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Jessica S.


Spruce Head, ME

$13-30/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Jessica. We recently moved back to the area after being stationed 4 years in Southern Maryland with the Coast Guard. I have my bachelors degree in social and behavioral sciences with a minor in early childhood studies. While in Maryland, I worked for the county at a summer camp and at the child development...
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Karry L.


Spruce Head, ME

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have had a long history working with children. From babysitting, being a nanny, and a nurse in a group home with teenage moms. There I had the opportunity to teach and encourage the teen moms while overseeing the care of their newborns to 2 yr olds. I have a special needs child and have learned so much from my little guy as...
Karry can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kylie L.


Warren, ME

$15-18/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

I am a fun, laid back, kind hearted person who will always put the safety of kids first! I am CPR and first aid certified and have helped my mom throughout my whole life watching children with and without special needs. I know how to cook and clean. Kids are amazing and I love being around them! I have a 1yr old son who I have...
Kylie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"I have spent a lot of time with Kylie and she has watched my two young daughters a few times for me. She is very sweet with them, cleans up after herself and the girls. She is respectful, follows directions ,and keeps rules. Very trustworthy and reliable. I highly...

Noelle W.

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Amanda P.


Warren, ME

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Perfect Nanny For Your Kids

2.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children of all ages for over 25 years. I have cared for special needs as well as typically developing kids. I can offer several references. I love to play with the kids rather than just let them be. I especially love infants and toddlers.
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Susan P.


Rockland, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education teacher for 25 years, encapsulating all areas of need from ADHD to Autism. Foster mom for therapeutic level children, opened and managed several group homes for children. Program Manager for facilities with adults with developmental disabilities.
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Selena H.


Rockland, ME

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Educational Technician And Sitter

Throughout my years pursuing my degree, I have worked extensively with children and adolescents on the spectrum, those with learning disabilities or behavioral struggles, and some with traumatic brain injuries. I base much of my approach to working with these individuals on Montessori practices, sensory stimulation and...
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Olivia W.


Waldoboro, ME

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Update: I am unavailable this summer as I will be getting into a rhythm with my own newborn and will be entirely focused on taking care of her. Starting in September I may have availability for mid-afternoons-evenings during the week as well as weekend days. I am reliable, kind, and creative and have over 18 years of...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Olivia is the kindest, most empathetic caregiver. She worked with us through a major separation anxiety issue with our baby, providing calm, gentle care even when he was the opposite. She anticipates needs, adapts to the children, and in general is the best...

Jennifer W.

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Sabrina C.


Camden, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I have a flexible schedule and can work around your needs. I have experience caring for children aged 1-16 as well as special needs (aged 12-16). I also would love to help care for pets and the household. I support outdoor playtime whenever possible and can also assist with homework time. I'm located in Lincolnville but...
Sabrina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Victoria M.


Bremen, ME

$20-39/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse Available For Childcare To Senior Care

I am a semi retired nurse of 32 years. I am married and mother to 4 grown children. I have been a host mother to a girl from China for 3 years. I recently returned from a visit to see my daughter and her children in Seattle. Her husband is deployed and she works full time nights. I spent most of the time with my...
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Sara B.


Newcastle, ME

< $10/hr10 yrs exp

Private Duty Caregiver / Companion / Housekeeper

I have 33 years of experience with the senior and special needs population. That experience covers respite care, home care, grief support, companionship, and transportation. I am able and willing to assist with meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation to doctor appointments, hair appointments, grocery shopping,...
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Sara B.


Newcastle, ME

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Private Duty Caregiver / Companion / Housekeeper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 32 years of experience with the senior and special needs population. That experience covers respite care, home care, grief support, companionship, and transportation. I am able and willing to assist with meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation to doctor appointments, hair appointments, grocery shopping,...
Sara can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, respite care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Hi! I have 4 years of experience working with both special needs children and infant-preschool age children. I'm currently a stay at home mom to a wonderful 1-year-old girl! With the current rates of Childcare, I'm looking for a job where I can have her with me. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping.
Mercedes can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Meridith G.


Bristol, ME

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider With Years Of Experience In Behavioral Support And Meeting Kids Where They Are.

Hi, my name is Meridith and I have been working in the Early Childhood Education field for over 15 years. I have taught, cared for and worked with children ages 6 weeks through 18 years old. My specialty is children with special needs. Most recently, I was a Childcare Director running a program with 100 children and families and...
Meridith can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Sharon M.


Newcastle, ME

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have worked with clients experiencing all types of disabilities, from dementia/Parkinson's/brain injuries/ALS to name a few. I have also worked with those with different degrees of paralyzed injuries. I have enjoyed most every private case or resident when working in facilities I have encountered. I love people, am passionate...

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