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Special needs caregivers in Chestertown, MD

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Chelsea R.


Chestertown, MD

$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

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Hello my name is Chelsea and I am 22 years old. I have worked with people with disabilities and also have two cousins with Down syndrome that I'm very close too. I would be a good companion and friend to your loved one. I am a non smoker and have a very reliable vehicle. I have been a nanny and caregiver the last 6 years. I...
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Shelby F.


Chestertown, MD

$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

About Me!

I have been working with children since 12 years old, starting with watching relatives and family friends, and eventually working for a service. I am currently in school at Washington College, studying to be a teacher. I have experience with children ages 6 months to 14 years old, however my favorite ages are under 1 and...
5.0
"Shelby was absolutely amazing with our Cane Corso. He is incredibly sweet and loves people; however, he looks intimidating. There is always a bit of anxiety allowing someone you do not know in to your home to care for your children and pets. Shelby eased any...

Kelly D.

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Patrice W.


Chestertown, MD

$17/hr • 3 yrs exp

About Patrice

Very patient and well rounded care giver I have completed the Cna class. Also I am CPR first aid. Nothing I am not willing to learn or try I enjoy caring for people. As I have also done direct professional support with special needs adult. I'd describe my personality as kind, outgoing and loving! I like caring for seniors...
Patrice can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, live-in home care, errands
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Jennifer A.


Belcamp, MD

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a friendly, patient and compassionate person and I enjoy working with the elderly. I have worked with people with diverse ailments such as Autism, stroke, dementia, Alzheimer's, Diabetes and people with special needs. It will be a pleasure to work with you. Kindly reach out to me. Thanks!
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Jennifer has been very helpful with the care of my husband. She has given me time to get things done and peace of mind when he is with her. "

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Vee A.


Annapolis, MD

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time and Overnight

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified CNA with CPR and AED certification, medicine technician and massage therapist with current background checks and over 10 years experience and I pride myself in going the extra mile for my clients and showing great compassion and reliability. I have experience with clients with dementia, Parkinson's disease,...
5.0
"Very personable. Every care recipient and their families have loved having Vee work with them. She is very patient, kind, and caring. She is also professional and trustworthy. I can't say enough about her!"

Jennifer S.

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Takita T.


Dundalk, MD

$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Personal Experience In Autism And General Education. Intermediate Level ASL

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I've worked for Kennedy Krieger Institute where I had to cater to a wide variety of diagnosis. Before that, I worked for Baltimore City public school system for two years educating both Autistic and general education students. In the special education setting, I was responsible for up to 9 students at a time. In the general...
5.0
"She's very caring and funny. She gets along really well with kids and has a beautiful spirit!"

Shaz W.

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Takita T.


Dundalk, MD

$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny In Search Of Full-time Or Summer 2019 Position

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I've provided child care for 20 years. This includes meal prep, bathing, homework assistance, aftercare, assigning my own extra-curricular assignments to assist in maintaining the current curriculum studied in the child's classroom, infant care, scheduled outings, transportation to and from home, overnight care, and teaching...
Takita can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Takita was great! She watched our 2.5 year old for one evening while we were in town for a family event. She was very responsive, provided a reference, and had strong experience in childcare so that all made me feel comfortable using her in this scenario. I would...

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Tammy R.


Belcamp, MD

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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20 plus years as a caregiver. I am very compassionate and sincere when it come to special needs.
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Jerri D.


Sparrows Point, MD

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Matt 25:40,John 13: 34-35,Hebrews 13:2, Gal 6:2

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Caring for others is my God giving gift. Kind, patience, empathetic, compassionate, extremely intuitive, and very talkative. My concern is to care for others as I would want my family being cared for. I love when others share their stories where they come from and their journey through life. Love to cook, clean, and organize. 12...
Jerri can also help with: Errands, home modification, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I have known Jerri for years, she has a passion that carries her abilities to care for others. Her heart is big, as is her personality is unmatched. Consider an interview and I promise you won't be disappointed. If I needed care in my later years I would lean on...

Amber C.

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Rachael H.


Essex, MD

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rachael. I have been teaching with BCPS for 10 years. I am certified to teach Early Childhood, Elementary, and Special Education. I was a nanny for 3 years as well as a summer camp counselor and director for over 6 years. I also have taught summer school and worked at a summer day camp. I have cared for children...
Rachael can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Literally the best person to trust your child with! She is hands down the best. Truly cares and has the biggest heart!"

Emily R.

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Emily M.


Essex, MD

$15/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey everyone! Im Emily! I'm a 24-year-old mom of two kiddos! I have a 1-year-old and a 5-year-old, special needs child. I am also the oldest of 7 children. I have been nannying for 7+ years. I started the year I graduated high school. I currently am a stay at home but looking for a family to grow with! I love the outdoors,...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Emily was sweet, polite, friendly, honest, and kind. I talked to her and had hoped to have her as our nanny. Unfortunately we could not have her due to our large dog. we didn't think it was a good idea with her needing to bring her baby. I really liked her very...

