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Cassandra N.


Upper Marlboro, MD

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

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I have 10+ years of experience in the field of Special Education. I can assist with children who have diagnoses of autism, ADHD, ADD, Alcohol Fetal Syndrome, and emotional disabilities. I have an Associate of Applied Science degree in Mental Health, a Bachelors Degree in Psychology and minor in Social Welfare, a Masters Degree...
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Julissa V.


Upper Marlboro, MD

$18-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello, I am a trustworthy and respectful person, very patient and caring. I have my own car. I have experience caring for a person with cerebral palsy and dementia. I have CPR First IDs and I am vaccinated against Covid.
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Lakisha J.


Waldorf, MD

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Teacher, Educator, Substitute Teacher, Director, Childcare Provider, Preschool Teacher

I have years of experience working with children and caring for the elderly. I currently work in Prince Georges County as a long term substitute teacher. I currently work at middle schools and high schools and love working with children. I am also a Certified Caregiver with Caregivers University. I have owned/operated a Licensed...
Lakisha can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Sila B.


Waldorf, MD

$25-30/hr

Nurturing And Caring Caretaker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 5 years experience in multiple childcare settings. I have been a nanny for 2 families. I have worked in a school for special needs children and adults. I have also worked in a residential mental health center for adults ages 18-65 years old. I have always had a care taker position and have always loved it.
Sila can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands
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Mirelle T.


Upper Marlboro, MD

$17-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

About Mirelle

Hi! My name is Mirelle. I just moved back home to pursue my masters degree in counseling psychology at Bowie State University. I have experience working with children from the ages of 3-12. I have always been told that I have a nurturing nature due to my love and care for children. Caring for children to me looks like anything...
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Sila B.


Waldorf, MD

$25-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Loving And Nurting Caregiver

Hi! My name is Sila . I have 3 years of experience working with special needs and mental health issues. I've worked at Alternative Paths Training School with special needs kids and adults ages 8-21 years old. I have also worked in a residential setting Healthcare for adults who struggle with mental health ages 18-65 years old. I...
Hello, my name is Kaila and I'm 23 years old. I have 6 years of experience caring for other children outside of my family. I've cared for children from the ages of newborn-13 years old. Throughout my years of providing childcare, I've had experience with making bottles, changing diapers, giving baths, and teaching young children...
Kaila can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Social situations become increasingly difficult for people with dementia as they forget names, recently discussed topics and even words or the meaning of particular words. Memory problems may mean that the person with dementia typically requires a great deal of prompting and reassurance. but in all am so happy to have being able...
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Jada A.


Clinton, MD

$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Jada and l'm a Virginia Native ! Growing up, I had a very special relationship with my own babysitter who I looked up to. I try to carry her loving, thoughtful influence into my work as a nanny. My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs. I find such joy in being a positive mentor...
Jada can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I appreciate Jada's excellent care for my son, he loves her. She is very attentive, responsible, and creates a safe environment. She treats my child as her own. I highly recommend her services."

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Toya B.


Waldorf, MD

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Lpn Nurse

I have over 10 years as a licensed Piratical nurse , working with special needs children and adults.. I have experience with Trach and Gtube care, seizure disorder and traumatic brain injury and cerebral palsy. CPR certified.. I have been in the medical field for over 22 years. I am a caring person. Great interpersonal skills.
Very bubbly and energetic soul Its more than just nannying or babysitting for me, its about being there when you need me , building bonds I have 4 years experience in childcare including special needs (autism, ADHD, short gut syndrome and physical disabilities) I love working with kids a lot because they carry a lot of life and...
Mitchell can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Katelyn S.


Dunkirk, MD

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have been babysitting for family friends and neighbors for around 3 years. In addition to this I have also been very prominent in my community service history working alongside special needs camps, the Baltimore humane society as well as volunteer as a coach for baton twirling. I have been working with kids for a long time and...
Katelyn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Tyler I am a recent college graduate. I have graduated the University of North Carolina at Pembroke with a degree in Biology. I have experience working with children from ages 2-14. I have been able to create a creative space for children as well a teaching space. I also have experience working with special...
Tyler can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
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Jamila D.


