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Ava N.


Westerly, RI

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Former Special Education Teacher Seeking New Role!

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I just left my job as an education and training coordinator for a nonprofit. Where I taught young adults independent living skills and trained staff to use best practices while supporting. Before that I was a special education teacher at a school working with 15-22-year-olds. Before that I have worked in homes, residential and...
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Margaret F.


Westerly, RI

$20-30/hr • 10 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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Shannon O.


Westerly, RI

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

Upon moving to Westerly, RI I was hired by Seniors Helping Seniors and was immediately placed to work in multiple settings including; in home senior care, washing and bathing responsibilities, medication prep, grocery shopping as well as companion care. After my first rewarding week I was transferred to STONERIDGE RETIREMENT...
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Walter C.


Westerly, RI

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm presently a retired family practice physician who previously made house calls and ran nursing homes with lots of free time now to help local people in need. I'm also a retired Lt Col and Flight Surgeon that you can trust me in your home. I am experienced with special needs, disabilities, dementia, modern medicine's...
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Charlotte O.


Westerly, RI

$15-35/hr • 3 yrs exp

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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Jill D.


Westerly, RI

$20-35/hr • 10 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

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Rachel S.


Westerly, RI

$15-25/hr • 10 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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Haleigh S.


Westerly, RI

$21-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Babysitting

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Haleigh and I am 26 years old. In addition to having a 1-year-old of my own, I have several years of experience working with children aging from 4 months to 13 years old and also have previous experience working with children with special needs.
Haleigh can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Margaret F.


Westerly, RI

$15-25/hr • 10 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:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Jill D.


Westerly, RI

$25-35/hr • 10 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: Dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Courtney G.


Wood River Junction, RI

$22-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Reliable, Experienced Care Provider

5.0

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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, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Courtney loved and cared for my kids as if they were her own! She has a ton of experience with different age groups so I found her to be an excellent resource especially when my kids were going through different phases!"

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Arielle S.


Mystic, CT

$23-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time And Occasional Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I am a fun, loving, creative, and responsible babysitter and nanny. Over the past 15 years, I have been directly responsible for supervising over 200 children in group settings, residences, schools, and community settings. My responsibilities include supervision of children from newborn to 19 years of age. I have been a...
Arielle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was punctual and took time to ask questions regarding the kids' needs. The kids enjoyed having her spend time with them very...

Rebecca S.

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Courtney S.


Pawcatuck, CT

$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp

I have six years experience working with children with special needs. I have worked with children with developmental delays, learning disabilities, behavioral, autism, occupational therapy, and speech. I am always positive and peppy when working with children. Making sure to celebrate the smallest of moments!
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Laura C.


Bradford, RI

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Private Home Care Provider

I have over 20 years experience in human services. My experience ranges from working in nursing homes with the eldery, in group homes with individuals ranging from behavioral to special needs, and in the medical field in various settings as a licensed EMT for over 10 years. I currently work doing private home care - my...
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Kelly G.


Mystic, CT

$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Education K-12 Teacher Available For Part-time Caregiving

Special education teacher for the last 2 years in an elementary school setting. Worked with high need students as well as specific learning disabilities. Have experience working with children of all ages.
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Cassie M.


Pawcatuck, CT

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mature mommy of one 11-yr old daughter.. But have been caring for littles and bigs since my teens, have earned over 24+ early childhood educ. credits, have over 15 years nannying for special needs children and am willing, able and experienced in all aspects of childcare/ homecare/ eldercare / housecleaning (own cleaning biz PT)...
Cassie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

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Emily S.


Charlestown, RI

$20-21/hr • 1 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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Cassie M.


Pawcatuck, CT

$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

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Cassie M.


Pawcatuck, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

51yr mature, caring, responsible woman with experience (part time, on -off) for over 25 yrs in the elderly care/ companionship/ PCA field, looking for PT work with seniors/special needs folks, overnight or a weekend day shift preferred. Most recently I care for my elderly parents, 1 with dementia who's recently been placed in a...
Cassie can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, dementia, live-in home care, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Sonya O.


Pawcatuck, CT

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am an experienced care giver with elder care, individuals with dementia and special needs. I am certified in CPR, AED, FIRST AID, PMT and am privy to medication administration . I have extensive expierience with developmentally disabled individuals as well.
Sonya can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia

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