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Danielle R.


Windsor, CT

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

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I have worked with students with varying ability levels and diverse needs from 1 y/o's to the 13-year-old I work 1:1 with during the school year.
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Elizabeth C.


West Hartford, CT

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Introduction To Elizabeth

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a third-year nursing student at the University of Saint Joseph with a strong passion for working with children. As a member of the honors program at USJ, I have taken several child development and med courses. I am CPR certified for both children and infants through the American Heart Association. I have extensive...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
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CPR

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"Elizabeth has been a wonderful babysitter/nanny for our 2 and 6 year olds. She really connects with the children, and puts in a lot of effort in tending to their individual (often chaotic) needs. She is super friendly, communicative, and dependable. Very highly...

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Jenna D.


Unionville, CT

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

I worked as a childcare worker for 2 years and as a lead preschool teacher in the USA for 1 year. I am currently working as a special education para teacher in preschool and elementary public schools. I also worked in clinics as BT and RBT. I developed skills in supporting special needs children, their apprenticeships, and...
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Danielle G.


West Hartford, CT

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

Reliable Care Giver

I have 2 years experience working with a young man who is on the Autism Spectrum. I am patient and take pride in caring for people.
Hello! My name is Jordan, and I am a graduate student in the doctoral program of clinical psychology at the University of Hartford concentrating in the adolescent child track. I just finished working in a cognitive neuroscience lab at Georgetown University working with children and teenagers with a wide range of psychiatric...
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Amanda G.


Avon, CT

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Over the summer, l work at a summer camp where hundreds of children come. l have had personal experiences with children with disabilities/mental disorders. I feel like all kids have something to teach us and l hope to be able to learn from your child(ren) too.
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Kerri S.


West Hartford, CT

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Provider That Loves Working With Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Kerri and I'm originally from Millburn / Short Hills NJ and Graduated from Lynn University in Boca Raton Fl. I come from a very close and loving family and I'm 26 years old. I'm proud to say that I've enjoyed helping and working with children as early as middle school, high school and even while interning at the YMCA...
Kerri can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I am a very reliable, positive, and patient 20-year-old college student. I have 2 years of experience caring for children with apraxia, autism, and down-syndrome on my college campus. Their ages have ranged from 4-25 years old. I have worked in both group and personal settings with these individuals. I was an assistant coach on...
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Diane S.


Burlington, CT

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Assist Children And Adults To Reach Their Full Potential.

I have worked in the School System for many years assisting Children and Young Adults to reach their full potential. I am CPR and PMT Certified. I use American Sign Language daily in my current position. I enjoy working with Autistic Children also Children/Adults with disabilities.
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Rebecca M.


West Hartford, CT

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic, Safe, Responsive &Reliable

Hi, my name is Becca! I have over 10 years of babysitting experience with infants to teens! I'm an exceedingly reliable, responsible, responsive and fun babysitter! Much of my passion for children comes from a young boy with down syndrome that I have had the privilege to care for the past 10 years. I have recently moved to a new...
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Diana G.


Canton, CT

$18-21/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide

I have many years of experience with Varing for adults with Slecial needs and Elderly, as a Home health aide, And PCA. I have also worked with Children of various ages. I have also raised children of my own. I enjoy helping others and love to have fun doing it! I am reliable, honest, Caring and I can provide refrences. Hope to...
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Millie B.


West Hartford, CT

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Millie! I am 23 years old and just finished my junior year at UConn. Before transferring to UConn, I worked at Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School for half a year. There, I worked the before and aftercare programs as well as working as a one-on-one para wonderful special needs child. I love working with kids! I am...
Millie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I've had over 20 years experience care for child birth to adult. I also have 18 years experience as a CNA. I am well versed in all aspects of caring for a disabled patient. Transferring, feeding, bathing, medication and any other special needs your child may need will be no problem for me to perform.
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Olivia B.


Burlington, CT

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

I'm a 20-year-old commuting college student who's looking for open opportunities! Coming from a large family I've been surrounded by kids my whole life! I'm one of seven and became an auntie pretty early on. I have 9 nieces and nephews who have given me the ultimate training lol. I currently work as a waitress and attend Central...
Olivia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
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Kenisha W.


Hartford, CT

$17-28/hr5 yrs exp

I Am Kenisha, I am a caring and loving individual I have 5 years of experience dealing with Disability, I have a 4-year-old Autistic son who is non verbal, I am patient and understanding and I enjoy helping others it brings me joy and happiness to see someone smile because of the good I do. You won't regret hiring me Thank you
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Isabelle E.


Hartford, CT

$20-21/hr4 yrs exp

I am currently a Behavior technician and attending school for my Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis. I have been working with children on spectrum for 7 years and working in a professional setting with a variety of disabilities for 4 years. I would love to help you and your families in any way possible.
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Jenna D.


Unionville, CT

$20/hr5 yrs exp

French Nanny

I worked as a childcare worker for 2 years in France and as a lead preschool teacher in the USA for 1 year. I developed skills in supporting typical and special needs children, their apprenticeships, and their overall care (games and education, safety, care, and nutrition). My responsibilities were picking the children up from...
Jenna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Laura M.


Canton, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Occupational Therapists Assistant

I have 22 years experience as an Occupational Therapists Assistant. Worked with various diagnosis such as stroke, CP, MS , Dementia, Special needs.
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Fridah G.


Bloomfield, CT

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Private Home Health Aid Available Full-Time

I am a 46-year-old with a certificate in Nurse Aide and Home Health Aide. I Have experience in taking care of clients with Alzheimer, Dimentia, wheelchair bound, mobility, incontinence issues, medication, hoarding and more. I am very passionate about caring for the elderly and those with special need as I feel it's not only a...
Fridah can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia, home modification
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Karin M.


Canton, CT

$16-21/hr

Experienced- Nanny/Para Educator/Special Education/

Hi I am proud mother of 5 grown children; Nanny for 3 families; Para educator working with special education children at a local elementary school and Registered Behavioral Health Technician working with Autistic children.

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