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Hannah M.


Woonsocket, RI

$30-40/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Sitter With Lots Of Experience!

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I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Crafts and Laundry and light housekeeping. I have experience with working in a daycare for 4 years and I am one of five siblings, one being special needs. I am CPR and first aid certified.
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Kayley M.


Douglas, MA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

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I have worked in special education for 5 years. I previously worked in an elementary school for 4 years. This past year I started at a charter school in Marlborough, in their special education department. I also work after school as a social coach for kids with disabilities. In college, I was a personal care attendant for a man...
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Melanie B.


Whitinsville, MA

$25-28/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Melanie and I am a junior at UCONN in the nursing program. I graduated from Blackstone Valley Tech from the Health Services program. I have always had a love for caring for those in need and helping others thrive. I have work experience as a CNA, a PCA, and grew up helping my parents take care of my brother...
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Samantha C.


Woonsocket, RI

$29-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available

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I have been caring for children for 10+ years. I have experience with newborns, multiples, special needs as well as caring for a large group of children in varying ages.
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Brittney M.


Woonsocket, RI

$15/hr2 yrs exp

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I currently work with k-2 students with disabilities in the Cumberland School district. Before graduating I student taught in a preschool special education classroom and was then the Extended School Year teacher in that room over the summer. I also did an internship with early intervention before graduation. I have experience...
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Laurie L.


Manville, RI

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

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I've been in the human service field for almost 25 years and have experience working with adults and children with developmental disabilities. I've worked in a direct care role but have been managing group homes for the last 16 years although I often step in and assist with direct care, cooking, outings and any other areas where...
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Chloe B.


Pascoag, RI

$16-22/hr3 yrs exp

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I am a 30-year-old mother to a 6-year-old boy. My jobs have consisted of nannying for 3 years, working in a learning center (all ages, but primarily toddlers) for 3 years and I was a behavior therapist working with children with autism spectrum disorder for 3 years. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I love kids ! I have...
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Kassandra O.


Smithfield, RI

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

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I have worked babysitting and professionally with kids. I love to read and do anything creative. I have an associates degree, where I took many pediatric courses. I have a lot of experience with individuals who are medically fragile, have special needs and behavioral difficulties. I have a background in education and I love to...
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Elizabeth S.


Pascoag, RI

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Part Or Full Time Babysitter

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when I was a teenager I worked at wrentham state school for 5 years with special needs people. After that I worked at a school in norton ma. for special needs children. I worked as a cna for 10 years at madonna manor nursing home in the alzheimers unit. That was in north attleboro ma. I became a mother of 3 boys. Stayed at home...
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Chelsea B.


Thompson, CT

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

Special Needs

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Experienced speech therapist here. I enjoy bringing my love for teaching into people's homes. I have 8 years experience with extensive disabilities. I am very reliable, creative, and energetic ! Looking forward to bringing these skills into someone's home !
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Sheri L.


Douglas, MA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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I am a very proud mother of 3 adult children. My oldest is 24 years old, non-verbal and has Autism and Epilepsy. He is now only home on the weekends.... he uses some sign language and an Ipad for communication. I really enjoy spending time with him, and love all the special things about him. I have a very natural, nurturing and...
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Joanne K.


Chepachet, RI

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant

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I cared for my son with Duchenne muscular dystrophy until age 23. I was certified by the state of Connecticut in 2018 to be his caregiver. I am passionate about helping with whatever makes a person with special needs happy and comfortable
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Emma C.


Chepachet, RI

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

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I have experience caring for disabled children ranging from mental disabilities to physical disabilities.
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Mckenzie B.


North Smithfield, RI

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Extra Help

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I am going to elementary ed/special ed and have experience working with students who have special needs
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Sophie S.


North Smithfield, RI

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

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Looking forward to being a resource for you and your family! I returned to Rhode Island last fall and began as an elementary substitute teacher in Woonsocket, which included being a classroom head (roughly 25 students), 1 to 1 care, and assistance in special needs classrooms. Prior, I lived in New York, California, and South...
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Michelle A.


Uxbridge, MA

$13-18/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced In Child Care And Working With Special Needs Children

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Hi My name is Michelle. I am looking to help out families that need help after school with the their kids. My professional background consists of two degrees one Early Childhood Education and the other degree in Special Education. My experience has been 10 years in the field. from part time nanny to working as a Teachers...

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When I was in middle school and in high school I would work with the special needs class and I always had a blast with them. We would do some many different activities and learning about all different things after I graduated high school my sister and I would volunteer with a special needs softball team. I eventually went on and...
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Darlene D.


Manville, RI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

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Hi! I'm Darlene! I have worked as a teacher's asst for the past six years in the field of special needs. I was a CNA for 13 years before that. I am very patient as we all have different speeds and abilities of function. I take my work seriously, but strive to bring a smile to people's faces. If I can manage that, I know I have...
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Amy N.


Douglas, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi, I am an experienced caregiver who has 20 + years of exceptional customer service and professional experience in my background. I am kind, compassionate, patient and caring. I have had professional jobs as customer service agents, worked in the public school system, run my own businesses, and my latest job as a treatment...
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Mamadou D.


Woonsocket, RI

$25-35/hr1 yrs exp

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My name is Mamadou, I have been a registered nurse for over a year, however I was a Licensed practical nurse for 5 years before going for my RN. I have been working in healthcare for about 20 years. I started out first as a CNA, then a Medication tech. I also did hospice and home care. The reason I picked these for my career is...

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