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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Cumberland Center, ME

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Cumberland Center, ME

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Renata V.


Windham, ME

$24-50/hr3 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as understanding, compassionate, and patient. I love working with children because I love their energy, their curiosity and I love to watch them grow into new developmental skills. I am an ECE student and on my way to becoming a teacher for preschool-6th grade. I have for 2 years worked with...
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Jennifer Z.


Portland, ME

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Warm, Patient, And Energetic Caregiver Looking For Part Time Work!

Warm, patient, and energetic caregiver looking for part time work! With 15 years of experience working with children from infants to pre-teens, and 4 years working with the elderly, I will provide your loved ones with the best care. I am also comfortable caring for children and adults with special needs. As a Registered Nurse, I...
Jennifer can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, companionship, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Chriss S.


Portland, ME

$16-40/hr2 yrs exp

I have cared for infants whose parents aren't confident in how to care for or doesn't have the time a child with special needs. Every person is treated as a different individual, regardless of diagnosis. If communication has proven difficult in the past, finding ways to be with each person isn't a problem for me (I'm pretty...
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Elizabeth Q.


Gray, ME

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

I have a girlfriend with a special needs child that I have interacted with for 15 years. She is going to be 18 soon but, because of her condition, she is developmentally 5 or 6. She has so much to offer and is so smart. I've watched her grow so much, in her own pace, and it is heartwarming to see her expand her horizons with all...
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Jennifer Z.


Portland, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Warm, Patient And Energetic Caregiver Looking For Part Time Work!

Warm, patient, and energetic caregiver looking for part time work! With 15 years of experience working with children from infants to pre-teens, I will provide your loved ones with the best care. I am also comfortable caring for children and adults with special needs. As a Registered Nurse, I have a passion for helping others.
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Rachel W.


Portland, ME

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

About Me

I graduated from university in 2020 with a psychology degree. After that I worked as a registered behavioral technician, working with kids who have autism and other behavioral/developmental disabilities. I worked with kids of ages 2-13. I love working with kids and teaching them new things! :)
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Kendall D.


Portland, ME

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Creative Sitter With Teaching Experience Seeking Full Or Part-time Work!

- 10+ years providing child care (infants, special needs, multiples) - 2+ years as Montessori teaching assistant, sub, after school care (ages 2-13) - CPR and first aid certified - Fluent in French Hello! My name is Kendall and I've been caring for children for 10 years. I started out as an in-class partner/tutor for younger...
Kendall can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Safiya N.


Portland, ME

$16/hr2 yrs exp

A Little About Me...

I am a very outgoing, caring, and organized person. I love working with kids because of their endless curiosity. I enjoy watching children grow into themselves and their resilience is very contagious. I work part-time at a rock climbing gym in Portland, where I teach kids and adults how to climb. In my spare time, I like to rock...
Safiya can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kelly M.


Portland, ME

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as level headed, caring and detail oriented. I like caring for people with special needs because I love helping individuals learn to express themselves and gain independence. In my spare time, I like to crochet, hike and spend time with my pets. My skills include training in behavior...
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Sam R.


Portland, ME

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

After nannying and babysitting for 10 years, I am now finishing my bachelors degree and looking to fill in with occasional days/nights, but open to a regular schedule with the right family. I've cared for newborns to preteens with special needs, and strive to be a good role model for the children I care for. I am well versed in...
Sam can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kelsey C.


Westbrook, ME

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I am Kelsey & I'm 30 years old. I currently have a full time job however I'm looking to boost my income while doing things I enjoy. Pet Care: I currently volunteer with a local rescue. I have years of experience fostering dogs which includes bottle feeding puppies up to caring for senior dogs. I also have experience with...
Kelsey can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

My name is Meridan I have experience working with children of all ages, and all different personalities including special needs. I currently work full time in the mental health field, and am looking for a few extra hours. In the past I have had wonderful sitters and would love to continue to create a strong bond with the...
Meridan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Caitlin H.


Portland, ME

$16-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working in childcare since 2017 in various capacities including as a camp counselor, before and after school caregiver, inpatient pediatric psychiatric technician, special needs preschool education technician, and as a babysitter for local families. I enjoy adapting to each child's needs and special interests and...
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Bonnie T.


