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Nicole S.

Exeter, RI

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$22/hr
10 years experience
I have a special needs daughter (19) now fully independent I worked in a group home where I learned a great deal about multiple disabilities. I love to care for people and really appreciate the time I get to spend learning from them. I have been a cna for 10years now working in multiple setting. Hope to hear from you soon
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Ready For All Tutor, Child, And Pet Needs!

North Kingstown, RI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi I'm Abigail! I'm a very energetic and outgoing person in between career jobs looking to be your go to for tutoring, child care, pet sitting, etc. I have a MS degree with tutoring experience, have been babysitting since I was 16, have working with kids with special needs, and love animals! For the last year, I have been...

Care Member says "Abigail was communicative, patient, fearless, and very kind. "

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North Kingstown, RI

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! I am an early-retired RN who has returned to her roots providing safe, developmentally focused and fun child care! I have 30 plus years in nursing that led me into administration and life-span healthcare, but my first love has always been caring for and having fun with children of all sizes and abilities. I've done...

Jules H. says "Terri started with our family when my son was 6 weeks old. He had colic so he was a difficult baby. She has always been so cheerful and calm around him and...

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North Kingstown, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
I have been working with children for 10 years now. I went from babysitting/nannying to daycare to now working in the school system part time as a physical therapist assistant. I have experience with special needs children and medically compromised. I am hoping to find part time hours throughout the week.
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Home Health Aid Available For You!!!

Coventry, RI

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
mobility assistance
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hey my names Athena I have worked with the elderly since I was 16 and also the special needs community I love working with both. I have experience with all different kinds of things and people. Dementia, Alzheimer's, Hoyer lifts, autism, behavioral problems, ETC CPR certified I do ADLS meal prep med administration and light...
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Coventry, RI

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'm Nichole . I grew up with a brother with a disability so I was raised around Special Olympics and children with disabilities later went on to Work at perspectives and group homes and day programs and then took in a client to live with me as an SLA for the past six years, she recently moved back home with her mom after that, I...
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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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Special Needs RN With A Special Ed. Background

North Kingstown, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Lots of years of both volunteer and professional experience working with children with special needs related to developmental and cognitive delays, neuro-muscular disorders, genetic syndromes, autism spectrum. I've run rec programs and have trained caregivers, directed pediatric home care and lead inclusive teen youth groups.
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Coventry, RI

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$20/hr
Transportation
meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I grow up a brother special needs. I spent many years around children with disabilities and Special Olympics. I later went on to work at perspectives for 15 years taking care of adults with disabilities after I had an adult with disability living with me for six years I also took care of a 91-year-old woman with dementia living...
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Child Care

North Kingstown, RI

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$27/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Loving and empathetic young mom with many years of child care experience including nannying and daycare facilities. Experience with newborn-school age as well as children/adults with special needs. Able to do light housekeeping/chores as well as carpooling and pickup/drop offs. Time/pay rate flexible! Bonus if I can bring my...
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Crystal B.'s Photo

North Kingstown, RI

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Former lead preschool teacher, have taught elementary special education, experienced with children on the spectrum and ABA.
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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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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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Coventry, RI

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Nurturing children and watching them learn brings me immense joy. My passion for childcare stems from a decade of experience and positive babysitting opportunities. I find it rewarding to support families by providing reliable care. I am patient, calm, friendly, and approachable. I communicate with parents through verbal updates...
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Caregiver With Special Needs Experience, Flexible Schedule

Coventry, RI

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I'm a 27-year-old college graduate pursuing my Occupational Therapy Assistant degree. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages and particularly those with special needs. I have held many care roles including as a babysitter, nanny, Personal Care Attendant, camp counselor, and behavioral specialist. I...
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Experienced Caretaker

North Kingstown, RI

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$22/hr
3 years experience
I worked 6 years of early childhood education with kids that had a range of abilities. More recently I worked as a paraprofessional for 3 years in an Elementary school. Prior to my work as a paraprofessional I worked a few years as a direct personal care worker for patients with both physical and intellectual differences. I have...
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Registered Behavior Technician

Coventry, RI

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Over the past year I have worked as a Registered Behavior Technician with children of varying ages. I excel at maintaining child safety, promoting a fun and accepting environment, and teaching necessary life skills. Anyone who I have worked for/with can see that I make it my mission to bring 100% enthusiasm and love to my job...
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Your Family's Favorite Babysitter

North Kingstown, RI

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi there! I've spent over 6 years working with kids in all kinds of settings--from five wonderful years at the YMCA in special needs camp and after-school care, to a year providing ABA therapy for children with autism. I also completed a year in a teacher preparation program, where I gained classroom experience and strengthened...
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Fun Thoughtful Caregiver

North Kingstown, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a caregiver for 13 years for special needs for a big company. I have received employee of the year twice in the program I work in. I am CPR certified and med trained. I love helping and making a difference in peoples lives, I love to add humor and make people laugh, sometimes that's just what people need. A little...
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Experienced Childcare Provider

East Greenwich, RI

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Mom of 2 young adults with 25 years experience in childcare, This includes full and part time care, including long term care serving as a nanny to 2 families before having my own children. Since starting my family I have cared for several children in my home over the years, many from infancy. Currently I am helping families in...
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