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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Old Orchard Beach, ME
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Old Orchard Beach, ME
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, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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 .
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Jennifer C.
Scarborough, ME
$15-19/hr • 4 yrs exp
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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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...
Katie W.
Scarborough, ME
$22-30/hr • 6 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!
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, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Amelia T.
South Portland, ME
$18-23/hr • 8 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!
Isabelle P.
Scarborough, ME
$23/hr • 12 yrs exp
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
Zoey H.
Biddeford, ME
$16-25/hr
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...
Anne Q.
Biddeford, ME
$20-26/hr • 4 yrs exp
Full time OT, looking for per diem caregiver work with focus on seniors or adults with intellectual disabilities.
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Loved to do crafts with the kids. Great with reading books to our kids."
Sharrie P.
Sophie V.
Portland, ME
$22-28/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
*currently looking for a full time summer nanny position*
Hello!
I am a graduate of UMaine with a degree in Sociology and I have 10+ years of professional childcare and educational experience. I also have tutored children and can help with remote learning. Additionally, I have experience working with children with special...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sophie is amazing with children of all ages, from infants to school age. Sophie has phenomenal communication skills between parents and children, patience and always obtains the most wholesome activities and lessons! Her nurturing and caring self will provide...
Letta O.
Jessica B.
Portland, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Reliable, flexible, sweet and the kids loved her!"
Meghan L.
Nicole H.
Hollis Center, ME
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nurturing, Happy And Patient Part/ Full Time Caregiver Available
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(1)
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, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
(2)
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.
Sophie V.
5.0
Working alongside Sophie, I got to know how kindhearted and selfless she is. We worked together at a small home school, with kids who came to us because they do not function well in the public school system. We had some kids that I found difficult to work with. Not explicitly, rather through her...
- Benjamin W.
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.
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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