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Shannon C.


Newport, RI

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Assistant

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Hi there, my name is Shannon and I am 38 years old. I have more than 20 years of experience in child care and 2 years of college studying Early Childhood Education. I was and still am helping my sister raise her 4 children which one has high functioning ADHD. I also have a nephew who has Asperger's disease and another niece who...
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Lorraine R.


Newport, RI

$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Pediatric Nurse/professional Child Care

I have over 20 years of experience with pediatric/ infant population. This includes past employment at University of Ct health center, and Yale new haven Hospital. Along with caring for sick children in both the hospital and home Care setting, I am also available for well child care including infant care. CPR trained as well as...
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Michelle G.


Newport, RI

$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a special needs public school teacher with ABA experience. I have experience with children on the spectrum and with behavioral disorders.
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Leilani B.


Portsmouth, RI

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've worked with many special needs kiddos. I worked for Newport County Special Education. Worked in various special needs classrooms. Don't hesitate to contact me with your needs and I'll discuss availability.
5.0
"Leilani was the best! Extremely professional and capable. Will hire her again in the future!!!"

Leslie H.

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Kim R.


Portsmouth, RI

$20/hr • 2 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Through my teachings in many schools I have a wide range of experience with many students and various abilities. I graduated with a degree in elementary education and I'm currently working toward my masters degree in special education. Still working with so many students I also have a great amount of experience in regards to...
5.0
"Kim was amazing! She is so sweet and kind and wonderful with kids! Our daughter LOVED Kim and can't wait to have her come back! Will hire again!"

Sierra S.

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Averey H.


Middletown, RI

$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Love Kids & Have Lots Of Experience With All Ages, Including Special Needs Children!

Hi there! My name's Averey, and I am a freshly graduated senior from Marist College. I'm born and raised in Middletown, Rhode island, and have rented in Newport for the past 3 summers. I am a very experienced nanny of all ages (infants - pre-teens). My mom is a labor and delivery nurse at Newport Hospital as well as coordinates...
Averey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Julia A.


Portsmouth, RI

$16-21/hr

Let's Face Challenges Together

I'm a kind, successful, autistic, imaginative college student looking to work with others with challenges in their lives. I have worked with people with different challenges in summer camps and in theater. One of my favorite activities is my inclusive yoga class where I have a chance to exercise and interact with an amazing...
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Megan A.


Narragansett, RI

$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

Hi! My name is Megan, and I am a current psychology student at the University of Rhode Island. For just over three years, I have worked consistently with a special needs 7-year-old. He was born premature, and now struggles with autism, ADHD, and developmental delays. Watching him has also provided me with experience in feeding...
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Victoria L.


Middletown, RI

$15/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs through high school and have since I have been out of college. I have assisted in learning, eating, changing, and assisting with bathroom habits.
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Kiara D.


Narragansett, RI

$18-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have worked in the Intensive Needs Program at my local Elementary School. The program was created to help young children with significant needs integrate into the standard school experience. My job was to help implement strategies to cope with behavioral difficulties, speech delays, developmental delays, and other factors...
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Brianna B.


Narragansett, RI

$30-35/hr • 1 yrs exp

Caregiver

I'm reliable, hard working, loving and trustworthy. Looking forward to helping a family out. Feel free to message me!
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Ariana R.


Narragansett, RI

$17-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Ariana. I am a junior at the University of Rhode Island studying Psychology. I have 2 years of experience in a daycare helping take care of children ages 0-5. Through working at the daycare, I have received Professional Development certificates through RIELDS and the ELC. I also have experience as a substitute...
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Kathleen R G.


Jamestown, RI

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring For Others

Special needs is rewarding and challenging. My lifelong experience in nursing all ages and disabilities allows me to give 100% attention to the special needs of all ages.
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Abigail L.


Portsmouth, RI

$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

I use to volunteer with children/teens ages 6-17 at a summer camp for 4 years while I was in high-school. The disabilities ranged, both cognitive and physical.
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Angelina D.


Middletown, RI

$15-25/hr

Part-time Special Needs Provider Available

I'm adopted and most of my siblings are as well. Most of them have special needs/disabilities that need constant attention. One of my sisters has cerebral palsy so she cannot walk and is assisted in eating, bathing, and using the bathroom. She cannot talk well but since I've been around her my whole life I understand most of...
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Vanessa T.


Middletown, RI

$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hbts Worker

I have a child care certification and have many years experience working with children and families professionally and personally. I really enjoy it. I am available for several services. Please contact me for more details. I look forward to hearing from you. Thank You!
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Leslie H.


Warwick, RI

$20-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have been employed with The Homestead Group in RI which is a service program for children with special needs. I have worked with a 5-years-old girl who is language delayed. I also have experience working with an adult with Downs syndrome through Options RI and working with children with varying levels of autism. I am not an...
5.0
"She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around."

Linda W.

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Rachel D.


Warwick, RI

$17-22/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am writing to apply for the position of Personal Caregiver. As a compassionate and capable individual with more than 7 years of experience providing transportation and assistance to individuals with a variety of needs, I am confident that I am the ideal candidate for the role. I enjoy working with people, and I enjoy...
5.0
"That she is a very good caring person!"

Dora H.

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Barbara W.


Westport, MA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Childcare, Eldercare, Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have raised three exceptionally bright, creative, generous and kind children who are happy, thriving and living around the world: Greece, Netherland, NYC. I have an innate desire to nurture and care for other young people. I guess some of us never lose that sense of joy and pure delight at seeing children grow and blossom,...
Barbara can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Barbara has taken care of my son every other Friday for about nine months. My work schedule changed and I no longer need the extra help, but any family would be so lucky to have her. She always did so many fun activities with my son like reading, creative play,...

Sarah W.

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Jeannie T.


North Kingstown, RI

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Thoughtful Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a caregiver for 13 years for special needs for a big company. I have received employee of the year twice in the program I work in. I am CPR certified and med trained. I love helping and making a difference in peoples lives, I love to add humor and make people laugh, sometimes that's just what people need. A little...
5.0
"Jeannie was fantastic with our two boys (11 months and 4 years old)! She was very eager to help out with meal prep and household items as well. She was very flexible with her time and great with the kids. We would definitely recommend Jeannie!"

Denise B.

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Newport, RI

Leilani B.

5.0

We hired her to take care of our son while we went out on a date night. She was on time and handled everything well. Definitely hire her again!

- Robin D.

Kim R.

5.0

Kim was amazing! She is so sweet and kind and wonderful with kids! Our daughter LOVED Kim and can't wait to have her come back! Will hire again!

- Sierra S.

Leslie H.

5.0

She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around.

- Linda W.

Rachel D.

5.0

That she is a very good caring person!

- Dora H.

Barbara W.

5.0

Barbara has taken care of my son every other Friday for about nine months. My work schedule changed and I no longer need the extra help, but any family would be so lucky to have her. She always did so many fun activities with my son like reading, creative play, nature walks in the yard, and...

- Sarah W.

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