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Shannon C.

Special Needs Assistant

Newport, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi there, my name is Shannon and I am 38 years old. I have more than 20 years of experience in child care and 2 years of college studying Early Childhood Education. I was and still am helping my sister raise her 4 children which one has high functioning ADHD. I also have a nephew who has Asperger's disease and another niece who...
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Newport, RI

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Hi, my name is Paris. I'm a 23-year-old college graduate. I am very friendly, patient , and kind - I have taken care of children with autism before & would love to talk to you more about your situation and see if we would be a good fit!
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Portsmouth, RI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Through my teachings in many schools I have a wide range of experience with many students and various abilities. I graduated with a degree in elementary education and I'm currently working toward my masters degree in special education. Still working with so many students I also have a great amount of experience in regards to...

Sierra S. says "Kim was amazing! She is so sweet and kind and wonderful with kids! Our daughter LOVED Kim and can't wait to have her come back! Will hire again!"

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Narragansett, RI

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$20/hr
Hello there! My sister passed away last year in April at age 14. She had Rett Syndrome and I took care of her for most of my life. She had severe epilepsy, was non verbal, stopped walking on her own, can't feed herself, dress herself, go to the bathroom on her own, bathe herself, you name it! I went to all of her hospital visits...
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Middletown, RI

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$5/hr
1 year experience
I have worked with Autistic children and in school worked with other special needs students and they all know me to be friendly and kind.
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Saunderstown, RI

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$14/hr
6 years experience
Hello, My name is Pascale I would love to work for you. I have a Bachelor in science of child youth and family studies. I am first aid, CPR, CNA, and BLS certified and currently applying to nursing schools to become a pediatric nurse. I love kids, the past four years I have taking care of a special needs child, with many...
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Narragansett, RI

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$18/hr
3 years experience
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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Middletown, RI

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$15/hr
1 year experience
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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Caregiver

Narragansett, RI

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$30/hr
1 year experience
I'm reliable, hard working, loving and trustworthy. Looking forward to helping a family out. Feel free to message me!
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Portsmouth, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I've worked with many special needs kiddos. I worked for Newport County Special Education. Worked in various special needs classrooms. Don't hesitate to contact me with your needs and I'll discuss availability.
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Let's Face Challenges Together

Portsmouth, RI

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$16/hr
I'm a kind, successful, autistic, imaginative college student looking to work with others with challenges in their lives. I have worked with people with different challenges in summer camps and in theater. One of my favorite activities is my inclusive yoga class where I have a chance to exercise and interact with an amazing...
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Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience
I have been employed with The Homestead Group in RI which is a service program for children with special needs. I have worked with a 5-years-old girl who is language delayed. I also have experience working with an adult with Downs syndrome through Options RI and working with children with varying levels of autism. I am not an...

Linda W. says "She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around."

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Babysitter Pet Care

Fall River, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a stay at home mom with 30 years of childcare experience. I have 3 daughters. I currently home school my youngest who is in high school. I am the leader of her Club and co-leader of her Club. We teach children pet care, health/safety, showmanship, and canine obedience. I was also a licensed family child care provider for 15...
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College Educated In Special Needs

Warwick, RI

5.0(0)
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$26/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, My name is Priscilla. I have a degree in Special Education. I have experience in behavior support and also cognitive disabilities. I am able to provide excellent care and have many references for this type of service. I have experience with special needs children and also adults. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I...
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PCA/Part-time Caregiver

Warwick, RI

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a 37-year-old female caregiver and a licensed CNA. I am an experienced senior care provider as well as special needs. My experience includes, bathing/personal hygiene, transfers, using a hoyer lift to transfer to and from wheelchair, companionship, errands, light housekeeping and cooking. I prepare meals and can administer...
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Special Needs Caregiver

West Warwick, RI

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I' m Shannon, and I am 25 years old. I am an occupational therapist and I work at an outplacement school for students with developmental disabilities and behavioral challenges. I volunteered for an extended school year program for kids with special needs (pre-K-8th grade) for about 7 years, and I also worked at a summer camp...
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Charlestown, RI

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$20/hr
1 year experience
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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Warwick, RI

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I currently work as a behavior technician for severely disabled kids ages 14-22! I love my job more than anything and I'm going to school to become a BCBA
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Bristol, RI

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Hi, I have worked with children with autism for 5 years, currently a law student at roger Williams, my goal is to work in education law to support kids with learning disabilities.
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Warwick, RI

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I have worked with children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnoses. I am in school learned to work with children with a variety of disabilities including mental health, cognitive disabilities, physical disabilities, etc..
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