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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Portsmouth, NH

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Portsmouth, NH

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Mari M.


Exeter, NH

$26/hr8 yrs exp

Upbeat Experienced Sitter

5.0

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Hi there! My name is Mari. I just recently moved to Charlotte for work and am looking for some part time gigs. I am an upbeat and bubbly sitter that has been in the babysitting scene for a little over eight years. I was a Special Olympics coach for five years so I feel comfortable with those with learning disabilities or special...
Mari can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"My children, ages 13, 10 and 6, have loved having Mari as their babysitter over the past year and a half. They are always excited when she comes over! She is personable and fun and also knows how to hold the line when she needs to. She has been such a life- saver...

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Emily B.


Amesbury, MA

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

I have worked in recreational and clinical settings for the past five years with children and young adults with varying diagnoses. I have spent time in Africa as well, working with children living with different disabilities and little to no access to services like those that we have in the states. I love being a part of working...
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Nick P.


Dover, NH

$25/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked with adults with both mental illness and developmental disabilities with daily necessities in order to maintain a good quality of life and overall balance.
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Patricia H.


Dover, NH

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 27 years of hands on experience. I'm a certified medical assistant. I have experience with the developmentally impaired. I'm flexible, dedicated, and friendly.
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Carrie K.


Amesbury, MA

$23-40/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter, Tutor, Organizer, And More

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am currently a full time pre-k teacher who loves children! I have been working in the field of education for more than 20 years and started babysitting when I was 10 years old. That is where my love for children grew. I have gained a lot of knowledge over the years having worked with infants, toddlers, preschoolers,...
Carrie can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Sarah L.


Fremont, NH

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs, Infants, Toddlers, PreK, & K

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm mom to two boys (16 and 20) hoping to earn some extra money to put towards a much needed family vacation. I have extensive experience with autism, Down Syndrome, and other developmental disabilities and am familiar with a variety of AAC apps to aid communication. I also love working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I have been a nanny since leaving college, I was going to take a LNA class but didn't want to be in nursing homes during COVID as I live with an at risk family member. I am now vaccinated and in a different living situations and am ready to re-enter the world and offer my helping hand!
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Casey E.


Somersworth, NH

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Supportive And Engaging Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Casey, and I would be thrilled to work with your family. I'm a graduate student at the University of New Hampshire working towards my masters in Occupational Therapy. I have experience working with and supporting children of all ages, and have experience working with children with special needs (primarily...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Meghan G.


Amesbury, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

After 5, Dinner Help, Date Nights!

Hello my name is Meghan! I currently live in Amesbury and work full time in accounting but previously worked with children and I am missing it so much! Looking to babysit or part time nanny for nights and weekends. Before starting my career, I was a Licensed Nursing Assistant and primarily worked with special needs children. In...
Meghan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

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Ilza M.


Newburyport, MA

$23-25/hr

I Have Experience With Children And Adults

I am the mother of a 3-year-old girl with autism, I have experience. I have a first aid and CPR course, I have a Nursing Assistant certificate.
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Stephanie B.


Salisbury, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Enjoy Taken Care Of Others And Bringing Them Joy.

I have over 10 years of experience caring for others. I am First Aid certified, CPR certified, defibrillator trained, Medication Administration certified, Human Rights Officer, and fire safety trained. I was a teacher for 5 years working with children at the elementary level. I have experience working with the elderly, children...
Stephanie can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Angie C.


Salisbury, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have a number of years experience caring for special needs adults in their home, at their work place, and in the community. I have always gotten great satisfaction from being a part of making each person's day productive. This could be as simple as feeding one's self to acquire employment in the community.
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Jill H.


Dover, NH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver For Children And Pets

I am a mother of 2 children and 2 grandchildren, retired with a cat and small senior dog , And enjoy keeping active
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Jessica W.


Salisbury, MA

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny

Hello! My name is Jessica. I love cooking, being outside, music (I play instruments and sing!), yoga, and getting quality time with family and friends. I have experience working as a nanny/home manager for a family with four children (infant-10 years old) throughout college. Post college I have worked as an ABA therapist with...
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Charlene P.


Merrimac, MA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Health Care Practitioner

Hello! It's nice to meet you here. Allow me to share a little bit of myself. I'm a mother of 4 and a grandmother of 6. I've been working in the health field as well as education/childcare field for over 25 yrs. I've worked aside many medical staff, therapists, nurses, doctors, family members all with various...
Hello My name is Andrew and I am a CNA in training, my training will be over at the end of September. I have already completed a few clinicals in the nursing home and enjoy working with elders. I have experience dealing with special needs and autistic individuals. Though bout with adults or elders, my younger brother is highly...
Andrew can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care
Skills:

CNA

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Haley M.


Newburyport, MA

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as ~caring ~giving ~trustworthy I like caring for people with special needs because I struggled as a child with a lot of sensory issues, and wish to help the future generations in overcoming their struggles and showing them they are not alone. In my spare time, I like to crochet :) My skills...
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Michelle O.


Seabrook, NH

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Experience working with special needs children and elderly with bathing, feeding, toileting, medication. I have a lot of experience and patients. I have a reliable SUV that is insured and don't mind taking clients to the community.
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Samantha W.


Barrington, NH

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My passion for childcare started from a young g age when a "reward" from my daycare for good behavior was being able to go to younger classrooms and be a helper. With patience, creativity, and a friendly approach, I strive to make a positive impact on their lives. My ECE coursework and experience with special needs children have...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CNA

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Nadia C.


Dover, NH

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

I'm a graduate student at the University of Southern Maine studying to be a School Psychologist. I am currently working as a full-time intern at Portsmouth School district. I am looking for a full-time position this summer from mid-June to late-August. I did my undergrad at Wheaton College, MA and graduated with a degree in...
Nadia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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