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Krystyna E.


Jay, ME

$25/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 while I'm in the interim of finding FT work as I recently had a lay off at my company. 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...
Krystyna can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Beth took care of our 3 kids, ages newborn through 4, over a span of 2 years. She was practically a member of our family. She took great care of our kids, doing activities with them, and loving on them, while keeping a very tidy house. I recommend Beth without...

Singyour W.

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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, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Kelly was absolutely fantastic with my twin girls. she cared for them a couple times a week for about 5 months. The only reason she doesn't anymore is due to making the decision for me to be a stay at home mom. She was always on time and communicated very well, I...

Ally N.

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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 9 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: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Cassandra to watch our 2 year old daughter and she is PERFECT! She has spent the whole week with our little, and I couldn't ask for more. She is on time, professional, has really bonded with our daughter, actively engages her in games/outdoor...

Monica C.

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


Buckfield, ME

$13-20/hr8 yrs exp

I was a BHP in home for 4 years and in schools for 5 years. I love working with autism specifically! I hope I can help you!

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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.

Kelly H.

5.0

Kelly was absolutely fantastic with my twin girls. she cared for them a couple times a week for about 5 months. The only reason she doesn't anymore is due to making the decision for me to be a stay at home mom. She was always on time and communicated very well, I loved getting texts with updates or...

- Ally N.

Cassandra B.

5.0

We hired Cassandra to watch our 2 year old daughter and she is PERFECT! She has spent the whole week with our little, and I couldn't ask for more. She is on time, professional, has really bonded with our daughter, actively engages her in games/outdoor activities/story time, preps meals for her,...

- Monica C.

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