Mercedes M.

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Melissa B.


Edgewood, MD

$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Newborn Care Specialist

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello. My name is Melissa and I am a nanny/newborn care specialist. I have over 15 of years experience in childcare. I have extensive experience with newborns and postpartum care. I have worked with siblings, multiples, premies and babies with special needs. While I do nanny for children and babies of all ages where I really...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Melissa has been our PT nanny going on a year and we absolutely love her. Our 17 month old twin boys affectionately call her 'MiMi' and are always so happy to see her. Her extensive experience in childcare made us feel very comfortable with her looking after our...

Michael Y.

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Sarah R.


Sparrows Point, MD

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Let's Enjoy Life!

My name is Sarah. I was a special education teacher for 20 years and I have been thoroughly trained in safe transfers as well as equipment used to assist with transfers. The first 10 years of my career I worked at a school that serves students aged 3-21 who have significant intellectual, physical, medical, and communication...
5.0
"Sarah has been wonderful with my 3 children (daughter and twin boys). My son is on the spectrum and can be a handful at times, but Sarah looks at him as a challenge and HE LOVES her!!!! The other two don't want any other sitter coming over! Highly recommend!"

Tanya B.

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Jessica Q.


Dundalk, MD

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Jessica, I am 36 and currently a stay at home mom (kids will be with my husband while I care for your children). I have been babysitting children for 20+ years now. I have experience with multiples, premature babies, non verbal special needs children and adults. I completed child development classes in high...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jessica babysat our 8 month old twins, she did a great job! She is so calm/comfortable around babies, they immediately took to her. Being her first night with them, she kept us informed of their sleeping and even texted pictures of them sleeping. We will definitely...

Neesha M.

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Renee B.


Millington, MD

$15-16/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi!! I'm Renee. I'm 24, married and have two diva fur babies!! Currently I work in a daycare full time. I am a certified teacher in both Maryland & Delaware for Infants-School aged children! I do have experience with special needs children with different disabilities. I have babysat for local families for years. I love spending...
Renee can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Britney E.


Belcamp, MD

$15-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care Helper

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello I have 15 years of experience I have provided care for children ages 4 months all the way till 10 years of age. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I am a mother of 3 daughters I work at high School as assistant teacher I am CPR certified and aed certified I am fully covid vaccinated I am available...
Britney can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Crystal T.


Essex, MD

$20-50/hr • 20 yrs exp

I am a licensed daycare provider in Baltimore county with 20+ years of experience as a nursing technician within the Baltimore county public school system. I also worked with children with special needs for 18 years. I like working with kids because it's my passion in life. In my spare time, I like to read and explore the...
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Britney E.


Belcamp, MD

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

I am currently a inclusion helper at Aberdeen high school working with special needs children who have speech delays ADD , ADHD who need help with daily activities I have completed rbt course for Autistic children
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Sharon L.


Middle River, MD

$12-17/hr • 3 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, Kind Nanny

I have worked with kids all my life. Baby sat as a young girl. Got married and had 2 boys, one with special needs. I worked in BCPS system for 18 years I am a photographer, manager at Picture People and Sears Photo Studio. I then became a Nanny full time. I adore children, I am very protective over the children I watch. I have a...
Sharon can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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Jennifer A.


Belcamp, MD

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

I am compassionate, kind, patient and playful person. I have three children. I have experience working with people with ADHD, anxiety, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and other special needs. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I am currently in HCC pursuing nursing. It will be a pleasure to work with your family.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chestertown, MD

Shelby F.

5.0

Shelby was absolutely amazing with our Cane Corso. He is incredibly sweet and loves people; however, he looks intimidating. There is always a bit of anxiety allowing someone you do not know in to your home to care for your children and pets. Shelby eased any concerns right from the start. I...

- Kelly D.

Jennifer A.

5.0

Jennifer helped my Dad out in the mornings after his stroke left him with his left side weak. She was easy to work with and my Dad always compliments how nice she was. We're glad we met Jennifer, and would recommend her for other's loved ones.

- Natalee O.

Vee A.

5.0

Very personable. Every care recipient and their families have loved having Vee work with them. She is very patient, kind, and caring. She is also professional and trustworthy. I can't say enough about her!

- Jennifer S.

Takita T.

5.0

Takita was very flexible when I had professional travel that was constantly in flux. I'm happy to answer questions about my experience.

- Jen J.

Takita T.

5.0

Takita was great! She watched our 2.5 year old for one evening while we were in town for a family event. She was very responsive, provided a reference, and had strong experience in childcare so that all made me feel comfortable using her in this scenario. I would recommend her to other families.

- Care member

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