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We have 30 special needs caregivers in Leeds, ME! Compare and hire the best special needs caregiver to fit your needs.
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Find special needs caregivers in Leeds, ME that you’ll love
30 special needs caregivers are listed in Leeds, ME
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years
Special needs caregivers in Leeds, ME
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
(3)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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...
Igor K.
Kelly H.
Leeds, ME
$25/hr • 10 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Julissa F.
Turner, ME
$16-50/hr
Hi! I have experience caring for autistic youth as young as 1-year-old. I can provide positive behavior support and care.
Victoria L.
Turner, ME
$15-25/hr • 10 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
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved working with children and watching them grow and reach new milestones. I love reading, arts and crafts, and spending time outside.
Most of my experience is with infants, but I have worked with children of all ages. I have also worked with children with special needs.
Working with infants is definitely...
Randi-anne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
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...
Cassandra B.
Readfield, ME
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Dependable Babysitter With Over 15 Years Of Experience Caring For Kids Of All Ages
5.0
(11)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, 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...
Care member
Shannon S.
Lewiston, ME
$19-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have worked with many young kids that are able bodied as I like to say. I have the most experience with autism, ADHD, ADD and Down's syndrome. I have worked in a daycare setting as well teaching toddlers and preschool. I have worked for many clients in the greater Boston area and now I am back in Maine! I can't wait to...
Dinahmarie B.
Auburn, ME
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I originally was employed by an agency that serves individuals with intellectual disabilities, where I gained valuable experience and trainings on various types of disabilities.
I am currently working with a young man with mental health issues.
I have also been a caregiver to an elderly woman who wanted to pass with dignity in...
5.0
"She was very professional and caring to my father's needs. She was always on time,if she was going to be late she would either text or call. We would still be using Dinah if she were in our area. "
Diane D.
Trudyjune G.
Buckfield, ME
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time/ Part-Time Caregiver Elderly Or Special Needs Children And Adults
5.0
(5)
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
"I am a 38-year-old quadriplegic with no voluntary movement below my chest. Trudy help me with eating, bowel program, bed Bath\ shower, stretching, dressing me, brushing my teeth and many more task. She was punctual and even showed up on her day off when another...
David H.
I have 15+ years of experience working with children from newborn to 12 years old, both in centers and caring for children at home. I have experience with medical special needs (I am also a CNA), behavioral special needs, and developmental delays. I can help with childcare and household management needs. I love getting to be one...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Jamie M.
South Paris, ME
$17-22/hr
Hi there! My name is Jamie, and I have over 8 years of experience in childcare, including a year as a live-in nanny. I've had the privilege of working with children of all ages, including those with special needs, and I find it incredibly rewarding to provide personalized care and support.
In addition to my childcare...
Jamie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Kailee B.
Auburn, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full Or Part Time Experienced Caregiver - Available Immediately
Hello! I have been a nanny/caregiver for nearly 20 years. I have cared for children ranging from newborn-18, young adults, and seniors, with and without mental/physical impairments. I am CPR/first aid certified. If you are interested in speaking, I look forward to hearing from you.
1.0
(1)
I have worked as a BHP, Ed tech and for the last few years a special education teacher. I work with students on the Autism spectrum as well as students with Lows syndrome, Angelman syndrome, Williams syndrome, Down's syndrome, intellectual disabilities, motor impairments, speech and language delays including students who are non...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with a variety of people including seniors within their home environment, private duty, dementia and Alzheimer's aspects of the field. I have many years as a CNA in a hospital setting and a degree in Medical Assisting. I have an extensive background in intellectual disabilities as well as mental health and special...
Dinahmarie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Melissa P.
Sabattus, ME
$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experience working as an assistant teacher and Ed tech III for children with special needs. Love babies and am comfortable with pets.
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I am the oldest of 5 children, and all of my younger sibling have ADHD and my 13-year-old sister has childhood bipolar. I also have a 29-year-old cousin who is mentally handicapped and uses sign language. I have worked at daycare with special needs children. I am a very patient person, and love playing outside and doing arts and...
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Courtney R.
Lewiston, ME
$20-28/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi there! If you are looking for a kind and reliable caretaker then I am your girl! I am 22 years old, and I have multiple years of experience working with children on the spectrum. I have done work as a BHP in the past, and I have loved every second of it! I currently live in Maine but I am moving to Sherman Oaks on January...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Leeds, ME
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
Dinahmarie B.
5.0
She was very professional and caring to my father's needs. She was always on time,if she was going to be late she would either text or call. We would still be using Dinah if she were in our area.
- Diane D.
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.
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