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Susan G.

Providence, RI

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hi my name is Susan, I am a mother of 5 and grandmother of 4 till recently I worked with special needs and now I work with an older couple part time. I have 40 years of experience, with children.
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Providence, RI

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$11/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a CNA and experienced caregiver with years of paid childcare experience, plus a lifetime of personal experience raising my four daughters and helping care for my sister with cerebral palsy. I've cared for children with both special needs and non-special needs and am comfortable helping with meals, homework, baths,...
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Providence, RI

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$21/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'm Whedmayer, a compassionate, reliable, and dedicated caregiver based in Providence, Rhode Island. I have recent professional experience at EC and A, providing direct care and support to children and individuals with special needs. I have experience supporting individuals with autism and behavioral or developmental needs,...
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Coming Back To The Playground

Pawtucket, RI

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'm an animal lover, non-smoker and am willing to do light house work. Whether it's a baby, a child with special needs, multiple toddlers, or siblings of varying ages, I feel confident that can provide the kind of service you are looking for. I have spent the majority of my life working with children I was a mother's helper...
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East Providence, RI

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! I am an experienced babysitter that loves to actively engage with the children i'm watching. I began babysitting at 13 for families in my church and haven't stopped since! I am a current college student at RIC studying to become a special needs teacher. In high school I participated in many classes centered around special...
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Providence, RI

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Medical Assistant and licensed CNA with pediatric and special needs experience. CPR/BLS certified. Patient, attentive, and safety-focused. Experienced with infants, toddlers, and school-age children. Available for daytime, evening, and overnight care.
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East Providence, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
respite care
errands
+ 1 more
Hello I have had many years of experience with child care and caring for the elderly . I myself have 15 grandchildren . I also have worked in child care setting and elder care for many years . I started my career in high school in Vic for child care . I continued on going to school for early childhood education then switched to...
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Providence, RI

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
As a nurturing caregiver with two years of experience, my passion lies in fostering children's growth and positively impacting their lives. My background includes some college coursework in early child development, as well as First Aid and CPR training. I'm also experienced in caring for children with special needs. My approach...
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East Providence, RI

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'm a very caring, nurturing, reliable and trustworthy adult with experience in baby sitting and as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for special needs young adults. 11/24-3/26 DSP with a nonverbal client with mobility issues. 10/23-6/25 Babysat a 3 years old girl and 6 years old boy. Spent the day with the girl and picked up...
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Providence, RI

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
live-in home care
dementia
+ 1 more
During my first year from high school I worked for people with special needs and I currently care for my grandfather who has Alzheimer's . I love being compassionate and supportive person for whoever.
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Providence, RI

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Maria and I am 29, and I am a private childcare worker and household manager based out of Providence, RI. I am first and foremost dedicated to providing any child in my care with a safe, comfortable, fun, and enriching environment. I have 10 years of extensive early childhood care experience. I have worked...
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Summer Sitter/ Tutor

Warwick, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Kayla . I am a teacher in Woonsocket but I am looking for summer work as a babysitter/tutor. I have over 10 years of experience working with children from ages 3-12. I have babysat, worked in special needs classrooms and taught elementary and middle school. I am also certified in first aid/ CPR and I used to...
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Creating Safe, Fun & Happy Memories With Your Little Ones

Providence, RI

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a caring, patient, and dependable childcare provider with experience working with children from 6 months to 12 years old, including children with special needs. I love creating a safe, fun, and positive environment where children can learn, explore, and be themselves. I enjoy keeping kids engaged through arts and crafts,...
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Care Giver

Warwick, RI

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
dementia
errands
Hello, My name is Barbara. I have had experiences most of my life caring for others. I grew up helping with my special needs brother Michael who is truly awesome. I am a mother of two grown adults. I cared for my husband for three years who had a very aggressive cancer. I have recently worked with a lovely gentlemen in his late...
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Warwick, RI

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
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...
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Babysitter

Pawtucket, RI

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Nurturing young minds is more than a job; it's my passion. With two years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, I offer a calm and patient approach to childcare. I am a certified teacher with a college degree and experience with special needs children. I am comfortable enforcing household...
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Warwick, RI

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Alyssa, and I offer more than 10 years of experience in childcare! I just recently nannied for a wonderful family from Care for 2. 5 years, but the kids are off to start school. I also work with another incredible family doing after-school care. I have availablity mornings from 8-1 p.m. Before nannying these last two...
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North Scituate, RI

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$26/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Mars, I use they/them pronouns and thanks for visiting my profile! Nurturing a child's curiosity and watching them reach new milestones is my true passion. With eight years of experience caring for children ranging from infants to pre-teens, to special needs adults, I bring a patient, creative, and calm approach to...
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Riverside, RI

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I am a mom to two boys aged 6 and 10. I live in Riverside, RI. I have been an occupational therapist assistant for 10 years and just obtained my masters in Occupational Therapy- currently studying for my boards certification. One of my fieldwork rotations was at a children's outpatient clinic working with kiddos with special...
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About Me

Warwick, RI

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hi there! I'm Brooklyn and for the last 2. 5 years I have been working in a daycare working with ages from 6 weeks to 5 years! I have also babysit and nannied for a few families and wanted to expand my book a little bit more, from making meals to laundry I hope to be an extra set of hands for you and don't mind at all. I am CPR...
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