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- $30/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
travel
Hi! I'm Olivia, and I have a Master's degree in Education along with over two years of hands-on experience working with children with autism. I'm passionate about supporting all children in a way that meets their individual needs emotionally, socially, and academically.
With a background in education and specialized experience...
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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My name is Samantha, I am 23 years old and I am looking for a family to nanny for this summer! I will be available Monday-Friday and willing to take weekends if needed. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Communication Science and Disorders and I am currently getting my teaching license for Early Childhood Education. I have worked...
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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
Swimming supervision
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. My 9 years of experience have solidified my desire to positively impact young lives. I have worked with children, including those with special needs, since I was 15. I hold a college degree in Communicative Disorders as well as my Speech-Language Pathology Assistant...
Hi I'm Jaffrey, nice to meet you! I have cared my whole life for my older brother Mathias who has Down syndrome. I have always loved and cared for him and his friends with special needs. My senior year in high school I decided to get a job at Western Dupage Special Recreation Association (WDSRA) in Illinois where I am from. I...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
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...
Care Member says "Brianna is fantastic with my 1.5 year old. She’s patient and always has ways to entertain him. I definitely recommend her! "
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- $28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
currently only avail on Wednesdays
I have always been passionate about working w children. I have cared for twins, children with special needs, &as many as 3 at a time. My experience includes ages 0-14, with my focus and passion being infants &toddlers. I have my BA in Counseling &Child Studies. With a focus on expressive art...
Care Member says "Olivia is a rare gem - a professional, exceptionally skilled nanny who offers the full package of creativity, warmth, energy, and perfect punctuality....
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...
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, Phlebotomist
Pawtucket, RI
5.0(1)
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- $25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
personal care
visiting nurse
hospice services
live-in home care
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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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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
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"
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
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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- $30/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 35 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello my name is Maria , I'm from Dominican Republic and I've been nanny for 18 years, I have experienced taking care of babies from newborn to teenagers , twins, multiple, special needs and behavior attention as well . I have my certificate in Adult/Pediatric CPR/First Aid/ AED clean driving record.
I have my own...
Care Member says "Maria is very professional and reliable. She watches my 1 year old and a 3 year old once a week. She is kind and knows how to engage my kids in...
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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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- $28/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...
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- $25/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
hospice services
meal prep
dementia
errands
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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 17 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. "
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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- $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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- $30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I am the oldest of 5 girls who I have watched more times than I can count growing up. I recently graduated from Rhode Island College with a degree in Speech Language Pathology. While in college and since graduating, I have had several babysitting/nannying jobs with both mainstream and special needs children. Additionally,...
Tenille N. says "She formed an immediate bond with my children right away. She is caring and they have lots of fun when they are with her. She is a treasure. "
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 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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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
respite care
hospice services
personal care
My life work has focuses on providing care to elders and those with special needs. My experience includes working primarily in home care settings. Clients I have worked with have a variety of needs including; assistance with transfers, general housekeeping, personal care and companionship. Primarily I have worked with...
Debra B. says "Michele is a very caring, and kind human being, with many years of experience in ALL areas. She would be an asset to any care team!"
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $27.60/hr as of November 2025
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Brianna S.
Brianna is fantastic with my 1.5 year old. She’s patient and always has ways to entertain him. I definitely recommend her!
- Care member
Olivia B.
Olivia is a rare gem - a professional, exceptionally skilled nanny who offers the full package of creativity, warmth, energy, and perfect...
- Care member
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,...
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