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Special needs caregivers in Saco, ME

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Isabelle P.


Scarborough, ME

$23/hr12 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as friendly, observant, and outgoing. I'm looking for a consistent job where I am able to bring my 4-month-old daughter with me! I started working with kids 12 years ago as a mother helper and received my red cross babysitting certification. Since then I have cared for many children ranging from...
Isabelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Kimberley W.


Scarborough, ME

$30-47/hr10 yrs exp

Homehealth Professional

I have many years of experience with Parkinson's and dementia. I understand the progression of the neurological disease and Iam comfortable in all stages of the disease .
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Madison S.


Scarborough, ME

$22-30/hr6 yrs exp

Ready To Help You!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for the past 6 years and have been a summer nanny for the past 4 years. I have also worked in a preschool! I am currently studying to be an occupational therapist and I have experience with children with special needs. I am happy to run any errands needed and help with anything around the house! Hope to...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sydney W.


Biddeford, ME

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Sitter & Safe Space Facilitator

I have 11 years of experience as a babysitter, part-time nanny, and in early childhood education. I hold a Master's in Social Work and I am working toward professional licensure as a clinical social worker. During the school year, I am a special education social worker at a local elementary school. I provide emotional regulation...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Anne Q.


Biddeford, ME

$20-26/hr4 yrs exp

Full time OT, looking for per diem caregiver work with focus on seniors or adults with intellectual disabilities.
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Barb F.


Old Orchard Beach, ME

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time

I am a seasoned worker experienced in the disability/ holistic practitioner field with five years of care giving experience looking for a part-time position as a companion one or two days per week. I am a caring individual who enjoys working with the elderly and children. Schedule is flexible with no Saturdays. In Addition, for...
In my earlier years, I worked with people with disabilities in a variety of ways from - day programming to individuals that were non verbal and/ or suffered a brain injury. I have a magnitude of knowledge and experience beginning in college leading to personal and professional experience. Next, early on in my career, I...
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Mary K.


Scarborough, ME

$28-40/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Loving, Dependable, And Trustworthy!

I would be happy to provide childcare per the schedule you have outlined. I love children of all ages, especially the early childhood developmental stages. I've had the opportunity to work with children, a variety of ages and needs, including special needs. The last 15 years I've worked in the disability field. I'm very loyal,...
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Cristen R.


Gorham, ME

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Certified Behavioral Health Professional First AID & CPR certified. Currently employed as a section 28 Children's Service Coordinator, matching BHP's with children on my case load. Experience working with children of all ages. Experience working with childhood mental health and developmental disabilities.
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Jennifer C.


Scarborough, ME

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Positive Patient Human Assistant

I am a positive person looking to spread joy and help people. I have a compassion for helping people. I was previously a probation officer and enjoyed helping people through a rough patch in their lives to get to the next steps. my clients often stated they never thought they would leave probation with a smile. life is too short...
Jennifer can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Katie W.


Scarborough, ME

$22-30/hr6 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!
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...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a nurturing childcare provider with four years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development, coupled with my positive experiences in babysitting roles, inspired me to pursue a career as a caregiver. I believe in creating a safe and stimulating environment where...
Alydia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sophie V.


Portland, ME

$22-28/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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*currently looking for a full time summer nanny position* Hello! I am a graduate of UMaine with a degree in Sociology and I have 10+ years of professional childcare and educational experience. I also have tutored children and can help with remote learning. Additionally, I have experience working with children with special...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Working alongside Sophie, I got to know how kindhearted and selfless she is. We worked together at a small home school, with kids who came to us because they do not function well in the public school system. We had some kids that I found difficult to work with....

Benjamin W.

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Bridget C.


South Portland, ME

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & 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.

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Cora L.


South Portland, ME

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

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

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

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Jodi A.


Falmouth, ME

$25-30/hr

Part Time Care Giver

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.
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Karen S.


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

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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

Sharrie P.

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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CNA

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Kendra S.


Portland, ME

$18-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Kendra and I graduated from college with a degree in Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies and currently getting my Bachelors in Nursing! I have always been passionate about working with individuals with disabilities. I have experience working with teenagers with autism. I also worked with an individual with a...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Saco, ME

Sophie V.

5.0

Working alongside Sophie, I got to know how kindhearted and selfless she is. We worked together at a small home school, with kids who came to us because they do not function well in the public school system. We had some kids that I found difficult to work with. Not explicitly, rather through her...

- Benjamin W.

Bridget C.

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.

Cora L.

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 kids were having so much fun. We'll...

- Valerie T.

Karen S.

5.0

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

- Sharrie P.

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