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Special needs caregivers in Clarksville, MD

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Lizzy N.


Silver Spring, MD

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Is Lizzy. I Love Art, Music, Swimming, Lacrosse, And Playing The Piano And Guitar.

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hey! My name is Lizzy and I'm a Psychology student with double minors in Human Development and Sociology at the University of Maryland, College Park. I love art, playing the guitar and piano, video games, lacrosse, and swimming (I'm actually a former head swim instructor and lifeguard - bonus points if you want me to give your...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lizzy was phenomenal. She went out of her way to take care of my children's physical AND emotional needs. You can't go wrong with her, she's fantastic. My children won't stop talking about her!!"

Madison H.

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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, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Sitters like Rakilah are Hard to come by. She was punctual, always showed up, and was extremely patient with my toddler. Not surprised that she's about be a teacher, at all. She was Great. Hire her if you want someone that your child will love."

Naa Ama V.

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Marlene A.


Laurel, MD

$25/hr9 yrs exp

My Name Marlene. I Have Been CNA/HHA For Over 8+ Years.

I think of myself as caring and compassionate and I enjoy helping the elderly and people with special needs. I have worked over 8+ years working with and caring for seniors, this is something that I am very passionate about. I have 8+ years of experience in CNA / HHA. I have experience in Alzheimer, dementia and total care I do...
Marlene can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Marlene, aka Miss Lynn, has been a consummate caregiver to my mother-in-law for about a year now. She has more than done her job, bathing, dressing and feeding my mother-in-law with professionalism and compassion. She also found us competent aides for days she...

Jeff B.

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Salmata K.


Laurel, MD

$19-25/hr5 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

As a caregiver with five years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My friendly, patient, and imaginative personality allows me to connect with children effortlessly. I believe in fostering a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive. I keep parents updated on their...
Salmata can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ms. Salmata was excellent with our son. "

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Kristin B.


Silver Spring, MD

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Care Provider

Hello, my name is Kristin. I have been doing pick up drop offs for 15 years. I also have experience with children on the autism spectrum and emotionally disturbed children. I have studied early childhood development and nursing. I am honest, loving and responsible. I have 4 children of my own (3 teens, 1 baby). With all of their...
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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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Vera N.


Silver Spring, MD

$19-25/hr2 yrs exp

I have been working with kids and seniors for the past 4 years. I have a cna and a CPR license. I have been working with seniors with dementia, Alzheimer's and special needs.
Vera can also help with: Grocery shopping
5.0
"Vera was great with the kids. Very fun and enthusiastic! Exactly what I was looking for. My son loved her and she always took him to the park which is his favorite place. I'd definitely use her again if possible."

Sharon S.

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Renee W.


Silver Spring, MD

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hello, My name is Renee. I am 23 years old. I am an EMT with Sandy Spring Vol Fire Department (since 2013), I was also active duty Navy, Corpsman/Medic (since 2015). I have experience with special needs, persons on the spectrum, kids and the elderly. I've grown up assisting my mother who has cerebral palsy. I am here to help...
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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I'm so in love with the fact that she embraces my son as if he was her own my son lots her so much to the point I think sometimes he doesn't want me an I'm his mother but overall she is very flexible with payment and tries to work with you, she is very punctual,...

Shavonni J.

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Anika T.


Laurel, MD

$12-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with children and adolescents for nine years from the ages of 5-21. Majority of my experience is with children with special needs. Additionally, I have experience with infants and toddlers. I am CPR, AED, and First Aid certified. I am reliable, outgoing, and very patient! I enjoying reading, stilt walking,...
Anika can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Anika served as a part-time caregiver for my children. She cared for my two daughters; ages 1 and 3. I highly recommend her for future employment. She was very dependable and I feel blessed to have her as a part of my children's lives. Anika has a kind heart. She...

Kelly M.

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Schenley S.


Silver Spring, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

30+Yrs Exp: From A Royal Family To Your Family

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as very hard working with high values and principles. Very caring, loving and very good conversationalist with great sense of humor. Perfect driving record, excellent credit and no criminal record. I will pass the most stringent background check. I like working with kids especially special needs...
Schenley can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

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Terra B.


Burtonsville, MD

$19-20/hr4 yrs exp

17 Year Old College Student Who Loves Kids

I am the oldest sibling, and my siblings have special needs so I have experience with looking after children with special needs. I am patient, kind and enthusiastic about my work and look forward to babysitting!
Terra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
I am good with people. I have worked with seniors for over 6 years and I have come to realize that all people have special needs and I am willing to work with them.
Abebech can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care
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Kari H.


Fulton, MD

$39/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced And Compassionate Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced childcare asst. teacher at Easterseals Day Care in Silver Spring. Worked with infants and preschoolers and kids with special needs. Mother's helper for many families in the Columbia, MD area.
Kari can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Nkeiruka A.


Laurel, MD

$18-24/hr2 yrs exp

Energetic Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekends!

I have mentored kids with special needs and disabilities and am a certified partner with special Olympics. I have taken 3 years of early childhood education classes. I have babysat infants and children alike. I am very hands on and enjoy making sure children are entertained, happy, and well taken care of.
Nkeiruka can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

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Juliana P.


Silver Spring, MD

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

I Heard Nanny ?

1.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Juliana I worked over 10 years as a volunteer at my church, caring for and teaching children of various ages, I took care of my sister for a long time in my life as well. I have experience with children with special needs, and I have a 40-hour RBT certificate. I am an ex au pair, I loved my exchange experience and I love what...
Juliana can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Betty I am a trustworthy, reliable, and compassionate person. My passion is to provide quality care to seniors with ADLS such as bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, meal preparation, and light housekeeping companionship. I have experience with seniors with Alzheimer's, Stroke, and Parkinson. Total care, cancers,...
Betty can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

I would like to share a bit about myself. I am a caring and nurturing individual, particularly skilled in working with children. My experience includes providing care for my mother during her illness, which involved managing her medications and assisting her with daily activities. This responsibility has equipped me with a...
Joannette can also help with: Errands, hospice services, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care & more

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there! I'm a special needs teacher with loads of experience taking care of kiddos. I happy to provide references and answer any of your questions. Looking forward to hearing from you! Best, Nathalia
Nathalia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Danielle G.


Olney, MD

$20-45/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

I have been a Special Needs Teacher for Montgomery County seeking morning/ daytime care as well as after-school employment. I work with mostly Autistic children but have experience across the board. I currently am learning deaf studies as well.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Clarksville, MD

Lizzy N.

5.0

Lizzy was phenomenal. She went out of her way to take care of my children's physical AND emotional needs. You can't go wrong with her, she's fantastic. My children won't stop talking about her!!

- Madison H.

Rakilah P.

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.

Marlene A.

5.0

Marlene, aka Miss Lynn, has been a consummate caregiver to my mother-in-law for about a year now. She has more than done her job, bathing, dressing and feeding my mother-in-law with professionalism and compassion. She also found us competent aides for days she couldn't cover. She's simply wonderful.

- Jeff B.

Salmata K.

5.0

Salmata helped take care of my 7 mo son for a day. She picked up the schedule well, played with him developmentally appropriately, and he was smiling when looking at her by the end of the day! All in all a success.

- Lina O.

Valerie C.

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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