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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Bristol, RI

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Bristol, RI

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Olivia M.


Bristol, RI

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Anytime :)

5.0

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Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

My name is Olivia and I am 25 years old. I am very mature and responsible for my age. I have a twin brother with special needs and a younger sister. I have watched kids for 10 years now. I play soccer and was in special needs basketball. I graduated Pre-Med. I am currently applying to medical schoolto become a pediatric surgeon....
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Olivia was fantastic. Responsive, available and kids loved her. She was always playing a game with them instead of doing screen time which we appreciated. I highly recommend her!"

Meredith G.

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Chelsea S.


Bristol, RI

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available (Saturday/Sundays!)

For almost 2 years, I worked as a Dorm Coordinator at a boarding school/day school for children and young adults with Autism, complex learning disabilities and special educational needs. My overall responsibility was to provide direct and ongoing supervision and support to all students as well as foster independent living...
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Kayla R.


Bristol, RI

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hello ! Im Kayla .

I currently work for disabled men an women who have special needs . I also would love to do this is a side job sense my hours have been cut down to my regular hours so that leaves me 4 days off a week ! I work with autism , non verbal , Down syndrome, delayed development , bed ridden , all am , pm and night care meaning baths...
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Emma F.


Bristol, RI

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

Emma

Hi! My name is Emma , I'm currently studying to become a special education teacher! I am in many clubs as well as do camps every summer practicing inclusion.
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Claire C.


Bristol, RI

$17-22/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! My name's Claire. I have almost a decade of childcare experience, professional level CPR certification, and currently work as a youth swim instructor! I teach children with limb differences, hearing loss, anxiety, autism, ADHD, and many other behavioral or developmental differences.
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Makenzie C.


Bristol, RI

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

I have two years of experience working with children ages 3-13 with varying emotional and behavioral diagnosis. I have such a desire working with and getting to know young children with special needs because often times they just need a friend, someone who can listen to them (even when they're non-verbal), and a caring play...
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Karisa S.


Bristol, RI

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

Assistant Manager Of Group Home

Hello my name is Karisa and I currently work full time as a nanny . Before this from the ages of 18 to 23 I worked in a group home for individuals with different disabilities . During my time here I did bed transfers , assisted with feedings , bathing , taking clients on activities as well as gave medicine and brought them on...
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Diana L.


Bristol, RI

$18-21/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced, Caring, Patient, And Creative Caregiver

Hello, I have over 18 years of experience in child care with ages 2 months- 13 years old. I have worked in classrooms, as a live-in nanny, and as a part time baby sitter for parents who need a refreshing night out. I also have experience working with children and adults who have special needs. Many families I have cared for do...
Diana can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Stephanie A.


Bristol, RI

$15-18/hr8 yrs exp

Positive And Fun Sitter

Hello! My name is Stephanie and I am currently a rising senior at Roger Williams University. I am patient, positive, creative and loving. I am currently enrolled in a remote internship for the summer and would love to get back into nannying with my free time! Throughout high school, I worked at my hometown's recreation...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I am a gentle, kind person who adores children. I have 20+ years experience with long term child care for families. I have experience with all ages, from newborn through teens. I have experience with special needs too. I have my own transportation, a good driving record. I have been CPR certified, am very pet friendly, happy...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jess was an amazing find! She has cared full time for our baby from 7 months to 16 months old and we couldn't have asked for better. Her two daughters (9 and 12) sometimes come with her and they are so great with our daughter; her face lights up and she squeals...

Rebecca H.

Ray C.


Bristol, RI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Flexible Schedule Caregiver Available

I have cared for patients young and old, after assessing the situation I try to encourage active lifestyles and getting out and about as much as possible. I have cared for teens and young adults with traumatic brain injuries and seizure disorders. Wheelchair bound and not. I adapt to the situation as needed
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Liz S.


Warwick, RI

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have almost 30 years of personal care attendant and nursing assistant experience. I love the elderly population and people with special needs. I'm considerate and empathetic by nature and would treat your family as I would my own. My past experience with the elderly specializes with Alzheimer and dementia patients but would...
Liz can also help with: Errands, companionship, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
" We found Liz on Care.com and she was our Godsend. My Mom was in the depths of Dementia when my husband and I could no longer take care of her on our own. Liz’s professionalism and kindness was beyond anything we could have expected. Her in-depth knowledge of...

Care member

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Jennifer B.


