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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...
Maggie G.
Lewiston, ME
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider with 3 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for working with children stems from the natural bond I've always had with them, making me the go-to babysitter for family and friends.
As a patient, calm, and friendly individual, I prioritize open communication with parents, using...
Maggie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
7+ months experience working with children ages 2-6 on the autism spectrum. I have experience with behaviors, feeding, dressing, and many other ADLs.
I have been babysitting for about 10 years, and have experience with kids ages 6 weeks-13 years old. I have experience with special needs kids. I just left my job at a daycare center in Cumberland where I worked for 3. 5 years and am looking for something new! I started as a floater between ages 6 weeks - 2 years old. Then I...
Claudia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, 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: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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...
Nasra M.
Auburn, ME
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Families!, My name is Nasra. I am a third year nursing student at Saint Joseph's College. I'm passionate about helping children grow and develop, and I believe that every child deserves a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive. I have experience babysitting children of all ages, and I'm comfortable working with...
Nasra can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Melissa P.
Sabattus, ME
$20-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am trustworthy and reliable person with three years experience working as a BHP, Ed Tech lll for level three autism classroom, and assistant teacher for a special needs early education room.
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.
Gabrielle B.
Brunswick, ME
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a Behavioral Health Professional for children with special needs for over 3 year. I've been a nanny for 4 years. I work in the special education department at a school and have for nearly 3 years.
Gabrielle can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
4.0
"Gabrielle has been with my family through the pandemic and through many of our life changes. She is always there to support my children's needs in so many ways. We all love having her with us! Her smile and singing bring joy into our home and her love of the...
Sherry S.
Kelly H.
Leeds, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I spent two years working at an art studio / day program for teens and adults with a wide range of developmental and physical disabilities. We helped our clients enhance their lives through art, music, field trips and spending time in the local community while maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Recently I've been...
4.0
"Mike is a hardworking and conscientious man who watches my son after school and school holidays. He is very reliable and enjoys working with kids. "
Josephine P.
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
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
"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.
Marytracey J.
New Gloucester, ME
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I Am A Very Reliable, Patient, And Creative Person Who Has Approximately 15 Years Of Experience
5.0
(3)
Hello my name is Marytracey. I work per diem as a registered respiratory therapist, and truly love to serve. My goal is to make life easy for you. I will take care of your prize possessions and treat them like my own. I am happy to run errands, shop, manage appointment , caretake or be a companion or watchful eye. I will care...
Marytracey can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
5.0
"Loving, caring, attentive wholesome being!"
Ashley W.
I have worked with children since high school, babysitting and tutoring. Coming from a large family, there have always been children in my life. I have run summer arts and crafts programs and helped out at sporting camps. I am a certified art educator and currently work as a preschool teacher for children with special needs. I...
Hope can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lewiston, ME
Gabrielle B.
4.0
Gabrielle has been with my family through the pandemic and through many of our life changes. She is always there to support my children's needs in so many ways. We all love having her with us! Her smile and singing bring joy into our home and her love of the outdoors takes us on many wonderful...
- Sherry S.
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.
Patrick C.
4.0
Mike is a hardworking and conscientious man who watches my son after school and school holidays. He is very reliable and enjoys working with kids.
- Josephine P.
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.
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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