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Hi my name is Jen and I'm a retired Speech and Language Pathologist. I worked as a Speech Therapist for 20 years with both children and adults with special needs. I worked for the VNA, Sargent Rehabilitation Center, School system and private clients.
Personally my husband and I raised two beautiful girls who are now in college....
Maya S.
Barrington, RI
$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi! I have two years of paid experience working with a young adult with Down syndrome. This included personal training at the gym/fitness centers, social activities, errands, and helping establish independence and daily routines in general.
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Hi my name is Jen and I am a retired Speech and Language Pathologist. I've worked with children for almost 30 years of all ages. I've also worked with special needs children for the past 20 years (13 of the 20 in the school system). My job entailed teaching speech and language services with children one on one and in a small...
5.0
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My name is Olivia and I am 24 years old. I am very mature and responsible for my age. I have a twin brother with special needs and a younger sister. I have watched kids for 8 years now. I play soccer and was in special needs basketball. I just graduated Pre-Med in May. I want to become a pediatric surgeon. I love watching...
5.0
"Olivia was fantastic. Responsive, available and kids loved her. She was always playing a game with them instead of doing screen time which we appreciated. I highly recommend her!"
Reviewed by Meredith G.
5.0
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I have always been passionate about working with children. I have cared for twins, children with special needs, &as many as 3 siblings at a time. My experience includes children age 0-14, with my focus and passion being with pre-school age infants and toddlers. I have my bachelors in Counseling and Child Studies. With a focus on...
5.0
"Olivia is a rare gem - a professional, exceptionally skilled nanny who offers the full package of creativity, warmth, energy, and perfect punctuality. We were lucky to find her. Olivia is deeply knowledgeable...
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4.9
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I'm from the Dominican Republic. I studied English as second language at Dorcas international in Providence, and international house . I'm currently nanny FT of 2. 5 and 2 months old. I have take care of babies from newborn to 7+ years old, multiple, special needs and behavior as well . I have studied clinical psychology back in...
5.0
"Maria was wonderful with my my four year old! He was shy at first, but after he warmed up they had a great time! He still asks about her, and I will definitely hire her again! A+!"
Reviewed by Benjamin B.
5.0
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I am a 38-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...
5.0
"Jennifer was great with my mom, & very knowledgeable about taking care of seniors with dementia. It gave me peace of mind to know mom was in good hands while we were on vaca. My mom liked Jennifer as well,...
Reviewed by Kirsten K.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Emily and I would love to be welcomed into your home to care for your children. I am a certified teacher on summer break, so my availability is wide. I have experience with children ages 2 months to 15 years old. I'm used to caring for multiple children, and I've had dogs all my life so pets won't be a problem....
5.0
"Emily was amazing with my two kids. I couldn’t have gone back to work without knowing they were going to be well taken care of, and Emily made that happen. Can’t recommend her enough!"
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5.0
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I am outgoing, loving, patient, and responsible. I am 28 years old and I graduated from Rhode Island College in May 2019 with a bachelors in biology. I absolutely adore children! I was formerly a dance instructor for about 6 years. I have experience working with children ranging from infant to 13 years old. I also have...
5.0
"I feel so lucky that we found Ayanna. She is extremely sharp, experienced, sweet with our infant, and very responsible. She showed up on time and asked smart questions. I was especially impressed by how she did...
Reviewed by Amanda A.
Gabrielle P.
Pawtucket, RI
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
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Hello! My name is Gabrielle, and I am an experienced and dependable babysitter with over 14 years of experience taking care of children of all ages, and also have cared for special needs youth. With my extensive background in child care, I am confident I can provide your little one with a safe, fun and stimulating environment....
5.0
"Gabrielle was very responsive and communicative with us. She took the time to understand our needs. On the day for babysitting, she arrived early, was kind, attentive and great with our daughter. We’ll...
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Neliy S.
Providence, RI
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello my name is Neliy I been a CNA for 20 years now. I am very passionate of what I do. I have worked with children/disabled children and elders. I am a very outgoing person, High energy and positive.
5.0
"Neily is great! She came on time, with short notice, and stayed a little over the allotted time! Also very friendly and personable. I will definitely hire her again!"
Reviewed by Thomas K.
4.8
(4)
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Hi! I am the oldest of 5 girls who I have watched more times than I can count growing up. I recently graduated from Rhode Island College with a degree in Speech Language Pathology. While in college and since graduating, I have had several babysitting/nannying jobs with both mainstream and special needs children. Additionally,...
