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Samantha T.


Warwick, RI

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Mature & Experienced With A BS In Special Education, Personal Care Assistant Available

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I am a special education teacher and former PASS worker with over 8 years experience. I have been teaching for 5 years in the same school system. I also coach Special Olympics events and have been part of a Unified Basketball team
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Margaret F.


Westerly, RI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitting, After School Care, Nannying

I worked for the YMCA "School's Out" program for 5yrs. In this role I worked with children grades K-6 at a ratio of 3 staff to 30 kids. I also have 10+ years experience babysitting, including for families of special needs children. I worked for a nanny agency as well as through private pay. Now I work at a local daycare at a...
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

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Rachel S.


Westerly, RI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

I love taking care of children and being part of their journey as they learn and grow! I have my degree in Human Development and Family studies, my early childhood education teaching certificate and my EMT license. I have experience working with infants, toddlers and school age children as well as children with special needs.
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Hello! My name is Victoria, I'm 24 years old, and I am currently working towards getting my degree in Forensic Psychology. I have 2 years of paid experience with children who have developmental disabilities and 1 year of paid respite care experience with adults, but around 5 years of volunteer work at Seven Hills in Milford, MA....
For the past 2 years I have worked in special education in the public school setting. I am currently a physical education teacher working at a school for special needs students elementary, middle and high school aged. I have been a one on one in the past as well as taught in a special education classroom. I have babysat children...
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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...
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Tasia W.


Exeter, RI

$30/hr10 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: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

I have a son; whom is now grown up, who had epilepsy, JRA and on the autism spectrum. I also raised 2 other children who were ADHD and are also grown up now.
Currently a CNA having worked with the elderly population with dementia/Alzheimer's. Previous shift supervisor at a memory care facility. Watching my 2 yr grandson and his special needs younger brother 2 days a week . I'm also a certified medication tech for the last 20 yrs .
Lynn can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

Former lead preschool teacher, have taught elementary special education, experienced with children on the spectrum and ABA.
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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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Leah S.


Newport, RI

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Master's In Child Dev With 20+ Yrs Experience

For the past 20 plus years I have been working with young children (both with special needs and typically developing) and their families in a variety of settings and roles. I have experience as a lead teacher in an infant and toddler classroom, as a developmental specialist and home visitor with an early intervention program,...
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

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Michelle G.


Newport, RI

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a special needs public school teacher with ABA experience. I have experience with children on the spectrum and with behavioral disorders.
As a graduate with a passion for nurturing young minds, I've dedicated the last six years to providing exceptional childcare. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my innate ability to connect with children and positively impact their lives. My patient, creative, and approachable nature allows...
Sugey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Kiah M.


Warwick, RI

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kiah and I am a Registered Nurse with a Bachelors of Science degree in Nursing. I currently work at a children's hospital, but I have used Care. com throughout high school and college and have cared for 10+ families, as young as 4 months to 16 years old, throughout this time. I would still love to use this to...
Kiah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jill D.


Westerly, RI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Interested In Providing Companionship For Seniors Or Occasional Childcare

I am a grandmother of a 17-year-old and mother of 2 adult sons. I am an artist and enjoy cooking. I can help with meal prep, crafts, and errands. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in human services and a Master of Arts degree in Communication Studies. I retired from a 40+ year career in grant writing and administration, as human...
Jill can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

I am married with 6 children 2 girls 4 boys ages are 10-20 and two pit-huskies. As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. I've always had a passion for child development, which led me to work in art education for four years,...
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Jill D.


Westerly, RI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

I cared for my brother for a year while he had terminal cancer. He suggested I offer part-time work in this area as he said I was so good at helping him. I cooked wonderful meals and provided companionship, housework, assisted with outings and transportation, medication administration, and hospice support. I'm also a mother and...
Jill can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands, transportation, respite care & more
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Margaret F.


Westerly, RI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced healthcare support worker with a demonstrated history in varied roles in healthcare and human services. 20 years experience working with the elderly and developmentally disabled of all ages. Well-developed bedside manner. Strong, self-motivated professional. I'm pet-friendly, have my own transportation, am a...
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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, dementia, live-in home care, respite care

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