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Find special needs caregivers in Kittery, ME that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Kittery, ME

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Kittery, ME

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Maggie C.


Greenland, NH

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Aspiring Occupational Therapist

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I am a second year college student who hopes to become an Occupational Therapist with a focus in pediatrics. After doing a semester long internship at my local elementary school with an Occupational Therapist. I fell in love with the job.
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Chelsea J.


South Berwick, ME

$22-24/hr10 yrs exp

Child-Favorite

My name is Chelsea , I am 22 years old and live in Somersworth, NH. I have 10+ years of childcare experience working with all ages (including children & adults who have special needs). I am currently a full time nanny to 4, but their littlest is going into preschool this September so I am no longer needed full time! So that...
Chelsea can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Nadia H.


Durham, NH

$10-20/hr

Occupational Therapy Graduate

My name is Nadia and I recently graduated from the University of New Hampshire with my undergraduate degree in Occupational Science. I am continuing on to receive my masters in Occupational Therapy in September. I love the field I have chosen and am passionate for those with developmental disabilities and other special needs. I...
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Destiny C.


South Berwick, ME

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

About Me

I have 3 years experience of taking care of a boy with autism/epilepsy. He is mostly non verbal. I'm very patient and knowledgeable in the autism area!
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Alexis Z.


Rye, NH

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced Sitter

Hi there! My name is Alexis and I am 22 and a recent college graduate. I plan on pursuing a career in psychology working with children and adolescents. I started babysitting when I was 13, and have had many opportunities to work with children since then, including interning in a kindergarten classroom and working as a counselor...
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Teri P.


Eliot, ME

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Teri and I have been a Nanny/Household manager for over 15+ years. I am looking for a new PT position as we recently relocated from MA to Eliot, ME. I am currently commuting M-W-F to MA and I am hoping to find something closer to our new home to fill in my schedule. I have experience with children of all ages, as well...
Teri can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Teri P.


Eliot, ME

$15/hr10 yrs exp

I am a career Nanny with 15+ years of experience. My most recent position was caring for 2 siblings both autistic. I worked closely with the parents and therapists to ensure they both were growing and developing to their fullest potential. We maintained a very structured scheduled and followed ABA guidelines and programs to...
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Gabriela B.


Somersworth, NH

$35-50/hr

Senior Care

5.0

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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: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, dementia, errands
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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Sarah D.


Madbury, NH

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Sarah, I live in Madbury and I am 23-years-old. I have experience with childcare from ages 2-14. I'm good with children with behavioral issues and special needs. I have my drivers license and a car. please feel free to contact me and I will get back to you ASAP!
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"What a wonderful child sitter!!! Sarah is an outstanding sitter who cares and loves your children! She engaged my two daughters in games, educational activities, and putting them to bed. The girls always looked forward to Sarah coming to our home. She is...

Angelo V.

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Sarah B.


Newmarket, NH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love kids of all ages, I tend to prefer groups of kids to be in similar ages. At the same time toddler and infants are some of my favorite ages to work with and I enjoy those ages very much. Engaging and creative. I enjoy playing outside with kids, teaching crafts, and teaching them new skills and vocabulary. I have worked...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sarah was very sweet and did a great job taking care of our 14 month old daughter."

Dominic S.

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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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Angie C.


Salisbury, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have a number of years experience caring for special needs adults in their home, at their work place, and in the community. I have always gotten great satisfaction from being a part of making each person's day productive. This could be as simple as feeding one's self to acquire employment in the community.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Andrew and I am Certified Nursing Assistant and have a lot of experience with special needs children. My brother is highly autistic and I have been assisting him with daily living activities since I was young. I have always had a passion for children and assisting people in general with daily living, which is...
Andrew can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Michelle K.


Berwick, ME

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time To Full-Time Caregiver (Nanny/Babysitter)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been dancing for 20 years, and with that came the ability to teach dance classes. I have been teaching dance classes for 10 years, as well as have taught children with special needs for four years. I have worked at an elementary school for a year as a morning and after school teacher. I have also worked in the...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

Hello My name is Andrew and I am a CNA in training, my training will be over at the end of September. I have already completed a few clinicals in the nursing home and enjoy working with elders. I have experience dealing with special needs and autistic individuals. Though bout with adults or elders, my younger brother is highly...
Andrew can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

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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:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I have been a nanny since leaving college, I was going to take a LNA class but didn't want to be in nursing homes during COVID as I live with an at risk family member. I am now vaccinated and in a different living situations and am ready to re-enter the world and offer my helping hand!
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Shannon C.


Hampton, NH

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible, Energetic, Creative Caregiver

Hi, I'm Shannon! I'm a 36-year-old single woman with a career background in early childhood education, dance/movement therapy, healthcare, and retail. I'm between jobs because of the pandemic, and would love to help your family out while utilizing my skill sets. I have a master's degree in Expressive Arts Therapy...
Shannon can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Patricia H.


Dover, NH

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 27 years of hands on experience. I'm a certified medical assistant. I have experience with the developmentally impaired. I'm flexible, dedicated, and friendly.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kittery, ME

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.

Sarah D.

5.0

What a wonderful child sitter!!! Sarah is an outstanding sitter who cares and loves your children! She engaged my two daughters in games, educational activities, and putting them to bed. The girls always looked forward to Sarah coming to our home. She is delightful, punctual, and flexible. All the...

- Angelo V.

Sarah B.

5.0

Sarah was very sweet and did a great job taking care of our 14 month old daughter.

- Dominic S.

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