Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Poland, ME

My name is Riley, an aspiring doula! I have a deep passion for early childhood development, especially the newborns. I have my bachelors in Family & Child Sciences and am in graduate school at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University for Space Operations. I was a foster mom for two special needs children under 4, a preschool...

Riley can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more

Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

Dinahmarie B.

$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.

Nevaeh S.

$18/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!!

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. My goals as a Nanny or babysitter is to take care of children, help them grow, and watch them have fun! I am willing to do housekeeping that includes light housework, laundry, and meal preparation. If I had to describe myself in five adjectives I...

Nevaeh can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0

"We were in need of a babysitter and Nevaeh was able to work around her schedule to be able to support my family. She was dependable and kept in contact with me throughout the week. She was great with my two young children (meals, diapering, activities and nap...

Kristina T.

Marytracey J.

$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

"Mary is a very responsible happy person. She has a great sense of humor and has an enormous amount of compassion for everyone. She is empathetic to people's needs, was hands on with her own parents care. Mary is now a respiratory therapist , she is always helping...

Deborah W.

Patrick C.

Gray, ME

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver Available Part Time

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.

Hope D.

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Child Care

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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Isabella S.

$15-20/hr

Hello, families! Most of my experience is with children, focused on special needs and behavioral challenges, but I do think many of the gained skills are applicable to care of adults too. I was a camp counselor, nanny, and babysitter. I currently volunteer as a community sitter with DHHS. I would like to gain more experience in...

Isabella can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep

Elizabeth Q.

Gray, ME

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have a girlfriend with a special needs child that I have interacted with for 15 years. She is going to be 18 soon but, because of her condition, she is developmentally 5 or 6. She has so much to offer and is so smart. I've watched her grow so much, in her own pace, and it is heartwarming to see her expand her horizons with all...

Nasra M.

$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, grocery shopping, light cleaning

Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

Hope D.

$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

I currently work with children in an early intervention preschool setting with special needs. I love working with children and feel that providing early intervention to the children I work with will enable them to live fuller, richer lives.

Isabella S.

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello, families! I have experience as a nanny, summer camp counselor, and babysitter. I currently volunteer with DHHS to watch displaced children in the foster care system. I have experience with children with special needs and behavioral challenges. I was a tutor in both high school and college. My day job is as a receptionist...

Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep

Dinahmarie B.

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Senior Care

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel

Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

Kailee B.

$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.

Madeline G.

Raymond, ME

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have a deep passion for helping people, especially those who need a little extra love and attention. I raised my step son for 4 years, he has ASD and ADHD. Through many challenges and rewarding moments, I learned a lot and want to share my skills, kindness, and compassion with others.

Shelby S.

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available

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...

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...

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.

Jodi A.

Falmouth, ME

$25-30/hr

Part Time Care Giver

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.

Margie R.

Bridgton, ME

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

I worked as a MA, one on one with Dr in Brunswick Pediatrics for 18 years. I'm raising 3 successful children, ages 22, 20 and 17. My oldest is a senior in college, my youngest is a senior at HS this year and my middle child who has Asperger's is thriving and growing in the community, working full time.

5.0

"I have known Margie for 10 years, both personally and professionally. We worked together in a multi-doctor pediatric practice. Margie has always gone above and beyond in patient care and treatment, being especially compassionate and kind to the patients as well as...

Melissa C.

Jessie B.

Cumberland Center, ME

$20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Adventurous And Fun Sitter

5.0

(1)