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Mary O.


Groton, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

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Worked as direct care and direct support with individuals with mentally disabilities for 10 years. I've worked one on one with many behavioral individuals, seizure protocols, etc
Experienced childcare provider. Retired nonprofit executive ready to return to my first love "child care." Willing to support family needs and provide safe, fun, and educational care. I have experience as a before and afterschool director. I've worked one on one with a special needs child for 8 years during all out of school...
Robyn can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Rachel C.


East Greenwich, RI

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

Loving/Professional Care For Your Loved One

Realizing your loved ones need help and finding that right person to entrust that care is a difficult process. I have vast experience in working with those who need a little extra care. This includes memory loss, special needs, and special rehabilitation. My experience includes organized and creative daily activities for a...
Rachel can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care, dementia
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Jaicee G.


North Kingstown, RI

$22-25/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Caretaker

I worked 6 years of early childhood education with kids that had a range of abilities. More recently I worked as a paraprofessional for 3 years in an Elementary school. Prior to my work as a paraprofessional I worked a few years as a direct personal care worker for patients with both physical and intellectual differences. I have...
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Kelly G.


Mystic, CT

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Special Education K-12 Teacher Available For Part-time Caregiving

Special education teacher for the last 2 years in an elementary school setting. Worked with high need students as well as specific learning disabilities. Have experience working with children of all ages.
I have six years experience working with children with special needs. I have worked with children with developmental delays, learning disabilities, behavioral, autism, occupational therapy, and speech. I am always positive and peppy when working with children. Making sure to celebrate the smallest of moments!
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Raina R.


Groton, CT

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Cabin Councilor

I have 2-3 years of professional experience with people who have disabilities through a special needs camp called horizons, along with life experiences with family members who have down's syndrome and autism. I care deeply about people and would love help as much as I can :)
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Tasia W.


Exeter, RI

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available With 10+ Years Of Experience!

I am a 34 yr old female that has been working with typical and special needs children for the last 15 years. I have experience as a nanny/caregiver for children of all ages. I have a Masters Degree in Education/Psychology and also spent 10 years working as a behavior therapist with children with autism. I am currently a...
Tasia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Former lead preschool teacher, have taught elementary special education, experienced with children on the spectrum and ABA.
I have experience working with the elderly for over 5 years as I was a direct support staff at a day program for adults with special needs, who were also elderly. I'm highly empathetic and caring, and I want clients to be comfortable and safe. I'm also a good listener and pay attention to the needs of others and am a great...
Alyssa can also help with: Live-in home care, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Hello! My name is Hannah and I am a student in a University, School of Engineering. I am a very patient, loving, energetic, and reliable caregiver who would love to work with you and your family to ensure that your family's needs are completely met. I have over 6 years of experience with kids between the ages of 2 and 12 as...
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Kaitlyn A.


East Greenwich, RI

$17-50/hr1 yrs exp

Nurturing Nanny

Hi! I'm Kaitlyn, Kait for short! I have 1 year of experience with child care, 3 years of experience of special needs care. I have a license with a clean driving record. I'm artistic and love arts and crafts. I grew up with a mother in the medical field, with that being said I know all about how important flexibility is. I can...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have been working with children for 10 years now. I went from babysitting/nannying to daycare to now working in the school system part time as a physical therapist assistant. I have experience with special needs children and medically compromised. I am hoping to find part time hours throughout the week.
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Brenda R.


East Greenwich, RI

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

36/ Female/ Mother Of 6/ Comfortable With Pets/ 25 Years Of Experience

My mission is to Inspire others, help others grow in self esteem, social development, communication and to implement creative artistic solutions to expressionism through the arts and mindfulness. I have 25 years of experience in caring for children of all ages, as well as working with children whom have medical/ special needs. I...
Brenda can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Michael B.


Groton, CT

$17-30/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver For All!

Hello! My name is Michael and I have been working as a caregiver for a variety of different individuals since 2017. Originally from Indiana, I have worked in many different environments from a nursing home late-stage dementia unit, to managing a group home of seven clients with varying developmental disabilities diagnoses, to...
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Tasia W.


Exeter, RI

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny, Caregiver, ABA, Special Needs, Etc.

I have been providing child care for over 25 years. I am female and have experience with children of all ages across home, school and community settings. I spent 10 years working at the Center for Autism and Related Disorders working with children with autism and related disabilities. I have experience managing and reducing...
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Cassie M.


Pawcatuck, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

51yr mature, caring, responsible woman with experience (part time, on -off) for over 25 yrs in the elderly care/ companionship/ PCA field, looking for PT work with seniors/special needs folks, overnight or a weekend day shift preferred. Most recently I care for my elderly parents, 1 with dementia who's recently been placed in a...
Cassie can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Annie D.


North Kingstown, RI

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Physical Therapy Student Available To Help With Special Needs Children/adults

As a physical therapy student, I have a passion for helping others. Specifically, I have a passion for helping those with special needs. I have worked as a Behavioral Specialist in the past for a child on the Autism-Spectrum. I have experience working with children and adults with other disabilities as well. I am friendly,...
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Emma K.


Newport, RI

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hi, I am Emma. I am a sophomore at University. I am a psychology major with a minor in special education and applied behavioral analysis. I have knowledge in Special needs. I have worked with a student in 1st grade before who has autism and is nonverbal. I felt comfortable working with him and helping him with his assistive...
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Samantha P.


Saunderstown, RI

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Monday-Friday Caregiver

I have over 15 years of experience taking care children of various ages. My core focus for the last decade has been within a childcare center setting with ages ranging from 3 months to 5 years old. A former toddler teacher who transitioned into a building wide curriculum coordinator and evaluation specialist as I finished my...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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