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Madison S.

Ready To Help You!

Scarborough, ME

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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
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I have been babysitting for the past 6 years and have been a summer nanny for the past 4 years. I have also worked in a preschool! I am currently studying to be an occupational therapist and I have experience with children with special needs. I am happy to run any errands needed and help with anything around the house! Hope to...
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Homehealth Professional

Scarborough, ME

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have many years of experience with Parkinson's and dementia. I understand the progression of the neurological disease and Iam comfortable in all stages of the disease .
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Enthusiastic And Crafty Child Uplifter.

Scarborough, ME

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a 33-year-old female with a passion for childcare! I have a huge variety of child care experience; I've babysat for twins, worked childcare events for Nickelodeon, been a special needs bus aide, and worked as a teacher's aide for an Early Childhood Education lab school and more, and I treasure all of my experiences...
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Scarborough, ME

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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...
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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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Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

South Portland, ME

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Hello! My name is Allie and I have been passionate about child care for over 8 years. I have worked as a Leader in a daycare. I have nannied for children with special needs. I am trustworthy, reliable, patient, compassionate snd willing to help with light housekeeping, transportation, arts and crafts and fun outside activities...
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Saco, ME

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$15/hr
I've worked with children in a variety of settings. I have babysat kids around my neighborhood for around 5(ish) years now. I also previously worked as a counselor in training at a farm camp in Shelburne, VT. I currently work at an elementary school after school program through the Essex Junction Recreational department, EJRP. I...
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Recent Medical Graduate, Lover Of Outdoors

Scarborough, ME

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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Biddeford, ME

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$24/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
I'm a nurturing childcare provider with four years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development, coupled with my positive experiences in babysitting roles, inspired me to pursue a career as a caregiver. I believe in creating a safe and stimulating environment where...
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South Portland, ME

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$19/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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Saco, ME

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$20/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
For two decades, I've been dedicated to nurturing children's growth and development. My passion stems from a deep desire to positively impact young lives, especially after working with children who have special needs, including muscular dystrophy, diabetes, cystic fibrosis, autism, anxiety, learning disabilities, and attachment...
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Biddeford, ME

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Full time OT, looking for per diem caregiver work with focus on seniors or adults with intellectual disabilities.
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Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi there! I'm Claric, a responsible and caring individual with a passion of helping nurture young minds. I absolutely love working with children of all ages and enjoy creating fun, engaging, and safe activities for them. Whether it's helping with homework, preparing snacks, changing diapers, bottle feeding, potty training, or...
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Fun-loving, Friendly, Responsible and Compassionate

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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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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Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 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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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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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
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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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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Caregiver Available

Westbrook, ME

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
- 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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.43/hr as of June 2025

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Old Orchard Beach, ME

Special Needs Caregivers in Old Orchard Beach, ME are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 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.

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.

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.

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