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Emily E.


Sebago, ME

$19/hr9 yrs exp

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My name is Emily, I have roughly 9 years of experience working with kids. I am currently in school to study early childhood education, and I spent the past summer as a full time nanny for a boy with special needs. I am very patient, compassionate, and reliable. I am totally willing to help with anything you need done around the...
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Samantha D.


Standish, ME

$17-25/hr5 yrs exp

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I am a Special Education major going into my junior year of college I am looking for a nanny job for this summer! I have experience being a nanny for children with and without special needs. I have been a babysitter/nanny on and off since I was 14! I have worked at a summer camp and I am also a substitute teacher year round! I...
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Marissa B.


Naples, ME

$20-31/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Outdoorsy Nanny

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Hello, my name is Marissa. I have lived in Maine my entire life and love exploring it. I enjoy being outdoors and traveling. I have 17 years of nannying experience with children of all ages and abilities. I have been an infant room teacher, preschool teacher as well as provided private care for children of all ages. I have years...
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Jolyn B.


East Baldwin, ME

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Creative Carer

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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am a special education ed tech with my behavioral health professional certification. I have been an ed tech for 5 years, nannied for several and was an in home carer for someone with special needs for a year.
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Eliza S.


Steep Falls, ME

$25-49/hr20 yrs exp

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I have tons of experience with infants through elementary school aged children. I also have tons of experience with multiples and special needs. I am CPR and First Aid Certified, Covid vaccinated and have my boosters. Updated on all other vaccines as well. I'm healthy and active. I come from a smoke free home and I'm pet...
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Marissa B.


Naples, ME

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I have many years of experience as a BHP thru spurwink services. I enjoy helping with daily tasks, creating activities and going on outings.
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Johanna C.


Casco, ME

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Former Special Educator Available To Care For Children With Intensive Special Needs

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I am a former special educator with 22 years of experience with children who have severe and multiple disabilities. I recently left teaching to help families who may struggle to find child care. I care for kids with: physical impairment (lifting, positioning, adaptive bracing/seating), cognitive impairment (including kiddos who...
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Jaide C.


Windham, ME

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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Working with both young people in Maine with Multiple sclerosis and the elderly who have suffered strokes and some of whom are sight impaired, uniquely qualifies me for those who are challenged of all ages. Such conditions affords me the opportunity to get into a unique world and share those challenges in a manner that enhances...
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Jessie B.


Cumberland Center, ME

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Adventurous And Fun Sitter

5.0

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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...
5.0
"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 kids. My kids loved her! We only let her go because we...

Reviewed by Lindsay B.

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Patrick C.


Gray, ME

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver Available Part Time

4.0

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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...
4.0
"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. "

Reviewed by Josephine P.

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Rebecca R.


Gray, ME

$23-35/hr10 yrs exp

M.Ed With Family Nanny And Teen Experience

5.0

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Thank you for looking at my profile! I am a 36-year-old woman in Gray Maine. I'm taking on limited part time nanny and tutoring hours as I transitioned from a 10+ year career in the nonprofit sector to full time graduate studies in Social Work. I hold a M. Ed. in Secondary English Ed including coursework in child development....
5.0
"Rebecca is amazing. She's punctual, professional, respects boundaries and rules, while ensuring safety She watched our children a few times, made meals, cleaned, took care of our pets, and has a very...

Reviewed by Sarah N.

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Hope D.


New Gloucester, ME

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

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I have worked with children since high school, babysitting and tutoring. Coming from a large family, there have always been children in my life. I have run summer arts and crafts programs and helped out at sporting camps. I am a certified art educator and currently work as a preschool teacher for children with special needs. I...
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Arenda C.


New Gloucester, ME

$25-39/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a mom of 2 grown boys. I worked in the school system for 10+ years in a special education setting, this includes extra training with special needs and behaviors. When covid had everything at a stand still I decided to try something new and have been working as a Vet Tech for the last couple years. I prefer to be outdoors...
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Corinne W.


Westbrook, ME

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

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- Only currently available for date night/weekend/one time 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...
5.0
"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 town wedding and we felt very safe with Corrine. She even...

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Krista M.


Windham, ME

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Professional Nanny Seeking More Experience

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My name is Krista and I currently a governess for a child with autism. I have a bachelors degree in special education, and have worked with children on the ASD. What I love most about my job is how rewarding it is work with this population.
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Mary A.


Westbrook, ME

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

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I am interested in becoming a nanny. I have been a Special Education Teacher for several years. My favorite memories are activities and teaching moments with children including my children (twin boys then 20 months later a girl), niece/nephews, foster children, and my special needs children!!) So I am taking a bend in my career...
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Bryana R.


Westbrook, ME

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Kid At Heart And Love To Play But Also Responsible

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Hi there! I work with children with special needs. But my love for children encompasses all. I am a kid at heart and am playful and imaginative, but also follow through with rules that are placed. Being punctual is important to me, if the kids need to be anywhere at anytime, you can depend on me to get them there...

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In my earlier years, I worked with people with disabilities in a variety of ways from - day programming to individuals that were non verbal and/ or suffered a brain injury. I have a magnitude of knowledge and experience beginning in college leading to personal and professional experience. Next, early on in my career, I...
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Sarah W.


North Bridgton, ME

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver And SLP Grad Student

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I am an energetic, caring, and fun caregiver looking for the perfect fit! I have experience working with kids of all ages as a summer camp counselor, lifeguard, nanny, private school teacher (teaching and providing care for children with disabilities in a residential setting), and most recently substitute special ed teacher. I...

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At my current position, we currently have a handful of special needs children. I have worked with children with adhd, autism, general delays and speech delays.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sebago, ME

Jessie B.

5.0

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 kids. My kids loved her! We only let her go because we finally got off a wait list for a pre-k program in a daycare and could not afford to do both...

- Lindsay B.

Patrick C.

4.0

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.

- Josephine P.

Rebecca R.

5.0

Rebecca is amazing. She's punctual, professional, respects boundaries and rules, while ensuring safety She watched our children a few times, made meals, cleaned, took care of our pets, and has a very friendly, helpful, and compassionate demeanor. She's excellent at providing comfort and support as...

- Sarah N.

Corinne W.

5.0

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 town wedding and we felt very safe with Corrine. She even sent updates throughout the evening. Would 100% have her again.

- Care member

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