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Cassandra P.


Scarborough, ME

$17-22/hr • 8 yrs exp

Recent Medical Graduate, Lover Of Outdoors

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I'm graduating medical school this spring and seeking short-term job opportunities before I begin family medicine residency. I have several years of child care experience prior to medical school, as well as 3 years working at Boston Children's Hospital. I have also taught swim lessons to children of all ages and children with...
Cassandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Pam B.


Milton, NH

$8-50/hr • 20 yrs exp

Special Ed./ Elder Care

I'd describe my personality as Heartfelt, kind, and knowledgeable I like caring for people with special needs because I'm looking for a job that assists parents of ASD kids within the home. Maybe some respite time for parents. Assist with doctor appts with their child. I started caring for people with special needs 25...
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Jade B.


Somersworth, NH

$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Jade

I am a Licensed Nurse who works per diem at a local hospital. I am also a mother to four daughters. I have many years experience taking care of elderly clients in their homes. In addition, I have many years experience caring for children. I worked with a pediatric special needs client for almost two years, and I worked in a...
Jade can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Amasian C.


Ogunquit, ME

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Amasian, I have a passion for taking care of children. I am creative, supportive, and very communicative. I have experience in working with ages from as early as newborn to 13 years old, multiple kids at once, children with special needs, and experience in a daycare setting. I am CPR, first-aid, and EEC...
I've worked with children in a variety of settings. I have babysat kids around my neighborhood for around 5(ish) years now. I also previously worked as a counselor in training at a farm camp in Shelburne, VT. I currently work at an elementary school after school program through the Essex Junction Recreational department, EJRP. I...
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Kimberley W.


Scarborough, ME

$30-47/hr • 10 yrs exp

Homehealth Professional

I have many years of experience with Parkinson's and dementia. I understand the progression of the neurological disease and Iam comfortable in all stages of the disease .
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Mia C.


Saco, ME

$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

Science And Outdoors Lover

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I am an outdoor educator at The Ecology School in Saco, Maine, and I'm currently looking for some work during our off-season. I'm currently studying to be a high school science teacher and I love getting kids excited about science. I've been through the whole rigorous college prep school to top University pipeline (I attened...
Mia can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Casey E.


Somersworth, NH

$20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Supportive And Engaging Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Casey, and I would be thrilled to work with your family. I'm a graduate student at the University of New Hampshire working towards my masters in Occupational Therapy. I have experience working with and supporting children of all ages, and have experience working with children with special needs (primarily...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

In my earlier years, I worked with people with disabilities in a variety of ways from - day programming to individuals that were non verbal and/ or suffered a brain injury. I have a magnitude of knowledge and experience beginning in college leading to personal and professional experience. Next, early on in my career, I...
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Mattea L.


Farmington, NH

$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi! My names Mattea I worked through a company as a Direct Support Provider for a few years! I fell in love with the job and loved getting to help others! I worked with mostly Adults who had developmental disabilities! I am also a Licensed Nursing Assistant and used these skills to preform this job as well! I also have my CPR...
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Lindsey P.


Farmington, NH

$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hi my name is Lindsey. I am 24 and I have my degree in Bio/pre-medical sciences. I am currently studying to become a pharmaceutical sales rep and work as a nurse in an animal hospital. I have had much experience babysitting for children of all ages, ranging from a few weeks old to 16 years. In the past I have worked with...
Lindsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Destiny C.


South Berwick, ME

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

About Me

I have 3 years experience of taking care of a boy with autism/epilepsy. He is mostly non verbal. I'm very patient and knowledgeable in the autism area!
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Jade B.


Somersworth, NH

$25-40/hr • 2 yrs exp

Private Duty Nurse

I currently work as a private duty Licensed Nurse and I would like to offer my services here as well. I have worked with both the elderly and pediatrics. I have experience with dementia, cognitive disabilities, cerebral palsy, G-tubes, seizure disorders, diabetes, catheter care, colostomies, and more. When I am not working, I...
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Maya G.


Old Orchard Beach, ME

$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp

I am currently a BHP for a nonprofit organization in the state of Maine. i've help my license for three years now and more to come. every year we go through extensive trainings to keep up on our skills. This includes first aid/CPR training, de-escalation training and much more.
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Sage G.


Somersworth, NH

$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello!, My name is Sage and I have been caring for children for over 10 years now; I currently work at a special purpose private school for children with disabilities as an education technician/behavioral health professional. Previously, I worked at a human services agency as a case manager for individuals who have developmental...
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Mary K.


Scarborough, ME

$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kind, Loving, Dependable, And Trustworthy!

I would be happy to provide childcare per the schedule you have outlined. I love children of all ages, especially the early childhood developmental stages. I've had the opportunity to work with children, a variety of ages and needs, including special needs. The last 15 years I've worked in the disability field. I'm very loyal,...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kellyann L.


Scarborough, ME

$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified trauma therapist. I have experience directly with cerebral palsy, downs, autism, cognitive capacity, and, physical impairment. I've worked with children, adults, and seniors. I'm extremely intuitive, and, can anticipate pivot behaviors. I'm kind, lighthearted, and very compassionate. I have a very responsible and...
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Sarah B.


Wells, ME

$25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver & Future Nurse!

Hello!! I'm Sarah, a responsible, energetic, and caring college student with a genuine love for working with children and adults. I'm currently studying nursing at Oklahoma State University with long-term goals and emergency and global health- so keeping others, safe, calm, and care for a second nature to me. Over the years,...
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Barb F.


Old Orchard Beach, ME

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-Time

I am a seasoned worker experienced in the disability/ holistic practitioner field with five years of care giving experience looking for a part-time position as a companion one or two days per week. I am a caring individual who enjoys working with the elderly and children. Schedule is flexible with no Saturdays. In Addition, for...
I have 20 years experience between being a nanny, working with special education students, and raising my own 4 children. I worked in the Marshwood school district for 4 years before having my first child. Before Marshwood, I worked at 2 different private schools for children with autism. Last year I cared for a young child with...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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