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Find special needs caregivers in Providence, RI that you’ll love

67 special needs caregivers are listed in Providence, RI

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Providence, RI

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Alana B.


Providence, RI

$15-35/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Been caring for clients at an early age, went to school for hands on training in the medical field. Really like the one on one connection in the residential setting, focusing on your needs. How can I help you?
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Abigail E.


Providence, RI

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Ready For All Tutor, Child, And Pet Needs!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Abigail! I'm a very energetic and outgoing person in between career jobs looking to be your go to for tutoring, child care, pet sitting, etc. I have a MS degree with tutoring experience, have been babysitting since I was 16, have working with kids with special needs, and love animals! For the last year, I have been...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Abigail was communicative, patient, fearless, and very kind. "

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Mary B.


Providence, RI

$25/hr • 10 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, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Chrystal B.


Providence, RI

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello Parents

4.3

(4)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello Moms & Dad's I'm currently seeking a new full time or part time childcare position. I've worked as a Nanny and BabyNurse for long over 15 years, am also a Certified Foster Parent with the state of Rhode Island. My hope is that I can find a great family, where I can offer safety, a peace of mind to your family & a helping...
Chrystal can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Chrystal nannies for my infant son. She is a dependable, nurturing and kind caregiver. My baby is happy and engaged in her care!"

Jocelyn K.

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Brianna G.


Providence, RI

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Educator Looking To Nanny Near Providence!

Hi, my name is Bri! I currently work as a teachers assistant and have been working with students with special needs for about 3 years. I am looking for new opportunities to work more intimately with families outside the classroom! I have CPR and First Aid training as well as reliable transportation. I am trained in various...
Brianna can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I worked with Bri while she was a one-on-one aide to a student in my classroom, and I could not recommend her enough. Bri was loving and helpful to her student, but also held high expectations. The transformation with said student was incredible to see, with the...

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Alana B.


Providence, RI

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

CNA/Special Needs/Childcare/Errands/Transportation/Housekeeping

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love caring for people, assisting in daily life activities, getting to try new things. My passion to do healthcare began at the age of 16, and I have worked with a variety of a person's needs for 17 years. Daily hygiene care, hoyer lift system, senior care, Alzheimer, handicap, etc. Let me know what I can do for you, or your...
Alana can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Alana is very kind and caring. She goes above and beyond to be helpful in anyway. "

Care member

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Megan G.


Providence, RI

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hello! I am an elementary special education teacher. I have also worked as a full time nanny for a child with physical and cognitive disabilities for 8 years. I believe that everyone deserves to be around people who accept and celebrate what makes them unique.
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Alyssa B.


Providence, RI

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

My name is Alyssa and I am an 27-year-old graduate student. During the last three years I have been a speech therapist in a public school, private practice, and a severe special educational center. I have worked with children 1. 5 years to 22 years old as a speech therapist, and have cared for children as young as newborns. I...
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Rebecca K.


Providence, RI

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Masters Student With Special Education EC-12 & ParaPro Certifications

Hi, my name's Becky - I'm a former special education teacher and mom living on the East Side of Providence. I have over a decade of experience in childcare and special education. I began babysitting and working in daycares as a teenager, then worked as a paraprofessional at a school for children on the autism spectrum in grades...
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Taylor G.


Providence, RI

$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Education TA

Hello! I have worked with special needs all my life between my brother, and going into the field. I am on my third year of an online college program with a major in special needs. I am going into my second year this September at wayland middle school as a TA working around SEL learning and behavioral disabilities. I look forward...
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Emma L.


Providence, RI

$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi my name is Emma. I have 8 years of experience working with children and young adults with special needs. I have worked with people with a variety of diagnoses and needs. I am am a recent graduate from JWU with a Bachelor's of Science in psychology. I currently work full time at Brown University. I am CPR, First Aid, and QPR...
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Mark B.


Providence, RI

$20-37/hr • 4 yrs exp

Mature And Experienced In Caring For Children With Autism And Other Developmental Delays. Full Time

Involved in several behavioral and residential programs since 2014. Residential work includes laundry, meal preparation, data collection, planned outings, toileting and showering assistance, as well as helping to achieve child's personal goals. Experience with children with autism, Asperger's, down syndrome, ADHD, seizure...
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Tatyana P.


Providence, RI

$30-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Tatyana

I'd describe my personality as out going , caring and respectful I like caring for people with special needs because I personally have a sister who is handicapped and have been working with children with disabilities, behaviors and social emotional needs for the last 7 years . I'm looking for a rewarding job in which I can...
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Lauren C.


Providence, RI

$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

Experience W Intellectual And Physical Disabilities

Hello I'm Lauren, I go by Lily. I'm looking for full time, long term work near Boston as I'll be moving to the area by October. Here is a summary of my experience, thank you for your time. I have over a year of experience working in a group home for adults with intellectual and physical disabilities as a direct support...
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Maphebe K.


Providence, RI

$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Direct Care

I am a highly motivated, bilingual, achievement-oriented solution seeker and enthusiast who is anxious about learning new ideas with strong team skills, leadership, and social background. I am currently employed at Rhode Island Hospital as a certified nursing assistant. Prior to working at Rhode Island Hospital, I worked at a...
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Rosa P.


Providence, RI

$18-23/hr • 9 yrs exp

I graduated from gericulture school in 2016, and started formally working with adults and elderly individuals with special needs during my training. I also have experience caring for family members with special needs for the past 15 years, including cooking and cleaning help, appointment and medication management, and personal...
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Saika P.


Providence, RI

$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

I'm people's person, very patient and a hard worker, quick learning skills, My passion is to care for others who can't care for themselves,
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Rileigh K.


Providence, RI

$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

As a recent graduate, I had the opportunity to work with a 24-year-old autistic individual, focusing on ensuring his safety, well-being, and happiness. My role involved creating a supportive environment where I engaged him in various brain-stimulating activities tailored to his interests and needs. These activities ranged from...
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Madeline M.


Providence, RI

$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

I worked as a Therapeutic Inclusion Specialist in an inclusive early childhood education center from February 2015 to June 2020. I provided in-classroom support to children with various developmental disabilities and provided them with emotional/behavioral, communicative, functional, and social skills support. I am finishing my...
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Brielle C.


Providence, RI

$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi there! I am a college student with a passion for child development. I am currently studying psychology and have obtained a TA certification, a field that I have been working in part time since graduating high school. I have quite a bit of experience working with special needs children in IEP/SPED classrooms but I am more than...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Providence, RI

Abigail E.

5.0

Abigail was communicative, patient, fearless, and very kind.

- Care member

Mary B.

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.

Chrystal B.

4.0

Chrystal is extremely dependable. She was always so flexible with our chaotic schedule. When initially talking to her, she was well spoken and very responsive. I could always count on a tidy home when Chrystal was there. She is sweet and kind and would make a wonderful addition to any family.

- Care member

Brianna G.

5.0

Bri worked with my special needs daughter for over 2 years. She was patient and energetic, the perfect combination for my daughter. Bri took the initiative to come up with life skills activities for my daughter. Which was a huge help to me and my daughter enjoyed!

- Care member

Alana B.

5.0

Alana is very kind and caring. She goes above and beyond to be helpful in anyway.

- Care member

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

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Providence, RI are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 67 listed special needs caregivers.