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Lisa S.'s Photo

East Providence, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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Nayeli T.'s Photo

Providence, RI

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 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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Karina T.'s Photo

Providence, RI

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
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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Peggy M.'s Photo

East Providence, RI

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 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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Hannah A.'s Photo

Providence, RI

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 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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Maria C.'s Photo

Providence, RI

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
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
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Warwick, RI

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Care Giver

Warwick, RI

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Dementia
transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Babysitter

Pawtucket, RI

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 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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Grad Student W/ 10 Years Of Childcare Experience

Providence, RI

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! I'm Madeline, a 26-year-old PA student who would love to continue supporting families with childcare in my spare time away from clinical rotations. I have 12 years of childcare experience as a babysitter, live-in nanny, sleep-away camp counselor, sailing instructor, teaching assistant, tutor, special-ed aide, and PA...
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Alyssa M.'s Photo

Warwick, RI

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 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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Mars Y.'s Photo

North Scituate, RI

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$26/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
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
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Genelle K.'s Photo

Pawtucket, RI

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I currently work at a preschool center teaching Pre-K. I have worked with all ages as young as 2 months. This is my second year as a Pre-K teacher and I have worked at this center for 4 years. I have a 6-year-old daughter that I have raised on my own. I absolutely love teaching but I am looking for a smaller group of kids to be...
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Childcare

Pawtucket, RI

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
I have 20 years experience with children of all ages and and abilities . I have worked in daycare settings, group homes, and have been a teacher assistant for special needs. I have also volunteered and coached baseball, soccer., and basketball. available for child care
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Mature & Experienced With A BS In Special Education, Personal Care Assistant Available

Warwick, RI

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$15/hr
8 years experience
I am a special education teacher and former PASS worker with over 8 years experience. I have been teaching for 5 years in the same school system. I also coach Special Olympics events and have been part of a Unified Basketball team
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Creative Career Nanny For Your Family

Pawtucket, RI

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$30/hr
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello Parents and Guardians, My legal name is Leah but everyone calls me Pidge or Pigeon. I am an experienced nanny based in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. I come with great references and a passion for what I do, Thank you for taking the time to read this. Childcare is not just a job for me -- it's my career and I've been dedicated...
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