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Krystyna E.


Jay, ME

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

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Hello, my name is Krystyna. I am currently looking to help a families part time, I have nannied off and on since high school, helping many families over the years. I have nannied for families with one child, and up to three children a time. I have experience with children with special needs as well. I was a collegiate swimmer...
Krystyna can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Brittany D.


Jay, ME

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

I've Taken Two Years Of A Early Program Multiple Cooking Classes And The CPR Seminar Twice.

I am 20 years old, Engaged mommy to be. I've taken two years of early childhood education. Several special needs redecorating and helping classes. I think I'm very Adaptable to new schedules and routines!
Brittany can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Beth B.


Leeds, ME

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Provider

5.0

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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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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
"Trudy is an exceptional caregiver. She worked with my non-verbal, autistic nephew for two years in his group home in Portland. He felt safe and he trusted her which is very important. She was able to relate to him, communicate with him and help him live a better...

Cathy C.

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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Beth became like family to us. She is kind, patient, creative, hard working, and honest. Definitely a God send to any family lucky enough to have her."

Rikki W.

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Cassandra B.


Readfield, ME

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Dependable Babysitter With Over 15 Years Of Experience Caring For Kids Of All Ages

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

My babysitting strengths include: -Building awesome blanket forts -Dropping everything for a spontaneous dance party -Enjoying the outdoors (especially summer swimming!) -Encouraging creativity -Managing kids busy schedules, keeping things organized but fun! -Loving family pets (scared of snakes though!) On a more serious note,...
Cassandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Cassandra is AMAZING. My baby boy has come leaps and bounds since she started working with us. She does a ton of playtime and work with him and is so nice! She always has an open line of communication with you and is just generally so great with kids. My son was a...

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Hi! I have experience caring for autistic youth as young as 1-year-old. I can provide positive behavior support and care.
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Victoria L.


Turner, ME

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I come with over 10+ years of experiencing working with kids in various backgrounds from previous nannying, summer camps, to working 1:1 as a BHP in private and public schools. I have worked with children from infancy to teenagers. I have extensive training for children with special needs. This includes children with ASD,...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hello my name is Jen! I offer residential, turn cleans & small commercial property cleaning services! I also offer errands, transportation, in home child/senior & pet care! I determined a long time ago that the career I chose had to include helping others! I'd be more than happy to discuss details and answer any questions you...
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Jada L.


Buckfield, ME

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Summer Childcare

Hi there, my name is Jada and I am a mother and graduate student looking to provide childcare for the summer months. I have my CRHC and hold a bachelors degree in elementary education. I have experience working with children of all ages and have taught pre-k and first grade. I am currently in graduate school at USM and studying...
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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Jay, ME

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.

Beth B.

5.0

Beth is simply the best nanny we've ever had! She is knowledgeable, dependable, kind and fun. Our two kids aged 2 and 6 have had Beth through the pandemic and this was critical for us both to work from home and the kids to have a trusted care taker and be able to attend remote school at the same...

- Igor K.

Cassandra B.

5.0

Cassandra has a cheerful, calming, and kind presence that our 4 month old twins warmed to instantly. She helped us fill in a childcare gap before daycare started and we couldn't have asked for a better nanny. Even though baby twins can be a lot for many people, she fed, played, and most importantly...

- Care member

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