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Jennifer C.


Scarborough, ME

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

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I was previously a probation officer. I helped many people with patience and kindness. I also have a special needs son who has helped me grow and learn. I am a positive, educated, passionate person and would love to share my knowledge and compassion with the youth of the future to bring some compassion back to the world. One...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Mary Kate F.


Portland, ME

$10-15/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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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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Kimberley W.


Scarborough, ME

$30-47/hr10 yrs exp

Homehealth Professional

I have many years of experience with Parkinson's and dementia. I understand the progression of the neurological disease and Iam comfortable in all stages of the disease .
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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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April C.


Standish, ME

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Adventure Loving Experienced Caretaker And Teacher

For 30 years I have enjoyed working with children in different employment areas that includes Nanny, daycare centers as lead preschool teacher, PreK art teacher, Summer Recreation Director, one on one special needs Ed Tech and substitute teacher in the public school system. Trainings and certifications include Early Childcare,...
April can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Cassandra M.


Portland, ME

$10-15/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...
In my earlier years, I worked with people with disabilities in a variety of ways from - day programming to individuals that were non verbal and/ or suffered a brain injury. I have a magnitude of knowledge and experience beginning in college leading to personal and professional experience. Next, early on in my career, I...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there! My name is Madison, and I've been sitting for the past decade. I have worked both privately and as an associate teacher at a daycare for infant-to-preschool aged children. I am Red Cross certified in babysitting, First Aid, and CPR, and I have an excellent driving record. I have been employed consistently since I...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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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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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, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Amelia T.


South Portland, ME

$18-23/hr8 yrs exp

Date Night Babysitter For Families With Children With Special Needs

Hello! I recently graduated from Lesley University and am currently working as a Developmental Specialist doing Early Intervention therapy. I have experience working with kids with all different types of special needs for the past 5 years and I would love to be your go to date night baby sitter!
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Chriss S.


Portland, ME

$15-40/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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Madison S.


Scarborough, ME

$22-30/hr6 yrs exp

Ready To Help You!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for the past 6 years and have been a summer nanny for the past 4 years. I have also worked in a preschool! I am currently studying to be an occupational therapist and I have experience with children with special needs. I am happy to run any errands needed and help with anything around the house! Hope to...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

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,...
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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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: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kate L.


Portland, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Having worked with children in a variety of settings for over 15 years I have experience in it all! I have worked in homes, school, camps, and private tutoring. I enjoying caring for children of all ages and personalities. Most recently I have been working at a school for children with autism and special needs providing...
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Nyanen D.


Portland, ME

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

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

Savanna S.


Portland, ME

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Patient, Fun, Educated Nanny - Full-time

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Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

*** Currently not available full-time but open to occasional babysitting gigs! Hello there! I am an artist and graduate from Maine College of Art and have been a nanny full-time for over 8 years as well as experience in daycare or classroom/camp setting. I have cared for 2-4 children at a time, ranging from 2 months-12 years...
Savanna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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"I'm a FTM and Savanna watched my first daughter so I could go back to work. I was nervous at first having never been a mom before but Savanna put me at ease and I realized that she knew way more then me! She was amazing with my daughter, always punctual and...

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