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Special needs caregivers in Saunderstown, RI

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Amanda O.


North Kingstown, RI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Service Provider

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Currently working as a Direct Service Provider at Ocean State Behavioral for the past 10 years. Providing professional care to many families. Plenty of references will agree!
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Averey H.


Middletown, RI

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Love Kids & Have Lots Of Experience With All Ages, Including Special Needs Children!

Hi there! My name's Averey, and I am a freshly graduated senior from Marist College. I'm born and raised in Middletown, Rhode island, and have rented in Newport for the past 3 summers. I am a very experienced nanny of all ages (infants - pre-teens). My mom is a labor and delivery nurse at Newport Hospital as well as coordinates...
Averey can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Jenna C.


Middletown, RI

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Full Time Nanny Position!

Hello! My name is Jenna. I have 10+ years of babysitting experience for all ages with plenty of references. I'm currently a full time Paraprofessional at Newport Public Schools, and worked as a Toddler Teacher for 3 years at a local preschool. I have additionally worked as a behavioral technician in ABA Therapy so I have...
Jenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

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Lorraine R.


Newport, RI

$28-35/hr10 yrs exp

Pediatric Nurse/professional Child Care

I have over 20 years of experience with pediatric/ infant population. This includes past employment at University of Ct health center, and Yale new haven Hospital. Along with caring for sick children in both the hospital and home Care setting, I am also available for well child care including infant care. CPR trained as well as...
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Kelly M.


Wakefield, RI

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

My son needed special care as a younger child but has made such wonderful progress through Early Intervention services that he no longer needs special education. I am grateful for special needs providers and would like to assist other families with the care of their special needs loved ones.
I have worked with special needs through high school and have since I have been out of college. I have assisted in learning, eating, changing, and assisting with bathroom habits.
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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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Bethany P.


Newport, RI

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Nanny/care-giver

I graduated from Keene State College. My work with children includes full-time teaching, nannying, babysitting, camp counseling, dance instruction, one-on-one work with students with special needs, work with at-risk youth, and youth development volunteer programs. I am dedicated, driven, and passionate when it comes to engaging...
Bethany can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
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Robyn F.


East Greenwich, RI

$30/hr10 yrs exp

2015 Summer Vacation Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

HelIo! My name is Robyn. I am 62 years young and love working with families and children! I majored in elementary/minor in special education. Now living in East Greenwich, RI. I've worked with a Care. com family for 7 years in Gettysburg, PA. I've worked as a Professional Director for a Day Program for adults with disabilities....
Mom of a 7-year-old with 10+ years of special needs experience. I have 2 siblings with special needs and have worked as a direct support staff for them and others for many years. I have a degree in early childhood education and development and am passionate about getting outside everyday, reading, and learning through play.
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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...
Hi! My name is Ariana. I am a junior at the University of Rhode Island studying Psychology. I have 2 years of experience in a daycare helping take care of children ages 0-5. Through working at the daycare, I have received Professional Development certificates through RIELDS and the ELC. I also have experience as a substitute...
I have worked in the Intensive Needs Program at my local Elementary School. The program was created to help young children with significant needs integrate into the standard school experience. My job was to help implement strategies to cope with behavioral difficulties, speech delays, developmental delays, and other factors...
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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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi! My name is Christina and I am located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. I have 6 years experience babysitting, 6 years of experience helping/babysitting children with disabilities, and am currently a 1-on-1 TA in a self contained Kindergarten classroom. I am very loving and compassionate, my main goal when someone is in my...
I worked in the behavioral health care field for over 20 years. I have worked with children, adults and elderly with differing disabilities. I have worked in group home, home and inpatient settings. I look forward to working with you!
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Jerilyn G.


Middletown, RI

$25-27/hr10 yrs exp

Coastal Grandma For Hire!

Coastal Grandma for hire! :) Retired (but very active), fun loving, dependable, responsible and very experienced caregiver for your child(ren)! I'll bring my positive, nurturing energy to share with your family! I was a licensed in-home daycare provider for years (when my children were preschool aged), I have lots of experience...
Jerilyn can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kathleen R G.


Jamestown, RI

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring For Others

Special needs is rewarding and challenging. My lifelong experience in nursing all ages and disabilities allows me to give 100% attention to the special needs of all ages.

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