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Sarah B.

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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Occupational Therapy Graduate

Durham, NH

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$10/hr
My name is Nadia and I recently graduated from the University of New Hampshire with my undergraduate degree in Occupational Science. I am continuing on to receive my masters in Occupational Therapy in September. I love the field I have chosen and am passionate for those with developmental disabilities and other special needs. I...
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Durham, NH

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$28/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Catherine, but I go by Cat. I am from Rockland County, NY. I graduated with my nursing degree this May :) I grew up with babysitters as both of my parents worked full time. As I grew up I began to watch my brother and my cousins. This than shifted to more formal babysitting gigs and then I worked for 4 years at...
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Will Play Dress Up And Bake

Durham, NH

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
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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Time With Thea

Durham, NH

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
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My name is Theanda. I am 27 years old. I am passionate about young children's development and enjoy caring for children of all ages. I graduated in May 2021 with my Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I have over five years of experience working with children of all ages. I have worked with special needs...
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Durham, NH

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
Hi! My name is Lorea, and I'm an incoming senior at the University of New Hampshire, majoring in Therapeutic Recreation. I have over five years of experience as a babysitter and nanny, caring for children from 1 month to 10 years old, including those with special needs. I'm CPR certified and hold a BLS (Basic Life Support)...
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Durham, NH

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
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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Part-Time Caregiver

Greenland, NH

5.0(0)
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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 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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Caregiver

Rye, NH

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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 10 years from 4 weeks to 15 years old. I also have a lot of experience with special needs children. I have my own transportation to travel back and forth as...

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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Caregiver For Children And Pets

Dover, NH

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am a mother of 2 children and 2 grandchildren, retired with a cat and small senior dog , And enjoy keeping active

Kari W. says "Jill currently still helps with my 2 toddler aged children. She is always on time, the kids love her, and they are always up to something super fun! "

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Rollinsford, NH

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
I used to teach special needs cheerleading and would love to get back into caring for special needs. Happy to answer any questions you may have!
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Kittery, ME

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Mother of 3, high school basketball coach, special needs experience from 1-18 years of age. Fit, fun and confident with all ages!

Care Member says "Janelle was a fantastic nanny for our 21 month old daughter. She was punctual, attentive, and brought positive energy with her during her visits. I...

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Senior Care

Somersworth, NH

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
Meal prep
errands
dementia
light cleaning
transportation
I'm from Brazil and I'm 39 years old. I've been living here for 4 years. I have experience helping patients with dementia, Alzheimer's, and children with special needs. I consider myself dedicated, patient, and kind. I also love animals. I'm a Physical Therapist, with a broad range of expertise in various areas of Physical...

James M. says "Gabi is the most compassionate person I know a truly special person ‼️compassionate loving helpful I can’t say enough good about her if she works with...

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Upbeat Experienced Sitter

Exeter, NH

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 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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Dover, NH

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello New Family, My name is Audrey. I am 26 years old and am looking for a family to spend my summer with. I have been babysitting since I was 10. During the school year I work as a school psychologist. I have worked with many individual families, in daycares, schools and love children of all ages. I have experience working...

Shannon T. says "Audrey was our nanny for our 3 month old for 3 months until heading back to grad school. She is punctual, reliable and quick thinking. As a new mom I was...

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Kittery, ME

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$26/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello Families! My name is Yasmine, and I'm currently looking for a nanny position in the area. Working with kids is something I've always been passionate about, and I've been doing so for 9 years now. I'm the eldest of two wonderful "little" sisters who are on a trajectory to soon tower over me. I am CPR and First-Aid...
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Loving Nanny

Rye, NH

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a cheerful, positive and respectful person. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs. I am someone who loves the outdoors and believe that too much TV is never a good thing. Playing outside, playing games and encouraging children to use their imagination is...
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Jade

Somersworth, NH

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
I am a Licensed Nurse who works per diem at a local hospital. I am also a mother to four daughters. I have many years experience taking care of elderly clients in their homes. In addition, I have many years experience caring for children. I worked with a pediatric special needs client for almost two years, and I worked in a...
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Kittery, ME

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Hi there! I'm nearly 46 years old with an 11-year-old daughter who has high functioning autism. She was diagnosed at 2. 5 so we've had a journey and some luck to get her early interventions. All of this led me to want to understand more and be involved with special needs individuals. I spent 2 years at the high school in my town...
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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

Jill H.

Jill currently still helps with my 2 toddler aged children. She is always on time, the kids love her, and they are always up to something...

- Kari W.

Janelle D.

Janelle was a fantastic nanny for our 21 month old daughter. She was punctual, attentive, and brought positive energy with her during her...

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