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Gabi is the most compassionate person I know a truly special person ‼️compassionate loving helpful I can’t say enough good about her if she

Review for Gabriela B. by James M.

Jill currently still helps with my 2 toddler aged children. She is always on time, the kids love her, and they are always up to something

Review for Jill H. by Kari W.

Audrey was our nanny for our 3 month old for 3 months until heading back to grad school. She is punctual, reliable and quick thinking. As a

Review for Audrey L. by Shannon T.

Special needs caregivers in Springvale, ME

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Ashley C.


Springvale, ME

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

The Reliable Care Your Family Deserves

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I'm passionate about supporting families by providing a safe and nurturing environment for their children. I have 17 years of childcare experience and have completed coursework in early childhood education and development. Additionally, I'm a certified doula and have First Aid and CPR training. As a caregiver, I'm patient,...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Katelyn S.


Sanford, ME

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years of experience with children from newborn to teenager. I have 10 nieces and nephews, so I've had allot of experience with children. I'm also CPR and first aid certified. I have worked with special needs children in the past and am a certified behavioral health Professional, I currently work as a CNA at Maine Med....
Katelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Early Education

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Stephanie J.


Sanford, ME

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available M/W/F Mornings. 7am-1pm

I have worked with Autism Society of Maine since 2017 in the summers working with the daycare group. I have also worked one on one with an autistic boy in his home. I have cousins who are autistic, so I am comfortable and familiar with everything that comes along with it. Behavioral issues are not an issue for me. I also have a...
I have worked in the public schools as a sub and long term educational technician. I have most of my experience working with children with autism. Two of my own children are on the spectrum.
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Pam B.


Milton, NH

$8-50/hr20 yrs exp

Special Ed./ Elder Care

I'd describe my personality as Heartfelt, kind, and knowledgeable I like caring for people with special needs because I'm looking for a job that assists parents of ASD kids within the home. Maybe some respite time for parents. Assist with doctor appts with their child. I started caring for people with special needs 25...
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Alexis S.


Alfred, ME

$19/hr1 yrs exp

23 Year Old Recent College Graduate, Willing To Help Out Wherever You Need Her!

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.
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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Katelyn S.


Sanford, ME

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

I have experience being a behavioral Health Professional and working with children that have mental and physical disabilities. I'm currently a CNA and CPR/first aid certified. Feel free to message me!
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Jaclyn J.


Alfred, ME

$23-30/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate, Quality, Caregiver

I am a medical assistant that completed a 9 month program at YCCC and decided home care gives me the most flexible work options for my family. I have acute psych experience, I am a certified Direct Support Professional and CRMA- I worked with disabled individuals in a day program designing their daily activities and goals,...
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Caroline R.


Kennebunkport, ME

$20/hr2 yrs exp

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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Gabriela B.


Somersworth, NH

$35-50/hr

Senior Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm from Brazil and I'm 39 years old. I've been living here for 4 years. I have experience helping patients with dementia, Alzheimer's, and children with special needs. I consider myself dedicated, patient, and kind. I also love animals. I'm a Physical Therapist, with a broad range of expertise in various areas of Physical...
Gabriela can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, transportation, light cleaning
5.0
"What a gem! We feel lucky to have found Gabriela. She is attentive, always knowing what needs doing -- whether that is caring for my husband, doing light housework, or offering a kind word to lift our spirits. She is always prompt, arriving with a smile on her...

Julia K.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I used to teach special needs cheerleading and would love to get back into caring for special needs. Happy to answer any questions you may have!
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Jill H.


Dover, NH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver For Children And Pets

I am a mother of 2 children and 2 grandchildren, retired with a cat and small senior dog , And enjoy keeping active
5.0
"Jill currently still helps with my 2 toddler aged children. She is always on time, the kids love her, and they are always up to something super fun! "

Kari W.

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Audrey L.


Dover, NH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello New Family, My name is Audrey. I am 26 years old and am looking for a family to spend my summer with. I have been babysitting since I was 10. During the school year I work as a school psychologist. I have worked with many individual families, in daycares, schools and love children of all ages. I have experience working...
Audrey can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Audrey was our nanny for our 3 month old for 3 months until heading back to grad school. She is punctual, reliable and quick thinking. As a new mom I was figure out things and Audrey was happy to help problem solve with me. She still sits for us and our now 1 year...

Shannon T.

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Caroline R.


Kennebunkport, ME

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Caroline, and I just graduated from the University of Vermont with my B. S. in Education. I currently work as a special education teacher in a a specialty program for students with autism. I am originally from the Boston area, and just moved back when I began my job. I have over 6 years of babysitting, teaching and...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is fantastic with children. She is very engaging and loves creating fun experiences. She and my 6 year old daughter became best friends instantly. She is dependable and safe. She was not apprehensive at all with the special needs my daughter has. I...

Jamie S.

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Michelle K.


Berwick, ME

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time To Full-Time Caregiver (Nanny/Babysitter)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been dancing for 20 years, and with that came the ability to teach dance classes. I have been teaching dance classes for 10 years, as well as have taught children with special needs for four years. I have worked at an elementary school for a year as a morning and after school teacher. I have also worked in the...
Michelle can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

4.0
"Michelle was very active with our two children, taking them to the park, playing with them outside rain snow or sun. "

Sarah R.

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Sandra L.


Rochester, NH

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

I have been working with Autistic children in the Ellis School for 8 years. I work with troubled and challenging teen through ISN and being a Foster parent and I also provide respite.
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Nicole H.


Hollis Center, ME

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing, Happy And Patient Part/ Full Time Caregiver Available

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...
5.0
"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. She is kind, patient, creative, outgoing, and an all-around sweetheart. We are so grateful that she chose to work...

Krista D.

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Brittney B.


Farmington, NH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Former Preschool Teacher With Special Needs Experience

I have 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. I have experience working with children woth special needs. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping.
Brittney can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience with children with special needs and I worked with children after my graduation. . I have my own car. I am very patient and caring with children. I also love animals.
Gabriela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Amasian C.


Ogunquit, ME

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Amasian, I have a passion for taking care of children. I am creative, supportive, and very communicative. I have experience in working with ages from as early as newborn to 13 years old, multiple kids at once, children with special needs, and experience in a daycare setting. I am CPR, first-aid, and EEC...

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