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Mariel M.

North Kingstown, RI

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$10/hr
I am a recent college grad looking to start a career in human services. I have experience working with kids and young adults both with and without special needs.
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Part-time Caregiver

East Greenwich, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have been working with special needs children for about 28 years. I have done home programs and am trained in Applied Behavioral Analysis. I currently work in a special education classroom during the school year and am a PASS provider as well. I have also tutored children needing help with executive functioning issues,...
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Happy Nanny

Wakefield, RI

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Hi, I'm Nadia! As a Navy family, my husband, daughters (9 and 11) and I have lived all over the country. When we moved to Rhode Island five years ago, we fell in love with its coastal charm and close-knit community-and decided to put down roots. I hold an A. A. in Education/Special Education and am currently pursuing my B. A....
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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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Providence, RI

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Nurturing children comes naturally to me, and I have spent the last seven years devoted to their care and well-being. My college degree, coupled with Early Child Development coursework, has provided me with a strong foundation. I am comfortable caring for up to three children of various ages, from infants to pre-teens. I am...

Care Member says "I highly recommend Sahara if you are looking for a nanny in the Providence area! She was easy to communicate and schedule with, and worked so well with...

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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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Providence, RI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Hi!

Portsmouth, RI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Through my teachings in many schools I have a wide range of experience with many students and various abilities. I graduated with a degree in elementary education and I'm currently working toward my masters degree in special education. Still working with so many students I also have a great amount of experience in regards to...

Sierra S. says "Kim was amazing! She is so sweet and kind and wonderful with kids! Our daughter LOVED Kim and can't wait to have her come back! Will hire again!"

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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
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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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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Bristol, RI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Caregiver

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
live-in home care
dementia
errands
hospice services
+ 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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Part-time Caregiver

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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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Part-time Caregiver

Warwick, RI

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

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi my name is Susan, I am a mother of 5 and grandmother of 4 till recently I worked with special needs and now I work with an older couple part time. I have 40 years of experience, with children.
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Caregiver With Special Needs Experience, Flexible Schedule

Coventry, RI

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! I'm a 27-year-old college graduate pursuing my Occupational Therapy Assistant degree. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages and particularly those with special needs. I have held many care roles including as a babysitter, nanny, Personal Care Attendant, camp counselor, and behavioral specialist. I...
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Experienced Behavior Technician & Pediatric Caregiver | Part-Time Nanny Available

Warwick, RI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Alyssa, and I'm a full-time Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) providing 1:1 ABA support to children ages 2-7. I have extensive experience working with young children, including five years at Hasbro Children's Hospital where I supported medically complex and sick children with patience, safety, and compassion. I...
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Kyra G.'s Photo

Warwick, RI

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$16/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am currently a senior in college pursuing a degree in Elementary Education, with certification spanning birth through sixth grade. I have completed both my birth-to-age-five placement and my elementary placement, gaining hands-on experience in a variety of classroom settings, including working with students with special...
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Bristol, RI

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello my name is Lily! I have 3+ years of child care experience from working at a daycare and local summer camps. I am very artsy and love to do crafts I also love to bake and cook. I am comfortable with all pets and am able to take care of them as well. Some fun facts about me, I have a special needs twin brother, I have a...
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Special Needs Caregivers in Saunderstown, RI are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Leslie H.

She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around.

- Linda W.

Sarah S.

I highly recommend Sahara if you are looking for a nanny in the Providence area! She was easy to communicate and schedule with, and worked...

- Care member

Deborah D.

Wonderful caregiver. Would certainly rehire.

- Thomas K.

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