Washington, DC

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Available Full-Time For Companionship, Light Housekeeping And Meal Prepping

I am a former CNA who has over a decade of hands on experience in healthcare. I am passionately dedicated to the care of seniors and special needs individuals. For years I have worked closely with adults living with special needs, Alzheimer's and dementia, as well as physical ailments (both acute and chronic). I am familiar with...
Jamila can also help with: Visiting nurse, home modification, personal care
5.0
"Jamila has worked for us on weekends for 2 years. She takes care of both of my elderly parents and does a good job with both. She's friendly, pleasant, reserved, and attentive."

Cecil D.

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Lethukuthula A.


Alexandria, VA

$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Best Babysitter.

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

Children have always held a special place in my heart, and it once saddened me to hear that my love for them might mean I wouldn't have my own. Thankfully, that turned out to be a myth. I dedicated 40 hours a week to caring for two children each year, helping them with their daily routines, preparing meals, creating activities,...
Lethukuthula can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We were looking for a sitter for our 2 month old baby girl. As first-time parents, we were very nervous about finding someone we could trust. From the moment we met Lethu during the interview, we felt at ease. Lethu was warm and professional. Her love for babies...

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Akia W.


Capitol Heights, MD

$13-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced household assistant. Whether you need childcare, household management, house cleaning, senior care, or assistance with health related needs, I can help. I have 14 years of experience taking care of kids, and for the last two years I have been providing home health care services to clients with diverse needs,...
Akia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"I hired Akia to provide assistance to me following surgery. She provided wonderful care following the surgery and anticipated my every need. It was such a comfort to have her to support me. She was also amazing with my family and household, just pitching in...

Sasha R.

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Sarah Grace K.


Washington, DC

$20-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver: Flexible Hours!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for several years and have nannied for a cumulative of three years. I have experience with all age groups, including experience with children with autism and various physical special needs. I have been responsible for cooking, clean-up, constructive play, tutoring, bed time, and more! I am willing to...
Sarah Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Marilis G.


Alexandria, VA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Evening, Night Time, Weekends

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

My name is Marilis. I am from Panama. I have 22 years of experience working with kids (Mix age and special need). I love working with kids, having fun with them, activities for their development. I am easy going, honest, punctual person. I have really good reference. Spanish-English.
Marilis can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We highly recommend Marilis for your childcare needs. Marilis spent an evening in our home with our 16 month old son and she connected with him immediately. She's a consummate professional and also very warm and friendly, we had no reservations leaving for the...

Aaron C.

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Jorgie A.


Alexandria, VA

$22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Compassionate, Active, Time Flexible Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm currently looking for part timesummer job. Hi! I'm 24 & I live in Alexandria. I'm currently a part time nursing student. I have about 5 years of professional experience. I come from a large family and have always looked after the younger ones. I can help with light housekeeping & laundry. I have experience with : caring...
Jorgie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jorgie has been very responsive and reliable to provide part-time child care services for our special needs daughter, and we will definitely continue using her services in the future!"

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Brandywine, MD

Jada A.

5.0

Jada was an amazing nanny to my boys (2 yrs old and 8yrs). She has a nurturing personality, patient, and organized. My boys outgrew the need for a full time nanny but she still baby sits for us on the weekends since my boys love her! I highly recommend her- any family would be lucky to have Jada

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Jamila D.

5.0

Jamila has worked for us on weekends for 2 years. She takes care of both of my elderly parents and does a good job with both. She's friendly, pleasant, reserved, and attentive.

- Cecil D.

Lethukuthula A.

5.0

Lethu was very reliable, friendly, and easy to trust. She did a great job as a nanny for our daughter and we would easily hire her again!

- Care member

Akia W.

5.0

I hired Akia to provide assistance to me following surgery. She provided wonderful care following the surgery and anticipated my every need. It was such a comfort to have her to support me. She was also amazing with my family and household, just pitching in wherever needed, whether it was helping...

- Sasha R.

Marilis G.

5.0

We highly recommend Marilis for your childcare needs. Marilis spent an evening in our home with our 16 month old son and she connected with him immediately. She's a consummate professional and also very warm and friendly, we had no reservations leaving for the night at all. She successfully put our...

- Aaron C.

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