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Find special needs caregivers in Dover, NH that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Dover, NH

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Dover, NH

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Gabriela B.


Somersworth, NH

$40/hr4 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience with children with special needs and I worked with children after my graduation. . I have my own car. I am very patient and caring with children. I also love animals.
Gabriela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

I'd describe my personality as patient, reliable, hard worker I like caring for people with special needs because it's fulfilling. I grew up with an uncle who was special needs and always had a desire to work with others like him. I'm looking for a job that I can help others. In my spare time, I like to spend time with my...
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Nadia H.


Durham, NH

$10-20/hr

Occupational Therapy Graduate

My name is Nadia and I recently graduated from the University of New Hampshire with my undergraduate degree in Occupational Science. I am continuing on to receive my masters in Occupational Therapy in September. I love the field I have chosen and am passionate for those with developmental disabilities and other special needs. I...
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Samantha W.


Barrington, NH

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My passion for childcare started from a young g age when a "reward" from my daycare for good behavior was being able to go to younger classrooms and be a helper. With patience, creativity, and a friendly approach, I strive to make a positive impact on their lives. My ECE coursework and experience with special needs children have...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Sarah B.


Durham, NH

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available Starting In September

I am going into my senior year at UNH as an occupational therapy student. I am passionate about helping those who may have different physical and/or mental limitations. When I am not in New Hampshire during the school year, I work back home in Massachusetts as an aide in a nursing home, that specializes in dementia care, and as...
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Casey E.


Somersworth, NH

$20/hr1 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:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Teri P.


Eliot, ME

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Teri and I have been a Nanny/Household manager for over 15+ years. I am looking for a new PT position as we recently relocated from MA to Eliot, ME. I am currently commuting M-W-F to MA and I am hoping to find something closer to our new home to fill in my schedule. I have experience with children of all ages, as well...
Teri can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Teri P.


Eliot, ME

$15/hr10 yrs exp

I am a career Nanny with 15+ years of experience. My most recent position was caring for 2 siblings both autistic. I worked closely with the parents and therapists to ensure they both were growing and developing to their fullest potential. We maintained a very structured scheduled and followed ABA guidelines and programs to...
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Jessica-lee M.


Portsmouth, NH

$22-24/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Please note that I am only available for babysitting jobs currently. Thank you! Hi there! I am a fun-loving, enthusiastic, and experienced nanny. I have worked for multiple families in the Boston area until I moved to Portsmouth 3 years ago. I come highly recommended by these families as I am experienced in caring for children...
Jessica-lee can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
" Jessica is not just a nanny/babysitter to our family but she has become our dearest family friend. She started to care for my son when he was 2 years old. She was a firm but gentle presence especially with an active boy. She would regularly share photos and...

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Janelle D.


Kittery, ME

$21-25/hr1 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Mother of 3, high school basketball coach, special needs experience from 1-18 years of age. Fit, fun and confident with all ages!
Janelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Janelle was a fantastic nanny for our 21 month old daughter. She was punctual, attentive, and brought positive energy with her during her visits. I would gladly hire her again and any family would be lucky to work with her. "

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Sarah B.


Newmarket, NH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love kids of all ages, I tend to prefer groups of kids to be in similar ages. At the same time toddler and infants are some of my favorite ages to work with and I enjoy those ages very much. Engaging and creative. I enjoy playing outside with kids, teaching crafts, and teaching them new skills and vocabulary. I have worked...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sarah was very sweet and did a great job taking care of our 14 month old daughter."

Dominic S.

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Maggie C.


Greenland, NH

$19-28/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have a passion for working with children and have had the opportunity to care for them for the last 10 years. Over the last decade I have cared for families as both a nanny, regular babysitter, as well as a one time babysitter. I have experience with children from all ages as well as multiples and children with special needs.
Maggie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Alexys Z.


Rye, NH

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Are you looking for a sitter who's experienced, reliable, and fun? You've come to the right profile! Hello, my name is Alexys and I have been working with children for over 10 years from 4 weeks to 15 years old. I also have a lot of experience with special needs children. I have my own transportation to travel back and forth as...
Alexys can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"You will instantly feel comfortable with Alexys like you have known her for years. She is very friendly and nice to chat with and the kids love her."

Julianne B.

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Donna H.


Raymond, NH

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I grew up with a brother that was special needs and was always hands on with his care and exercises. My brother suffers from a muscle disorder that has him wheelchair bound, and needs to be fed, clothed, assisted with dressing, bathing and toileting. I have always had a passion for taking care of people, of all ages. I have in...
5.0
"Very caring for my brother, who was wheelchair bound, on trach and vent, could only communicate with his eyes. She let him explore the world to the best of his abilities, worked hard to understand him with his letter board, even on his difficult days, and generally...

Susan C.

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Katelyn S.


Sanford, ME

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years of experience with children from newborn to teenager. I have 10 nieces and nephews, so I've had allot of experience with children. I'm also CPR and first aid certified. I have worked with special needs children in the past and am a certified behavioral health Professional, I currently work as a CNA at Maine Med....
Katelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

Early Education

First Aid

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Sandra L.


Rochester, NH

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

I have been working with Autistic children in the Ellis School for 8 years. I work with troubled and challenging teen through ISN and being a Foster parent and I also provide respite.
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Karen S.


Sanford, ME

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun-loving, Friendly, Responsible and Compassionate

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I started babysitting at 13 for the neighborhood children. I had three or four families that I sat for on a regular basis, and I loved the children as much as they loved me. Unfortunately, as children do, they grew too old to be needing a sitter, though I still see them occasionally. While I am most comfortable with four or less...
Karen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Loved to do crafts with the kids. Great with reading books to our kids."

Sharrie P.

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Allie M.


Rochester, NH

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

Allie M.

Hello Everyone! My name is Allie and I am employed with First Student Inc. I have a son who is 1 and 1/2. I also offer senior care, pet care and limited housework. I am CPR certified and have experience with special needs children. My schedule is pretty flexible and I am open to working out a plan!
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Stephanie T.


Wells, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

About me I am a Mother and Aunt to many multiples (5) sets of twins so lots of experience with children from premie to young adults with special needs I have worked in the medical field for over 30 years with 3 of those years on woman's , children's pediatric units I have my BLS /CPR and current on all vaccine .
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dover, NH

Jessica-lee M.

5.0

Jessica is not just a nanny/babysitter to our family but she has become our dearest family friend. She started to care for my son when he was 2 years old. She was a firm but gentle presence especially with an active boy. She would regularly share photos and updates and was very quick to respond to...

- Care member

Janelle D.

5.0

Janelle was a fantastic nanny for our 21 month old daughter. She was punctual, attentive, and brought positive energy with her during her visits. I would gladly hire her again and any family would be lucky to work with her.

- Care member

Sarah B.

5.0

Sarah was very sweet and did a great job taking care of our 14 month old daughter.

- Dominic S.

Alexys Z.

5.0

You will instantly feel comfortable with Alexys like you have known her for years. She is very friendly and nice to chat with and the kids love her.

- Julianne B.

Donna H.

5.0

Donna helped care for my husband who had ALS. She is a knowledgeable and competent caregiver. She is also passionate and compassionate. She not only cared for and supported my husband but cared for me as well. She has a smile and positive attitude that lights up your day.

- Kim B.

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