CT

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Every Day.

The first experience I had with care giving for children was being a helping hand for a mother of three. Once I became babysitting certified along with being CPR certified I expanded how much I worked with kids. After taking small babysitting jobs for a while I spent three summers (over 35 weeks) working at a daycare caring for...
Ariel can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Patrick M.


Coventry, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I have several years of experience working with individuals with special needs. I have worked as a paraprofessional in a school setting, worked as a Personal Care Assistant, and currently work as a social worker with adults with developmental disabilities.
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Maggie A.


Somers, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Support

Hi! I have several years experience as a school counselor. My caseload includes several children with special needs. I am comfortable proving support to anyone with special needs.
The best words to describe myself is reliable, caring and hardworkinf. I have many years of experience with infants, children and adults with disabilities. I've worked as a Para, an aide in a nursing home and also private home care along with direct support with adults with disabilities at a day program.
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Patrick M.


Coventry, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

I have been a babysitter for the past 14 years. I have also directed an after school program and summer camp for several years. I have worked with children and adults with special needs. I have experience with children and youth of all ages.
Patrick can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

My name is Jenna. I am 18 years old and a freshman in the Pforzheimer honors college at Pace University in Manhattan. I am double majoring in Spanish and women's studies, with a minor in music. I hope to work for Unicef and travel to Spanish-speaking countries and work with children with special needs. I am originally from...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tolland, CT

Elyse T.

5.0

Elyse has been our full time nanny for our four children for almost five years. In addition to taking excellent care of our children, she cooks them organic, from scratch meals, does amazing arts & crafts, helps with speech therapy, homework and is a part of our family. We love her to pieces and I...

- Amanda W.

Merideth K.

5.0

Merideth is great with our kids. Has watched them many times,including for a few days straight while my husband and I went away on vacation. We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing the kids were in good hands. The kids always have a good time with her and ask when she'll be able to watch them...

- Jigisha M.

Ginger H.

5.0

Ginger has been part of our family for almost 10 years and she's actually the best. Kids gravitate to her. Anyone who hires Ginger would be incredibly lucky!

- Amanda N.

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