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Brooke B.'s Photo

Newport, RI

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$21/hr
7 years experience
I have worked with all sorts of disabilities. My younger brother has autism so I have a lot of experience. I have also managed a group home with many clients that all had many disabilities, I enjoy working with people and helping them with everyday activities .
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Portsmouth, RI

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Erica . I recently moved to Rhode Island from Richmond, Virginia. I graduated from Longwood University with a bachelors degree in psychology, and am continuing my education currently for a masters in school counseling! Over the past 8 years I have worked as a lifeguard, in a nursery at my local church, as a...
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Certified Job Coach & Compassionate Support Professional

Portsmouth, RI

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Janna, and I'm a certified job coach (ACRE-certified) with years of experience helping adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities gain independence through work, skill-building, and community involvement. I also provide supportive care for seniors and children, including companionship,...
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Portsmouth, RI

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$10/hr
Hello! My name is Roslyn and I am a senior studying special education at Bridgewater State University. I have 5 years experience working with children (academic and babysitting). I also have 2 years experience working with children with mild to moderate disabilities. This includes Autism Spectrum Disorder, developmental delays,...
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Let's Face Challenges Together

Portsmouth, RI

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$16/hr
I'm a kind, successful, autistic, imaginative college student looking to work with others with challenges in their lives. I have worked with people with different challenges in summer camps and in theater. One of my favorite activities is my inclusive yoga class where I have a chance to exercise and interact with an amazing...
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Nursing Student With Lots Of Child Care Experience

Newport, RI

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$15/hr
5 years experience
My name is Mary and I am finishing up my junior year at the Salve Regina nursing program! I have always loved kids and hope to enter into the field of pediatrics or maternity when I graduate. Although my child care experience varies, I spent the summer of 2016 caring for a toddler with Cerebral Palsy. I loved being able to...
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ABA Therapist

Tiverton, RI

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I currently work as an ABA therapist working with children who have Autism, I also work along side a speech pathologist to improve speech impediments or began with expressive language. I am a pre-med student dreaming of becoming a pediatric neurosurgeon, my research is in neuroscience on developmental disorders with a focus on...
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Priscilla D.'s Photo

Warwick, RI

4.9(1)
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$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Nurturing children and witnessing their growth has been my professional focus for seven years. My background as a certified teacher, combined with my Early Child Development coursework, allows me to provide structured yet imaginative care. I am patient, calm, and thrive when engaging children through outdoor sports, puzzles, or...

Care Member says "Priscilla went above and beyond when she watched our 4 year old son. From the moment she entered the house she was energetic and ready to eager to help...

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Babysitter

Fall River, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Emily and I am 30 years old. I am CPR/first aid certified with the AHA and also have a CNA course under my belt. I am very experienced working with children. I have completed two classes on child development and child care, and worked in the Barnstable Early Learning center for two years. I have experience being...

Kelly G. says "Emily was hired for my family when my little girl was only 2 years old and we had just started our family. We were not on care.com at the time. Our little...

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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
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
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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PCA/Part-time Caregiver

Warwick, RI

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
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...
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Direct Support Professional

Cranston, RI

5.0(1)
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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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Special Needs Caregiver

West Warwick, RI

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I' m Shannon, and I am 25 years old. I am an occupational therapist and I work at an outplacement school for students with developmental disabilities and behavioral challenges. I volunteered for an extended school year program for kids with special needs (pre-K-8th grade) for about 7 years, and I also worked at a summer camp...
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Part-time Caregiver

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
meal prep
dementia
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am licensed practical nurse. I have many years of experience as a CNA, caregiver/personal aide. 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...

Kirsten K. says "Jennifer was great with my mom, & very knowledgeable about taking care of seniors with dementia. It gave me peace of mind to know mom was in good hands...

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Part-time Caregiver

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
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"

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Your Down To Earth Big Heart, Fun-Loving Nanny

Fall River, MA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I have 18 years of childcare experience and have worked with more than 30 families, building strong and meaningful relationships with the children I care for. I treat every child as if they were my own, always prioritizing a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment. I truly enjoy helping children learn, grow, and feel...

Victoria S. says "She stepped in when Covid first started for me and my kids. I still had to work and I didn't have anyone to stay home with my girls. She was always...

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Summer Child Care Available, 20+ Hours

Bristol, RI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I am a gentle, kind person who adores children. I have 20+ years experience with long term child care for families. I have experience with all ages, from newborn through teens. I have experience with special needs too. I have my own transportation, a good driving record. I have been CPR certified, am very pet friendly, happy...

Rebecca H. says "Jess was an amazing find! She has cared full time for our baby from 7 months to 16 months old and we couldn't have asked for better. Her two daughters (9...

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College Educated In Special Needs

Warwick, RI

5.0(0)
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$26/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, My name is Priscilla. I have a degree in Special Education. I have experience in behavior support and also cognitive disabilities. I am able to provide excellent care and have many references for this type of service. I have experience with special needs children and also adults. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I...
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Westport, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! I am an experienced caregiver who has worked with children of all ages, multiples, as well as caring for children with special needs (adhd, autism, CP, mood disorders, feeding tube, etc) I believe that kids need a positive, fun, and also educational environment to thrive. * Due to severe allergies, I can only accept a...

Eryn B. says "When we interviewed Kendra last year we loved her instantly and knew she'd mesh well with us and our kids. She did tell us when we interviewed her that she...

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Mary B.'s Photo

Providence, RI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $18.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Middletown, RI

Special Needs Caregivers in Middletown, RI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Priscilla D.

Priscilla went above and beyond when she watched our 4 year old son. From the moment she entered the house she was energetic and ready to...

- Care member

Emily M.

Emily was hired for my family when my little girl was only 2 years old and we had just started our family. We were not on care.com at the...

- Kelly G.

Abigail E.

Abigail was communicative, patient, fearless, and very kind.

- Care member

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