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Find special needs caregivers in Rochester, NH that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Rochester, NH

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Rochester, NH

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Jade B.


Somersworth, NH

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Jade

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I am a Licensed Nurse who works per diem at a local hospital. I am also a mother to four daughters. I have many years experience taking care of elderly clients in their homes. In addition, I have many years experience caring for children. I worked with a pediatric special needs client for almost two years, and I worked in a...
Jade can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Samantha W.


Barrington, NH

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've nurtured my passion for nurturing children's growth as a childcare provider for over a decade. 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 further equipped me to cater to individual needs. I maintain...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Rachel M.


Berwick, ME

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Mom With A Lot Of Experience

I have 20 years experience between being a nanny, working with special education students, and raising my own 4 children. I worked in the Marshwood school district for 4 years before having my first child. Before Marshwood, I worked at 2 different private schools for children with autism. Last year I cared for a young child with...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Donna H.


Raymond, NH

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I grew up with a brother that was special needs and was always hands on with his care and exercises. My brother suffers from a muscle disorder that has him wheelchair bound, and needs to be fed, clothed, assisted with dressing, bathing and toileting. I have always had a passion for taking care of people, of all ages. I have in...
5.0
"Donna is a dedicated, caring caregiver. She treats her clients with the utmost dignity. She seeks ways to give them the highest quality of life possible. She is not only a support to her client/patient, but also to their loved ones who are there when she isn't....

Jessica W.

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Karen S.


Sanford, ME

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun-loving, Friendly, Responsible and Compassionate

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

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Loved to do crafts with the kids. Great with reading books to our kids."

Sharrie P.

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Janelle D.


Kittery, ME

$21-25/hr1 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Mother of 3, high school basketball coach, special needs experience from 1-18 years of age. Fit, fun and confident with all ages!
Janelle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Janelle was a fantastic nanny for our 21 month old daughter. She was punctual, attentive, and brought positive energy with her during her visits. I would gladly hire her again and any family would be lucky to work with her. "

Care member

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Maggie C.


Greenland, NH

$19-28/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have a passion for working with children and have had the opportunity to care for them for the last 10 years. Over the last decade I have cared for families as both a nanny, regular babysitter, as well as a one time babysitter. I have experience with children from all ages as well as multiples and children with special needs.
Maggie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Jessica-lee M.


Portsmouth, NH

$22-24/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Please note that I am only available for babysitting jobs currently. Thank you! Hi there! I am a fun-loving, enthusiastic, and experienced nanny. I have worked for multiple families in the Boston area until I moved to Portsmouth 3 years ago. I come highly recommended by these families as I am experienced in caring for children...
Jessica-lee can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
" Jessica is not just a nanny/babysitter to our family but she has become our dearest family friend. She started to care for my son when he was 2 years old. She was a firm but gentle presence especially with an active boy. She would regularly share photos and...

Care member

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Katelyn S.


Sanford, ME

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Sarah B.


Newmarket, NH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love kids of all ages, I tend to prefer groups of kids to be in similar ages. At the same time toddler and infants are some of my favorite ages to work with and I enjoy those ages very much. Engaging and creative. I enjoy playing outside with kids, teaching crafts, and teaching them new skills and vocabulary. I have worked...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sarah was very sweet and did a great job taking care of our 14 month old daughter."

Dominic S.

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Tanya D.


Exeter, NH

$30/hr6 yrs exp

In Home Childcare

Starting in 2013, I started to pursue my career with early childhood education. I watched a few children out of my home while caring for my oldest daughter and pregnant with my second. I also was continuing my education towards my associated degree. After spending 6 years working in centers and now having three children, I've...
Tanya can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Tanya cared for my child like one of her own. She is the best. I would absolutely recommend childcare from Tanya. "

Roxanne G.

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Amasian C.


Ogunquit, ME

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Amasian, I have a passion for taking care of children. I am creative, supportive, and very communicative. I have experience in working with ages from as early as newborn to 13 years old, multiple kids at once, children with special needs, and experience in a daycare setting. I am CPR, first-aid, and EEC...
I am a very active 65-year-old retired woman. I currently work with special needs adults and volunteer in a nursing home with dementia residents. I am available part time to work with adults as a companion and caregiver. I worked in human services for over 25 years before retiring and my passion is helping those that need help.
Jacqueline can also help with: Respite care, dementia
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Stephanie T.


Wells, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

About me I am a Mother and Aunt to many multiples (5) sets of twins so lots of experience with children from premie to young adults with special needs I have worked in the medical field for over 30 years with 3 of those years on woman's , children's pediatric units I have my BLS /CPR and current on all vaccine .
Stephanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Tasha H.


Milton Mills, NH

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Experienced Provider in Your Area

I have experience caring for special needs young adults and children. I provide them with daily assistance, (ex: medication, dressing, cleaning, and more.) I do not have a issue with assisting the person needing assistance. But I will provide helping around the house, and getting chores that need to be done, like running around,...
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Maggie C.


Greenland, NH

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Aspiring Occupational Therapist

I am a second year college student who hopes to become an Occupational Therapist with a focus in pediatrics. After doing a semester long internship at my local elementary school with an Occupational Therapist. I fell in love with the job.
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Katelyn S.


Sanford, ME

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

I have experience being a behavioral Health Professional and working with children that have mental and physical disabilities. I'm currently a CNA and CPR/first aid certified. Feel free to message me!
Hello Families! My name is Yasmine, and I'm currently in search of a Nanny position in Kittery. A bit of background about me -I love science, art, music, and hiking/biking. I have been working with kids for over nine years now including daycares, summer camps, in addition to nannying/sitting for individual families. I'm the...
Yasmine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rochester, NH

Donna H.

5.0

Donna helped care for my husband who had ALS. She is a knowledgeable and competent caregiver. She is also passionate and compassionate. She not only cared for and supported my husband but cared for me as well. She has a smile and positive attitude that lights up your day.

- Kim B.

Karen S.

5.0

Loved to do crafts with the kids. Great with reading books to our kids.

- Sharrie P.

Janelle D.

5.0

Janelle was a fantastic nanny for our 21 month old daughter. She was punctual, attentive, and brought positive energy with her during her visits. I would gladly hire her again and any family would be lucky to work with her.

- Care member

Jessica-lee M.

5.0

Jessica is not just a nanny/babysitter to our family but she has become our dearest family friend. She started to care for my son when he was 2 years old. She was a firm but gentle presence especially with an active boy. She would regularly share photos and updates and was very quick to respond to...

- Care member

Sarah B.

5.0

Sarah was very sweet and did a great job taking care of our 14 month old daughter.

- Dominic S.

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