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Victoria D.

West Warwick, RI

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$23/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Victoria, I'm 28 years old, and I reside in West Warwick, RI. I have 2 years of paid experience with children who have developmental disabilities and 1 year of paid respite care experience with adults, but around 5 years of volunteer work at Seven Hills in Milford, MA. I am COVID-19 vaccinated also CPR/First...
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Newport, RI

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
errands
I have experience working with the elderly for over 5 years as I was a direct support staff at a day program for adults with special needs, who were also elderly. I'm highly empathetic and caring, and I want clients to be comfortable and safe. I'm also a good listener and pay attention to the needs of others and am a great...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

Ashaway, RI

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Over the years caring for others has been my passion. I love to make a difference and to always be there to help! Before obtaining my CNA I was working with prospectives, which was a very rewarding job and the reason I went for my CNA certification!
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Experienced Childcare Provider

East Greenwich, RI

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Mom of 2 young adults with 25 years experience in childcare, This includes full and part time care, including long term care serving as a nanny to 2 families before having my own children. Since starting my family I have cared for several children in my home over the years, many from infancy. Currently I am helping families in...
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Newport, RI

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Hi, my name is Paris. I'm a 23-year-old college graduate. I am very friendly, patient , and kind - I have taken care of children with autism before & would love to talk to you more about your situation and see if we would be a good fit!
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Warwick, RI

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$18/hr
3 years experience
I've worked for perspectives corporation on and off for about 3 years, working with adults that have disabilities became something I love doing. I love being able to make a difference in someone's life
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2015 Summer Vacation Care

East Greenwich, RI

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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
HelIo! My name is Robyn. I am 62 years young and love working with families and children! I majored in elementary/minor in special education. Now living in East Greenwich, RI. I've worked with a Care. com family for 7 years in Gettysburg, PA. I've worked as a Director of Day Program for adults with disabilities. I've been a...
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Registered Behavior Technician

Coventry, RI

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Over the past year I have worked as a Registered Behavior Technician with children of varying ages. I excel at maintaining child safety, promoting a fun and accepting environment, and teaching necessary life skills. Anyone who I have worked for/with can see that I make it my mission to bring 100% enthusiasm and love to my job...
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North Kingstown, RI

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Former lead preschool teacher, have taught elementary special education, experienced with children on the spectrum and ABA.
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Newport, RI

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hi, I am Emma. I am a sophomore at University. I am a psychology major with a minor in special education and applied behavioral analysis. I have knowledge in Special needs. I have worked with a student in 1st grade before who has autism and is nonverbal. I felt comfortable working with him and helping him with his assistive...
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Warwick, RI

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hello. My name is Erica and I am a 5th year special education teacher in attleboro specializing in children with autism.
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Coventry, RI

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$20/hr
Transportation
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I grow up a brother special needs. I spent many years around children with disabilities and Special Olympics. I later went on to work at perspectives for 15 years taking care of adults with disabilities after I had an adult with disability living with me for six years I also took care of a 91-year-old woman with dementia living...
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Newport, RI

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! I'm Rowan, and caregiving has always been a big part of who I am. Growing up with a twin brother on the autism spectrum taught me the value of patience, understanding, and celebrating everyone's unique abilities. That experience inspired me to pursue a degree in Social Work, where I've continued learning how to support and...
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West Greenwich, RI

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$10/hr
9 years experience
Hello! My name is Hannah and I am a student in a University, School of Engineering. I am a very patient, loving, energetic, and reliable caregiver who would love to work with you and your family to ensure that your family's needs are completely met. I have over 6 years of experience with kids between the ages of 2 and 12 as...
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Full Time Nanny With Some Extra Free Time

Warwick, RI

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hello, my name is Jasmine, i m 24, and i m a full time nanny. I m looking for some extra hours when i m not with the kids. My availability is late morning, late nights, and weekends. I worked for the company "Community Living of RI" as a direct support professional in Warwick for a year. I worked daily with a young woman with...
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North Kingstown, RI

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Respite care
hospice services
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Christina , I currently work as a CNA with many different home based clients of all ages. I am also a. professional babysitter who specializes in special needs care. I look forward to hearing back from you.
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Ashaway, RI

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Amber. I became an aunt at 10 years old & raised my niece for 3 years, until I was 13. I have 3 children of my own, 5, 6&7. I have my own transportation. CPR certified & mental health first aid. I'm comfortable with special needs, I had a sister who couldn't walk, talk or eat regularly so I have experienced...
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Compassionate Caregiver With 4+ Years Of Special Needs Experience

West Warwick, RI

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Compassionate Caregiver with 4+ Years of Special Needs Experience Hi! I'm Jennifer, and I have over 4 years of experience working with individuals with special needs, from children to seniors. My background in special education has given me the skills to provide personalized care, ensuring each person receives the support they...
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Direct Support Professionals

Warwick, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I worked for perspectives Corporation for 8 years. Took care of household life, diabetic. The clients consisted down Syndrome, mental illness,.
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West Warwick, RI

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Allie Iannotti and I'm currently a full time student at Johnson & Wales University. I am currently studying health science and will applying for the accelerated OTD program; I also play collegiate softball. I have years of experience with the special needs and disabled population, and am currently working with...
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