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Find special needs caregivers in Scarborough, ME that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Scarborough, ME

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Scarborough, ME

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Kendall D.


Portland, ME

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Creative Sitter With Teaching Experience Seeking Full Or Part-time Work!

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- 10+ years providing child care (infants, special needs, multiples) - 2+ years as Montessori teaching assistant, sub, after school care (ages 2-13) - CPR and first aid certified - Fluent in French Hello! My name is Kendall and I've been caring for children for 10 years. I started out as an in-class partner/tutor for younger...
Kendall can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kelsey C.


Westbrook, ME

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I am Kelsey & I'm 30 years old. I currently have a full time job however I'm looking to boost my income while doing things I enjoy. Pet Care: I currently volunteer with a local rescue. I have years of experience fostering dogs which includes bottle feeding puppies up to caring for senior dogs. I also have experience with...
Kelsey can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

I love spending time with children of all ages, and have caregiving experience both in homes and with after-school organizations. With Middletown Urban Gardeners at Wesleyan, I helped build a community garden with local elementary schoolers, with the Art Department I supported young adults with special needs in arts+crafts, and...
Nyanen can also help with: Craft assistance
Hey there! My name is Sarah, I'm 27, and I am currently a preschool teacher and BHP at a special needs/developmental preschool. However, due to a multitude of reasons, I'm hoping to branch off into nannying either part time or full time. Over the years I have worked as a babysitter, as a counselor in a youth residential setting,...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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...
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Alexyss J.


Portland, ME

$34-35/hr2 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: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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...

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

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Molly S.


Portland, ME

$25-27/hr5 yrs exp

My name is Molly, and I am a hard working 24-year-old student living in Southern, Maine! I have 5 years of nanny/babysitting experience. I care for 3 children ages 5-12 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. (5 days a week.) I am also an occasional date night sitter for a 6-year-old with special needs. I know how valuable it is to have a caring,...
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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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Chriss S.


Portland, ME

$16-40/hr2 yrs exp

I have cared for infants whose parents aren't confident in how to care for or doesn't have the time a child with special needs. Every person is treated as a different individual, regardless of diagnosis. If communication has proven difficult in the past, finding ways to be with each person isn't a problem for me (I'm pretty...
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Allie V.


South Portland, ME

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Allie and I have been passionate about child care for over 8 years. I have worked as a Leader in a daycare. I have nannied for children with special needs. I am trustworthy, reliable, patient, compassionate snd willing to help with light housekeeping, transportation, arts and crafts and fun outside activities...
Allie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Jade W.


Portland, ME

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

My most apparent childcare experience comes from offering my assistance whenever possible with the care of my younger brother. He is currently 10 and I was 13 when he was born. I was also with a family for a few years in high school with three girls, ages 6 to 11. In college, I worked as camp counselor at a facility for the...
Jade can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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,...
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Corinne W.


Westbrook, ME

$25/hr10 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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Christy R.


Portland, ME

$22-23/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Elementary Teacher And Nanny!

Hi there! My name is Christy. I am Licensed Elementary and Moderate Disabilities public school teacher. 9 years nanny experience and 3 years teaching experience (with and without disabilities). I am from the Boston area and have just relocated to Portland, Maine. Looking for PT/Summer childcare work before entering the Maine...
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Kelsey M.


Portland, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, Babysitter, Pet-Care, Homework Help & Tutoring

As the oldest of seven children, I have extensive experience in caring for children of all ages from infants to teens. Additionally, I have been working as a private babysitter and nanny for the last 14 years. I am also experienced in caring for multiple children at once and children with special needs such as Autism Spectrum...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I've worked with children in a variety of settings. I have babysat kids around my neighborhood for around 5(ish) years now. I also previously worked as a counselor in training at a farm camp in Shelburne, VT. I currently work at an elementary school after school program through the Essex Junction Recreational department, EJRP. I...
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Safiya N.


Portland, ME

$16/hr2 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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Barb F.


Old Orchard Beach, ME

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Available Part-Time

I am a seasoned worker experienced in the disability field with five years of care giving experience looking for a part-time position as a caregiver or nanny. I am a caring individual who enjoys working with the elderly and children to assist with their activities of daily living (ADL), and all needs including cooking, reading...

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