Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Portland, ME

$22/hr • 4 yrs exp

My name is Meridan I have experience working with children of all ages, and all different personalities including special needs. I currently work full time in the mental health field, and am looking for a few extra hours. In the past I have had wonderful sitters and would love to continue to create a strong bond with the...

Meridan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Alexyss J.

$34-35/hr • 2 yrs exp

Proud Nanny!

Hello there! My name is Alexyss and I am seeking a part time nanny position! I am flexible with scheduling. For the right fit I am willing to work more hours and cater to the needs of the family. I have a special connection with children, elderly people, animals, children and adults with special needs. Long story short I am a...

Alexyss can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0

"Alexyss came to our family when our daughter was 18 months old and helped all of us navigate the tender transition into childcare. She was so patient with my daughter, and with me, as we worked through the anxiety of being apart. She respected and honored our...

Adria K.

Sam R.

$16/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny

After nannying and babysitting for 10 years, I am now finishing my bachelors degree and looking to fill in with occasional days/nights, but open to a regular schedule with the right family. I've cared for newborns to preteens with special needs, and strive to be a good role model for the children I care for. I am well versed in...

Sam can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Jennifer Z.

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Warm, Patient And Energetic Caregiver Looking For Part Time Work!

Warm, patient, and energetic caregiver looking for part time work! With 15 years of experience working with children from infants to pre-teens, I will provide your loved ones with the best care. I am also comfortable caring for children and adults with special needs. As a Registered Nurse, I have a passion for helping others.

Jennifer can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Caitlin H.

$16-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working in childcare since 2017 in various capacities including as a camp counselor, before and after school caregiver, inpatient pediatric psychiatric technician, special needs preschool education technician, and as a babysitter for local families. I enjoy adapting to each child's needs and special interests and...

Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Safiya N.

$16/hr • 2 yrs exp

A Little About Me...

I am a very outgoing, caring, and organized person. I love working with kids because of their endless curiosity. I enjoy watching children grow into themselves and their resilience is very contagious. I work part-time at a rock climbing gym in Portland, where I teach kids and adults how to climb. In my spare time, I like to rock...

Safiya can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Jennifer Z.

$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Warm, Patient, And Energetic Caregiver Looking For Part Time Work!

Warm, patient, and energetic caregiver looking for part time work! With 15 years of experience working with children from infants to pre-teens, and 4 years working with the elderly, I will provide your loved ones with the best care. I am also comfortable caring for children and adults with special needs. As a Registered Nurse, I...

Jennifer can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands

Skills:

CPR

Savanna S.

$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Patient, Fun, Experienced Nanny - Full-time

5.0

(6)

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

*** Currently not available as I'm working full- time but would be open to one-off babysitting here and there! Apologies, care keeps my profile still visible despite my lack of availability *** Hello there! I am an artist and graduate from Maine College of Art and have been a nanny full-time for over 8 years as well as...

Savanna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"I'm a FTM and Savanna watched my first daughter so I could go back to work. I was nervous at first having never been a mom before but Savanna put me at ease and I realized that she knew way more then me! She was amazing with my daughter, always punctual and...

Katie L.

Helen A.

$16-25/hr

I've had great experiences with my previous jobs. I am reliable trust worthy and very caring I like to look out for one another and I enjoy everything I do

Bridget C.

South Portland, ME

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Since high school I have regularly cared for children between the ages of 10 months and 10 years. In college, I volunteered weekly in an aftercare program and a special education classroom for elementary-aged kids, as well as taught therapeutic techniques to 6th graders. I have experience working with special needs and d/Deaf or...

Bridget can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Bridget was punctual and did a great job with our 14-month-old son on our date night. She was in great communication when needed. We will definitely hire her again!"

Audra F.

Samika S.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Samika and I'm 26 years old. I'm a licensed Nail Technician and own my own business which makes me extremely flexible as I make my own schedule! I've been doing childcare for 13 years for multiple families throughout the Portland and surrounding areas. I've watched children ages Newborn-15 years old. I do have training...

Samika can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Greatest babysitter we've ever had! She is always on time and the kids love her. She is a very responsible driver and I trust her driving my 2 young children! Our house is always spotless (without asking) when we return home! We love Samika!"

Kate C.

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.

Cora L.

South Portland, ME

$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Cora. I am from South Portland, Maine. I'm one of four children in my family and started babysitting when I was 15 years old. I worked at my fathers restaurant for 19 years and learned lots of valuable skills that have helped me in my babysitting. I'm very outgoing, organized, and responsible. I enjoy hiking,...

Cora can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0

"My kids love Cora! She's come twice to babysit them, and they've asked when she'll come back. Both times, Cora arrived on time, with lots of energy, creativity, and good cheer. She drew a hopscotch on the driveway that literally had 100 boxes on it, because the...

Valerie T.

Jessie B.

Cumberland Center, ME

$20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Adventurous And Fun Sitter

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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & 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.

Jennifer C.

$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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Grace G.

$25-35/hr

My experience with those with special needs comes from volunteering and personal experience. I'm a compassionate person who has a lot of patience and love to give! I can meet anyone where they're at and support them there. I would love to learn more about you or your loved one and see if I can make your life a little easier. Be...

Corinne W.

Westbrook, ME

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

- Only currently available for weeknight and weekend services - Hi there! My name is Corinne! I am in the Westbrook/Portland ME area. I currently work for SMHC as an inpatient behavioral therapist. I graduated from Lesley University with my master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Music Therapy. I have been...

Corinne can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Very easy to communicate with, showed up on time and was super sweet with our 20 month old son. This was our first time using care.com for an out of town wedding and we felt very safe with Corrine. She even sent updates throughout the evening. Would 100% have her...

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Katie W.

$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!

Bonnie T.

Westbrook, ME

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

I have 10 years experience with children with special needs in an elementary school, including autism, cerebral palsy, Down's Syndrome, ID, and other needs. I focus on safety, communication, mobility, and just being a kid. 30+ credits non-matriculated in graduate level special education courses

Mary K.

$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kind, Loving, Dependable, And Trustworthy!