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42 special needs caregivers are listed in Auburn, ME

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Auburn, ME

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Dinahmarie B.


Auburn, ME

$20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I originally was employed by an agency that serves individuals with intellectual disabilities, where I gained valuable experience and trainings on various types of disabilities. I am currently working with a young man with mental health issues. I have also been a caregiver to an elderly woman who wanted to pass with dignity in...
5.0
"Dinahmarie is a heart of gold. I observed her caring nature and compassion for the elder in need. She is extremely reliable, dependable, always on time. She will roll up her sleeves and dive right in accomplishing any task at hand!! She knows how to connect with...

Robert F.

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Kailee B.


Auburn, ME

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Experienced Caregiver - Available Immediately

Hello! I have been a nanny/caregiver for nearly 20 years. I have cared for children ranging from newborn-18, young adults, and seniors, with and without mental/physical impairments. I am CPR/first aid certified. If you are interested in speaking, I look forward to hearing from you.
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Shelby S.


Auburn, ME

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available

I am the oldest of 5 children, and all of my younger sibling have ADHD and my 13-year-old sister has childhood bipolar. I also have a 29-year-old cousin who is mentally handicapped and uses sign language. I have worked at daycare with special needs children. I am a very patient person, and love playing outside and doing arts and...
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Nasra M.


Auburn, ME

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello Families!, My name is Nasra. I am a third year nursing student at Saint Joseph's College. I'm passionate about helping children grow and develop, and I believe that every child deserves a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive. I have experience babysitting children of all ages, and I'm comfortable working with...
Nasra can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Dinahmarie B.


Auburn, ME

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Senior Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with a variety of people including seniors within their home environment, private duty, dementia and Alzheimer's aspects of the field. I have many years as a CNA in a hospital setting and a degree in Medical Assisting. I have an extensive background in intellectual disabilities as well as mental health and special...
Dinahmarie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Marytracey J.


New Gloucester, ME

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I Am A Very Reliable, Patient, And Creative Person Who Has Approximately 15 Years Of Experience

Hello my name is Marytracey. I work per diem as a registered respiratory therapist, and truly love to serve. My goal is to make life easy for you. I will take care of your prize possessions and treat them like my own. I am happy to run errands, shop, manage appointment , caretake or be a companion or watchful eye. I will care...
Marytracey can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
5.0
"Mary is a very responsible happy person. She has a great sense of humor and has an enormous amount of compassion for everyone. She is empathetic to people's needs, was hands on with her own parents care. Mary is now a respiratory therapist , she is always helping...

Deborah W.

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Nevaeh S.


New Gloucester, ME

$18/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. My goals as a Nanny or babysitter is to take care of children, help them grow, and watch them have fun! I am willing to do housekeeping that includes light housework, laundry, and meal preparation. If I had to describe myself in five adjectives I...
Nevaeh can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We were in need of a babysitter and Nevaeh was able to work around her schedule to be able to support my family. She was dependable and kept in contact with me throughout the week. She was great with my two young children (meals, diapering, activities and nap...

Kristina T.

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Shannon S.


Lewiston, ME

$19-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! I have worked with many young kids that are able bodied as I like to say. I have the most experience with autism, ADHD, ADD and Down's syndrome. I have worked in a daycare setting as well teaching toddlers and preschool. I have worked for many clients in the greater Boston area and now I am back in Maine! I can't wait to...
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Hope D.


New Gloucester, ME

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Child Care

I have worked with children since high school, babysitting and tutoring. Coming from a large family, there have always been children in my life. I have run summer arts and crafts programs and helped out at sporting camps. I am a certified art educator and currently work as a preschool teacher for children with special needs. I...
Hope can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I'm a childcare provider with 3 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for working with children stems from the natural bond I've always had with them, making me the go-to babysitter for family and friends. As a patient, calm, and friendly individual, I prioritize open communication with parents, using...
Maggie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hello, families! I have experience as a nanny, summer camp counselor, and babysitter. I currently volunteer with DHHS to watch displaced children in the foster care system. I have experience with children with special needs and behavioral challenges. I was a tutor in both high school and college. My day job is as a receptionist...
Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Hello, families! Most of my experience is with children, focused on special needs and behavioral challenges, but I do think many of the gained skills are applicable to care of adults too. I was a camp counselor, nanny, and babysitter. I currently volunteer as a community sitter with DHHS. I would like to gain more experience in...
Isabella can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep
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Randi-anne L.


