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Jon B.


Coventry, RI

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

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I have experience working with more acute cases of special needs from working at Bradley Hospital, a facility for acute psychiatric adolescent services. Many of the patients I cared for had Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as various behavioral and sensory disorders. I have a passion for this type of care because of these...
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Tasia W.


Exeter, RI

$20-50/hr • 10 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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Nichole B.


Coventry, RI

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm Nichole and I'm 50 years old. I grew up with a brother with a disability so I was raised around Special Olympics and children with disabilities later went on to Work at perspectives and group homes and day programs and then took in a client to live with me for an SLA for the past six years, she recently moved back home with...
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Emma C.


Chepachet, RI

$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have experience caring for disabled children ranging from mental disabilities to physical disabilities.
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Savannah C.


Putnam, CT

$20-40/hr • 3 yrs exp

Certified PCA/Caregiver/Companion/Housekeeper

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am NOT, a company that is reaching out looking to hire people! I am my own person, just looking for some extra work during the week! And also, I would like to stick with a family that is consistent and is willing to stay with me as well. That is my main goal of making the profile! Hello! My name is Savannah, and I'm just...
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Mariah M.


Norwich, CT

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have experience working for DDS as a support for individuals with developmental disabilities as well as physical disabilities. I also have CNA experience working with adolescents of the same nature. I also have a 2-year-old son with severe ASD who is nonverbal so I have some sign language experience as well.
Summer is right around the corner! I am a responsible and experienced nanny/babysitter looking for a family to work with over the summer. I have 9 years of experience sitting for children ages newborn to young teens, as well as experience working at a summer camp for ages 3-15. I have extensive experience working with children...
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Tasia W.


Exeter, RI

$30/hr • 10 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, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

I have experience with skills and the mental support being these needs. I'm always willing to learn more
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Rachel F.


Ashaway, RI

$20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Over the years caring for others has been my passion. I love to make a difference and to always be there to help! Before obtaining my CNA I was working with prospectives, which was a very rewarding job and the reason I went for my CNA certification!
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Karen S.


Putnam, CT

$17-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm a mom of 8 children all grown and on their own. I have 8 grandchildren that I have helped care for. Experience with special needs. Have worked at Trudeau, and cranston arc. Patient and compassionate and love children. Reliable and flexible !!
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Hannah M.


West Greenwich, RI

$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp

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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Dianne D.


North Scituate, RI

$22-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Direct Care Professional

Hi! I'm Dianne, and I enjoy meeting people just as they are, and helping out as needed. I have experience working with youth and adults who have special needs including Autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, sight impairment, and mild to severe cognitive impairment. I am a calm presence and infuse my actions with kindness and...
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Athena C.


Coventry, RI

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Home Health Aid Available For You!!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello all. I have worked with the elderly for 10 I have also been working with children and adults with special needs for 8 years now. I am very patient and understanding. I do it all no worries. A day usually consists of ADLS , meds , house keeping , cooking all 3 meals. I am certified in MAP, CPR, HHA hope to hear from you...
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Michaela D.


Ledyard, CT

$17/hr • 7 yrs exp

My Name Is Michaela And I Am In My Senior Year At Eastern Connecticut State University.

Hi, my name is Michaela. I just graduated from Eastern Connecticut State University with my Bachelors degree in Humanities and Sociology. I graduated from the Community College of Rhode Island, And in Early Childhood Education. I am currently working for the Ledyard School District as part of the RISE program and have a huge...
Michaela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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Joann R.


Gales Ferry, CT

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of one and grandmother of two. I have worked as a professional nanny for many years after working as a legal assistant. I have had many long-term positions - newborns, twin infants, toddler/preschool, school-age and special needs; I am blessed to still see the former families. I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified (a...
Joann can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hello! My name is Alicia. I am 23 years old . I have about one year experience working with special needs teenagers, when I was 18.
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Allison W.


Gales Ferry, CT

$17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Certified Special Education Teacher Available For Part-time Care

Hello! I am a Certified K-12 Special Education Teacher taking a break from the classroom after the birth of my son. I have worked with diversely able children who require a variety of special assistance, ranging from behavioral support to physical aid over the past five years as an educator. I pride myself on my ability to meet...
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Courtney G.


Wood River Junction, RI

$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available ASAP

Experience entails 1:1 work within an elementary school. Implementing of behavior/IEP/504 etc., plans. PASS work in both home environment and the community.
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Angela O.


Pomfret Center, CT

$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi! My name is Angela and I have been around children for 10+ years. I have worked with new borns, toddlers & special needs children. I love to get creative while babysitting, whether building a fort or arts and craft or playing outside. Kids are my passion, which babysitting allows me to do what I love everyday! I would love to...
Angela can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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