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Special needs caregivers in Catonsville, MD

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Mina H.


Catonsville, MD

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Certifited Special Educator And General Educator

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I have worked in the public school system for 5 years. I have experience working with children ages 3-10 years old that are both typically developing and have special needs such as Autism, Down syndrome, behavioral disorders, other health impairments, intellectual disabilities, developmental delays, and multiple disabilities. I...
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Amir S.


Catonsville, MD

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

I am committed to understanding and supporting the needs of individuals with disabilities. I work in health care during the day, taking care of people with different disabilities. I have a strong track record of working well with people of varying abilities and backgrounds. I love being able to support and build bonds with my...
I have experience working with children with autism, I used to be a full time nanny for a child with autism. During that time I grew a enjoyment of helping people with disabilities. I would work 1 on 1 with the child and his speech therapist and we would learn together so that even when his therapy was over I could still...
I am a registered behavior technician in the state of Maryland with a CPR certification. Being an RBT means I have experience with kids with autism, adhd, etc. my brother has Down Syndrome so he is my motivation.
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Leicy G.


Catonsville, MD

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

I've been caring for children for over five years, and I'm passionate about fostering their growth and development. I believe that every child has the potential to be great, and I'm committed to helping them reach their full potential. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I have a knack for making children feel comfortable and...
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Mina H.


Catonsville, MD

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

I am currently pursuing my masters degree in special education with a concentration on autism. I have experience working with children ages 3-10 both with and without special needs. I have many years of experience working with children who have special needs such as but not limited to Autism, Down syndrome, behavioral...
Mina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Jessica S.


Catonsville, MD

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Toddler Mom Available To Babysit Part Time In My Home

I'm a former preschool teacher and daycare provider turned pediatric emergency room nurse (since 2004), and I really enjoy working with kids. I work as a RN part time, but know my schedule well in advance. I'm not available the same days each week, but would love to help somebody looking for occasional care during the week since...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jessica C.


Glen Burnie, MD

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Childcare Services

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a special education teacher, I lead and guide technicians who support the education of students with disabilities, aged 5 to 18. I am certified as a registered behavior technician, hold CPR/First Aid certification, and have a master's degree in psychology. I aim to apply my skills in psychology to the mental health field...
5.0
"Hired her to attend a family event to help with our 7 year old son. She did great job. Took time to come out prior to even to meet with my son & I."

Lionela C.

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Mutiat J.


Elkridge, MD

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Practice CPR and First Aid in case of emergencies. Monitor child for behavioral changes and report variations to parents. Determine child's cause for distress and comfort them when they cry. Bathe, dress and groom child. Prepare nutritious meals and snacks for the child. Help eating meals and guide concerning habits of eating.
5.0
"Nikki was very reliable and comfortable with our two baby boys - we were grateful for her help! She was very easy and quick to communicate with as well. We would confidently recommend her and we hope to hire her again someday!"

Kate D.

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Madelaine K.


Baltimore, MD

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Your Child's Future Built In Best Friend!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am Madie, I grew up outdoors as a girl scout. I am a funky, patient, hard working, artsy girl! I'm currently studying at MICA in baltimore. Given my classes- I am not free all day everyday, but I do have specific hours listed where I would be fully available, punctual, and reliable. I have been working at a nature...
Madelaine can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Enthusiastic, dependable, problem-solver. Friendly, bright, honest and kid-clever!"

Karin R.

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Christina W.


Baltimore, MD

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! I'm available for weekend and overnight care Wednesday- Saturday. I have worked with kids from diverse backgrounds and walks of life for more than 10 years, including military families, families with children who are at danger, and families with special needs children. I have references that attest to my...
Christina can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Whenever I work with Christina, she always makes sure that the kids are happy and cared for. They're always happy to see her and she always make sure that they have an excellent time when she's in charge! She would make an excellent babysitter for anyone who's...

Ethab S.

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Meriam D.


Glen Burnie, MD

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Nurturing And Responsible Nanny

Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood

I am a very enthusiastic, responsible, musical and creative former teacher! I am currently not available for childcare, only tutoring, piano lessons or pet sitting. As I do have a 18-month-old child, they would need to be able to accompany me to any job. I taught for seven years as a full time high school Spanish teacher. I am...
Meriam can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Meriam watched our foster children on short notice and we couldn't be happier. The kids are Spanish speaking, and Meriam's language skills were extremely useful. The kids were comfortable with her and she went out of her way to make us feel comfortable by providing...

Duane M.

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Audra K.


