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Nicole H.

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)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Experienced Special Needs Provider

Portland, ME

5.0(0)
from
$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)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
- 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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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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Grad Student With Lots Of Newborn And Childcare Experience!

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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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Portland, ME

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Having worked with children in a variety of settings for over 15 years I have experience in it all! I have worked in homes, school, camps, and private tutoring. I enjoying caring for children of all ages and personalities. Most recently I have been working at a school for children with autism and special needs providing...
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Limington, ME

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi there! I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider/mom w/ a passion for supporting families with a large range of needs. My calm and friendly demeanor puts children at ease, and my 10 years of experience working a management role in a childcare facility has equipped me with the skills to handle any situation. I have a...
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23 Year Old Recent College Graduate, Willing To Help Out Wherever You Need Her!

Alfred, ME

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I recently graduated from the university of New England and will be staying in the area to take care of my grandparents. I have a long history working with children with special needs, as well as physical disabilities. Ages 0-17, any weeknight, all day on the weekends. I'll be there.
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Portland, ME

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$16/hr
2 years experience
I have cared for infants whose parents aren't confident in how to care for or doesn't have the time a child with special needs. Every person is treated as a different individual, regardless of diagnosis. If communication has proven difficult in the past, finding ways to be with each person isn't a problem for me (I'm pretty...
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Portland, ME

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
I love spending time with children of all ages, and have caregiving experience both in homes and with after-school organizations. With Middletown Urban Gardeners at Wesleyan, I helped build a community garden with local elementary schoolers, with the Art Department I supported young adults with special needs in arts+crafts, and...
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Nanny Looking For FT/PT Gig

Windham, ME

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 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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Experienced Nanny With A Background In Child Development & Special Needs Care

Portland, ME

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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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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Wells, ME

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
About me I am a Mother and Aunt to many multiples (5) sets of twins so lots of experience with children from premie to young adults with special needs I have worked in the medical field for over 30 years with 3 of those years on woman's , children's pediatric units I have my BLS /CPR and current on all vaccine .
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A Little About Me...

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I am a very outgoing, caring, and organized person. I love working with kids because of their endless curiosity. I enjoy watching children grow into themselves and their resilience is very contagious. I work part-time at a rock climbing gym in Portland, where I teach kids and adults how to climb. In my spare time, I like to rock...
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Compassionate, Part-Time Caregiver

Kennebunk, ME

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$15/hr
Hello! My name is Natalie and I graduated from UMass Amherst in May with a degree in Kinesiology and a minor in Psychology. I am living at home in Vermont for the next year before attending graduate school for occupational therapy. I have experience working with those who are differently-abled and I've loved every second of it!...
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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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Au-Pair

Portland, ME

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$10/hr
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
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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Gorham, ME

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.00/hr as of August 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 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Nicole H.

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...

- Krista D.

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.

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...

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