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Special needs caregivers in Orono, ME

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Anna W.


Orono, ME

$17-22/hr

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I don't have a lot of experience caring for those with special needs but I do with children and people of all ages from littles ones to teens and adults!
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Meaghan K.


Orono, ME

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter With Special Needs Training

Hello! I work as a BHP with children who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder in the greater Bangor area and I am CPR certified. I graduated with my bachelors from Umaine Orono in May 2023. I love arts and crafts, children and animals of all types. I am reliable and respectful as well as energetic and fun-loving! I do...
Meaghan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Emily W.


Orono, ME

$20/hr5 yrs exp

About Me

Hi I'm Emily, I am a senior in college at the University of Maine for Kinesiology and Physical Education. I have been working with kids since I was a kid and hope to be a gym teacher in the future. I have worked with kids being a coach, teacher, tutor, babysitter, camp counselor, and I currently also work with MAS as a Behavior...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Sapphira M.


Orono, ME

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Story Teller

I have experience working with children of a variety of ages for the last 5 years, I've driven children safely, so after school pick up or summer activities are perfectly ok, I am willing to complete light house cleaning, laundry, and meal prep/cooking if requested. I love animals. I also have experience with special needs...
Sapphira can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Tonya D.


Bangor, ME

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Child Care At Your Service!

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Tonya and I have worked in childcare, Senior Care, and in mental health. In childcare I have more than 30 years experience. I have worked with children from newborns, after school, teens along with children who have special needs. I enjoy interacting with children of all ages and helping them love what they do best by...
Tonya can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Ms. Tonya is the sweetest person you will ever meet! She cared for our three children in our home as well as our dog. She loves my kids as if they were her own and I never worried about them in her care. Ms. Tonya was always on time and was available when ever I...

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Rachel A.


Bangor, ME

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Rachel, and I've had the privilege of working as a caregiver for over 10 years, specializing in providing care and support for children with developmental delays, autism, ADHD, and other special needs. I am passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and their families, and I'm dedicated to...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
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Shelby L.


Bangor, ME

$15-17/hr3 yrs exp

I Love Working With Kids. I'm Currently An Ed Tech.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as kind, caring and fun. Currently I work as an Ed tech in a special needs preschool. I work 1-1 with the kids and take them through their day. We do work times so I can help little ones learn or help older ones with homework. We have weekly trainings on childhood development. I like working with kids...
Shelby can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kylia M.


Bangor, ME

$23-28/hr4 yrs exp

I truly consider it an honor to work with families to help their day go smoothly and happily. I've worked with children as young as newborns, adults as old as 95, and everyone in between. My focus has been with children mostly. I was fortune to graduate high school with an Associates degree in Psychology and later I received...
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Earl M.


Bangor, ME

$50/hr3 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist

I'd describe my personality as enthusiastic, driven, and personable. I like caring for people with special needs because my purpose in life is to improve their lives. I'm looking for a job that is flexible. I started caring for people with special needs in 2019 In my spare time, I like to read, go for a walk, and spend time...
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Lacey W.


Bangor, ME

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

Residential Training Specialist

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 15 years working in a Residential care facility. I have also worked with the elderly, suffering from dementia. I have 10plus years of experience in leadership roles within a residential setting, including behavior management, extensive work within the Autism Spectrum, as well as knowledge in the areas of borderline...
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Abby B.


Bangor, ME

$19-24/hr3 yrs exp

Hi Parents! I've worked the past 4 years at a summer camp including lots of kids with special needs, I spend a majority of the last three summers 1 on 1 with a sweet girl with developmental delays. I am patient and understanding of a kids needs, I can work to build a strong connection with you child and ensure they feel safe...
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Tabitha R.


Milford, ME

$16-22/hr

Childcare/cleaning Services

I began babysitting and child care at 13 years old. I have always been around children in some way and I really enjoy them. I have a 10-year-old special needs daughter and I love taking care of her. She's in school full time now and I have some time on my hands during school hours!
Tabitha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Leah O.


Eddington, ME

$22/hr5 yrs exp

About Me: BHP

Hi, I'm Leah, and I have over five years of experience working with children of all ages. My background includes professional roles as a Registered Behavioral Therapist and a Behavioral Health Professional (BHP), where I specialized in working with children with special needs, particularly those on the autism spectrum. I am...
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Grace F.


Bangor, ME

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Hi there! I'm Grace and I'm a registered BHP, CPR & First Aid certified, and have been working with children for 5 plus years in either babysitting, carpooling, or working with special needs as a BHP. I am also a very good cleaner as an eldest sibling;) I would love to be your go-to sitter or cleaner!
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hello! I have 8 years of experience providing support to students who need extra support in self contained classroom, experience with children have autism, adhd, conduct disorder, and it is my pleasure to help support you where I can. I believe in positive reinforcement, and I am attending school full time for my masters in...
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Kristin B C.


Bangor, ME

$20-23/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of experience sitting kids aged from 2 months all the way to teens, I've also taken care of children with special needs. I can help with anything needed. I'm 18 years old and currently enrolled at eastern Maine community college, I'm looking to work 1/2 days a week! :)
Kristin B can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Monica R.


Corinth, ME

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Behavioral Health Professional

I currently work for a Children's Center in Augusta, where I have obtained a Behavioral Health Professional Certification. In this position, I work with kids from the ages of 2-8 years of age who have Developmental Disabilities. I provide one-on-on services, and work on each child's individualized goals that correlate to his/her...
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Madison T.


Hampden, ME

$26-30/hr4 yrs exp

BHP

Hi! My name is Madison. I am 23 years old, and have 9 years of overall childcare experience. I have been working as a BHP for children with behavioral & developmental disabilities for the last 4 years! For 5 years prior, I volunteered with children & adults with developmental disabilities. I am looking to take some time off of...
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Monica R.


Corinth, ME

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Child Care Provider/Caregiver Available

My name is Monica and I would love the opportunity to fill your babysitter/nanny position. Over the past 12 years I have held many childcare positions from working at 3 different daycares, working as a BHP and helping children with special needs, a nanny, a K-1 Ed. Tech and a Preschool teacher at a learning center. I love...
Monica can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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