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Allie V.


South Portland, ME

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Allie and I have been passionate about child care for over 8 years. I have worked as a Leader in a daycare. I have nannied for children with special needs. I am trustworthy, reliable, patient, compassionate snd willing to help with light housekeeping, transportation, arts and crafts and fun outside activities...
Allie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I was previously a probation officer. I helped many people with patience and kindness. I also have a special needs son who has helped me grow and learn. I am a positive, educated, passionate person and would love to share my knowledge and compassion with the youth of the future to bring some compassion back to the world. One...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Mary K.


Scarborough, ME

$25-40/hr3 yrs exp

Kind, Loving, Dependable, And Trustworthy!

I would be happy to provide childcare per the schedule you have outlined. I love children of all ages, especially the early childhood developmental stages. I've had the opportunity to work with children, a variety of ages and needs, including special needs. The last 15 years I've worked in the disability field. I'm very loyal,...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I've worked with children in a variety of settings. I have babysat kids around my neighborhood for around 5(ish) years now. I also previously worked as a counselor in training at a farm camp in Shelburne, VT. I currently work at an elementary school after school program through the Essex Junction Recreational department, EJRP. I...
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Katie W.


Scarborough, ME

$22-30/hr6 yrs exp

My name is Katie and I am a public school teacher in the area! I have years of experience working with children with special needs!
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Cassandra P.


Scarborough, ME

$17-22/hr8 yrs exp

Recent Medical Graduate, Lover Of Outdoors

I'm graduating medical school this spring and seeking short-term job opportunities before I begin family medicine residency. I have several years of child care experience prior to medical school, as well as 3 years working at Boston Children's Hospital. I have also taught swim lessons to children of all ages and children with...
Cassandra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Amelia T.


South Portland, ME

$18-23/hr8 yrs exp

Date Night Babysitter For Families With Children With Special Needs

Hello! I recently graduated from Lesley University and am currently working as a Developmental Specialist doing Early Intervention therapy. I have experience working with kids with all different types of special needs for the past 5 years and I would love to be your go to date night baby sitter!

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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
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...
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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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Miranda D.


Saco, ME

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

My name is Miranda I am 19 years old. I have been working in child care for many years and would love to assist you with watching your special needs child or adult. I am a quick learner, reliable, organized and happy to adapt to whatever needs or wants you or your child desires. I hope you decided to take a chance on me:)
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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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

Sharrie P.

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Jessica B.


Portland, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Jess and I am currently working as an adult community case manager for adults with intellectual disabilities and an array of other diagnoses. I have experience with special needs and social work. I have received a degree in psychology and statistics from Stonehill College. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Reliable, flexible, sweet and the kids loved her!"

Meghan L.

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Nicole H.


Hollis Center, ME

$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.

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Pamela O.


Portland, ME

$30-33/hr10 yrs exp

Educated Nanny; BHP (Behavior Health Proffesional)

4.0

(1)

I am passionate about caring for and teaching children with special needs. I am a certified BHP (Behavior Health Professional) with experience working with children in both the home and school settings. In addition, I have provided Nanny services for children with special needs.
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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, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Pamela O.


Portland, ME

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced Dynamic Nanny

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I thrive on working with and caring for young children. I have an extensive background in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education and am a certified BHP (Behavior Health Professional). I am a hands-on, nurturing, engaging and caring Nanny with years of experience. I work with children of all ages and am adept in caring...
Pamela can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Pam was so wonderful with our kids, she always had a book or activity planned and paid attention to our rules and schedules. She was great at easing anxieties the kids may have and settle arguments between siblings. I would definitely recommend Pam!"

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Jessie B.


Cumberland Center, ME

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Adventurous And Fun Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a Firefighter/EMT and I reside in Raymond. I have experience working with a range of children as little as 10 weeks to 13 years. I also have experience working with foster children and children with special needs. I also have experience with children with anxiety disorders. Additionally, I have worked with numerous...
Jessie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Although she wasn't always on time she was very dedicated to the job. She is very reliable and has wonderful boundaries and morals to watching little kids. My kids loved her! We only let her go because we finally got off a wait list for a pre-k program in a...

Lindsay B.

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Kendra S.


Portland, ME

$18-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Kendra and I graduated from college with a degree in Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies and currently getting my Bachelors in Nursing! I have always been passionate about working with individuals with disabilities. I have experience working with teenagers with autism. I also worked with an individual with a...
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Jodi A.


Falmouth, ME

$25-30/hr

Part Time Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am just finishing a position that I have had since September. My client is a spinal cord injured gentleman (quadriplegic). My roll was to cook and feed breakfast, brush his teeth, stretching and movement exercises. Some light household chores. He is moving to another state.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Old Orchard Beach, ME

Karen S.

5.0

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

- Sharrie P.

Jessica B.

5.0

Jessica only worked for us for short time before heading off for a semester abroad, but she was on time, reliable, had fun with the kids, and got everybody where they needed to be. I'd hire her again.

- Julie 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.

Pamela O.

5.0

We have had Pam as our nanny full-time for the past 6 months for our little boy J., who is now almost a year old. Pam is absolutely wonderful with J. She is extremely caring, attentive, patient, and diligent. She plays with him in his playpen, reads to him, plays music, talks with and engages him,...

- Care member

Jessie B.

5.0

Although she wasn't always on time she was very dedicated to the job. She is very reliable and has wonderful boundaries and morals to watching little kids. My kids loved her! We only let her go because we finally got off a wait list for a pre-k program in a daycare and could not afford to do both...

- Lindsay B.

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