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Liat S.


Halethorpe, MD

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

5.0

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

For the past 6 years I have worked in a summer camp for children with physical and mental disabilities such as autism and Down syndrome. These children are in preschool and kindergarten! I have a lot of experience with children with special needs.
5.0
"Very flexible, accommodating and great personality. "

Kayla B.

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Sophia M.


Baltimore, MD

$28/hr9 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny Available

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I grew up the oldest of four children and was the go-to nanny. In addition, I have several years of experience working in an elementary school. I have 5+ years of experience working with children and would describe it as my passion. I am willing to cook meals as well as do light housework but my first priority is always caring...
Sophia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sophia is wonderful, she took very good care of my 6 month old son. They went for a walk, played games and she read to him. I look forward to using her childcare services in the future!"

Monique W.

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Raven H.


Columbia, MD

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a creative and friendly caregiver with 3 years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a safe and nurturing environment for children. My time spent babysitting has shown me the positive impact I can have on children's lives, and I'm excited to continue this rewarding work. I believe in open and...
Raven can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Raven is so sweet and always patient through tantrums. She is able to get our 2 year old to eat more than we can. Raven keeps her entertained all day, and takes her to the park, library classes, and neighborhood walks. She is amazing with our newborn, and always...

Anne C.

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Therese H.


Baltimore, MD

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I recently graduated from Columbia with my master's in social work. In 2017 I graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a BA in Human Development and Family Studies. I have been babysitting and nannying for over 10 years, and have experience with children ages 1 month to 15 years. I also have experience with...
5.0
"Therese was excellent. She was able to show up on very short notice and helped us care for our young toddler. She's very attentive and listens to the instructions for the child. We felt very comfortable with Therese taking care of our toddler to the park and...

Benjamin P.

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Rachell W.


Columbia, MD

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Preschool Teacher~ Experience With Special Needs And Autism.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a former Baltimore County Public School System 1-on-1 aide in the Pre-k classrooms with special needs children. I find joy in figuring out how to connect with them to help them reach milestones. As a former teacher myself, I enjoy teaching children and watching them learn. I believe everything can be a learning experience...
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Dianna M.


Elkridge, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Newborn Care 2024

*Vaccinated and boosted, Tdap and flu *CPR/First Aid are expired but willing to renew* Education: AA in general studies BS in psychology Certificate in Psychological First Aid 90 Hour Infant/Toddler Child Care certificate 28 hours of Newborn Care Specialist classes Certificates in Preventative Healthcare for the Newborn...
Dianna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We loved Dianna and my son really flourished under her care. It is nerve-wracking going back to work with your first and you want to make sure they are well cared for and loved. Dianna did all of that!! My son was slow to speak because he was growing up in a...

Kara G.

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Desmyn S.


Baltimore, MD

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking For Part-time Job

4.3

(6)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Desmyn. I graduated from UNC Wilmington with bachelor's degrees in Psychology and Spanish. I am currently earning my MSW from the University of Maryland Baltimore. I'm looking for a part-time, summer position to begin in late April or early May! I have provided for multiple families over the past years, with...
Desmyn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Desmyn took care of my two kids this summer and provided a warm, fun filled, and caring environment. She was so easy to work with and the kids love her. She was always reliable, responsible, and had excellent communication skills. Would highly recommend her to...

Megan M.

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Sophie B.


Baltimore, MD

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Attentive An Fun-loving Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For all of my life, I've had an affinity and passion for working with kids! I was a camp counselor for about 4 years and also spent time being a one-on-one behavioral technician at Kennedy Krieger Institute for children with special needs. In 2022, I graduated from the University of Maryland with a Bachelor's in Psychology, and...
Sophie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Sophie for a few weeks while she was on winter break. She took care of our 10 month old daughter full time and was part time with our 3 year old son. Sophie is one of the sweetest, most patient babysitters we have ever had. My kids absolutely loved her. My...

Ayala K.

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Clara C.


Baltimore, MD

$25-35/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a B. A. in Economics from Dickinson College, and have been working with children since I was 14 years old, including serving as a nanny for four families. (References available upon request) I have experience with infants and toddlers, and have cared for children with special needs, including feeding tubes. I have had...
Clara can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We have loved employing Clara. She is super responsible, conscientious, and genuinely loves children and cares about their well-being. Clara is extremely easy to communicate with and is always willing to work with children patiently as if they are her own...

Maria L.

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Valerie C.


Columbia, MD

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

From 2013 until 2016, I worked in a childcare center in Clarksville, primarily with infants and toddlers. Before that, I worked in a Christian school in Laurel for 14 years, primarily as a kindergarten aide. I have my 90 hour certification in infant and toddler care, as well as preschool activities and curriculum, from Howard...
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Valerie is always on time and very reliable. She is good with our 3/y and 4/m old children and we have been inviting her back for the past half a year to help us with our kids."

Leonid B.

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Audra K.


