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Lakshmi B.


West Cornwall, CT

$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

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Providing care for children with special needs while maintaining a calm and caring demeanor. Assistance with all aspects of daily living.
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Stephanie C.


Torrington, CT

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time To Full-time Caregiver Available

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Stephanie and I am an experienced childcare provider with 20 years of experience caring for children of all ages. It includes but doesn't limit the following: babysitting multiple families, caring for twins with special needs, & nannying 3 kids for almost 7 years. I'm also a mom of two boys, 4 and 7, who go to...
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"Stephanie was an amazing caregiver for our daughter and dog. She is extremely dependable and gave plenty of notice when she was no longer able to watch our daughter. Very reliable and respectful and any family would be lucky to have her!"

Kristina B.

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Cathy L.


Torrington, CT

$24-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, First and foremost I am a mom of four teens, and I love them to pieces. I enjoy being with kids and LOVE having fun. I have a recreation background, so being active is up my alley. I have had the pleasure of working with seniors and physically challenged for 20 years and currently am a nanny for special needs children. I...
Cathy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Tiana P.


Torrington, CT

$20/hr • 1 yrs exp

About Me!

I am an aspiring Teacher with experience in caring for children with special needs. I am well trained in ABA techniques and practices as I have been an ABA assistant for 1 year. I recently moved to Connecticut from New York and would love to continue helping children and families in any way that I can.
Tiana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Jason M.


Winsted, CT

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

18 Years Of Experience In Working With Folks With A Wide Variety Of Diagnoses Compassionate

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

27 years in providing excellent assistance and direct care for individuals with a wide variety of diagnosis and needs. I have managed a group home for 8 years. I realize my talents and heart are more suited for assisting folks directly with keen knowledge, compassion and dedication. Resume and references gladly furnished upon...
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Brittany S.


Millerton, NY

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 7+ years of experience in all age levels. Currently employed at The Cynthia White Children's Center. I have experience with special needs children and adults. As well as being med certified, CPR/first aide certified. I have experience with colostomy bags, g-tubes etc. I can help with Light Housekeeping, laundry, errands,...
Brittany can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Sashae T.


Torrington, CT

$17-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

I love what I do! Helping out the elderly or anyone and need that's my greatest passion. Knowing that I'm helping out anyone in need that's where I belong. It keeps me happy and motivated. I have done work in a nursing home and I've done home care. I'm also the oldest of four children. I love doing active things. Whether it be...
Hi I am a college student at the university of Connecticut hoping to join the pre-med path. I am CPR certified and am also an emt. I have worked in the hospital ER for two years, due to Covid I decided to take a break. I am comfortable with caring for children, special needs, and helping out elderly. I am very patient,...
Stephannie can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
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Caroline R.


Torrington, CT

$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hard-working And Passionate Individual

I have worked with an wide array of individuals ranging from preschoolers to individuals with special needs, individuals with behavioral challenges, elderly people, and more. I have a bachelors degree in counseling psychology and a minor in child health services. I am CPR, First Aid, AED, certified. I was previously med...
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Michelle R.


Torrington, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Drive To Appointments!

I'm a Special Needs mom and Paraprofessional in the Torrington school system. I'm available when school ends starting June 17th for pick-up and driving to local appointments or therapies, or to fill in to watch in my home with my son if needed.
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Katie G.


Kent, CT

$22-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun, Responsible Nanny!

Hi, my name is Katie! I graduated from Kent School and Rumsey Hall School. I have been babysitting for eight years and have gained experience with kids of all ages, with up to four at a time, including twins and kids with special needs. I have worked in various titles, including mother's helper, babysitter, nanny, tutor, and...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kara C.


Pine Plains, NY

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Supervisor in a home for children with disabilities. G-tube trained CPR/first aid certified. 10 years plus experience with same individual with autism Letters of recommendation from private families
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Samantha N.


New Hartford, CT

$17-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

About Me

Over the past 2 years I was working with mentally and physically disabled adults. I loved helping the individuals go to a program everyday and making sure they are learning something new, while also getting the care that they deserve. The past 5 years before that I was a preschool teacher ranging with ages 6 weeks old to 6 years...
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Caroline R.


Torrington, CT

$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Dedicated And Hard-Working Individual

I have been worked with an wide array of individuals ranging from preschoolers to individuals with special needs, individuals with behavioral challenges, elderly people, and more. I have a bachelors degree in counseling psychology and a minor in child health services. I am CPR, First Aid, AED, certified. I was previously med...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Gillian O.


South Egremont, MA

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs

I am a licensed Special Education teacher with a bachelors of arts in Child, Youth, and Family Studies from Lesley University. I have provided childcare for a 8-year-old with autism and physical disabilities. I have worked in classrooms for children diagnosed with a variety of significant diagnosis from grades PreK-8 as well an...
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Valerie H.


Litchfield, CT

$18-23/hr • 9 yrs exp

Special Needs Assistant

Behavior Analysts with experience working with individuals with diverse needs from infants to adults. I provide support to families and ongoing training based on established BIP.
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Kimberly G.


Winsted, CT

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hello, thank you for reading my profile! I have over 25 years of experience in various caring professions: CNA, RN, senior care, sitter for a young woman with Down Syndrome, and sitter for a young girl with learning disabilities. Although I gave up my nursing career when I experienced some health issues several years ago, I am...
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Gerald M.


Winsted, CT

$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Future Nurse With Over 3 Years Experience Helping Individuals With Special Needs

I enjoy helping others thrive and getting the most out of life. I was trained, certified, and re-certified in all the required disciplines concerning proper care and support for adults with both physical and mental challenges. I'm currently working towards becoming a nurse.
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Nikita B.


Torrington, CT

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Sitter And Smile Creater

Hi, I am Nikita B. and I am 24 years old. I graduated from Curry College in 2023 with my bachelors in science. I studied biology pre-med and took a few child development courses. I have been babysitting for a very long time as I am the second oldest of 12 kids. I have been a nanny in Milton, MA for the past 5 years while at...
Nikita can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Carolyn T.


New Milford, CT

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny-Live Out Available

Hello! I began volunteering at my local Cerebral Palsy Center when I was 14 yrs old, and continued volunteering, eventually landing employment as a teacher and client coordinator there. That was where it all started. I have since worked with adults and children with Autism, MS, Down Syndrome, etc. I am a Speech/Language...

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