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Samantha W.

Barrington, NH

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. For seven years, I've dedicated myself to fostering a safe and stimulating environment where children can thrive. My approach is energetic and imaginative, and I love engaging kids with outdoor sports, board games, and educational activities. I am very comfortable...
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BHP

Berwick, ME

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$23/hr
I love babysitting kids and pets because they're the best kind of company anyone can ask for. Kids are innocent, pure and can make you laugh with the things they do and the imagination they have. And pets, well, they are everyone's fur babies, and just down right are loyal and love until the end. I currently work as a line Cook...
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Durham, NH

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hi my name is Gillian F. I'm currently a freshman at UNH where I am majoring in human development and family studies and planning on minoring in ASL, I am also apart of the field hockey and best buddies program at UNH! I joined the best buddies program in 2015 and have continued to be apart of the program throughout 2020. My mom...
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Hello

Rochester, NH

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Heather. I have been a caregiver for over 10 years now. I enjoy the opportunity to help families care for their loved ones. I have worked with special needs, dementia, and hospice. I have worked both at home and in facilities. I am available most days I do have a full-time job, so hours Might fluctuate a little....
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Part-time Caregiver Available Starting In September

Durham, NH

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I am going into my senior year at UNH as an occupational therapy student. I am passionate about helping those who may have different physical and/or mental limitations. When I am not in New Hampshire during the school year, I work back home in Massachusetts as an aide in a nursing home, that specializes in dementia care, and as...
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Will Play Dress Up And Bake

Durham, NH

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
I have 2 years of experience where I worked as a nursing assistant with children with special needs. I can help with light housekeeping, laundry, errands, and grocery shopping.
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Somersworth, NH

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I'm a mother of four children. Two are adults and now living on their own, and two are younger and living with me. Ages 10 and 13. My 13-year-old daughter was diagnosed with ADD, ODD, and anxiety. We have been working through her challenges. I've worked in childcare for about 10 years, and currently, I'm working at an elementary...
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Barrington, NH

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$14/hr
I have been a nanny since leaving college, I was going to take a LNA class but didn't want to be in nursing homes during COVID as I live with an at risk family member. I am now vaccinated and in a different living situations and am ready to re-enter the world and offer my helping hand!
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Somersworth, NH

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$30/hr
6 years experience
I'd describe my personality as calm, dependable, patient I started caring for people with special needs in 2019
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Eliot, ME

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
My name is Teri and I have been a Nanny/Household manager for over 15+ years. I am looking for a new PT position as we recently relocated from MA to Eliot, ME. I am currently commuting M-W-F to MA and I am hoping to find something closer to our new home to fill in my schedule. I have experience with children of all ages, as well...

Care Member says "Teri was amazing with my 2 kids, who are both autistic. She had a great bond with them and always took care of them the way I would have. Definitely...

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Eliot, ME

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a career Nanny with 15+ years of experience. My most recent position was caring for 2 siblings both autistic. I worked closely with the parents and therapists to ensure they both were growing and developing to their fullest potential. We maintained a very structured scheduled and followed ABA guidelines and programs to...
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Durham, NH

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
respite care
dementia
+ 1 more
I've been taking care of those for special needs and disabilities for years. I was also a caretaker for my grandmother with dementia for 4+ years. I love creating bond, making sure their quality of life is fulfilling, and giving the best service I can. Message me !
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Durham, NH

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$10/hr
3 years experience
I have had a vast amount of experience caregiving for different individuals ranging in age and disability status. From 6 months old to older adults, I have loved the ability to support and care for individuals and equally as important their families. I have worked with individuals with physical disabilities, autism, cerebral...
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Eliot, ME

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
After 19 years of teaching special education in a life skills program at both the elementary and the high school levels, I'm looking forward to using my skills to work with a child or children with severe disabilities in a private setting. I have a degree in music therapy and graduate degree in education. I have always been...
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Durham, NH

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Bringing over a decade of experience working with children of all ages and being a young mother myself, I'm passionate about providing nurturing and dependable care for your family. My background includes early childhood development coursework, a degree in Human Development, and experience supporting children with special needs....
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Caregiver

Rye, NH

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Due to my schedule, I am only available after 5 p.m. during the week, but I am available at all hours over the weekend! Are you looking for a sitter who's experienced, reliable, and fun? You've come to the right profile! Hello, my name is Alexys and I have been working with children for over 10years from 4 weeks to 15 years...

Care Member says "My kids absolutely adore Alexys!! We found Alexys about 7 years ago through care.com and she has been a part of our family ever since! I am so thankful...

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Upbeat Experienced Sitter

Exeter, NH

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Mari. I just recently moved to Charlotte for work and am looking for some part time gigs. I am an upbeat and bubbly sitter that has been in the babysitting scene for a little over eight years. I was a Special Olympics coach for five years so I feel comfortable with those with learning disabilities or special...

Mariam L. says "My children, ages 13, 10 and 6, have loved having Mari as their babysitter over the past year and a half. They are always excited when she comes over! She...

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Caregiver Available

Raymond, NH

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I grew up with a brother that was special needs and was always hands on with his care and exercises. My brother suffers from a muscle disorder that has him wheelchair bound, and needs to be fed, clothed, assisted with dressing, bathing and toileting. I have always had a passion for taking care of people, of all ages. I have in...

Kim B. says "Donna helped care for my husband who had ALS. She is a knowledgeable and competent caregiver. She is also passionate and compassionate. She not only cared...

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Part-Time Caregiver

Greenland, NH

5.0(0)
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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have a passion for working with children and have had the opportunity to care for them for the last 10 years. Over the last decade I have cared for families as both a nanny, regular babysitter, as well as a one time babysitter. I have experience with children from all ages as well as multiples and children with special needs.
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Rochester, NH

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
8 years experience
I have been working with Autistic children in the Ellis School for 8 years. I work with troubled and challenging teen through ISN and being a Foster parent and I also provide respite.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.89/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Dover, NH

Special Needs Caregivers in Dover, NH are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Teri P.

Teri was amazing with my 2 kids, who are both autistic. She had a great bond with them and always took care of them the way I would have....

- Care member

Alexys Z.

My kids absolutely adore Alexys!! We found Alexys about 7 years ago through care.com and she has been a part of our family ever since! I am...

- Care member

Mari M.

My children, ages 13, 10 and 6, have loved having Mari as their babysitter over the past year and a half. They are always excited when she...

- Mariam L.

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