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Kelsey M.


Portland, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, Babysitter, Pet-Care, Homework Help & Tutoring

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As the oldest of seven children, I have extensive experience in caring for children of all ages from infants to teens. Additionally, I have been working as a private babysitter and nanny for the last 14 years. I am also experienced in caring for multiple children at once and children with special needs such as Autism Spectrum...
Kelsey can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Bonnie T.


Westbrook, ME

$10-20/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

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there! My name is Madison, and I've been sitting for the past decade. I have worked both privately and as an associate teacher at a daycare for infant-to-preschool aged children. I am Red Cross certified in babysitting, First Aid, and CPR, and I have an excellent driving record. I have been employed consistently since I...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

I have worked with children and adults with disabilities for about 6 years, 2-3 years licensed as a BHP. I have worked/assisted with many different things and I'm always willing to learn anything new along with the specific needs of a client.
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Allie V.


South Portland, ME

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Allie and I have been passionate about child care for over 8 years. I have worked as a Leader in a daycare. I have nannied for children with special needs. I am trustworthy, reliable, patient, compassionate snd willing to help with light housekeeping, transportation, arts and crafts and fun outside activities...
Allie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kelly H.


Lisbon Falls, ME

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Caring, Experienced Nanny

I have 15+ years of experience working with children from newborn to 12 years old, both in centers and caring for children at home. I have experience with medical special needs (I am also a CNA), behavioral special needs, and developmental delays. I can help with childcare and household management needs. I love getting to be one...
Kelly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

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Christy R.


Portland, ME

$22-23/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Elementary Teacher And Nanny!

Hi there! My name is Christy. I am Licensed Elementary and Moderate Disabilities public school teacher. 9 years nanny experience and 3 years teaching experience (with and without disabilities). I am from the Boston area and have just relocated to Portland, Maine. Looking for PT/Summer childcare work before entering the Maine...
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Danielle H.


Gray, ME

$20-25/hr

Nurturing Nanny And Loving Mentor

I'm a caring and considerate individual with a passion for making a positive impact. Whether it's nurturing creativity, guiding growth, or ensuring safety and happiness, I approach every aspect of childcare with patience and empathy. With a comfort level of caring for up to 3 or 4 children at a time, I'm prepared to manage a...
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Joce L.


Portland, ME

$10-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Jocelyn. I'm 20 years old, and I'm a student at Roger Williams University studying psychology and visual art. I'm a perfect fit for your child if they're interested in arts and crafts, music, writing, or creative expression. As someone who knows psychology from an educational standpoint and from personal...
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Nyanen D.


Portland, ME

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

I love spending time with children of all ages, and have caregiving experience both in homes and with after-school organizations. With Middletown Urban Gardeners at Wesleyan, I helped build a community garden with local elementary schoolers, with the Art Department I supported young adults with special needs in arts+crafts, and...
Nyanen can also help with: Craft assistance
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Caitlin H.


Portland, ME

$15-50/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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Linnaea M.


Westbrook, ME

$23-28/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am fortunate to say that I have lived in Maine my whole life. I love all things outdoors & spending time with my favorite people. Another passion of mine for as long as I can remember, is caregiving. From a very young age, I always found myself drawn to little ones. They have always brought out the best in me and having the...
Linnaea can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Carla S.


Portland, ME

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher/ Behavioral Strategist

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently am employed at a local elementary school and am a Special Education Teacher/Behavioral Strategist. I am very familiar with ABA and teaching students functional life skills/activities of daily living. I live in Portland with my husband and Goldendoodle; we love good food and good coffee. We love to travel and also,...
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Mary Kate F.


Portland, ME

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

A Little About Me...

I am looking for weekend night babysitting jobs! Hi there! I am a caring, fun, and reliable professional seeking a part to full-time nannying job. I am 32 years old, in grad school, and am a former English teacher. I have trained insight on child and adolescent development and have also worked as a personal care attendant for a...
Mary Kate can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kendall D.


Portland, ME

$15-20/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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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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Corinne W.


Westbrook, ME

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

- Only currently available for weeknight and weekend services - Hi there! My name is Corinne! I am in the Westbrook/Portland ME area. I currently work for SMHC as an inpatient behavioral therapist. I graduated from Lesley University with my master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Music Therapy. I have been...
Corinne can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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"Very easy to communicate with, showed up on time and was super sweet with our 20 month old son. This was our first time using care.com for an out of town wedding and we felt very safe with Corrine. She even sent updates throughout the evening. Would 100% have her...

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Lily P.


Portland, ME

$10-25/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter Either Part-Time Or Full-Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lily. Currently I am a Senior nursing student at UVM and going to graduate school to study Midwifery. I have been working with children since 2007 as a babysitter and as a camp counselor for a local day camp. While at the camp, I had groups with ages ranging from 5-13 years old. I was in charge of organizing...
Lily can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Sam R.


Portland, ME

$10-15/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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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