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51 special needs caregivers are listed in South Portland, ME

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in South Portland, ME

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Grace G.


Scarborough, ME

$25-35/hr

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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...
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Mary A.


Westbrook, ME

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

I am interested in becoming a nanny. I have been a Special Education Teacher for several years. My favorite memories are activities and teaching moments with children including my children (twin boys then 20 months later a girl), niece/nephews, foster children, and my special needs children!!) So I am taking a bend in my career...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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!
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Kelsey C.


Westbrook, ME

$10-25/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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hi, I have recently graduated from University with a degree in Psychology. I am currently working on my prerequisites to go back to nursing school and looking for a full time nanny position. I'm comfortable taking care of many children, all ages, and pets too (I'm a big animal person)! I have years of experience working with...
Anna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Patrick C.


Gray, ME

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver Available Part Time

4.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I spent two years working at an art studio / day program for teens and adults with a wide range of developmental and physical disabilities. We helped our clients enhance their lives through art, music, field trips and spending time in the local community while maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Recently I've been...
4.0
"Mike is a hardworking and conscientious man who watches my son after school and school holidays. He is very reliable and enjoys working with kids. "

Josephine P.

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Nicole H.


Hollis Center, ME

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing, Happy And Patient Part/ Full Time Caregiver Available

I have been working with children with special needs for the past 5 years. More specifically, I am a certified Speech and Language therapy assistant which has given me so much experience. I find any gains children accomplish extremely rewarding, and love the look on their face when they have achieved something they have been...
5.0
"Nicole deserves 10 stars! We feel like we hit the lottery with her ever since she started working with our sister with Down Syndrome earlier this year. She is kind, patient, creative, outgoing, and an all-around sweetheart. We are so grateful that she chose to work...

Krista D.

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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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Jessie B.


Cumberland Center, ME

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Adventurous And Fun Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a Firefighter/EMT and I reside in Raymond. I have experience working with a range of children as little as 10 weeks to 13 years. I also have experience working with foster children and children with special needs. I also have experience with children with anxiety disorders. Additionally, I have worked with numerous...
Jessie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Although she wasn't always on time she was very dedicated to the job. She is very reliable and has wonderful boundaries and morals to watching little kids. My kids loved her! We only let her go because we finally got off a wait list for a pre-k program in a...

Lindsay B.

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...
Hello! My name is Zoey and I'm a sophomore at the University of New England studying Special Education and Elementary Education. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old with all ages. I have worked as a float teacher in a daycare for the last 3 years with children 6 weeks-5 years of age. Additionally, I have been a...
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Mia C.


Saco, ME

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Science And Outdoors Lover

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an outdoor educator at The Ecology School in Saco, Maine, and I'm currently looking for some work during our off-season. I'm currently studying to be a high school science teacher and I love getting kids excited about science. I've been through the whole rigorous college prep school to top University pipeline (I attened...
Mia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Hayley D.


Biddeford, ME

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

I'm currently a teacher at the Margaret Murphy Center for Children in Auburn. I'm responsible for 2 little girls that have autism and other developmental delays. The kids I take care of at school are low-functioning and predominantly non-verbal. I teach them functional life skills using applied behavioral analysis school. I...
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Jessica L.


Orrs Island, ME

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Fun-Loving Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience

I love caring for kids. Besides being a Nanny I have worked as: a Special Needs Caregiver, Preschool Teacher's Aide, Tutor, Sunday School Teacher, YMCA Jr. Leader, and 24 Hr. Fitness Kid's Club Attendant. These different experiences have led me to become the fun-loving nanny that I am today. When not working as a Nanny I...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jessica L.


Orrs Island, ME

$26-27/hr5 yrs exp

Here To Help: Full Time Or Part Time

I have a lot of diverse experience working with children of all ages: Jr. Leader for the YMCA, Kid's Club attendant at 24 Hr. Fitness, teaching Sunday school from grades K-5, a nanny, and an after school tutor for public schools. My experience has led to my desire to aid kids with special needs. I'm here to help. Please tell me...
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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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Ashley C.


Saco, ME

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Ashley and I am currently a college sophomore at a state university working towards my degree in Special Education. I have an overwhelming amount of experience for someone at my age. I have been babysitting children who are typical, and children with various kinds of handicaps since the age of 10. Summers during...
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Cydni M.


Saco, ME

$18-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I really enjoy working with children and have been babysitting since a young age, I have many nieces and nephews who I grew up watching as well as family friends children etc. I do in home care for a living taking care of seniors but have also cared for children with special needs. I also have house cleaning experience as well!...
Cydni can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jennifer D.


Windham, ME

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

Cared For My Mom

Hi! My mom had early onset Alzheimer's and I took care of her for 8 years until she passed away in my home. I learned a lot from caring from my mom and would love to help care for your loved one. It can take a lot out on a family and having someone help gives the family a much needed break. I learned that a little late with my...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in South Portland, ME

Patrick C.

4.0

Mike is a hardworking and conscientious man who watches my son after school and school holidays. He is very reliable and enjoys working with kids.

- Josephine P.

Nicole H.

5.0

Nicole deserves 10 stars! We feel like we hit the lottery with her ever since she started working with our sister with Down Syndrome earlier this year. She is kind, patient, creative, outgoing, and an all-around sweetheart. We are so grateful that she chose to work with our family!

- Krista D.

Jessie B.

5.0

Although she wasn't always on time she was very dedicated to the job. She is very reliable and has wonderful boundaries and morals to watching little kids. My kids loved her! We only let her go because we finally got off a wait list for a pre-k program in a daycare and could not afford to do both...

- Lindsay B.

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