Baltimore, MD

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Date Night And Weekend Babysitter!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with children in different settings from summer camp to in home for over 15 years. Most of my work has been with children and adults with special needs and their siblings. I really enjoy babysitting/childcare. With my current schedule I am able to provide care 1-4X/month. I would like to find one or two families to...
5.0
"Audra is beyond fantastic! She came to watch my son for the first time last Sunday and my he is already asking when she can come back! He is physically disabled and uses a wheelchair full time and also has some behavioral difficulties, and she took to him like...

Emily H.

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Areesha K.


Baltimore, MD

$25-50/hr8 yrs exp

Young Upbeat Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I just completed my Master's in Physiology at Georgetown University. Currently, I work PT in Arlington as an Adjunct Professor teaching Anatomy and Physiology and a Medical Receptionist at a pediatric office. I am looking for extra hours in the evenings and on the weekends, especially for date nights! I've volunteered...
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Areesha was a great babysitter for my two kids. Always on time and responsive to the kids. I always appreciated how if she had a conflict, she gave me plenty of notice."

James F.

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Haja K.


Brooklyn, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

The Babysitter/ Nanny Your Child Will Love

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Haja I have been a babysitter/Nanny for 7 years plus. I have a certification in child's development. I am CPR & First Aide certified. I have an exceptional personal experience of being mother of 2 beautiful children . I worked in actual daycare facility and also in home childcare for 7 years plus . I love...
Haja can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Haja is very reliable and punctual.. she cared well for my son. We can always count on her for our get away date nights and my son school days off. Thank you care. Com for great caregivers "

Care member

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Ashley O.


Jessup, MD

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

4.4

(8)

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

(One time jobs only) Hi! I am an occupational therapy assistant and on the side I babysit. I have watched children for the past 11 years including children 2 weeks old-13 years as well as children with special needs. I attended school at the University of Mary Washington as well as St Catherine Univ. I graduated in April with my...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ashley was great with my ten year old and two year old. She was very good at communicating prior to the day scheduled and was very flexible when times needed to be adjusted. I would definitely hire her again!"

Erin M.

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Esther W.


Ellicott City, MD

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Esther and I am 24 years old from Howard County, Maryland. I graduated in Spring 2023 from Towson University studying Mass Communications and am working part-time in music & film. I am also an artist and enjoy getting outside, reading, playing games, cooking, animals, and yoga. I have babysat/nannied for many...
Esther can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Esther is a fantastic person. She loves kids and brings with her a tremendous amount of energy and spirit for playing with them and relating to them. She is responsible and dependable in every way. She goes out of her way to help in every way she can. I am so glad...

Karen K.

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Alice Y.


Glen Burnie, MD

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in childcare in a daycare setting for about the last 16 yrs. I attended howard community college to receive all my childcare certifications, I am also CPR/first aid certified and have my medication administration certificate. I absolutely love working with childcare. I work for howard county public schools as a...
4.0
"Alice was a big help when we had a gap in services for our disabled child. She was kind, thoughtful and very professional in how she worked with our child."

Margaret M.

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Angelena F.


Columbia, MD

$23-28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking For Part Time Or Full Time Job

Hello, my name is Angelena! I have recently completed a medical assisting program, and I am certified in CPR and first aid. I have cared for special needs children and have experience with all ages including newborns, toddlers, and children up to age 8. I myself am a mother to an amazing 11-year-old! I love to bake fun shaped...
Angelena can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Helen H.


Baltimore, MD

$23-27/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter And Nanny

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi. I'm Ms. Helen and I'm a mother and an experienced nanny. I offer over 16 years of experience caring for children from birth ( including premature infants) to adolescence. I have experience with special needs children (those with epilepsy, autism, pace makers, and cerebral palsy). My caretaker philosophy is to provide...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"We interviewed Helen for the care of two infants. She was warm, experienced, and composed. We knew she still babysat regularly for families she used to care for and also drove children to and from activities so we trusted her driving record and that she had a good...

Hannah K.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Catonsville, MD

Jessica C.

5.0

Hired her to attend a family event to help with our 7 year old son. She did great job. Took time to come out prior to even to meet with my son & I.

- Lionela C.

Mutiat J.

5.0

Nikki was very reliable and comfortable with our two baby boys - we were grateful for her help! She was very easy and quick to communicate with as well. We would confidently recommend her and we hope to hire her again someday!

- Kate D.

Madelaine K.

5.0

Madie is a great communicator, enthusiastic, and reliable. She brings fun and energy to the job. My kiddos are so excited to hear she's coming. She has been, and will continue to be, a regular hire for us

- Jaclyn C.

Christina W.

5.0

She is fantastic with my kids. We hired Christina to watch my two small children overnight, and it feels good mentally to go to work with a clear head.

- Care member

Meriam D.

5.0

You won't regret it. Meriam is AMAZING!!

- Rayon W.

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