Baltimore, MD

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Wide Experience, Specialize In Respite Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with individuals with special needs for over 15 years. I have worked in day camp and sleep away camp settings. For the past 15 years I have shifted to doing more work with in home respite care. I have extensive experience with many diagnoses. Most recently I have worked with individuals with autism spectrum...
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Rakilah P.


Columbia, MD

$15/hr4 yrs exp

A Fun And Safe Helper/sitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am looking for a position for summer break. I am reliable, fun, patient, and caring. I have experience with babysitting multiple children at a time, and children with special needs. I love working with children of all ages. I enjoy doing fun/educational activities such as science experiments, art projects, exploring outside,...
Rakilah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rakilah is phenomenal. Rakilah has cared for my 15 month old daughter while I worked from home. She takes my daughter on adventures to the library and park. She is trustworthy, dependable, and professional. Highly recommend!"

Alexandra B.

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Erin L.


Columbia, MD

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Full/Part-Time Caregiver Of Children Of All Ages

I have been working with children for 20 years; anything from babysitting or nannying to working in academic intervention in the public school system for six years. I have been a nanny, a preschool teacher and a para-educator with high school students with special needs and elementary age children. I'm competent and can work...
Erin can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CNA

5.0
"Finding a good professional nanny is no easy thing, so it's not surprising that when we found Erin we chose to keep her on for 6.5 years, until our youngest was in kindergarten. Erin cared for our four children, including our twin boys starting at 18 months. When...

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Rachell W.


Columbia, MD

$20-53/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Childcare Director Available To Care For Your Children

Hired by 28 families in your neighborhood

I am a birth and post partum doula for 20+ yrs who specializes in multiples and overnight care while instilling healthy sleeping habits. I am also a 90hr certified childcare teacher and 45hr infant/toddler teacher. I have also been a state certified childcare center director. I have had 6+ years experience as a director and 7+...
Rachell can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Rachell stepped in at a stressful time for our family, when one of our children was in the hospital for surgery. She picked up our other two children at after-care, brought them home and cared for them until my husband returned late at night. She was very kind...

Elizabeth D.

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Talia P.


Columbia, MD

$24-50/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Here To Help Care For Your Loved Ones Like They Are My Own Family Too.

My name is Talia & I would love to give a little insight on my experiences. I have extensive experience working with seniors predominately but, I also care for individuals of all ages. I have worked largely in nursing homes/assisted living facilities including hospitals, private duty cases, hospice services at Gilchrist of...
Talia can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

CNA

I have been babysitting neighborhood kids since I was 15 years old. I took a few early childhood classes in high school and college. I recently was employed at a special needs transition school. I love working with children and have experience helping them with course work.
Ashleigh can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Experienced with special needs children, newborns, and infants. CPR certified. Currently working as a Clinical Research Coordinator at a local hospital.
Kathleen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Arianna B.


Elkridge, MD

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

Easy, Reliable, Laid Back Sitter!!

I have been a full time nanny for a little over 5 years now, but my current kiddos are moving away soon! I got my degree in elementary education from towson university, but the classroom environment wasn't really for me. I started assisting at a home daycare right out of college, and ultimately decided I wanted to pursue child...
Arianna can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hi, my name is Nour! I have had 6+ years experience with special needs care and 2 years of paid childcare for ages ranging from 12 months to 13 years old. I strive in being reliable, responsible, and providing the best childcare possible
Nourelhoda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
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Jacqueline H.


Elkridge, MD

$15-35/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi! I am currently a registered nurse at a community hospital. I am looking for babysitting jobs to keep me busy on my days off. I had been babysitting since I was in high school. I have experience working with children of all ages, including infants and children with special needs. My schedule varies throughout the week so I...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Catonsville, MD

Liat S.

5.0

Liat was highly professional and responsible, she was able to help us with short notice. We are so grateful to her and our 6-year-old greatly enjoyed her company. Definitely recommend!

- Theresa M.

Sophia M.

5.0

Sophie was a dream to work with. She was our full time nanny for about a year and truly became part of the family. She is extremely dependable and most importantly, she was amazing with our son. Seeing his smile every morning when she arrived made me so happy! I can't say enough about Sophie - any...

- Tayler T.

Raven H.

5.0

Raven is so sweet and always patient through tantrums. She is able to get our 2 year old to eat more than we can. Raven keeps her entertained all day, and takes her to the park, library classes, and neighborhood walks. She is amazing with our newborn, and always has helpful baby tips and tricks when...

- Anne C.

Therese H.

5.0

Therese was excellent. She was able to show up on very short notice and helped us care for our young toddler. She's very attentive and listens to the instructions for the child. We felt very comfortable with Therese taking care of our toddler to the park and reading to her and freeing us up to do...

- Benjamin P.

Dianna M.

5.0

We loved Dianna and my son really flourished under her care. It is nerve-wracking going back to work with your first and you want to make sure they are well cared for and loved. Dianna did all of that!! My son was slow to speak because he was growing up in a bilingual household so we taught him...

- Kara G.

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