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Casey W.

Fun And Creative Sitter!

Providence, RI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Casey. I am fun, reliable, and patient. I have 10+ years of experience in childcare. I can help with a wide variety of tasks like tutoring, cooking, travel and light housekeeping. I currently work at a childcare center in Smithfield, Rhode Island and I am looking to earn some additional money on the side. I have a...
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Providence, RI

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
hospice services
personal care
respite care
dementia
I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Hospice Services. I can also do care for special needs and disabilities.
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Personal Caretaker

Providence, RI

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$20/hr
Meal prep
Hi Everyone, my name is Chrystal, I have over 20 years of experience caring for the elderly, special needs individuals, infant babies & children, I've also worked as both a infant & toddler held teacher, am CPR & first aid certified, certified babies nurse as well. I drive my own vehicle, am fully vaccinated and wear my mask. Am...
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Compassionate And Experienced Senior Caregiver

Providence, RI

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
meal prep
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Susan! I have over 35 years of experience providing compassionate and reliable care for seniors and special needs adults. I am passionate about helping older adults maintain their independence while ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being. I specialize in personal care assistance, medication reminders and...
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Providence, RI

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hospice services
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 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

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I am a Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst and provide ABA treatment to children with autism. I have babysat many neurotypical children and children with special needs for 20 years now. I have cared for newborns as well as adults with developmental or physical disabilities. I love spending time with children and I thoroughly enjoy...

Care Member says "Danielle cared for my three young children ages 4, 5, and 7. She worked on a full time basis for a year and was very reliable and professional. Danielle...

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Sarah K.- Providence, RI

Providence, RI

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I am very passionate about working with people who have disabilities. I grew up with my brother who has Down syndrome and he inspired me to pursue a job in Special Education. I am currently a student at Syracuse University studying Early Childhood Inclusive Special Education. Worked for two summers at the Newport County YMCA...
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Caregiver

Providence, RI

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hi there! My name is Britney, I am an educator, a theater artist, and caregiver! I hold a BA in theater studies from Ithaca College, and I am a certified classroom teacher. I have experience with the special needs community; working with children in classroom settings, after school programming, as well as adults with special...
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Experienced, Fun And Patient Caregiver

Providence, RI

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I am Francis. I am an experienced and trustworthy caregiver with 12 years experience taking care of kids, teens, and adults with and without developmental disabilities. Aside from being a caregiver, I am a sexuality educator who specializes in teaching people with disabilities. I have two siblings with developmental...
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Providence, RI

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hi there my name is Fabiola, pleasure to whom is taking the time to read my bio. I am a Medical Assistant for more then 3 years now and a In-home health aid with a patient with ALS . I'm very enthusiastic out going a hard working girl with the ability to learn fast, finishing task provided by whom I received them
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Behavior Analyst

Providence, RI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst who works with children diagnosed with autism and other developmental disabilities. I've been in the field for 11 years.
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Providence, RI

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Amy, and I bring compassionate, experienced care to children with diverse needs. I have a background as a preschool teacher and formerly worked as a home-based therapist with Perspective Corporation, supporting children with developmental, behavioral, and emotional challenges. Currently, I'm pursuing a...
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Providence, RI

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is katherine and I have been babysitting since I was 12. I have three years paid experience and special needs experience.
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Fun Sitter And Great Cook!

Providence, RI

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$18/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Shreeja, but I go by Cherry. I'm 23 years old, and fun fact, I'm from India! Coming from a huge family, I have a lot of childcare experience. My mother also has been running a daycare center back home for 12 years (with kids between the ages of 3 months and 15 years) and I've been helping out since the very beginning,...
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Providence, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
I have been passionate about working with children for about a decade, inspired by my mother who was also a teacher. From a young age, volunteering at her workplace, I knew I wanted to pursue a career in education. I take immense pride in witnessing the developmental milestones of toddlers, whether it's their first time using...
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Hi! I'm Sandi

Attleboro, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
I provide a loving and fun environment for children. I was an art instructor at the Attleboro Arts museum and worked with children ages 3 to 18 and the special needs population, ages 4 to 65. I was given the most beloved and fun title at the museum. I would ensure that each and every child or adult felt good about what they had...

Care Member says "Sandi has been a wonderful addition to our family. We hired Sandi to look after our 4 month old son back in October 2024. It is clear she cares very...

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Part-Time Babysitter

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! 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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Part-time Caregiver

Warwick, RI

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

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Caregiver

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have over 34 years of personal care and nursing assistant experience. I love the elderly population and people with special needs. I'm considerate and empathetic by nature and would treat your family as I would my own. My past experience with the elderly specializes with Alzheimer and dementia patients but would work in all...

Care Member says " We found Liz on Care.com and she was our Godsend. My Mom was in the depths of Dementia when my husband and I could no longer take care of her on our...

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College Educated In Special Needs

Warwick, RI

5.0(0)
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$25/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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.25/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.8

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Providence, RI are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Danielle W.

Danielle cared for my three young children ages 4, 5, and 7. She worked on a full time basis for a year and was very reliable and...

- Care member

Sandi C.

Sandi has been a wonderful addition to our family. We hired Sandi to look after our 4 month old son back in October 2024. It is clear she...

- Care member

Kiah M.

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...

- Joni C.

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