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Alison M.
Freeport, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a nurse and I work with behavioral/special needs children in my full time job 2 days a week. I also have worked in pediatric nursing for 6 years now and have experience at all ages. I have also been in childcare for 20 years and have a wide range of experience and skills. I have 2 kiddos of my own a 1. 5-year-old and a...
Alison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Gabrielle B.
Brunswick, ME
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a Behavioral Health Professional for children with special needs for over 3 year. I've been a nanny for 4 years. I work in the special education department at a school and have for nearly 3 years.
Gabrielle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Gabrielle is an amazing nanny and person. She is very dedicated to the children and families she works for. She is very kindhearted and absolutely loves children."
Audrey H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a Firefighter/EMT and I reside in Raymond. I have experience working with a range of children as little as 10 weeks to 13 years. I also have experience working with foster children and children with special needs. I also have experience with children with anxiety disorders. Additionally, I have worked with numerous...
Jessie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Although she wasn't always on time she was very dedicated to the job. She is very reliable and has wonderful boundaries and morals to watching little kids. My kids loved her! We only let her go because we finally got off a wait list for a pre-k program in a...
Lindsay B.
I have been babysitting for about 10 years, and have experience with kids ages 6 weeks-13 years old. I have experience with special needs kids. I just left my job at a daycare center in Cumberland where I worked for 3. 5 years and am looking for something new! I started as a floater between ages 6 weeks - 2 years old. Then I...
Claudia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Gabrielle B.
Brunswick, ME
$14-19/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello. I am an ed tec in my school's special education department. I have also worked as a BHP in the past. I don't have a lot of formal training but I'm happy to do what I can.
I have years of experience working with children in a variety of settings to include running my own daycare, providing mental health supports as a BHP and Children's Case Manager, to my current position in education in mainstream schools and Special Ed programs. I am creative, love to support children in their interests and am...
I love caring for kids. Besides being a Nanny I have worked as: a Special Needs Caregiver, Preschool Teacher's Aide, Tutor, Sunday School Teacher, YMCA Jr. Leader, and 24 Hr. Fitness Kid's Club Attendant. These different experiences have led me to become the fun-loving nanny that I am today.
When not working as a Nanny I...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I have experience babysitting children of all ages and all different personalities. I am willing to help run errands and pick up around the house. I have worked with special needs children in school and am fairly comfortable with it. I love to watch children's personalities blossom and understand that it takes some children time...
Nichelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
I have been working with children with special needs for over 15 years. I have worked one on one with a child with Epilepsy and have plenty of experience with children with Autism and Learning Disabilities.
I have a lot of diverse experience working with children of all ages: Jr. Leader for the YMCA, Kid's Club attendant at 24 Hr. Fitness, teaching Sunday school from grades K-5, a nanny, and an after school tutor for public schools. My experience has led to my desire to aid kids with special needs. I'm here to help. Please tell me...
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & 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.
4.9
(19)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I thrive on working with and caring for young children. I have an extensive background in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education and am a certified BHP (Behavior Health Professional). I am a hands-on, nurturing, engaging and caring Nanny with years of experience.
I work with children of all ages and am adept in caring...
Pamela can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Pam was so wonderful with our kids, she always had a book or activity planned and paid attention to our rules and schedules. She was great at easing anxieties the kids may have and settle arguments between siblings. I would definitely recommend Pam!"
Care member
Cora L.
South Portland, ME
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kendra and I graduated from college with a degree in Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies and currently getting my Bachelors in Nursing! I have always been passionate about working with individuals with disabilities. I have experience working with teenagers with autism. I also worked with an individual with a...
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I spent two years working at an art studio / day program for teens and adults with a wide range of developmental and physical disabilities. We helped our clients enhance their lives through art, music, field trips and spending time in the local community while maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Recently I've been...
4.0
"Mike is a hardworking and conscientious man who watches my son after school and school holidays. He is very reliable and enjoys working with kids. "
Josephine P.
Cassandra M.
Portland, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Grad Student With Lots Of Newborn And Childcare Experience!
5.0
(3)
I am a grad student at USM, looking to nanny in my free time! I am a trained midwife, yoga teacher, and postpartum doula. I have a lot of newborn care experience, as well as a range of other ages, and I also have experience working with children with special needs and/or disabilities. I have been babysitting and nannying since I...
Cassandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Cassandra is always happy, positive, fun and creative! Our little one loves spending time with her and they are always doing something exciting together. She makes us feel our daughter is safe and well taken care of when she is with her and we trust Cassandra to...
Alexandra M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am just finishing a position that I have had since September. My client is a spinal cord injured gentleman (quadriplegic). My roll was to cook and feed breakfast, brush his teeth, stretching and movement exercises. Some light household chores. He is moving to another state.
Jessica B.
Portland, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Jess and I am currently working as an adult community case manager for adults with intellectual disabilities and an array of other diagnoses. I have experience with special needs and social work. I have received a degree in psychology and statistics from Stonehill College. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jessica has cared for my three children on several occasions. She has always arrived promptly and my kids are always asking for her back. Great with keeping them entertained. I would definitely recommend her! "
Molly J.
Marytracey J.
New Gloucester, ME
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I Am A Very Reliable, Patient, And Creative Person Who Has Approximately 15 Years Of Experience
5.0
(3)
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
"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.
4.0
(1)
I am passionate about caring for and teaching children with special needs. I am a certified BHP (Behavior Health Professional) with experience working with children in both the home and school settings. In addition, I have provided Nanny services for children with special needs.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Freeport, ME
Gabrielle B.
4.0
Gabrielle has been with my family through the pandemic and through many of our life changes. She is always there to support my children's needs in so many ways. We all love having her with us! Her smile and singing bring joy into our home and her love of the outdoors takes us on many wonderful...
- Sherry S.
Jessie B.
5.0
Although she wasn't always on time she was very dedicated to the job. She is very reliable and has wonderful boundaries and morals to watching little kids. My kids loved her! We only let her go because we finally got off a wait list for a pre-k program in a daycare and could not afford to do both...
- Lindsay B.
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.
Pamela O.
5.0
We have had Pam as our nanny full-time for the past 6 months for our little boy J., who is now almost a year old. Pam is absolutely wonderful with J. She is extremely caring, attentive, patient, and diligent. She plays with him in his playpen, reads to him, plays music, talks with and engages him,...
- Care member
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.
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