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Emily S.

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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Charlestown, RI

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hi-I am a friendly 52yr old woman that loves people! I have 15 years experience working in public schools, both regular education classrooms and most of those 15 years were spent in special needs classrooms(from the young age of 3 all the way to age 3-22). I also have been working as a caregiver for an elderly woman for almost 3...
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Charlestown, RI

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Respite care
transportation
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
I have been doing caregiving for the elderly for about 5 years now. I enjoy getting to hear the stories of when they were younger and hearing about their families and lives. I have worked with kids and adults with special needs for almost 20 years now and love it!
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Wakefield, RI

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$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Jaliyah and I'm a 27-year-old mother to one amazing baby. I genuinely love working with children and have several years of experience, including caring for babies and youth with special needs and behavioral needs. Families describe me as energetic, patient, and dependable. In my free time, I'm usually with my...
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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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Kingston, RI

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi my name is Amanda but prefer to go by I use they them pronouns. I would say I'm very understanding and fun and adventurous! I have many years of experience in caring for others with special needs and young children including infants. As a child I grew up with my older sister who has a developmental disability and epilepsy so...
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Former Special Education Teacher Seeking New Role!

Westerly, RI

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$30/hr
10 years experience
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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Bradford, RI

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have worked in a preschool/daycare for the last 2 years. I'm also a mother to an amazing 11-year-old little boy who is special needs.
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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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Part-time Babysitter

Wakefield, RI

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
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...
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Westerly, RI

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$15/hr
3 years experience
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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Hope Valley, RI

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Hello, my name is Lexi Joy ! I'm a reliable, energetic, patient, loving person. I have been in the caregiving field for over 10 years and have a lot of experience in all types of care, including care for children, seniors, and adults/ children with autism/ development & intellectual disabilities. I have experience working as...
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Narragansett, RI

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$25/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
I am a middle aged professional that currently assists as support staff for a young gentleman with special needs. I also am a caregiver to an elderly woman. (She is now in facility so I visit few times a week.) I have two grown children and worked as a nanny to triplets many years ago.
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Westerly, RI

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Experienced caregiver for individuals experiencing special needs. Four years experience. Various age groups and challenges. Please reach out to discuss your needs.
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Private Home Care Provider

Bradford, RI

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$30/hr
10 years experience
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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Kingston, RI

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$19/hr
4 years experience
Nurturing children and witnessing their growth is a true passion of mine. My four years of babysitting experience have solidified my desire to positively impact young lives. I'm patient, friendly, and follow the parents' lead when enforcing household rules. I provide regular updates via text or phone call, and I am happy to...
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Westerly, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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.
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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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Wakefield, RI

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$20/hr
1 year experience
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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