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Special needs caregivers in South Berwick, ME

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Joy L.


Dover, NH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Joy I love kids I love working them which is why I choice it as my career. My work experience includes babysitting children, ages ranging from infants, toddlers up to school aged children, house hold cleaning and cooking. I enjoy arts and crafts, creating plays, and any outdoor activities. I found out how much...

Keshia D.


Dover, NH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I am a stay at home mom to one little boy (4) I have been babysitting and nannying since I was 12 (31 now) I have nannied for many families, I have worked in a day care, I have experience with all ages. I have some experience with children who have special needs as well. I'm hoping to find a family who will allow me to bring my...
Keshia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Mary B.


Kittery, ME

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Having taught in the Haverhill Public Schools in a self contained classroom for students with moderate cognitive special needs I am a dedicated advocate for the individuals I have had the privilege of working with and teaching for the best of 38 years. Recently retired to be with my two teenage daughters I am hoping for part...
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Alexys Z.


Rye, NH

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Are you looking for a sitter who's experienced, reliable, and fun? You've come to the right profile! Hello, my name is Alexys and I have been working with children for over 10 years from 4 weeks to 15 years old. I also have a lot of experience with special needs children. I have my own transportation to travel back and forth as...
Alexys can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My boys (ages 4 and 6) loved having Alexys watch them. They had fun and Alexys was great about cleaning up, giving them snacks, changing clothes, and keeping them active on a summer afternoon. They have asked to have her back!"

Sherri M.

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Sarah D.


Madbury, NH

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Sarah, I live in Madbury and I am 23-years-old. I have experience with childcare from ages 2-14. I'm good with children with behavioral issues and special needs. I have my drivers license and a car. please feel free to contact me and I will get back to you ASAP!
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"What a wonderful child sitter!!! Sarah is an outstanding sitter who cares and loves your children! She engaged my two daughters in games, educational activities, and putting them to bed. The girls always looked forward to Sarah coming to our home. She is...

Angelo V.

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Caroline R.


Kennebunkport, ME

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Caroline, and I just graduated from the University of Vermont with my B. S. in Education. I currently work as a special education teacher in a a specialty program for students with autism. I am originally from the Boston area, and just moved back when I began my job. I have over 6 years of babysitting, teaching and...
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Caroline is amazing! My 2 daughters loved spending time with her and ask for her often. Caroline is responsible, smart, a safe driver, a great communicator, and fun. I recommend her highly!"

Ashley S.

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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: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Where to begin with Jessica? She is the most wonderful, kind, caring organized caregiver we’ve ever had for our son. Her level of attention to detail, the ease of communication and her happy attitude make it easy to have her in our home and our son’s joy when he...

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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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Sandra L.


Rochester, NH

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

I have been working with Autistic children in the Ellis School for 8 years. I work with troubled and challenging teen through ISN and being a Foster parent and I also provide respite.
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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: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Caroline R.


Kennebunkport, ME

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, I have been a full time nanny for a few families who have children with special needs. I also have over a year of experience interning in a special education classroom setting in an elementary school. My future goal is to become a special education teacher which makes me very passionate about helping those with special...
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Keleigh F.


Durham, NH

$18-22/hr1 yrs exp

Will Play Dress Up And Bake

I have 2 years of experience where I worked as a nursing assistant with children with special needs. I can help with light housekeeping, laundry, errands, and grocery shopping.
Keleigh can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love to travel and explore the world!! I nannied for 4 families during college. I nannied full time for a family with 3 kids under 4 for 2 years after college. I also have experience with special needs as I worked at a schools summer program for 5 summers in a row. ! I am fun, outgoing, honest and a clear communicator.
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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: Dementia, respite care
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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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Gillian F.


Durham, NH

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hi my name is Gillian F. I'm currently a freshman at UNH where I am majoring in human development and family studies and planning on minoring in ASL, I am also apart of the field hockey and best buddies program at UNH! I joined the best buddies program in 2015 and have continued to be apart of the program throughout 2020. My mom...
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Devin B.


Rye, NH

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Creative Sitter For Children And Pets

I began babysitting every summer when I was 12 years old for family, and from there have worked with children every year since! I have traveled to the Dominican Republic for four consecutive years to work with children of all ages and children with special needs. I was a Counselor in Training at an overnight camp in Vermont...
Devin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in South Berwick, ME

Alexys Z.

5.0

You will instantly feel comfortable with Alexys like you have known her for years. She is very friendly and nice to chat with and the kids love her.

- Julianne B.

Sarah D.

5.0

What a wonderful child sitter!!! Sarah is an outstanding sitter who cares and loves your children! She engaged my two daughters in games, educational activities, and putting them to bed. The girls always looked forward to Sarah coming to our home. She is delightful, punctual, and flexible. All the...

- Angelo V.

Caroline R.

5.0

Caroline is a breath of fresh air. She is a natural with children and demonstrates such maturity and strength in her skills as a tutor and child care provider. Caroline should pursue a career in special education because she exhibits such innate skills with children who present with a variety of...

- Michelle M.

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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