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Cassandra M.


Portland, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Grad Student With Lots Of Newborn And Childcare Experience!

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I am a grad student at USM, looking to nanny in my free time! I am a trained midwife, yoga teacher, and postpartum doula. I have a lot of newborn care experience, as well as a range of other ages, and I also have experience working with children with special needs and/or disabilities. I have been babysitting and nannying since I...
Cassandra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Cassandra is always happy, positive, fun and creative! Our little one loves spending time with her and they are always doing something exciting together. She makes us feel our daughter is safe and well taken care of when she is with her and we trust Cassandra to...

Alexandra M.

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Jennifer Z.


Portland, ME

$20-30/hr8 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: Meal prep, transportation, companionship, light cleaning, errands
Skills:

CPR

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Alexis G.


Portland, ME

$17-22/hr

Nursing Student Looking For Part Time Job

Hi! My names Alexis, I am a 25-year-old nursing student . I am currently and emergency department tech at Maine Medical center where I have experienced a wide range of care needs including pediatrics and critical care traumas. Please reach out with any questions - I look forward to meeting you!
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Shae-lynn P.


Windham, ME

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

Fun, Nurturing, Responsible Babysitter

Hello everyone, my name is Shae-Lynn, and I am searching for a part-time nanny job in the Portland area. I am currently pursuing my bachelor's degree in criminology at the University of Southern Maine, along with two minors in dance and psychology. I began formally caring for children as a mother's helper at the age of 11 and...
Shae-lynn can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
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Danielle H.


Westbrook, ME

$20-25/hr

Nurturing Nanny And Loving Mentor

I'm a caring and considerate individual with a passion for making a positive impact. Whether it's nurturing creativity, guiding growth, or ensuring safety and happiness, I approach every aspect of childcare with patience and empathy. With a comfort level of caring for up to 3 or 4 children at a time, I'm prepared to manage a...
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Stephanie J.


Sanford, ME

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available M/W/F Mornings. 7am-1pm

I have worked with Autism Society of Maine since 2017 in the summers working with the daycare group. I have also worked one on one with an autistic boy in his home. I have cousins who are autistic, so I am comfortable and familiar with everything that comes along with it. Behavioral issues are not an issue for me. I also have a...
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Lily P.


Portland, ME

$16-25/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter Either Part-Time Or Full-Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lily. Currently I am a Senior nursing student at UVM and going to graduate school to study Midwifery. I have been working with children since 2007 as a babysitter and as a camp counselor for a local day camp. While at the camp, I had groups with ages ranging from 5-13 years old. I was in charge of organizing...
Lily can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Caitlin H.


Portland, ME

$16-50/hr6 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: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Cassandra M.


Portland, ME

$16/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver (Weeknights And Sundays)

My first child care experience was a nannying job for a 3-year-old (who was, at the time, mostly non-verbal) with autism. I took him on little trips to the beach, the playground, etc. and we worked on potty-training and speaking and swimming. It was challenging but enjoyable. I currently work as a Direct Support Professional at...
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Phyllis R K.


Kennebunk, ME

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I Can Help You!

My professional career has been focused on the care toward the needs of those with special needs, and intellectual disabilities. Providing someone with the tools and encouragement to take on their own personal challenges is inspiring for me as a caregiver. I look forward to helping you.
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Sophie V.


Portland, ME

$22-28/hr9 yrs exp

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 needs and the elderly, cleaning, cooking, and assisting with...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Morgan F.


Windham, ME

$18-50/hr5 yrs exp

My name is Morgan. I am a dedicated childcare provider with five years of hands-on experience working with children ranging from 0 to 11 years old, including those with special needs. As a senior in high school, I am furthering my education by taking two college-level courses in Child Psychology and Early Childhood Education...
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
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Bonnie T.


Westbrook, ME

$10-20/hr10 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
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Mary Kate F.


Portland, ME

$16/hr5 yrs exp

A Little About Me...

I am looking for weekend night babysitting jobs! Hi there! I am a caring, fun, and reliable professional seeking a part to full-time nannying job. I am 32 years old, in grad school, and am a former English teacher. I have trained insight on child and adolescent development and have also worked as a personal care attendant for a...
Mary Kate can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Ashley C.


Springvale, ME

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

The Reliable Care Your Family Deserves

I'm passionate about supporting families by providing a safe and nurturing environment for their children. I have 17 years of childcare experience and have completed coursework in early childhood education and development. Additionally, I'm a certified doula and have First Aid and CPR training. As a caregiver, I'm patient,...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Carla S.


Portland, ME

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher/ Behavioral Strategist

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently am employed at a local elementary school and am a Special Education Teacher/Behavioral Strategist. I am very familiar with ABA and teaching students functional life skills/activities of daily living. I live in Portland with my husband and Goldendoodle; we love good food and good coffee. We love to travel and also,...
I have worked in the public schools as a sub and long term educational technician. I have most of my experience working with children with autism. Two of my own children are on the spectrum.
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Jaclyn J.


Alfred, ME

$23-30/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate, Quality, Caregiver

I am a medical assistant that completed a 9 month program at YCCC and decided home care gives me the most flexible work options for my family. I have acute psych experience, I am a certified Direct Support Professional and CRMA- I worked with disabled individuals in a day program designing their daily activities and goals,...
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Rachel W.


Portland, ME

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

About Me

I graduated from university in 2020 with a psychology degree. After that I worked as a registered behavioral technician, working with kids who have autism and other behavioral/developmental disabilities. I worked with kids of ages 2-13. I love working with kids and teaching them new things! :)

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