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Danielle B.

Standish, ME

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hello! I'm Danielle , and I'm a Career Resource Specialist for individuals with disabilities. I'm on Care to offer my support. In addition to working with young adults and older who have disabilities, I used to work in a daycare for 5+ years with infants and toddlers. If you would like to chat more, I'd love for you to reach...
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Registered Nurse And Mom Looking To Care For A Child Who May Have Some Special Needs

Saco, ME

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$17/hr
6 years experience
I have many years experience working with people requiring special needs care. At this time I am seeking out a child to care for in my own home, who may need special assistance with some things. While I am qualified to do various levels of care, I prefer someone who does not require frequent extensive 1:1 assistance. I will be...
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Proud Nanny!

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$33/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
Hello there! My name is Alexyss and I am seeking a part time nanny position! I am flexible with scheduling. For the right fit I am willing to work more hours and cater to the needs of the family. I have a special connection with children, elderly people, animals, children and adults with special needs. Long story short I am a...

Adria K. says "Alexyss came to our family when our daughter was 18 months old and helped all of us navigate the tender transition into childcare. She was so patient with...

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Steep Falls, ME

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
Hi families! My name is Eliza. I've been in the child care field for 20 years and been nannying for the past 6 years. I'm a full time nanny through Elizabeth Sage at Portland Nannie's located in South Portland Maine. All of my families have been long term commitments. I have tons of experience with infants through elementary...
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Babysitter

Westbrook, ME

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi, I have recently graduated from University with a degree in Psychology. I am currently working on my prerequisites to go back to nursing school and looking for a full time nanny position. I'm comfortable taking care of many children, all ages, and pets too (I'm a big animal person)! I have years of experience working with...
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Experienced Special Needs Provider

Portland, ME

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Kendra and I graduated from college with a degree in Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies and currently getting my Bachelors in Nursing! I have always been passionate about working with individuals with disabilities. I have experience working with teenagers with autism. I also worked with an individual with a...
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Adventurous And Fun Sitter

Cumberland Center, ME

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a Firefighter/EMT and I reside in Raymond. I have experience working with a range of children as little as 10 weeks to 13 years. I also have experience working with foster children and children with special needs. I also have experience with children with anxiety disorders. Additionally, I have worked with numerous...

Lindsay B. says "Although she wasn't always on time she was very dedicated to the job. She is very reliable and has wonderful boundaries and morals to watching little...

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Kennebunkport, ME

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
My name is Caroline, and I graduated from the University of Vermont with my B. S. in Education in May of 2024. I currently work as a special education teacher in a program for students with autism. I have over 8 years of babysitting, teaching and childcare experience with children ages newborn-12. I also have extensive...

Michelle M. says "Caroline is a breath of fresh air. She is a natural with children and demonstrates such maturity and strength in her skills as a tutor and child care...

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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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Experienced Special Needs Caregiver Available Part Time

Gray, ME

4.0(1)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I spent two years working at an art studio / day program for teens and adults with a wide range of developmental and physical disabilities. We helped our clients enhance their lives through art, music, field trips and spending time in the local community while maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Recently I've been...

Josephine P. says "Mike is a hardworking and conscientious man who watches my son after school and school holidays. He is very reliable and enjoys working with kids. "

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Kennebunkport, ME

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hello, I have been a full time nanny for a few families who have children with special needs. I also have over a year of experience interning in a special education classroom setting in an elementary school. My future goal is to become a special education teacher which makes me very passionate about helping those with special...
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Falmouth, ME

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! I've been watching kiddos for the past 5 years, I've had experience with children ages newborn to 13. I have always loved working with children and I have as much fun as they do when we sit down to do crafts, build a fort, or read a good bed time story! I have some experience with special needs children and medical...

Chelsea R. says "Grace is friendly, enthusiastic and professional. She is a great communicator - she followed up immediately, was on time to our call, and it's easy to...

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Home Care Aide

Gray, ME

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
I'm a nurturing, dependable caregiver with over 17 years of hands-on experience caring for children, adults, and seniors. As a mother of three and a shared living provider for a high-functioning adult with special needs, I bring patience, empathy, and understanding to every person I care for. I'm also a licensed massage...
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Biddeford, ME

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm passionate around creating a space for others where they feel heard and seen. Ive worked with special needs children and adults for the past 20 years and I find the field incredibly rewarding. I have two adult children with special needs and I strive to support them in being as independent as possible. In my spare time I...
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Old Orchard Beach, ME

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
I currently work in elementary education, supporting students with special needs - mainly those with behavioral challenges. I love working with children and it gives me so much fulfillment to know that I can be a support to them and their families, and make a difference in their lives. I have a college degree and hold current...
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Old Orchard Beach, ME

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$28/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
Hi- I'm a retired self - employed stylist but my main job and passion in life has been raising my 4 children .. special needs included (Down's syndrome and autistic spectrum) There is no better reward than encouraging a child to connect and express their innate gifts and talents. I love to see them shine in confidence and in...
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Patient, Attentive Caregiver Looking To Help Local Families!

Casco, ME

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hello, Families! I am a former special educator with 25+ years experience working with children who have severe special needs. I live in Maine but will be relocating to Raleigh in the next 5 months. I'd like to begin connecting with families in need of in-home care for a child with multiple disabilities (non-disabled siblings...
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Old Orchard Beach, ME

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$18/hr
Hello, My name is Sarah and I am a certified nursing assistant with 4 years of diverse experiences. I have work in nursing homes, rehabilitation, and in hospital setting on units such as telemetry, post operative, oncology, ER, ICU etc. I have some professional experience with working with those with disabilities but have much...
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Portland, ME

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$25/hr
5 years experience
My name is Molly, and I am a hard working 24-year-old student living in Southern, Maine! I have 5 years of nanny/babysitting experience. I care for 3 children ages 5-12 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. (5 days a week.) I am also an occasional date night sitter for a 6-year-old with special needs. I know how valuable it is to have a caring,...
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Cumberland Center, ME

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$22/hr
10 years experience
My formal training is in music performance, and along the way I became a CNA to help pay for college. I have had a connection in each of the worlds of education, music and healthcare ever since. Most of my CNA work has been with seniors with dementia in residential homes. I work hard to truly see the person in front of me and...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.00/hr as of March 2026

  • 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

Alexyss J.

Alexyss came to our family when our daughter was 18 months old and helped all of us navigate the tender transition into childcare. She was...

- Adria K.

Jessie B.

Although she wasn't always on time she was very dedicated to the job. She is very reliable and has wonderful boundaries and morals to...

- Lindsay B.

Caroline R.

Caroline is a breath of fresh air. She is a natural with children and demonstrates such maturity and strength in her skills as a tutor and...

- Michelle M.

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