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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Providence, RI
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Providence, RI
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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...
Mary B.
Providence, RI
$15-25/hr
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I have experience as a pca for a quadriplegic person for 3+ years, as a babysitter for children with cerebral palsy, autism, multiple sclerosis, and a few other special needs. I worked as a camp counselor at a camp called Dream day on Cape Cod as well. This is a non-profit camp for children with terminal illnesses and their...
Neliy S.
Providence, RI
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello my name is Neliy I been a CNA for 20 years now. I am very passionate of what I do. I have worked with children/disabled children and elders. I am a very outgoing person, High energy and positive.
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"Neily is great! She came on time, with short notice, and stayed a little over the allotted time! Also very friendly and personable. I will definitely hire her again!"
Reviewed by Thomas K.
Mary B.
Providence, RI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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...
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"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 daughter. We loved Mary and wish she lived in Phoenix but...
Reviewed by Liz D.
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I have 10 years of experience. I started as a mothers helper and moved up to reoccurring babysitting. I also worked as an after school aide for third and 4th graders for a year in high school. Moving on to college I started working at a daycare. I worked at this daycare for 2. 5 years and mostly worked with ages 1-2-year-olds. I...
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"Julia watched our 20 month old son when we were in town for a wedding. She was on time and professional. She sent updates and got him to fall asleep at bedtime even though he missed his nap. Overall great!"
Reviewed by Mary B.
Isabella D.
Providence, RI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi, my name is Isabella, I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with over 13 years of experience providing exceptional care to individuals of all ages. My passion for helping others led me to pursue a career in caregiving. I recently graduated from the University of Rhode Island.
My experience includes working with...
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"Isabella was a fantastic babysitter! Great communicator, very sweet, and good with kids. Highly recommend!"
Reviewed by Cate B.
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I have always been passionate about working with children. I have cared for twins, children with special needs, &as many as 3 siblings at a time. My experience includes children age 0-14, with my focus and passion being with pre-school age infants and toddlers. I have my bachelors in Counseling and Child Studies. With a focus on...
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"Olivia is a rare gem - a professional, exceptionally skilled nanny who offers the full package of creativity, warmth, energy, and perfect punctuality. We were lucky to find her. Olivia is deeply knowledgeable...
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I am outgoing, loving, patient, and responsible. I am 28 years old and I graduated from Rhode Island College in May 2019 with a bachelors in biology. I absolutely adore children! I was formerly a dance instructor for about 6 years. I have experience working with children ranging from infant to 13 years old. I also have...
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"I feel so lucky that we found Ayanna. She is extremely sharp, experienced, sweet with our infant, and very responsible. She showed up on time and asked smart questions. I was especially impressed by how she did...
Reviewed by Amanda A.
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Hello! My name is Emily and I would love to be welcomed into your home to care for your children. I am a certified teacher on summer break, so my availability is wide. I have experience with children ages 2 months to 15 years old. I'm used to caring for multiple children, and I've had dogs all my life so pets won't be a problem....
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"Emily was amazing with my two kids. I couldn’t have gone back to work without knowing they were going to be well taken care of, and Emily made that happen. Can’t recommend her enough!"
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Hello! I am an elementary special education teacher. I have also worked as a full time nanny for a child with physical and cognitive disabilities for 8 years. I believe that everyone deserves to be around people who accept and celebrate what makes them unique.
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Caregiving is something that runs in my genetics... I will be a 4th generation nurse! Currently, I am enrolled in school but I have some extra time that I'd love to share by helping someone.
Laurence B.
Providence, RI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full Time Caregiver For Individuals With Special Needs
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I was a special education teacher for 7 years. I love to enrich people's life by allowing them to reach their full potential
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Hello! I have worked with special needs all my life between my brother, and going into the field. I am on my third year of an online college program with a major in special needs. I am going into my second year this September at wayland middle school as a TA working around SEL learning and behavioral disabilities. I look forward...
Mark B.
Providence, RI
$20-37/hr • 4 yrs exp
Mature And Experienced In Caring For Children With Autism And Other Developmental Delays. Full Time
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Involved in several behavioral and residential programs since 2014. Residential work includes laundry, meal preparation, data collection, planned outings, toileting and showering assistance, as well as helping to achieve child's personal goals. Experience with children with autism, Asperger's, down syndrome, ADHD, seizure...
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I'd describe my personality as out going , caring and respectful
I like caring for people with special needs because I personally have a sister who is handicapped and have been working with children with disabilities, behaviors and social emotional needs for the last 7 years .
I'm looking for a rewarding job in which I can...
Emma L.
Providence, RI
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hi my name is Emma. I have 8 years of experience working with children and young adults with special needs. I have worked with people with a variety of diagnoses and needs. I am currently getting my undergrad at Johnson & Wales in Providence studying psychology. I am CPR, First Aid, and QPR certified. I love working with and...
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I am a highly motivated, bilingual, achievement-oriented solution seeker and enthusiast who is anxious about learning new ideas with strong team skills, leadership, and social background. I am currently employed at Rhode Island Hospital as a certified nursing assistant. Prior to working at Rhode Island Hospital, I worked at a...
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Hello I'm Lauren, I go by Lily. I'm looking for full time, long term work near Boston as I'll be moving to the area by October. Here is a summary of my experience, thank you for your time.
I have over a year of experience working in a group home for adults with intellectual and physical disabilities as a direct support...
Yamari T.
Providence, RI
$19-35/hr
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I am a CNA I have worked at group home that Served adult with Down syndrome and mental illness. I have also cared for my younger brother that was Diagnosed with ADHD and many other mental illness. I am very kind, opened minded and have lots of patience. I do speak Spanish and CPR certified.
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ABOUT ME: Hi, I'm Michelle 57 yrs young, single & looking to become part of a family (long-term) who is seeking a loving Caregiver who is responsible, goes above and beyond, reliable with an upbeat personality. Someone that is experienced, caring, loving, fun, nurturing & happy/positive by nature. If this is you, please read on....
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Providence, RI
Neliy S.
5.0
Neily is great! She came on time, with short notice, and stayed a little over the allotted time! Also very friendly and personable. I will definitely hire her again!
- Thomas K.
Mary B.
5.0
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 daughter. We loved Mary and wish she lived in Phoenix but hope to see her next summer!!!!
- Liz D.
Julia S.
5.0
Julia watched our 20 month old son when we were in town for a wedding. She was on time and professional. She sent updates and got him to fall asleep at bedtime even though he missed his nap. Overall great!
- Mary B.
Isabella D.
5.0
Isabella was a fantastic babysitter! Great communicator, very sweet, and good with kids. Highly recommend!
- Cate B.
Olivia B.
5.0
Olivia is a rare gem - a professional, exceptionally skilled nanny who offers the full package of creativity, warmth, energy, and perfect punctuality. We were lucky to find her. Olivia is deeply knowledgeable about child development and constantly devises creative activities for the children she...
- Care member
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Ratings for Providence, RI special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Providence, RI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.