Greene, ME

$20/hr5 yrs exp

About Randi-Anne

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have always loved working with children and watching them grow and reach new milestones. I love reading, arts and crafts, and spending time outside. Most of my experience is with infants, but I have worked with children of all ages. I have also worked with children with special needs. Working with infants is definitely...
Randi-anne can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I currently work with children in an early intervention preschool setting with special needs. I love working with children and feel that providing early intervention to the children I work with will enable them to live fuller, richer lives.
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Courtney R.


Lewiston, ME

$20-28/hr2 yrs exp

Hi there! If you are looking for a kind and reliable caretaker then I am your girl! I am 22 years old, and I have multiple years of experience working with children on the spectrum. I have done work as a BHP in the past, and I have loved every second of it! I currently live in Maine but I am moving to Sherman Oaks on January...
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Riley H.


Poland, ME

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Riley, an aspiring doula! I have a deep passion for early childhood development, especially the newborns. I have my bachelors in Family & Child Sciences and am in graduate school at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University for Space Operations. I was a foster mom for two special needs children under 4, a preschool...
Riley can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Kelly H.


Leeds, ME

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've always loved children and I used to help my mom babysit and then babysat on my own as a teenager. I have cared for children in my home and theirs. I have also worked at a couple of daycares. I have 2 boys of my own ages 12 and 19. I have experience with newborn to young adults and special needs. I've also cared for twins...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kelly was absolutely fantastic with my twin girls. she cared for them a couple times a week for about 5 months. The only reason she doesn't anymore is due to making the decision for me to be a stay at home mom. She was always on time and communicated very well, I...

Ally N.

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Trudyjune G.


Buckfield, ME

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time/ Part-Time Caregiver Elderly Or Special Needs Children And Adults

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a PSS/CRMA/DSP/CNA safety care certified. First Aid and CPR for adults and children. I have experience in working with adults/elderly and children with MR, Autism, nonverbal, severe MR, cancer, Down syndrome, Alzheimer's, Dementia, Rheumatoid Arthritis and ALS, quadriplegic care and strokes, detox off medications...
5.0
"I am a 38-year-old quadriplegic with no voluntary movement below my chest. Trudy help me with eating, bowel program, bed Bath\ shower, stretching, dressing me, brushing my teeth and many more task. She was punctual and even showed up on her day off when another...

David H.

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Beth B.


Leeds, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny And House Keeping

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have more than 20 yrs experience. I am vaccinated plus booster. I raised 2 sons with my Merchant Marine spouse who was away often. I was an Elem Ed teacher for 15 yrs.( including Special needs for 5 yrs.) I was lucky to care for 2 of 3 kiddos for 2 yrs in their home. I began with their 2 yr old who started preschool once I was...
Beth can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Beth took care of our 3 kids, ages newborn through 4, over a span of 2 years. She was practically a member of our family. She took great care of our kids, doing activities with them, and loving on them, while keeping a very tidy house. I recommend Beth without...

Singyour W.

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Beth B.


Leeds, ME

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Provider

I have worked in the public school system in Maine for almost 5 years with kiddos with special needs. I have worked with kids with developmental delays, cognitive delays, Down's Syndrome, Autism, and Asperger's Syndrome. I have also worked with children who can't walk or take food orally. I can chart bodily functions/and or...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Auburn, ME

Dinahmarie B.

5.0

She was very professional and caring to my father's needs. She was always on time,if she was going to be late she would either text or call. We would still be using Dinah if she were in our area.

- Diane D.

Marytracey J.

5.0

Marytracey is caring, professional, and extremely knowledgeable in her field. We enjoy her friendly personality which has given us a very relaxing feeling. I would highly recommend her services.

- Dottie O.

Nevaeh S.

5.0

We were in need of a babysitter and Nevaeh was able to work around her schedule to be able to support my family. She was dependable and kept in contact with me throughout the week. She was great with my two young children (meals, diapering, activities and nap schedules). If you are in need of...

- Kristina T.

Kelly H.

5.0

Kelly was absolutely fantastic with my twin girls. she cared for them a couple times a week for about 5 months. The only reason she doesn't anymore is due to making the decision for me to be a stay at home mom. She was always on time and communicated very well, I loved getting texts with updates or...

- Ally N.

Trudyjune G.

5.0

She is very caring, reliable person and knows how to make her charge comfortable. She is clean, and professional.

- Arthur S.

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