4.0
"Brittany is extremely dependable and punctual. We enjoyed having her. She was on the young side so there are some things she needed to learn but she did a good job. "
Reviewed by April W.
Rachel D.
Warwick, RI
$17-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hello, I am writing to apply for the position of Personal Caregiver. As a compassionate and capable individual with more than 7 years of experience providing transportation and assistance to individuals with a variety of needs, I am confident that I am the ideal candidate for the role. I enjoy working with people, and I enjoy...
5.0
"That she is a very good caring person!"
Reviewed by Dora H.
Madeline B.
Pawtucket, RI
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! I am new to the area and looking to start a career in childcare. I am bubbly, nurturing, and trustworthy! I love thinking of new activities that children can learn from. "A Pinterest lover", if you will. I also love dogs and organizing! I am a quick learner and am open to new experiences! I have reliable transportation...
5.0
"My family interviewed Madeline for a nanny position and we were very pleased with how professional and punctual she was. She responded quickly to our messages, attended a Zoom interview and agreed to a...
Reviewed by Jonathan A.
5.0
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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...
5.0
"Jennifer is punctual, dependable, caring, and attentive. She is very compassionate and always puts the needs of others in front of her own."
Reviewed by Aaron L.
5.0
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I am 29 years old, I have had a few care jobs in my lifetime. I love to out help others, especially those whom are elderly or individuals with special needs. Currently I am direct support professional, something I find very rewarding! In the past, I've worked with a 76-year-old man who had a spinal injury, extremely limited...
5.0
"Because she filled out all her paperwork showed me that she is interested in this job. And I do believe that she is a real good candidate "
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5.0
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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...
5.0
(2)
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I have 10 years of experience. I started as a mothers helper and moved up to reoccurring babysitting. I also worked as an after school aide for third and 4th graders for a year in high school. Moving on to college I started working at a daycare. I worked at this daycare for 2. 5 years and mostly worked with ages 1-2-year-olds. I...
5.0
"We hired Julia and then had to cancel as plans changed and even with all of that as soon as plans Changed again she was right there to take it on babysitting. She was punctual she was reliable very respectful...
Reviewed by James B.
4.8
(5)
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My name is Priscilla. I have been in child care field for 12 years. I love all sorts of children with different ages! Because of this experience and my educational background I charge a minimum of $25h.
I am looking for summer time jobs, evenings, or weekends. If given enough notice I can work from 4:15-10p on week days....
5.0
"Priscilla was great with our one year old son, and even offered to stay later than we intended when our event ran late. She was great with him, and we will definitely be using her again!!"
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5.0
(1)
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I have almost 30 years of personal care attendant and nursing assistant experience. I love the elderly population and people with special needs. I'm considerate and empathetic by nature and would treat your family as I would my own. My past experience with the elderly specializes with Alzheimer and dementia patients but would...
5.0
"Liz is a is a caring and very helpful CNA . I had broken my elbow and pelvic . She took care of me and would drive to Dr’s. I would definitely recommend her. Liz is indefinitely a great CNA"
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Barrington, RI
Olivia M.
5.0
Olivia watched my daughter all summer, and was an amazing help to our family! My daughter looked forward to spending the day with Olivia, they always did something fun! Olivia is dependable, timely, kind, and patient. We will definitely be working with her again in the future!
- Alexandra H.
Olivia B.
5.0
Olivia is a rare gem - a professional, exceptionally skilled nanny who offers the full package of creativity, warmth, energy, and perfect punctuality. We were lucky to find her. Olivia is deeply knowledgeable about child development and constantly devises creative activities for the children she...
- Care member
Maria M.
5.0
Maria was wonderful with my my four year old! He was shy at first, but after he warmed up they had a great time! He still asks about her, and I will definitely hire her again! A+!
- Benjamin B.
Jennifer B.
5.0
Jennifer was great with my mom, & very knowledgeable about taking care of seniors with dementia. It gave me peace of mind to know mom was in good hands while we were on vaca. My mom liked Jennifer as well, which is always a big plus, we'd hire her again!
- Kirsten K.
Emily H.
5.0
Emily was amazing with my two kids. I couldn’t have gone back to work without knowing they were going to be well taken care of, and Emily made that happen. Can’t recommend her enough!
- Care member
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