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Casey W.

Fun And Creative Sitter!

Providence, RI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
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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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Qualified And Dependable Sitter You Can Trust

North Providence, RI

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I was born and raised in Central Falls. I been working with kids since I was 14 and I absolutely love it. I started by watching my younger sister, and than began babysitting for neighbors, aunts, and even did some volunteer work for after school programs and Hasbro Children's Hospital. Over the last few years I've worked...
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Coming Back To The Playground

Pawtucket, RI

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'm an animal lover, non-smoker and am willing to do light house work. Whether it's a baby, a child with special needs, multiple toddlers, or siblings of varying ages, I feel confident that can provide the kind of service you are looking for. I have spent the majority of my life working with children I was a mother's helper...
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I Am Here To Make Your Day A Little Brighter

Johnston, RI

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$30/hr
25 years experience
Nationally certified Medical assistant+ Home Health Aid. 25 yrs of categiving experience with children, young adults and elderly. Will send current BCI, motor vehicle report upon request
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Blackstone, MA

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$25/hr
Hello! My name is Emily and I am a new graduate occupational therapist looking for part-time, temporary work while I study for my boards exam. I have 5 years experience working in the Recreational Department of both a nursing home and an assisted living facility. I have worked as a Physical Therapy Aide in an outpatient clinic...
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Here To Help!

Lincoln, RI

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Emily S, I am currently a first year nursing student at curry college and absolutely love to help others! I have had my certified nursing assistant and home health aide licenses for almost 2 years and have had 8 years of experience in a daycare setting. The daycare setting provided me with several learning...
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Babysitter

Chepachet, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
I used to live in Lincoln for 25 years and had my own home daycare there for 23 yrs caring for children birth to teens. I very much love being with children of all ages. Later as my children grew, I became a licensed special needs foster mom for 8 children working with Tannerhill. I am now 58 and have a 4 and 5yo granddaughters...
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Cumberland, RI

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Alena. I currently have 7 years worth of experience working with children. The ages range from infancy- 5 years old, including working with children with special needs. Im currently enrolled and getting my associates in Early Childhood Education. I also am CPR certified! I am compassionate, reliable,...
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Fun, Friendly, And Experienced Sitter/Nanny

Lincoln, RI

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have been a sitter to family, friends, and clients alike for around 20 years. I have cared for both animals and children. I have experience working with children from infancy to preteen. I have nannied part time before, and have sat for multiple children at a time. I have experience working with a child with ADHD/ODD as well...
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Experienced First Aid/CPR/AED Certified Caregiver

Woonsocket, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
Hello fellow parents. My name is Bethany. I am 32 years old, married, and have an amazing 3-year-old son. I am originally born and raised in Woonsocket, RI but have only recently returned after spending the past 2 1/2 years in North Carolina. While it was nice living closer to my husband's family and getting to learn a different...
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Blackstone, MA

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$16/hr
I'm an eager friendly young lady eager to learn new thing in the healthcare industry. I have some experience with caring for an awesome individual in a wheelchair with her daily needs.
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Harrisville, RI

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$18/hr
16 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have 16 years of experience caring for children, ages 5 to 15. I prioritize the comfort and happiness of every child as if they were my own sibling, reinforcing positive behaviors and good manners. I strictly adhere to routine schedules and maintain a clean, secure environment. I am trained in CPR/First Aid. I have experience...
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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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Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Lincoln, RI

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hello, I am Crystal and I am 28 years old. I have experience as a Behavioral Specialist, special education teacher assistant and have been a PASS/Respite worker. I also am the coach of an inclusive baseball team. I have worked 1:1 with children and adults. I have experience working with children and adults who have ADHD, ADD,...
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Speech Pathologist

Providence, RI

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Hello. I am a Speech Pathologist who works at an elementary school. I am off for the summer and would be happy to provide speech therapy to your child. Please contact me with any questions.
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Part-Time Caregiver With A Masters In Occupational Therapy

Providence, RI

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
Hi! My name is Annie and I am a newly graduated occupational therapist! I will be moving to Massachussetts in July but I am looking to do some part-time babysitting until then! I love kids and have experience with toddlers up to young adults. I have worked with a variety of young people with special needs including cerebral...
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Loving Caregiver

Providence, RI

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$22/hr
10 years experience
ABOUT ME: Hi, I'm Michelle 57 yrs young, single & looking to become part of a family (long-term) who is seeking a loving Caregiver who is responsible, goes above and beyond, reliable with an upbeat personality. Someone that is experienced, caring, loving, fun, nurturing & happy/positive by nature. If this is you, please read on....
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Reliable Caring PCA

Cranston, RI

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
personal care
respite 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...
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Pawtucket, RI

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I'm Madison, I am 24 years old and have my own reliable transportation. I grew up around many people on the spectrum and am very sensitive to their varying needs. I love caring for people, and spending time with people is just another way to help meet their needs. I worked with a deaf 7-year-old boy who has behavioral...
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Pawtucket, RI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Marissa, I am 26 years old and I've been working with children for 14 years. I am currently a paraprofessional at an elementary school in a special needs classroom but I'm studying towards my degree in elementary and special education. I love children of all ages and I am excited to work with you and your family!
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