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35 special needs child care are listed in Portland, ME
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 6 years
Special needs child care in Portland, ME
Kelsey L.
Portland, ME
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Kelsey, and I have watched children between the ages of 6 months and 12 years old. Babysitting was my first job as a kid, as is the case for many. The thing with me, however, is that I never actually stopped. For as long as I can remember I have done some form of childcare on the side of my jobs, and I love it....
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I am passionate about caring for and teaching children with special needs. I am a certified BHP (Behavior Health Professional) with experience working with children in both the home and school settings. In addition, I have provided Nanny services for children with special needs.
Colleen T.
Portland, ME
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Care Taker With A Passion For Working With Others
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I am a 30-year-old female with many years experience as a care taker for all kinds of individuals. Everyday I push myself to be as patient and creative as possible with the people I am working with. I have 6 years nannying experience and 5 in childcare/caretaking. I love keeping active and creative at work! Prior to nannying, I...
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I have experience with a 10-year-old child who needs special attention. I helped him to become an active member of the community. Independence and personal growth were what I always encouraged. Learning essential life skills was always my goal when it came to my daily routine with the child.
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My name is Kendra and I graduated from college with a degree in Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies and currently getting my Bachelors in Nursing! I have always been passionate about working with individuals with disabilities. I have experience working with teenagers with autism. I also worked with an individual with a...
Maggie M.
Portland, ME
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I am a substitute teacher at a public middle school where I often work in classrooms supporting students with a large variety of needs. I am very comfortable working with students with ADHD, anxiety, autism, Down's syndrome, and other verbal or physical disabilities. I am very enthusiastic and oriented towards positivity. I am...
Kate L.
Portland, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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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I graduated from university in 2020 with a psychology degree. After that I worked as a registered behavioral technician, working with kids who have autism and other behavioral/developmental disabilities. I worked with kids of ages 2-13. I love working with kids and teaching them new things! :)
Chriss S.
Portland, ME
$15-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
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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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I currently provide after school care for an 11-year-old girl with Downs Syndrome. I have been an in-school assistant for a 3-year-old with MS and a 4-year-old with autism. I was an individual developmental therapist for CDS.
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My career working with children started when I was a kid myself- babysitting at the age of 11. I enjoyed babysitting during high school and college so much that it led me to my career of working with children. I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with a masters in Special Education and Applied Behavior Analysis. After...
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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...
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I am just finishing a position that I have had since September. My client is a spinal cord injured gentleman (quadriplegic). My roll was to cook and feed breakfast, brush his teeth, stretching and movement exercises. Some light household chores. He is moving to another state.
Mary A.
Westbrook, ME
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Special Education Teacher Taking A Bend In Career
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Hi Caring Parent(s),
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 and a girl 20 months younger, nieces and nephews, foster children, and the special needs children I have...
Mary K.
Westbrook, ME
$22-25/hr
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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...
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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...
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...
Katie W.
Scarborough, ME
$22-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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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!
Sarah D.
Scarborough, ME
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I am a young professional looking for part-time work as I build my business in Portland. I have a masters degree in clinical social work and practice independently in the Portland area. I have 9 years of nannying experience and have worked with children consistently in my field for the past 3 years. I have experience watching 4...
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I Have work with adults and children with special needs for a long time over 20 years after that.
And and worked at the Portland boys and girls club for 10 years plus in between. I worked at the club for another three years I have a lot of experience with children. And I would love to take care of You're Children if you choose...
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