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I have been a behavior technician since 2016. I have experience working with children and adults on the spectrum and related disorders. I also have experience with Non verbal and aggressive behavior. I have done ABA for five years and truly enjoy what I do. Compassion and hard work comes with providing great care.
Hi my name is Cris. I am an ECE teacher having taught PreK, Kindergarten, and grade 2. As a teacher, I have had students that were diabetic, had ADD, ADHD, and celiac disease. I have been able to handle all of those situations. I have also had students that were on the autism spectrum. When working together with parents, I feel...
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- $15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Brian and I am a 51-year-old male. I worked for 4 years for people that have developmental delays. I have worked with all degrees of developmental delays. I love working with and helping people! I have two years experience working with two children that had Autism. I took them places to have fun and I really loved...
Hello my name is Adrienne and I am 41 years old. I have over four years working with special needs children. I have worked with all varying levels of Autism spectrum. I am responsible, loving, trusting, mature, patient, compassionate, responsible and loyal. I get along great with kids! I have over 28 years of experience working...
Andreya is a passionate and nurturing caregiver with a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Youth Development from Rhode Island College. With over a decade of experience, she has dedicated her career to fostering growth and development in children and adults alike. Andreya has worked as a nanny for three children with Autism and...
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- $25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Diana. I am a mother and licensed CNA with over five years of experience providing compassionate care to people of all ages. I am trained in Safety Care, CPR, Basic Life Support, Mental Health First Aid, Dementia and Alzheimer's care, and Affirming LGBTQ+ People Through Effective Communication. I have cared for...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
With over 10 years of babysitting experience, including working with children with disabilities and special needs, I'm here to make your life easier and your kids' day more fun! From cooking and cleaning to transport and playtime, I've got it covered. As a middle school teacher, homework is never a problem-I can help with that...
Care Member says "Brianna is fantastic with my 1.5 year old. She’s patient and always has ways to entertain him. I definitely recommend her! "
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."
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, Phlebotomist
Pawtucket, RI
5.0(1)
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- $25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
respite care
dementia
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My name is Julia, and I have been a caregiver for the past 16 years. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, and Phlebotomist. I am passionate about the caregiving work that I do. I have experience caring for people of all ages, and have worked on cases that are complex. I have take care...
Care Member says "Julia is an outstanding caretaker. She took care of my mother who had complex medical issues and needed 24/7 care. Julia was kind, caring, and highly...
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- $15/hr
I'm a Stay at home mom to a young boy who will be attending school I have free time during the week to be a companion and to help out with whatever needs you may have. My strong points are that I am reliable, responsible and honest. I am also a caring person who loves helping others. I am a natural listener and I love to learn...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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"
My background is a variety of healthcare skills in child care, senior care, special needs(autism spectrum ABA specialist.), disability, errands, date nights, overnights, disability, groceries , doctors appointments, transportation, etc. I really like the one on one connection in the residential setting, focusing on your needs,...
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- $10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, my name is Debbie and I have over 20 years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, individuals with psychiatric disorders, and those with autism. I currently work part time for the J Arthur Trudeau Center with 5 developmentally disabled men in a group home setting. I am responsible for medication...
Thomas K. says "Wonderful caregiver. Would certainly rehire."
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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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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
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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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- $28/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I believe that everyone should be given the chance to reach their maximum potential one should always put a person before their disability regardless of the severity when working with people who have special needs you need to remember to set goals and have patience. it is important to remember persistence pays off, don't give up...
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- $28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
currently only avail on Wednesdays
I have always been passionate about working w 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...
Care Member says "Olivia is a rare gem - a professional, exceptionally skilled nanny who offers the full package of creativity, warmth, energy, and perfect punctuality....
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- $30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
A well-mannered, articulate, and responsible nanny, with great deal of experience and interest in children and their development. A confident child career who is emotionally mature and possess high energy levels and an ability to develop close relationships with both children and families. Possessing excellent communication...
Zoe H. says "I found Astrid to be very personable, easy to work with and trustworthy. Comfortable with and around children, evidently has prior experience and knowledge....
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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- $30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
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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Brianna S.
Brianna is fantastic with my 1.5 year old. She’s patient and always has ways to entertain him. I definitely recommend her!
- Care member
Leslie H.
She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around.
- Linda W.
Julia T.
Julia is an outstanding caretaker. She took care of my mother who had complex medical issues and needed 24/7 care. Julia was kind, caring,...
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