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Kelly M.


Wakefield, RI

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

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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.
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Victoria O.


Wakefield, RI

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

My name is Victoria. I have been babysitting for 14+ years. I have experience with multiple children from the ages of 6 months to upwards of 16 years. I also have extensive experience with children with special needs. I am a Registered Nurse and have a full time job but very flexible hours. I have my BLS as well as ACLS and I am...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Karen B.


Wakefield, RI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

I am a graduate of the University of New Hampshire and am currently employed as a teaching assistant at a local public school. l have worked there for 12 years in grades ranging from K-8. I am currently working with two special needs children in grades 3-4 and have also worked for two years with a special needs child in another...
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Madison M.


Wakefield, RI

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Winter Break Babysitting

Hi Everyone! I'm Maddy, and I've been caring for children for over five years. My experience includes babysitting, driving kids to activities, and working as a Behavioral Technician with special needs students. I'm also a second-year Occupational Therapy student, graduating in May, and am CPR and First Aid certified. I love...
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Maria L.


Wakefield, RI

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

Patient Sitter Familiar With Special Needs

I am a former math and special education teacher. I have been a math professor at the University of Arkansas, Texarkana College, and TAMU-T. I am comfortable around dogs and cats. I am a former foster parent. I have a master's of science from Texas A&M in Interdisciplinary Studies. I'm open to one-time babysitting jobs and...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

New part time empty nester looking for occasional/possible regular hours. Former Labor and delivery nurse, home care for special needs child, 9 years of Case Management experience. I have a full time job Monday- Friday 8-6 but have Wed, Thurs, Sat nights free at times. Comfortable with newborns and worked the night shift for 5...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Courtney G.


Wood River Junction, RI

$22-24/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable, Experienced Care Provider

5.0

(3)

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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Samantha P.


Saunderstown, RI

$23-28/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, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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Emily S.


Charlestown, RI

$20-21/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Emily and I am 21 years old. I currently work as a behavior technician and work with youth and teens that have been or are in the process of being diagnosed with ASD and related disorders. I have previously worked in the public school system in special education as a teacher assistant and have experience tutoring,...
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Brianna B.


Narragansett, RI

$30-35/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver

I'm reliable, hard working, loving and trustworthy. Looking forward to helping a family out. Feel free to message me!
Hi! My name is Megan, I am 19 years old and a current psychology student at the University of Rhode Island. I am a high energy, motivated and caring individual with a strong passion and love for children. I have had the privilege of caring for children of various ages and personalities for over five years, from infants to...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Tyler C.


Kingston, RI

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

College Student Studying Communicative Disorders

I have 3 years of childcare experience and have also worked as a respite PCA and DSP with disabled adults and children. I have worked at Dr. Daycare as a Therapeutic Integrative Specialist. I have worked at a nursing home as an activities aide. I have worked at a residential facility for the intellectually disabled. I am a...
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...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Alex. I am a Junior at the University of Rhode Island, double majoring in Psychology and Human Development and Family Science, with plans to become a therapist to help children manage mental health challenges. I have five plus years of experience babysitting a special needs child with cochlear implants. Last...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Megan A.


Narragansett, RI

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

Hi! My name is Megan, and I am a current psychology student at the University of Rhode Island. For just over three years, I have worked consistently with a special needs 7-year-old. He was born premature, and now struggles with autism, ADHD, and developmental delays. Watching him has also provided me with experience in feeding...
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Courtney G.


Wood River Junction, RI

$15-25/hr7 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.
I have multiple years of experience working with children between the ages of 4 and 16. I have experience babysitting, working at a therapeutic horseback riding school, working as a PASS and HBTS worker, and tutoring children with special needs.
Serena can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Elaine O.


Portsmouth, RI

$15-24/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi I'm Elaine, I have over 20 plus yrs experience working with Elderly, Teens and in adult group homes. I was a family living/Respite provider in PA for several yrs. I did private care for 5 yrs with a woman that had a rare form of Multiple sclerosis. I have experience with Dementia/Alzheimers, cancer patients, heart disease...
5.0
"Elaine was extremely helpful, kind and caring when my Husband was diagnosed with Lung Cancer in February of 2017. She assisted me with everything from childcare, cleaning, errands and assistance caring for him during his 6mos of treatment and during his last days....

Stephanie S.

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Paris E.


Portsmouth, RI

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

3.7

(3)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Paris and I am 22 years old. I have been a nanny/babysitter for around 5 years now and I have experience with infants to teenagers. I take part in meal prepping, activities, homework help, cleaning up, and building real bonds with the kids I nanny/babysit. I am experienced with working with children with...
Paris can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Paris was amazing with my boys. They loved having her around. Very dependable, great communication, and very nice! If there were more than 5 stars, I'd definitely give more!"

Marcus T.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wakefield, RI

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.

Elaine O.

5.0

Elaine was extremely helpful, kind and caring when my Husband was diagnosed with Lung Cancer in February of 2017. She assisted me with everything from childcare, cleaning, errands and assistance caring for him during his 6mos of treatment and during his last days. Elaine was always dependable and...

- Stephanie S.

Paris E.

5.0

Paris was amazing with my boys. They loved having her around. Very dependable, great communication, and very nice! If there were more than 5 stars, I'd definitely give more!

- Marcus T.

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