Westbrook, ME

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

I have 10 years experience with children with special needs in an elementary school, including autism, cerebral palsy, Down's Syndrome, ID, and other needs. I focus on safety, communication, mobility, and just being a kid. 30+ credits non-matriculated in graduate level special education courses

Savanna S.


Portland, ME

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Patient, Fun, Experienced Nanny - Full-time

5.0

(6)

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

*** Currently not available as I'm working full- time but would be open to one-off babysitting here and there! Apologies, care keeps my profile still visible despite my lack of availability *** Hello there! I am an artist and graduate from Maine College of Art and have been a nanny full-time for over 8 years as well as...
Savanna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We all love Savanna! She has been with our family for over a year and has been reliable, trustworthy, creative, and genuinely invested in our children. Having three children at once can certainly be overwhelming, but Savanna always maintains her patience and is...

Krista B.

I've had great experiences with my previous jobs. I am reliable trust worthy and very caring I like to look out for one another and I enjoy everything I do

Anna N.


Westbrook, ME

$22-25/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi, I have recently graduated from University with a degree in Psychology. I am currently working on my prerequisites to go back to nursing school and looking for a full time nanny position. I'm comfortable taking care of many children, all ages, and pets too (I'm a big animal person)! I have years of experience working with...
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Cora L.


South Portland, ME

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Cora. I am from South Portland, Maine. I'm one of four children in my family and started babysitting when I was 15 years old. I worked at my fathers restaurant for 19 years and learned lots of valuable skills that have helped me in my babysitting. I'm very outgoing, organized, and responsible. I enjoy hiking,...
Cora can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"My kids love Cora! She's come twice to babysit them, and they've asked when she'll come back. Both times, Cora arrived on time, with lots of energy, creativity, and good cheer. She drew a hopscotch on the driveway that literally had 100 boxes on it, because the...

Valerie T.

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Bridget C.


South Portland, ME

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Since high school I have regularly cared for children between the ages of 10 months and 10 years. In college, I volunteered weekly in an aftercare program and a special education classroom for elementary-aged kids, as well as taught therapeutic techniques to 6th graders. I have experience working with special needs and d/Deaf or...
Bridget can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bridget was punctual and did a great job with our 14-month-old son on our date night. She was in great communication when needed. We will definitely hire her again!"

Audra F.

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Jessica L.


Orrs Island, ME

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Fun-Loving Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience

I love caring for kids. Besides being a Nanny I have worked as: a Special Needs Caregiver, Preschool Teacher, Sunday School Teacher Jr. Leader, and 24 Hr. Fitness Kid's Club Attendant. These different experiences have led me to become the cheerful and calming nanny that I am today. When not working as a Nanny I foster and...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Jessica was the nanny of our baby girl for the last two years--she was dependable, trustworthy, and loving, all the qualities we had hoped for in someone looking after our precious child. She was fun yet firm, helping our daughter learn while allowing her to enjoy...

Stacey W.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cumberland Center, ME

Savanna S.

5.0

We all love Savanna! She has been with our family for over a year and has been reliable, trustworthy, creative, and genuinely invested in our children. Having three children at once can certainly be overwhelming, but Savanna always maintains her patience and is excellent about redirecting or...

- Krista B.

Cora L.

5.0

My kids love Cora! She's come twice to babysit them, and they've asked when she'll come back. Both times, Cora arrived on time, with lots of energy, creativity, and good cheer. She drew a hopscotch on the driveway that literally had 100 boxes on it, because the kids were having so much fun. We'll...

- Valerie T.

Bridget C.

5.0

Bridget was punctual and did a great job with our 14-month-old son on our date night. She was in great communication when needed. We will definitely hire her again!

- Audra F.

Jessica L.

5.0

Jessica was the nanny of our baby girl for the last two years--she was dependable, trustworthy, and loving, all the qualities we had hoped for in someone looking after our precious child. She was fun yet firm, helping our daughter learn while allowing her to enjoy comfort, safety, and consistency....

- Stacey W.

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