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Registered Nurse And Experienced Babysitter

Riverside, RI

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$50/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
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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$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 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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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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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
Live-in home care
visiting nurse
dementia
hospice services
respite care
+ 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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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
Light cleaning
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
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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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
carpooling
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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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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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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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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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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Part-time Caregiver

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Errands
meal prep
companionship
dementia
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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Summer Sitter/ Tutor

Warwick, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
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
Hospice services
respite care
dementia
personal care
meal prep
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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Rehoboth, MA

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$23/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
Hello! My name is Haley, and I am an enthusiastic and dedicated nanny with over six years of experience caring for children, including those with special needs. I pride myself on being patient, compassionate, and reliable. I understand that each child is unique, with their own set of needs and challenges, and I approach every...
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Warwick, RI

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
meal prep
My name is David, and I am 42 years old with six years of experience as a Direct Support Professional. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work with a wide variety of young adults with special needs, including individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Down syndrome. I am an understanding, compassionate, and...
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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
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
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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East Providence, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
transportation
errands
hospice services
respite care
+ 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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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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  • The average posted rate is $31.00/hr as of September 2026

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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...

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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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