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Christina J.
Topsham, ME
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
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As a counselor and educator, I have encountered a lot of behavioral and physical needs in children. I have experience with autism, ADD, ADHD, learning disabilities, and grief management. I also work at behavioral boot camps and at a juvenile detention center, so I am familiar with acting out.
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I have experience babysitting children of all ages and all different personalities. I am willing to help run errands and pick up around the house. I have worked with special needs children in school and am fairly comfortable with it. I love to watch children's personalities blossom and understand that it takes some children time...
Gabrielle B.
Brunswick, ME
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
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I have worked as a Behavioral Health Professional for children with special needs for over 3 year. I've been a nanny for 4 years. I work in the special education department at a school and have for nearly 3 years.
4.0
"Gabrielle has been with my family through the pandemic and through many of our life changes. She is always there to support my children's needs in so many ways. We all love having her with us! Her smile and...
Reviewed by Sherry S.
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Hi there! I am looking to broaden my horizons, meet new people, experience new adventures and create some changes of scenery. I am a caregiver at heart. I have over 20 years of experience providing supports to folks with varying degrees of disabilities and of all ages, shapes and sizes! I come with a carefree attitude and a...
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I have been babysitting for about 10 years, and have experience with kids ages 6 weeks-13 years old. I have experience with special needs kids. I just left my job at a daycare center in Cumberland where I worked for 3. 5 years and am looking for something new! I started as a floater between ages 6 weeks - 2 years old. Then I...
Sarah R.
Lisbon Falls, ME
$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I have worked with children and adults with disabilities for about 6 years, 2-3 years licensed as a BHP. I have worked/assisted with many different things and I'm always willing to learn anything new along with the specific needs of a client.
Gabrielle B.
Brunswick, ME
$14-19/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hello. I am an ed tec in my school's special education department. I have also worked as a BHP in the past. I don't have a lot of formal training but I'm happy to do what I can.
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I was a nurse (RN) before I had children. I stopped nursing to raise a family, which I have, and am now ready to re-enter the workforce. I have let my RN license expire unfortunately. So, although I have not worked for specific clients, I have worked with many, many patients with various special needs. I went into nursing...
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Katelyn A.
Bath, ME
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I've worked alongside individuals with various special needs on and off throughout my time in high school and college. This is my passion, and I would love to keep going with this work.
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Kayla H.
Bath, ME
$10-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I currently work with children on the autistic spectrum. It is a very challenging job, but it is also very rewarding.
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.
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.
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....
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"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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Hi There, My name is Summer. I am a mature woman, married, with 2 adult children ages 20 and 23.
I am a part time nanny. I love the flexibility and diversity of both positions! Some clients employ me to do both!
In my personal life I have experience with autism, add and adhd. I must note; I have no formal training in this area....
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I have always loved working with children and watching them grow and reach new milestones. I love reading, arts and crafts, and spending time outside.
Most of my experience is with infants, but I have worked with children of all ages. I have also worked with children with special needs.
Working with infants is definitely...
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I have been working with children with special needs for over 15 years. I have worked one on one with a child with Epilepsy and have plenty of experience with children with Autism and Learning Disabilities.
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I am the oldest of 5 children, and all of my younger sibling have ADHD and my 13-year-old sister has childhood bipolar. I also have a 29-year-old cousin who is mentally handicapped and uses sign language. I have worked at daycare with special needs children. I am a very patient person, and love playing outside and doing arts and...
Emily B.
Auburn, ME
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Support Specialist/Behavioral Health Companion For Children And Adults Available PT/FT
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For over 10 years I have provided compassion-driven care to both seniors and those braving terminal illness, with a special emphasis on EOL care. I believe passionately in insuring the dignity, comfort, and quality-of-life for those in my care. To me, the individuals I care for are just that: Individuals, with passions, quirks,...
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Looking for a nanny position that allows my 9-month-old son to attend. I have worked with children for 10+ years of all ages, as well as special needs children.
Hope D.
New Gloucester, ME
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I currently work with children in an early intervention preschool setting with special needs. I love working with children and feel that providing early intervention to the children I work with will enable them to live fuller, richer lives.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Topsham, ME
Gabrielle B.
4.0
Gabrielle has been with my family through the pandemic and through many of our life changes. She is always there to support my children's needs in so many ways. We all love having her with us! Her smile and singing bring joy into our home and her love of the outdoors takes us on many wonderful...
- Sherry S.
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.
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