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Jennifer S.


Winthrop, ME

$25-50/hr

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Hello my name is Jen! I offer residential, turn cleans & small commercial property cleaning services! I also offer errands, transportation, in home child/senior & pet care! I determined a long time ago that the career I chose had to include helping others! I'd be more than happy to discuss details and answer any questions you...
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Kelly H.


Leeds, ME

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've always loved children and I used to help my mom babysit and then babysat on my own as a teenager. I have cared for children in my home and theirs. I have also worked at a couple of daycares. I have 2 boys of my own ages 12 and 19. I have experience with newborn to young adults and special needs. I've also cared for twins...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Kelly was absolutely fantastic with my twin girls. she cared for them a couple times a week for about 5 months. The only reason she doesn't anymore is due to making the decision for me to be a stay at home mom. She was always on time and communicated very well, I...

Ally N.

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Beth B.


Leeds, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny And House Keeping

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have more than 20 yrs experience. I am vaccinated plus booster. I raised 2 sons with my Merchant Marine spouse who was away often. I was an Elem Ed teacher for 15 yrs.( including Special needs for 5 yrs.) I was lucky to care for 2 of 3 kiddos for 2 yrs in their home. I began with their 2 yr old who started preschool once I was...
Beth can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Beth became like family to us. She is kind, patient, creative, hard working, and honest. Definitely a God send to any family lucky enough to have her."

Rikki W.

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Cassandra B.


Readfield, ME

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Dependable Babysitter With Over 15 Years Of Experience Caring For Kids Of All Ages

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

My babysitting strengths include: -Building awesome blanket forts -Dropping everything for a spontaneous dance party -Enjoying the outdoors (especially summer swimming!) -Encouraging creativity -Managing kids busy schedules, keeping things organized but fun! -Loving family pets (scared of snakes though!) On a more serious note,...
Cassandra can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Working with Cassandra has truly been a pleasure. She is punctual, dependable, creative, and engages our three children in activities with ease (even household chores). We initially hired Cassandra to watch our kids a few times a month for dates nights or the...

Sandy B.

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Beth B.


Leeds, ME

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Provider

I have worked in the public school system in Maine for almost 5 years with kiddos with special needs. I have worked with kids with developmental delays, cognitive delays, Down's Syndrome, Autism, and Asperger's Syndrome. I have also worked with children who can't walk or take food orally. I can chart bodily functions/and or...
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Amy H.


Manchester, ME

$27-40/hr4 yrs exp

Special Educator

I have worked as a BHP, Ed tech and for the last few years a special education teacher. I work with students on the Autism spectrum as well as students with Lows syndrome, Angelman syndrome, Williams syndrome, Down's syndrome, intellectual disabilities, motor impairments, speech and language delays including students who are non...
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Danielle F.


Hallowell, ME

$14-19/hr7 yrs exp

Care Giver

I absolutely love children and have worked with kids of all different ages and abilities. I have over 8 years of experience in child care. I have been a professional nanny, camp counselor, and baby sitter. I volunteer frequently with different organizations that improve the quality of life for children. Those groups range...
Danielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Emily B.


Augusta, ME

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

I have worked with a community organization assisting children and teens with various development disabilities with community integration. I also worked for two families helping their teenage children with tasks at home and in the community. I am passionate about helping individuals with development disabilities to live full...
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Brooke M.


Gardiner, ME

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since the age of 11 but I come from a large family and have been helping take care of kids since I was six. I am in college and going for a certificate in early childhood. I love kids and am great with all ages, boys and girls! (Though I have more experience with younger children) I have a license and my...
Brooke can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Trudyjune G.


Buckfield, ME

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time/ Part-Time Caregiver Elderly Or Special Needs Children And Adults

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a PSS/CRMA/DSP/CNA safety care certified. First Aid and CPR for adults and children. I have experience in working with adults/elderly and children with MR, Autism, nonverbal, severe MR, cancer, Down syndrome, Alzheimer's, Dementia, Rheumatoid Arthritis and ALS, quadriplegic care and strokes, detox off medications...
5.0
"She is very caring, reliable person and knows how to make her charge comfortable. She is clean, and professional."

Arthur S.

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Krystyna E.


Jay, ME

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

Hello, my name is Krystyna. I am currently looking to help a families part time, I have nannied off and on since high school, helping many families over the years. I have nannied for families with one child, and up to three children a time. I have experience with children with special needs as well. I was a collegiate swimmer...
Krystyna can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Melissa P.


Sabattus, ME

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

Experience working as an assistant teacher and Ed tech III for children with special needs. Love babies and am comfortable with pets.
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi! I have experience caring for autistic youth as young as 1-year-old. I can provide positive behavior support and care.
I've dedicated over five years to nurturing and enriching the lives of children as a childcare provider. My passion for fostering their growth and development stems from the joy I experienced in my previous childcare roles. Patience and creativity guide my approach, allowing me to create a safe and stimulating environment for...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

I'm a childcare provider with 3 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for working with children stems from the natural bond I've always had with them, making me the go-to babysitter for family and friends. As a patient, calm, and friendly individual, I prioritize open communication with parents, using...
Maggie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Brittany D.


Jay, ME

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

I've Taken Two Years Of A Early Program Multiple Cooking Classes And The CPR Seminar Twice.

I am 20 years old, Engaged mommy to be. I've taken two years of early childhood education. Several special needs redecorating and helping classes. I think I'm very Adaptable to new schedules and routines!
Brittany can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Melissa P.


Sabattus, ME

$20-40/hr3 yrs exp

I am trustworthy and reliable person with three years experience working as a BHP, Ed Tech lll for level three autism classroom, and assistant teacher for a special needs early education room.
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Randi-anne L.


Greene, ME

$20/hr5 yrs exp

About Randi-Anne

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have always loved working with children and watching them grow and reach new milestones. I love reading, arts and crafts, and spending time outside. Most of my experience is with infants, but I have worked with children of all ages. I have also worked with children with special needs. Working with infants is definitely...
Randi-anne can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lauryn B.


Augusta, ME

$15-40/hr5 yrs exp

My name is Lauryn and I am 25 years old. I am looking for part-time caregiving work with children and pets. I am also open to housesitting and helping out with errands if needed. I have 5+ years of experience working with children and am up to date on CPR and First Aid certification. I have a master's degree in counseling...
Lauryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jada L.


Buckfield, ME

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Summer Childcare

Hi there, my name is Jada and I am a mother and graduate student looking to provide childcare for the summer months. I have my CRHC and hold a bachelors degree in elementary education. I have experience working with children of all ages and have taught pre-k and first grade. I am currently in graduate school at USM and studying...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Winthrop, ME

Kelly H.

5.0

Kelly was absolutely fantastic with my twin girls. she cared for them a couple times a week for about 5 months. The only reason she doesn't anymore is due to making the decision for me to be a stay at home mom. She was always on time and communicated very well, I loved getting texts with updates or...

- Ally N.

Beth B.

5.0

Beth is simply the best nanny we've ever had! She is knowledgeable, dependable, kind and fun. Our two kids aged 2 and 6 have had Beth through the pandemic and this was critical for us both to work from home and the kids to have a trusted care taker and be able to attend remote school at the same...

- Igor K.

Cassandra B.

5.0

We hired Cassandra to watch our 2 year old daughter and she is PERFECT! She has spent the whole week with our little, and I couldn't ask for more. She is on time, professional, has really bonded with our daughter, actively engages her in games/outdoor activities/story time, preps meals for her,...

- Monica C.

Trudyjune G.

5.0

She is very caring, reliable person and knows how to make her charge comfortable. She is clean, and professional.

- Arthur S.

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