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Special needs caregivers in Kennebunk, ME

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Sarah B.


Old Orchard Beach, ME

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

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Hey there! My name is Sarah, I'm 27, and I am currently a preschool teacher and BHP at a special needs/developmental preschool. However, due to a multitude of reasons, I'm hoping to branch off into nannying either part time or full time. Over the years I have worked as a babysitter, as a counselor in a youth residential setting,...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Madison S.


Scarborough, ME

$22-30/hr6 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for the past 6 years and have been a summer nanny for the past 4 years. I have also worked in a preschool! I am currently studying to be an occupational therapist and I have experience with children with special needs. I am happy to run any errands needed and help with anything around the house! Hope to...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jaqueline S.


Old Orchard Beach, ME

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Trustworthy And Kind Sitter.

Trustworthy, patient and caring. Also pet sit, special needs, and companion care As a teenager, then foster parent. Read, Beach, movies, board games /cards, knitting, being with animals. kind hearted NON SMOKER Patient, listen and understanding.
Jaqueline can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

In my earlier years, I worked with people with disabilities in a variety of ways from - day programming to individuals that were non verbal and/ or suffered a brain injury. I have a magnitude of knowledge and experience beginning in college leading to personal and professional experience. Next, early on in my career, I...
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Jade B.


Somersworth, NH

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Jade

I am a Licensed Nurse who works per diem at a local hospital. I am also a mother to four daughters. I have many years experience taking care of elderly clients in their homes. In addition, I have many years experience caring for children. I worked with a pediatric special needs client for almost two years, and I worked in a...
Jade can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a nurturing childcare provider with four years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development, coupled with my positive experiences in babysitting roles, inspired me to pursue a career as a caregiver. I believe in creating a safe and stimulating environment where...
Alydia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Casey E.


Somersworth, NH

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Supportive And Engaging Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Casey, and I would be thrilled to work with your family. I'm a graduate student at the University of New Hampshire working towards my masters in Occupational Therapy. I have experience working with and supporting children of all ages, and have experience working with children with special needs (primarily...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Sage G.


Somersworth, NH

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Hello!, My name is Sage and I have been caring for children for over 10 years now; I currently work at a special purpose private school for children with disabilities as an education technician/behavioral health professional. Previously, I worked at a human services agency as a case manager for individuals who have developmental...
My experience with those with special needs comes from volunteering and personal experience. I'm a compassionate person who has a lot of patience and love to give! I can meet anyone where they're at and support them there. I would love to learn more about you or your loved one and see if I can make your life a little easier. Be...
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Kimberley W.


Scarborough, ME

$30-47/hr10 yrs exp

Homehealth Professional

I have many years of experience with Parkinson's and dementia. I understand the progression of the neurological disease and Iam comfortable in all stages of the disease .
I'd describe my personality as calm, dependable, patient I started caring for people with special needs in 2019

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as friendly, observant, and outgoing. I'm looking for a consistent job where I am able to bring my 4-month-old daughter with me! I started working with kids 12 years ago as a mother helper and received my red cross babysitting certification. Since then I have cared for many children ranging from...
Isabelle can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
I have 20 years experience between being a nanny, working with special education students, and raising my own 4 children. I worked in the Marshwood school district for 4 years before having my first child. Before Marshwood, I worked at 2 different private schools for children with autism. Last year I cared for a young child with...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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