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Jennifer B.

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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College Educated In Special Needs

Warwick, RI

5.0(0)
from
$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 Available

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
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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Part-Time Babysitter

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
carpooling
+ 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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Hi!

Portsmouth, RI

5.0(1)
from
$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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North Kingstown, RI

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
travel
Hi! I am an early-retired RN who has returned to her roots providing safe, developmentally focused and fun child care! I have 30 plus years in nursing that led me into administration and life-span healthcare, but my first love has always been caring for and having fun with children of all sizes and abilities. I've done...

Jules H. says "Terri started with our family when my son was 6 weeks old. He had colic so he was a difficult baby. She has always been so cheerful and calm around him and...

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Caring And Experienced With A Masters Degree In Communication Disorders Looking To Care For Others

Pawcatuck, CT

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a licensed and certified Speech/language Pathologist seeking work outside of the classroom. I have 4 years experience with Developmentally Delayed adults and 26 years with children (ages 3-18), with a variety of diagnoses, in a local public school system. I have had a background check in the past I order to work for a...
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Super Nanny For Hire

Westerly, RI

5.0(1)
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$14/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
For over 15 years, I've cultivated my passion for childcare through various roles, including babysitting. I am motivated by fostering children's growth and development, and I want to positively impact their lives. I am patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I communicate with parents through updates via text or in person at...

Sarah A. says "Shannon has an upbeat personality, is extremely engaged and educational with children, always had something fun in mind and is very flexible. Any family...

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Ready For All Tutor, Child, And Pet Needs!

North Kingstown, RI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
Hi I'm Abigail! I'm a very energetic and outgoing person in between career jobs looking to be your go to for tutoring, child care, pet sitting, etc. I have a MS degree with tutoring experience, have been babysitting since I was 16, have working with kids with special needs, and love animals! For the last year, I have been...

Care Member says "Abigail was communicative, patient, fearless, and very kind. "

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Part-time Caregiver

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Portsmouth, RI

from
$15/hr
Light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as kind, imaginative, and trustworthy. I like working with kids because I enjoy being a mentor. I'm looking for a job that will give me more experience, preferably with special needs individuals I started working with kids when I was in middle school. In my spare time, I like to act, listen to...
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Full-time Nanny/care-giver

Newport, RI

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I graduated from Keene State College. My work with children includes full-time teaching, nannying, babysitting, camp counseling, dance instruction, one-on-one work with students with special needs, work with at-risk youth, and youth development volunteer programs. I am dedicated, driven, and passionate when it comes to engaging...
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Master's In Child Dev With 20+ Yrs Experience

Newport, RI

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
For the past 20 plus years I have been working with young children (both with special needs and typically developing) and their families in a variety of settings and roles. I have experience as a lead teacher in an infant and toddler classroom, as a developmental specialist and home visitor with an early intervention program,...
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Coventry, RI

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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have always loved working with children. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I have worked in a school with children with special needs. I was a nanny for 3 years and enjoyed it very much. I am CPR first aid certified. I also have my HHA certificate looking forward to chatting thanks Athena
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Caregiver With Special Needs Experience, Flexible Schedule

Coventry, RI

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Bradford, RI

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have worked in a preschool/daycare for the last 2 years. I'm also a mother to an amazing 11-year-old little boy who is special needs.
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North Kingstown, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
travel
I have been working with children for 10 years now. I went from babysitting/nannying to daycare to now working in the school system part time as a physical therapist assistant. I have experience with special needs children and medically compromised. I am hoping to find part time hours throughout the week.
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Portsmouth, RI

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have many years of childcare experience. I've been hired by 40+ families on this site. I have excellent references. I've been called Mary Poppins because of the bags of activities I bring with me. I do date nights/temporary care while you're visiting the area. Background check done through the Portsmouth Police Dept... CPR-AED...
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Responsible Adult, Looking To Work Per Diem For Local Families.

West Greenwich, RI

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have been babysitting since I was 10 years old, both paid and unpaid. I am consistently around & babysitting my nieces and nephews of all ages. I currently work part time as an LPN (Nurse) at a primary care office. But previously worked as a nurse at a pediatrics Drs. office. I also work part/full time as a wedding/family...
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East Greenwich, RI

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Experienced childcare provider. Retired nonprofit executive ready to return to my first love "child care." Willing to support family needs and provide safe, fun, and educational care. I have experience as a before and afterschool director. I've worked one on one with a special needs child for 8 years during all out of school...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.60/hr as of January 2026

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

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

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

Kiah M.

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...

- Joni C.

Kim R.

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...

- Sierra S.

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