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Aisha R.

Registered Nurse And Experienced Babysitter

Riverside, RI

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$50/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Registered Nurse with 10+ years experience in the field. 10+ years of experience in caring for infants and children of all ages including those with special needs and developmental disabilities
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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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Riverside, RI

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
+ 1 more
My name is Samantha, I am 25 years old and I am looking for a family to help out! I am a second grade teacher and have experience with special needs, infants, toddlers and school-age kids. I am First Aid and CPR certified. I have a reliable car and would be glad to help around the home.
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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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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, Phlebotomist

Pawtucket, RI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
respite care
live-in home care
hospice services
visiting nurse
+ 1 more
My name is Julia, and I have been a caregiver for the past 16 years. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, and Phlebotomist. I am passionate about the caregiving work that I do. I have experience caring for people of all ages, and have worked on cases that are complex. I have take care...

Care Member says "Julia is an outstanding caretaker. She took care of my mother who had complex medical issues and needed 24/7 care. Julia was kind, caring, and highly...

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Warwick, RI

4.9(1)
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$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
+ 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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Part-time Caregiver

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Providence, RI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
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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Direct Support Professional

Cranston, RI

5.0(1)
from
$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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Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience
I have been employed with The Homestead Group in RI which is a service program for children with special needs. I have worked with a 5-years-old girl who is language delayed. I also have experience working with an adult with Downs syndrome through Options RI and working with children with varying levels of autism. I am not an...

Linda W. says "She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around."

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CNA/Special Needs/Childcare/Errands/Transportation/Housekeeping

Providence, RI

5.0(1)
from
$1/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
light cleaning
errands
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
I love caring for people, assisting in daily life activities, getting to try new things. My passion to do healthcare began at the age of 16, and I have worked with a variety of a person's needs for 20 years. Daily hygiene care, hoyer lift system, senior care, Alzheimer, handicap, etc. Let me know what I can do for you, or your...

Care Member says "Alana is very kind and caring. She goes above and beyond to be helpful in anyway. "

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College Educated In Special Needs

Warwick, RI

5.0(0)
from
$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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Summer Child Care Available, 20+ Hours

Bristol, RI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
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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Hello Parents

Providence, RI

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hello Moms & Dad's I'm currently seeking a new full time or part time childcare position. I've worked as a Nanny and BabyNurse for long over 15 years, am also a Certified Foster Parent with the state of Rhode Island. My hope is that I can find a great family, where I can offer safety, a peace of mind to your family & a helping...

Care Member says "Chrystal is extremely dependable. She was always so flexible with our chaotic schedule. When initially talking to her, she was well spoken and very...

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Providence, RI

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
9 years experience
My background is a variety of healthcare skills in child care, senior care, special needs(autism spectrum ABA specialist.), disability, errands, date nights, overnights, disability, groceries , doctors appointments, transportation, etc. I really like the one on one connection in the residential setting, focusing on your needs,...
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Bristol, RI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Olivia and I am 26 years old. I work at Hasbro emergency room and love children. I am very mature and responsible for my age. I have a twin brother with special needs and a younger sister. I have watched kids for 12 years now. I play soccer and was in special needs basketball. I graduated Pre-Med. I am currently...

Care Member says "Olivia has been providing child care for our nonspeaking Autistic son for the last 2+ years. She is incredibly dedicated, kind, responsible, and caring....

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Part-time Caregiver

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
light cleaning
errands
dementia
meal prep
+ 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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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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Providence, RI

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
meal prep
hospice services
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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Pawtucket, RI

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm Diona - an experienced caregiver with a strong background in both educational and in-home childcare settings. I've worked as a paraprofessional in public schools supporting children with special needs, and I also have two years of experience in a daycare environment, caring for infants through preschool-aged children. In...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $31.00/hr as of August 2026

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Riverside, RI are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Julia T.

Julia is an outstanding caretaker. She took care of my mother who had complex medical issues and needed 24/7 care. Julia was kind, caring,...

- Care member

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

Jennifer B.

She is so wonderful with our children and they adore her! We are thankful to have found her

- Sarah B.

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