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Corinne W.

Caregiver Available

Gorham, ME

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
- Only currently available for weeknight and weekend services - Hi there! My name is Corinne! I am in the Westbrook/Portland ME area. I currently work for SMHC as an inpatient behavioral therapist. I graduated from Lesley University with my master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Music Therapy. I have been...

Care Member says "Very easy to communicate with, showed up on time and was super sweet with our 20 month old son. This was our first time using care.com for an out of...

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Gorham, ME

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Certified Behavioral Health Professional First AID & CPR certified. Currently employed as a section 28 Children's Service Coordinator, matching BHP's with children on my case load. Experience working with children of all ages. Experience working with childhood mental health and developmental disabilities.
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Patient, Kind, And Easy-going

Gorham, ME

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Hello, I'm a Smith College student with a passion for providing compassionate care. Drawing from my experience working with children and young adults facing cognitive and mobility difficulties, I am dedicated to offering a supportive and enriching environment. As a caregiver, my focus extends beyond physical assistance to...
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Gorham, ME

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$27/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am fortunate to say that I have lived in Maine my whole life. I love all things outdoors & spending time with my favorite people. Another passion of mine for as long as I can remember, is caregiving. From a very young age, I always found myself drawn to little ones. They have always brought out the best in me and having the...
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Flexible, Easy-going, And Experienced

Gorham, ME

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'm currently seeking a full-time childcare position in Southern Maine. I'm a student at Smith College, originally from Northern Maine. I have a valid drivers license and a clean driving record. I have over four years of hands-on childcare experience, including caring for infants as young as 3 months and working with children...
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Gorham, ME

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I have a bachelors degree in therapeutic recreation. I have recently worked as a special ed teacher in our local public school department. I have a background in early childhood education and have worked with special needs populations in alternative and adaptive settings. I am a mom of 3 as well! We spend our days on the farm,...
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Grad Student With Lots Of Newborn And Childcare Experience!

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a grad student at USM, looking to nanny in my free time! I am a trained midwife, yoga teacher, and postpartum doula. I have a lot of newborn care experience, as well as a range of other ages, and I also have experience working with children with special needs and/or disabilities. I have been babysitting and nannying since I...

Alana D. says "Cassandra is not only capable in the logistical and practical sense -- punctual, polite, generous, and knowledgeable -- she is also an intuitive and kind...

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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
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
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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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Scarborough, ME

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi! I'm Samika and I'm 26 years old. I'm a licensed Nail Technician and own my own business which makes me extremely flexible as I make my own schedule! I've been doing childcare for 13 years for multiple families throughout the Portland and surrounding areas. I've watched children ages Newborn-15 years old. I do have training...

Kate C. says "Greatest babysitter we've ever had! She is always on time and the kids love her. She is a very responsible driver and I trust her driving my 2 young...

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Nurturing, Happy And Patient Part/ Full Time Caregiver Available

Hollis Center, ME

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been working with children with special needs for the past 5 years. More specifically, I am a certified Speech and Language therapy assistant which has given me so much experience. I find any gains children accomplish extremely rewarding, and love the look on their face when they have achieved something they have been...

Krista D. says "Nicole deserves 10 stars! We feel like we hit the lottery with her ever since she started working with our sister with Down Syndrome earlier this year....

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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
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 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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Scarborough, ME

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello everyone! I'm looking to provide care for kiddos who are of walking age. I have over 20 years experience caring for children both in-home & within school settings. During the school year, I work full-time as an assistant teacher for special needs children in a preschool in Scarborough. I am CPR and first aid certified and...

Monica P. says "Christie currently cares for our 4 year old and 1 year old one afternoon a week. Occasionally, she also takes care of our 6 year old (dependent on his...

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Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$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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Au-Pair

Portland, ME

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$10/hr
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
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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Saco, ME

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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
I really enjoy working with children and have been babysitting since a young age, I have many nieces and nephews who I grew up watching as well as family friends children etc. I am currently a preschool/toddler teacher at a daycare! I have years experience in home care for a taking care of seniors but have also cared for...
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Recent Medical Graduate, Lover Of Outdoors

Scarborough, ME

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'm graduating medical school this spring and seeking short-term job opportunities before I begin family medicine residency. I have several years of child care experience prior to medical school, as well as 3 years working at Boston Children's Hospital. I have also taught swim lessons to children of all ages and children with...
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Westbrook, ME

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 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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Nanny Looking For FT/PT Gig

Windham, ME

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hey there! My name is Ana! I am a college student looking a PT nanny position. I have experience working with children at a special needs preschool, as well as working for a family in high school. I have weekly morning availability, while I also waitress nights. Also, I am open to providing transportation, light housekeeping,...
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South Portland, ME

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$24/hr
3 years experience
I seek to provide compassionate care that maintains the dignity, respect and privacy of the child and their family. I am a registered behavior technician and have a history of providing applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy, along with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Empathy,...
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Portland, ME

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$21/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Hannah and I'm an energetic and creative 27-year-old. I have a degree in Theatre, and a passion for childcare. I have experience with ages 6 months-22 years, the bulk of it being with ages 2-3. I have experience working with students with special needs, both in a preschool setting and a high school setting. I...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.67/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 Gorham, ME

Special Needs Caregivers in Gorham, ME are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Corinne W.

Very easy to communicate with, showed up on time and was super sweet with our 20 month old son. This was our first time using care.com for...

- Care member

Cassandra M.

Cassandra is not only capable in the logistical and practical sense -- punctual, polite, generous, and knowledgeable -- she is also an...

- Alana D.

Karen S.

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

- Sharrie P.

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