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Erin C.


Tiverton, RI

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

As a RI licensed CNA, I am a DEPENDABLE, trustworthy, and responsible caregiver trained and experienced with all aspects of child-rearing, bandage care, meal preparation, shopping, light housework, pet care, and schoolwork to help the entire family feel at ease. -I have been involved with various health and educational...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

Early Education

5.0
"We recommend Erin very highly! Erin helped us a couple of different ways (tutoring and eldercare), and we greatly appreciated her assistance each time. We first hired Erin for some much-needed tutoring for our son. She brought really helpful materials, and also...

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Courtney G.


Wood River Junction, RI

$22-24/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable, Experienced Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Courtney. I live in Richmond with my husband and sweet little boys (1 & 3 y/o). I currently work in a daycare center and am looking to lessen my commute - (I drive 40+ minutes). I'd also like to go back to the roots of what I truly love - caring for families in a home setting. I am hoping to find a family that...
Courtney can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Courtney worked part time in my home for me watching my twin boys (age 5) until Covid. She was always on time, engaging and educational-oriented. She took the boys to the playgrounds, parks and library. She was a pleasure to work with and my boys love her."

Kristin B.

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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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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Maria M.


Warwick, RI

$28/hr18 yrs exp

Looking for my next full time nanny position ,

Hired by 34 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Maria , I'm from Dominican Republic and I've been nanny for 18 years, I have experienced taking care of babies from newborn to teenagers , twins, multiple, special needs and behavior attention as well . I have my certificate in Adult/Pediatric CPR/First Aid/ AED clean driving record. I have my own...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maria was wonderful with my my four year old! He was shy at first, but after he warmed up they had a great time! He still asks about her, and I will definitely hire her again! A+!"

Benjamin B.

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Shantell G.


Warwick, RI

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiving Professional With A

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 29 years old, I have had a few care jobs in my lifetime. I love to out help others, especially those whom are elderly or individuals with special needs. Currently I am direct support professional, something I find very rewarding! In the past, I've worked with a 76-year-old man who had a spinal injury, extremely limited...
5.0
"Because she filled out all her paperwork showed me that she is interested in this job. And I do believe that she is a real good candidate "

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Barbara W.


Westport, MA

$25/hr10 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Barbara worked with us for a period while I was visiting my family. She was punctual, helpful, and very good with our two boys. I would recommend her for another babysitting job!"

Rachel K.

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Jennifer B.


Warwick, RI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

PCA/Part-time Caregiver

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...
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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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Kayla M.


Warwick, RI

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Sitter/ Tutor

Hello! My name is Kayla . I am a teacher in Woonsocket but I am looking for summer work as a babysitter/tutor. I have over 10 years of experience working with children from ages 3-12. I have babysat, worked in special needs classrooms and taught elementary and middle school. I am also certified in first aid/ CPR and I used to...
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Amber Cook M.


Warwick, RI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hello, I'm Amber. I am experienced in elder care, Alzheimer's , dementia care, and special needs. I have been working in healthcare since I was 18, starting my first position as an Activity assistant in 2008. I eventually went on to become a certified caregiver and then got my CNA license in 2011. I have worked in long term...
Amber Cook can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

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Juliette H.


Warwick, RI

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hello!! My name is Juliette and I am a graduate of Emerson College with a degree in communication sciences and disorders. I am currently attending graduate school for my masters degree in speech pathology. I have been working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities for the past 3 years! I am so...
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Mallory S.


West Warwick, RI

$23-25/hr2 yrs exp

Making Your Home Care Experience Personable

My name is Mallory , I am 28 and am looking to take on home care/ nannying . I have experience with caring for children from infants to 5-year-olds. I have experience caring for a boy who is developmentally delayed, I am familiar with cognitive and physical therapy skills. I also am CNA licensed for Rhode Island of 2 years...
Mallory can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

Licensed Nurse

CNA

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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.
Former lead preschool teacher, have taught elementary special education, experienced with children on the spectrum and ABA.
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Anissa V.


Tiverton, RI

$23-38/hr6 yrs exp

I am a positive, supportive, attentive, and patient CNA who has 6 years of experience working with children, teenagers, and adults that have unique needs. I have worked with children and young adults in the RI public school district working one-on-one or in group settings, providing quality care, support, and guidance. I have...
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Olivia M.


Bristol, RI

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Anytime :)

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

My name is Olivia and I am 24 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 8 years now. I play soccer and was in special needs basketball. I just graduated Pre-Med in May. I want to become a pediatric surgeon. I love watching...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kristen T.


Warwick, RI

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider/ CNA

I am a CNA. I am available, with 4 years of experience in a medical center, to care for Special Needs needing care.
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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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Janise N.


Warwick, RI

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Janise

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Janise, I am currently a student at Rhode Island College, pursuing a degree in Social Work. Outside of school, I am an artist with more than 7 years of professional artistic experience; I can sculpt, sew, paint, crochet, write, and I do photography. I am CPR certified, and I have three years of professional social...
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Kiah M.


Warwick, RI

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver With Special/Medical Needs

My name is Kiah and I am a Registered Nurse with a B. S. of Nursing. I currently work at a children's hospital, but I have used Care. com throughout high school and college and would still love to use this website to pick up hours for date nights or occasional needs. Throughout nursing school I have a great deal of experience...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Newport, RI

Erin C.

5.0

Erin is as top-notch as it gets for a sitter. She's intuitive, experienced and our son loves her. We would not hesitate to hire her, she has been nothing short of excellent.

- Amy P.

Courtney G.

5.0

Courtney worked part time in my home for me watching my twin boys (age 5) until Covid. She was always on time, engaging and educational-oriented. She took the boys to the playgrounds, parks and library. She was a pleasure to work with and my boys love her.

- Kristin B.

Jennifer B.

5.0

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

- Sarah B.

Maria M.

5.0

Maria was wonderful with my my four year old! He was shy at first, but after he warmed up they had a great time! He still asks about her, and I will definitely hire her again! A+!

- Benjamin B.

Shantell G.

5.0

Because she filled out all her paperwork showed me that she is interested in this job. And I do believe that she is a real good candidate

- Care member

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