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Karen S.


Boothbay, ME

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Creative Caregiver

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I love kids. Ever since I was 8 years old and my little brother was born, I have loved being around kids. I have a lot of experience with long-term child care gigs, substitute teaching and 1:1 aide work with special needs kids. I am experienced with everything, from infants to young teens. I would love the opportunity to get to...
Karen can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jessica L.


Orrs Island, ME

$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun-Loving Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience

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

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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"Jessica was the nanny of our baby girl for the last two years--she was dependable, trustworthy, and loving, all the qualities we had hoped for in someone looking after our precious child. She was fun yet firm, helping our daughter learn while allowing her to enjoy...

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Gabrielle B.


Brunswick, ME

$15-19/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello. I am an ed tec in my school's special education department. I have also worked as a BHP in the past. I don't have a lot of formal training but I'm happy to do what I can.
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Olivia W.


Waldoboro, ME

$28-32/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a reliable, kind, and creative caregiver with over 18 years of experience nurturing children from newborns to young teenagers. My background also includes caring for children and adults with special needs, offering compassionate and individualized support. I'm passionate about early childhood development and enjoy reading...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Summer W.


Phippsburg, ME

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available

Hi There, My name is Summer. I am a mature woman, married, with 2 adult children ages 20 and 23. I am a part time nanny. I love the flexibility and diversity of both positions! Some clients employ me to do both! In my personal life I have experience with autism, add and adhd. I must note; I have no formal training in this area....
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Nichelle M.


Topsham, ME

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Ray Of Sunshine

I have experience babysitting children of all ages and all different personalities. I am willing to help run errands and pick up around the house. I have worked with special needs children in school and am fairly comfortable with it. I love to watch children's personalities blossom and understand that it takes some children time...
Nichelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Jessica L.


Orrs Island, ME

$26-27/hr • 5 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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Shelby I.


Bath, ME

$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Variety Is The Spice!

Hi there! I am looking to broaden my horizons, meet new people, experience new adventures and create some changes of scenery. I am a caregiver at heart. I have over 20 years of experience providing supports to folks with varying degrees of disabilities and of all ages, shapes and sizes! I come with a carefree attitude and a...
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Katelyn A.


Bath, ME

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

I've worked alongside individuals with various special needs on and off throughout my time in high school and college. This is my passion, and I would love to keep going with this work.
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Ashley S.


Brunswick, ME

$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter Who Loves To Cook, Interact, And Most Importantly Have Fun!

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. I am 21 years old and currently at Junior studying at Rhode Island College. I am studying Psychology with a minor in behavioral neuroscience. At the age of 16 years old I helped run a day program at my high school where we would set up activities for...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Melissa G.


Brunswick, ME

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Need Summertime Care? I'm Available Weekly.

I have years of experience working with children in a variety of settings to include running my own daycare, providing mental health supports as a BHP and Children's Case Manager, to my current position in education in mainstream schools and Special Ed programs. I am creative, love to support children in their interests and am...
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Kelly B.


Bath, ME

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver With An RN Background

I was a nurse (RN) before I had children. I stopped nursing to raise a family, which I have, and am now ready to re-enter the workforce. I have let my RN license expire unfortunately. So, although I have not worked for specific clients, I have worked with many, many patients with various special needs. I went into nursing...
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Sara B.


Newcastle, ME

$30/hr • 10 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: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Victoria M.


Bremen, ME

$20-39/hr • 10 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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Emily F.


Brunswick, ME

$30/hr • 15 yrs exp

Trained Doula And Certified Lactation Consultant

Trained Doula and certified lactation consultant looking to help care for your little one in the early days of your journey together. I have extensive experience as a nanny and educator including experience with special needs children. I look forward to connecting with your family.
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
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Mary B.


Harpswell, ME

$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Works In Functional Life Skills Classroom

I have been working with children with special needs for over 15 years. I have worked one on one with a child with Epilepsy and have plenty of experience with children with Autism and Learning Disabilities.
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Sharon M.


Newcastle, ME

$15-30/hr • 10 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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