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Phyllis R K.


Kennebunk, ME

$20/hr10 yrs exp

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My professional career has been focused on the care toward the needs of those with special needs, and intellectual disabilities. Providing someone with the tools and encouragement to take on their own personal challenges is inspiring for me as a caregiver. I look forward to helping you.
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Karen S.


Sanford, ME

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun-loving, Friendly, Responsible and Compassionate

5.0

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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

Sharrie P.

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

Early Education

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Caroline R.


Kennebunkport, ME

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, I have been a full time nanny for a few families who have children with special needs. I also have over a year of experience interning in a special education classroom setting in an elementary school. My future goal is to become a special education teacher which makes me very passionate about helping those with special...
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Carrie B.


Sanford, ME

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am currently looking for a loving family to spend my days with. I am an experienced child care provider who will provide fun, safe, and educational experiences for your child. My background is mostly in Montessori and Reggio based child care centers. I am a mother of three wonderful children. Two are on the autism...
Carrie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Stephanie J.


Sanford, ME

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available M/W/F Mornings. 7am-1pm

I have worked with Autism Society of Maine since 2017 in the summers working with the daycare group. I have also worked one on one with an autistic boy in his home. I have cousins who are autistic, so I am comfortable and familiar with everything that comes along with it. Behavioral issues are not an issue for me. I also have a...
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Jaclyn J.


Alfred, ME

$23-30/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate, Quality, Caregiver

I am a medical assistant that completed a 9 month program at YCCC and decided home care gives me the most flexible work options for my family. I have acute psych experience, I am a certified Direct Support Professional and CRMA- I worked with disabled individuals in a day program designing their daily activities and goals,...
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Lucy C.


Kennebunkport, ME

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Loving Nanny With Special Needs Experience

I started working with kids over 10 years ago both full and part time. I've worked with groups of up to 15 children at a time (some with physical disabilities) while employed as a camp counselor for three seasons. I was a special needs nanny for a young boy on the autism spectrum. I worked along side the parents to improve his...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Caroline, and I just graduated from the University of Vermont with my B. S. in Education. I currently work as a special education teacher in a a specialty program for students with autism. I am originally from the Boston area, and just moved back when I began my job. I have over 6 years of babysitting, teaching and...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I have worked in the public schools as a sub and long term educational technician. I have most of my experience working with children with autism. Two of my own children are on the spectrum.
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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Jessica L.


Biddeford, ME

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hello, I currently work as a coordinator And have been with the for over 7 years. Before that I worked as a and for 6 years worked in a residential facility. I understand the process and time it takes for parents to get the support they need for their child. I enjoy working with special needs children and helping them gain...
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Katelyn S.


Sanford, ME

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

I have experience being a behavioral Health Professional and working with children that have mental and physical disabilities. I'm currently a CNA and CPR/first aid certified. Feel free to message me!
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Anne Q.


Biddeford, ME

$20-26/hr4 yrs exp

Full time OT, looking for per diem caregiver work with focus on seniors or adults with intellectual disabilities.
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Hayley D.


Biddeford, ME

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

I'm currently a teacher at the Margaret Murphy Center for Children in Auburn. I'm responsible for 2 little girls that have autism and other developmental delays. The kids I take care of at school are low-functioning and predominantly non-verbal. I teach them functional life skills using applied behavioral analysis school. I...
Hello! My name is Zoey and I'm a sophomore at the University of New England studying Special Education and Elementary Education. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old with all ages. I have worked as a float teacher in a daycare for the last 3 years with children 6 weeks-5 years of age. Additionally, I have been a...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I used to teach special needs cheerleading and would love to get back into caring for special needs. Happy to answer any questions you may have!
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Gabriela B.


Somersworth, NH

$35-50/hr

Senior Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm from Brazil and I'm 39 years old. I've been living here for 4 years. I have experience helping patients with dementia, Alzheimer's, and children with special needs. I consider myself dedicated, patient, and kind. I also love animals. I'm a Physical Therapist, with a broad range of expertise in various areas of Physical...
Gabriela can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning
5.0
"Gabi is the most compassionate person I know a truly special person ‼️compassionate loving helpful I can’t say enough good about her if she works with your loved one you have an amazing person taking care of your family! Sit down with her and you will be as...

James M.

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Nicole H.


Hollis Center, ME

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing, Happy And Patient Part/ Full Time Caregiver Available

I have been working with children with special needs for the past 5 years. More specifically, I am a certified Speech and Language therapy assistant which has given me so much experience. I find any gains children accomplish extremely rewarding, and love the look on their face when they have achieved something they have been...
5.0
"Nicole deserves 10 stars! We feel like we hit the lottery with her ever since she started working with our sister with Down Syndrome earlier this year. She is kind, patient, creative, outgoing, and an all-around sweetheart. We are so grateful that she chose to work...

Krista D.

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

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kennebunk, ME

Karen S.

5.0

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

- Sharrie P.

Gabriela B.

5.0

Gabi is the most compassionate person I know a truly special person ‼️compassionate loving helpful I can’t say enough good about her if she works with your loved one you have an amazing person taking care of your family! Sit down with her and you will be as impressed as I am🙏❤️ James caregiver to...

- James M.

Nicole H.

5.0

Nicole deserves 10 stars! We feel like we hit the lottery with her ever since she started working with our sister with Down Syndrome earlier this year. She is kind, patient, creative, outgoing, and an all-around sweetheart. We are so grateful that she chose to work with our family!

- Krista D.

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