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Sophie V.

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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Falmouth, ME

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Portland, ME

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
Dedicated and compassionate caregiver with 5 years of experience providing personalized support to seniors, children, and individuals with special needs. Skilled in personal care, companionship, and daily living assistance while ensuring safety, dignity, and comfort. Strong communication and organizational skills, with a proven...
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A Little About Me...

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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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Portland, ME

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$21/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Part-time BHP Looking For More Work!

Portland, ME

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hello! I'm Olivia! I am a part-time Behavioral Health Professional. I work with children with autism and help with life skills, communication, and other goals that need to be met! I love working with special needs children because I enjoy making a positive difference in their lives. I personally have ADHD, and so I can...
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Caregiver

Sanford, ME

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I am looking for a position where I can bring my 8-month-old with me. I worked with adults with developmental disabilities through Coastal Opportunities from 2019 to 2020. I also have experience with disabled children (both mental and physical) during my six years working at Tanglewood 4H Camp and Learning Center. In...
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South Portland, ME

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$18/hr
I have 3 years experience of mental illness I will do my very best to make them comfortable and engaging in their lives
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Portland, ME

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$24/hr
3 years experience
I have a bit of experience with children and teens in a special ed capacity. I'm quite patient thanks to my experience at schools and shelters. I love people who think differently, you learn so much from them! Let me know how I can help.
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Special Education Teacher/ Behavioral Strategist

Portland, ME

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I currently am employed at a local elementary school and am a Special Education Teacher/Behavioral Strategist. I am very familiar with ABA and teaching students functional life skills/activities of daily living. I live in Portland with my husband and Goldendoodle; we love good food and good coffee. We love to travel and also,...
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Cared For My Mom

Windham, ME

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My mom had early onset Alzheimer's and I took care of her for 8 years until she passed away in my home. I learned a lot from caring from my mom and would love to help care for your loved one. It can take a lot out on a family and having someone help gives the family a much needed break. I learned that a little late with my...
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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
Meal prep
light cleaning
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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$10/hr
2 years experience
I have worked with 5 children with special needs in the last 5 years. I am familiar with G-Tube, oxygen use, non-verbal, autism.
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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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