Warwick, RI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am licensed practical nurse. I have many years of experience as a CNA, caregiver/personal aide. I am an experienced senior care provider as well as special needs. My experience includes, bathing/personal hygiene, transfers, using a hoyer lift to transfer to and from wheelchair, companionship, errands, light housekeeping and...
Jennifer can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Jennifer was great with my mom, & very knowledgeable about taking care of seniors with dementia. It gave me peace of mind to know mom was in good hands while we were on vaca. My mom liked Jennifer as well, which is always a big plus, we'd hire her again!"

Kirsten K.

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Jennifer B.


Warwick, RI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 37-year-old female caregiver and a licensed CNA. I am an experienced senior care provider as well as special needs. My experience includes, bathing/personal hygiene, transfers, using a hoyer lift to transfer to and from wheelchair, companionship, errands, light housekeeping and cooking. I prepare meals and can administer...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is so wonderful with our children and they adore her! We are thankful to have found her"

Sarah B.

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Alexandria C.


Fall River, MA

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a one-to-one aide, I worked with a child with autism spectrum disorder. My responsibilities include the following: continually monitoring and evaluating child's progress, providing individualized attention, staying aware of repetitive behaviors and fixations, promoting social skills, implementing treatment strategies, and...
5.0
"Alexandria was the most amazing and qualified nanny we've ever had. Being that one of my children is autistic, we've been through multiple nannies to find the right one and she was the perfect fit! My three children (now 2, 5, & 9) adored her and it's almost...

Rita T.

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Leslie H.


Warwick, RI

$20-15/hr3 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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Mary B.


Providence, RI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Mary! I have been working with children for over 10 years. I have experience working with children of all ages, including infants. I enjoy being outside, getting creative, and planning age appropriate fun activities to help aid in child development. In the past I have specialized in working with children with special...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Mary was amazing!!!! Kind and easy going. She is knowledgeable and trustworthy. She took excellent care of my severely autistic son and my busy wild daughter. We loved Mary and wish she lived in Phoenix but hope to see her next summer!!!!"

Liz D.

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Rachel D.


Warwick, RI

$17-22/hr8 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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Emily M.


Fall River, MA

$20-26/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Emily and I am 30 years old. I am CPR/first aid certified with the AHA and also have a CNA course under my belt. I am very experienced working with children. I have completed two classes on child development and child care, and worked in the Barnstable Early Learning center for two years. I have experience being...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Emily was hired for my family when my little girl was only 2 years old and we had just started our family. We were not on care.com at the time. Our little one was always out discovering new places and was always tired after Emily left! (A very good thing!) I loved...

Kelly G.

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Kiah M.


Warwick, RI

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kiah and I am a Registered Nurse with a Bachelors of Science degree in Nursing. I currently work at a children's hospital, but I have used Care. com throughout high school and college and have cared for 10+ families, as young as 4 months to 16 years old, throughout this time. I would still love to use this to...
Kiah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kiah has been an excellent nanny for my 5 month old. She is very punctual and dependable and has also been able to be flexible with hours. She is very conscientious and attends to detail, as I leave a lot of instructions! My baby loves to play with Kiah, and she is...

Becca L.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bristol, RI

Olivia M.

5.0

Olivia watched my daughter all summer, and was an amazing help to our family! My daughter looked forward to spending the day with Olivia, they always did something fun! Olivia is dependable, timely, kind, and patient. We will definitely be working with her again in the future!

- Alexandra H.

Jessica S.

5.0

Jess was an amazing find! She has cared full time for our baby from 7 months to 16 months old and we couldn't have asked for better. Her two daughters (9 and 12) sometimes come with her and they are so great with our daughter; her face lights up and she squeals with delight when she sees them. Jess...

- Rebecca H.

Liz S.

5.0

We found Liz on Care.com and she was our Godsend. My Mom was in the depths of Dementia when my husband and I could no longer take care of her on our own. Liz’s professionalism and kindness was beyond anything we could have expected. Her in-depth knowledge of exactly what my Mom was dealing with was...

- Care member

Jennifer B.

5.0

Jennifer was great with my mom, & very knowledgeable about taking care of seniors with dementia. It gave me peace of mind to know mom was in good hands while we were on vaca. My mom liked Jennifer as well, which is always a big plus, we'd hire her again!

- Kirsten K.

Jennifer B.

5.0

She is so wonderful with our children and they adore her! We are thankful to have found her

- Sarah B.

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Ratings for Bristol, RI special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Bristol, RI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.