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Karen S.

Fun-loving, Friendly, Responsible and Compassionate

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I started babysitting at 13 for the neighborhood children. I had three or four families that I sat for on a regular basis, and I loved the children as much as they loved me. Unfortunately, as children do, they grew too old to be needing a sitter, though I still see them occasionally. While I am most comfortable with four or less...

Sharrie P. says "Loved to do crafts with the kids. Great with reading books to our kids."

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Part Time Care Giver

Falmouth, ME

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
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.
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Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Jess and I am currently working as an adult community case manager for adults with intellectual disabilities and an array of other diagnoses. I have experience with special needs and social work. I have received a degree in psychology and statistics from Stonehill College. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years...

Julie M. says " Jessica only worked for us for short time before heading off for a semester abroad, but she was on time, reliable, had fun with the kids, and got...

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Portland, ME

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
9 years experience
*currently looking for a full time summer nanny position* Hello! I am a graduate of UMaine with a degree in Sociology and I have 10+ years of professional childcare and educational experience. I also have tutored children and can help with remote learning. Additionally, I have experience working with children with special...

Benjamin W. says "Working alongside Sophie, I got to know how kindhearted and selfless she is. We worked together at a small home school, with kids who came to us...

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Lewiston, ME

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
dementia
I have worked as Direct Support Professional for 4 years plus, with kids and adults with special needs. I enjoyed working with adults and being able to help them in their daily life.
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Part-Time Senior Care

Auburn, ME

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have worked with a variety of people including seniors within their home environment, private duty, dementia and Alzheimer's aspects of the field. I have many years as a CNA in a hospital setting and a degree in Medical Assisting. I have an extensive background in intellectual disabilities as well as mental health and special...
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About Me

Sabattus, ME

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
home modification
errands
transportation
+ 1 more
My name is Hannah, I'm 36 years old and have 3 children of my own. My passion has always been supporting and working with adults with special needs, which I did from age 18 to 27. Currently, I work managing my father's family business but am in a position where I can offer more of my time to helping the community of people I...
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South Portland, ME

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I am looking to help families in need of services for children with special needs. I have 3 years of experience in providing care to ages 3-18-year-olds who have neurodevelopment disorders and psychiatric disorders such as ASD, OCD, PTSD, MDD, eating disorders and personality disorders, as well as children who have a history of...
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Windham, ME

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$18/hr
5 years experience
My name is Morgan. I am a dedicated childcare provider with five years of hands-on experience working with children ranging from 0 to 11 years old, including those with special needs. As a senior in high school, I am furthering my education by taking two college-level courses in Child Psychology and Early Childhood Education...
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Poland, ME

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
My name is Riley! I have a deep passion for early childhood development, especially the newborns. I have my bachelors in Family & Child Sciences from Florida State University and a graduate degree from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University. I was a long term nanny for a 1-year-old, a foster mom for two special needs children...
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Lewiston, ME

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi there! If you are looking for a kind and reliable caretaker then I am your girl! I am 22 years old, and I have multiple years of experience working with children on the spectrum. I have done work as a BHP in the past, and I have loved every second of it! I currently live in Maine but I am moving to Sherman Oaks on January...
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Au-Pair

Portland, ME

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$10/hr
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have worked with Special needs high level care. I worked for another family with 7 children. I provided meals, early childhood education and continued on to middle school homework with them. Riding to and from practices, games, recitals, Drs appts.
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Portland, ME

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Most of my experience with disabilities is lived: I have AuDHD. My nieces and nephews (not all blood related) are all on the spectrum; one until recently was considered nonverbal, but thanks to speech therapy while at school, now speaks in 5 word sentences!!! Besides that, I have cared for triplet toddlers with cognitive and...
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Gray, ME

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I have a girlfriend with a special needs child that I have interacted with for 15 years. She is going to be 18 soon but, because of her condition, she is developmentally 5 or 6. She has so much to offer and is so smart. I've watched her grow so much, in her own pace, and it is heartwarming to see her expand her horizons with all...
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Westbrook, ME

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! I am Kelsey & I'm 30 years old. I currently have a full time job however I'm looking to boost my income while doing things I enjoy. Pet Care: I currently volunteer with a local rescue. I have years of experience fostering dogs which includes bottle feeding puppies up to caring for senior dogs. I also have experience with...
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Lewiston, ME

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$18/hr
3 years experience
I have extensive experience in providing compassionate and attentive care to bed-ridden patients. My responsibilities included managing ostomy bags, utilizing Hoyer lifts for safe repositioning, administering feeding through tubes, and assisting with bed baths and showers to ensure patient comfort and dignity. Additionally, I...
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Part-time Caregiver (Weeknights And Sundays)

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
6 years experience
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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Experienced Nanny With A Background In Child Development & Special Needs Care

Portland, ME

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Amy, and I have years of experience working with children, including time as a nanny and in supportive care roles. I hold a minor in child development and family relations, as well as disability studies. I have extensive experience working with children and adults with special needs. I'm passionate about...
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Sabattus, ME

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$18/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Hannah, I'm 36 years old and have 3 children of my own. My passion has always been supporting and working with teenagers to adults with special needs, which I did from age 18 to 27. Currently, I work managing my father's family business but am in a position where I can offer more of my time to helping the community of...
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Portland, ME

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Emma, a professional nanny with more than a decade of experience. I grew up in Maine but have been living in Colorado for the better part of the last decade. After several years in the Tech Industry, I have decided to pursue childcare full time while working towards my Master of Speech Therapy. Upon graduating from...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Freeport, ME

Special Needs Caregivers in Freeport, ME are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Karen S.

Loved to do crafts with the kids. Great with reading books to our kids.

- Sharrie P.

Jessica B.

Jessica only worked for us for short time before heading off for a semester abroad, but she was on time, reliable, had fun with the kids,...

- Julie M.

Sophie V.

Working alongside Sophie, I got to know how kindhearted and selfless she is. We worked together at a small home school, with kids who came...

- Benjamin W.

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