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- $30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
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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,...
Tenille N. says "She formed an immediate bond with my children right away. She is caring and they have lots of fun when they are with her. She is a treasure. "
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello Moms & Dad's I'm currently seeking a new full time or part time childcare position. I've worked as a Nanny and BabyNurse for long over 15 years, am also a Certified Foster Parent with the state of Rhode Island. My hope is that I can find a great family, where I can offer safety, a peace of mind to your family & a helping...
Care Member says "Chrystal is extremely dependable. She was always so flexible with our chaotic schedule. When initially talking to her, she was well spoken and very...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Errands
dementia
companionship
light cleaning
hospice services
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I am licensed practical nurse. I have many years of experience as a CNA, caregiver/personal aide. 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...
Kirsten K. says "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...
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, I'm Mary! I have been working with children for over 10 years. I have experience working with children of all ages, including infants. I enjoy being outside, getting creative, and planning age appropriate fun activities to help aid in child development.
In the past I have specialized in working with children with special...
Liz D. says "Mary was amazing!!!! Kind and easy going. She is knowledgeable and trustworthy. She took excellent care of my severely autistic son and my busy wild...
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- $25/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
dementia
companionship
light cleaning
hospice services
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I love caring for people, assisting in daily life activities, getting to try new things. My passion to do healthcare began at the age of 16, and I have worked with a variety of a person's needs for 17 years. Daily hygiene care, hoyer lift system, senior care, Alzheimer, handicap, etc.
Let me know what I can do for you, or your...
Care Member says "Alana is very kind and caring. She goes above and beyond to be helpful in anyway. "
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
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...
Joni C. says "She responded immediately to a last minute fill in request. When she met my kids, my 1 year old was so comfortable with her, she climbed in her lap and...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
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...
Sarah B. says "She is so wonderful with our children and they adore her! We are thankful to have found her"
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
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Nurturing children comes naturally to me, and I have spent the last seven years devoted to their care and well-being. My college degree, coupled with Early Child Development coursework, has provided me with a strong foundation. I am comfortable caring for up to three children of various ages, from infants to pre-teens. I am...
Care Member says "I highly recommend Sahara if you are looking for a nanny in the Providence area! She was easy to communicate and schedule with, and worked so well with...
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."
Errands
dementia
companionship
light cleaning
hospice services
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I have over 34 years of personal care 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 work in all...
Care Member says " We found Liz on Care.com and she was our Godsend. My Mom was in the depths of Dementia when my husband and I could no longer take care of her on our...
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- $25/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...
Hi my name is Idilia I've been a certified nursing assistant for 10years but before I used to work with special need people I enjoy helping people I'm a caring person and I try to be always there for anyone that need my help...
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
I am a positive and energetic recent college graduate looking to help a family this summer while I work on my PA school application process. I am available full time starting in June until the end of August (possibly longer but that is TBD). I have 4 years of paid childcare experience in both babysitting and daycare settings. I...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
transportation
meal prep
I'm a nursing assistant with 24 years of experience. I'm very caring and reliable. I love to take care of people. I've also worked with special needs kids for six years. I'm a mother of 4 wonderful daughters.
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
I have always been passionate about working with children. I have cared for twins, children with special needs, &as many as 3 at a time. My experience includes ages 0-14, with my focus and passion being infants &toddlers. I have my BA in Counseling &Child Studies. With a focus on expressive art therapy in school, I bring...
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
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My name is Leslie and I love kids, pets, elderly, and supporting people with special needs. One of my strengths is having a background in education. I've been working as a public high school English teacher for over 10 years. I enjoy my job because it involves a lot of interpersonal skills, problem solving and creativity....
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- $30/hr
5 years experience
Travel
carpooling
Hi! I'm Olivia, and I have a Master's degree in Education along with over two years of hands-on experience working with children with autism. I'm passionate about supporting all children in a way that meets their individual needs emotionally, socially, and academically.
With a background in education and specialized experience...
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Shreeja, but everyone calls me Cherry - fun fact: I'm from India!
I have 8+ years of experience in childcare, ranging from working at a daycare with 50+ children in India to caring for kids with special needs, multiples, and medically complex infants. I currently work in healthcare, so I bring significant clinical...
Hello! My name is Victoria, I'm 28 years old, and I reside in West Warwick, RI. 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. I am COVID-19 vaccinated also CPR/First...
Nationally certified Medical assistant+ Home Health Aid. 25 yrs of categiving experience with children, young adults and elderly. Will send current BCI, motor vehicle report upon request
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $18.27/hr as of February 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Cranston, RI
Special Needs Caregivers in Cranston, RI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Brittany M.
She formed an immediate bond with my children right away. She is caring and they have lots of fun when they are with her. She is a treasure....
- Tenille N.
Chrystal B.
Chrystal is extremely dependable. She was always so flexible with our chaotic schedule. When initially talking to her, she was well spoken...
- Care member
Jennifer B.
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...
- Kirsten K.
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