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Chloe P.


Rising Sun, MD

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Paraprofessional And Nanny

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I'm an experienced caregiver with four years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion lies in making a positive impact on children's lives. I believe in creating an environment where children can learn, grow, and have fun. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I have a knack for engaging children with...
Chloe can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Shyanne R.


North East, MD

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

I am a fun, loving mother of 2 boys. I have worked with children for over 15 years. I currently work with special needs children within the school system. I enjoy planning crafts and activities as well. Throughout my time working with kids I have studied to help kids with ADHD, Child growth and development and Ages and Stages.
Shyanne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Deidre C.


Havre de Grace, MD

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny with 10+ years experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Nanny with 10+ years experience. I am also a nationally certified EMT , PCT (in hospital ICU / respiratory units) as well as a CNA/GNA. One family had kept me employed for 6 years while they would frequently travel out of state and country. I cared not only for both children , appointments and school events but also household...
Deidre can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Benjamin J.


North East, MD

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Unlocking The Puzzles Of Autism Specific To Each Person.

I have over 10 years of experience. I enjoy and have had great success helping family's if can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support and Behavior - Applied Behavior Analysis.
Hello! My name is Alexandria, and I am 22 years old with six years of experience working with children. I have done tutoring, nannying, babysitting, as well as volunteering at my local church in constructing kids programs. I enjoy working with kids very much and would love to continue a career in the path. I enjoy creating...
Alexandria can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
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Rachel P.


North East, MD

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring & Loving Sitter

Hello! I am a recent transplant from NJ looking for a nanny/babysitter position. I have over 12 years of experience caring for children. I started out in a daycare center, ran a summer camp, went back to a daycare center, and most recently was an in- home nanny to a family of 6 whom I miss dearly! I have worked with all ages...
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Laura G.


North East, MD

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Hi!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Laura and I pretty much always worked with kids. I started working as a babysitter when I was 15 years old, taking care of two beautiful boys of 4y. When I was 18 I started working in a high school with teens from 14y to 18y. I also worked with a family of 3 kids of 10y and 8y, two being special needs and needing...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
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Amanda A.


Perryville, MD

$20-25/hr

Experienced Caregiver

I have experience working with developmentally delayed and medically fragile kids. I am familiar with assistive devices such as wheelchairs and walkers. Can lift up to 100 lbs.
Hello, my name is Jessica. I'm upbeat, hard working and caring. I graduated from Towson University in 2012 with my bachelor's degree in Family and Human Services. Since then I have been working in that field, primarily doing care management. I left my most recent job at the Crisis Center to go back to school full time. Turns out...

Tammy D.


Darlington, MD

$18/hr10 yrs exp

For Hire

5.0

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I am a Mother to 3 and a step-mom of 2 boys. All of my babies have moved out on their own except one daughter who is 23. I also have 2 grandchildren, I have worked with special needs children for the last 7 years. In my spare time, I enjoy crafting, woodworking and playing outside with my chickens, goats and pigs. I love...
Tammy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Tammy is that "go-to" friend that will stop what she's doing to help anyone. The way she is with children is truly amazing, not everyone has that gift. My daughter, who is now in High School, loved going to Tammy's for summer break and here and there when my...

Samantha D.

Madison B.


North East, MD

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hello, My Name Is Madison And I'm From North East, MD. I Have 6 Years Of Experience In Childcare.

I have been passionate about childcare since the age of 16. For four years, I had the privilege of working at Jesus Loves Me Childcare Center, where I honed my skills and developed a deep appreciation for the joy of working with children. Upon leaving JLMCC, I embarked on a new journey with CCPS as a Special Education -...
Hello, my name is Madison. I am 21 years old and from North East, MD. I have worked in childcare for 5 years. 4 years I was a daycare teacher for K-6 as well as substituting in Pre-K. Now, I am a Paraprofessional for Elkton High School where I provide support to special needs children. Additionally, I have off during the summer...
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I have worked in the healthcare field for over 25 years. I enjoy working with seniors, love animals, can cook and do light housekeeping.
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Shawn H.


Aberdeen, MD

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/babysitter

I have 26+ years of experience raising my 3 children as a SAHM, family manager and homemaker. I home-schooled my kids for 10+ years, before they attended conventional schools. They all graduated with honors. Two of my children have high-functioning autism and other neuro-atypicalities. I'm well-versed in all things...
5.0
"Shawn is extremely thorough, thoughtful and conscientious. She is responsible, knowledgeable about working with children with special needs, practical and dependable. Shawn is also trustworthy and reliable. I have no hesitations in recommending Shawn for...

Lori W.

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Jeff Y.


Airville, PA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part-Time Child & Youth Companion Worker

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in a variety of roles, including one-on-one caregiver for high functional youth, group home house parent, and a season as a Juvenile Justice transportation driver. I have also worked for 4 years in Early Childhood Education, where I worked with families to help them education their young children. As a father of...
5.0
"Hired Jeff to drive me to a surgical appointment. He was on-time, professional and thoughtful. Also jumped in where needed when the appointment ran a little longer and got more complicated than expected."

Candace V.

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Tammy R.


Belcamp, MD

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

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


Aberdeen, MD

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Loving, Attentive

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have enjoyed many years caring for children, including 25+ years of experience raising my three children as a full-time mom, homemaker and family manager. I home-schooled my kids for 10+ years before they attended public schools. They all graduated with honors. My children are individuals with "2E" autism, ADHD and other...
Shawn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"It makes all the sense in the world that Shawn is on Care.com. She cares about your kids, she cares about your family, and she cares about making the world a better place for all of you. Shawn's a difference maker in her inherent understanding of how to nurture....

Chris Z.

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Jennifer A.


Belcamp, MD

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

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: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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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Emily J.


Elkton, MD

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

My name is Emily and I'm a 21 years old. I'm looking for a recurring nannying or dog walking/sitting dog preferably in the morning but schedule is flexible. I have done a lot of babysitting, especially over the last couple years. Whether it was for neighbors, friends, or family. I also volunteered my senior year of high school...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Emily is one of the best people i know when it comes to animals and kids. She has a big heart for both and tons of experience!"

Ethan H.

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Jessica W.


Oxford, PA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Temporary Housecleaner/Nanny/Date Night Babysitter/Pet Sitter Available Now!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for over 11 years now with experience in caring for children anywhere between the ages of 3 mos to 12 yrs including twins, newborns, and children/infants with special needs. My most recent position included caring for four children under the age of 6. Some of my duties include but are not limited to providing...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Jess is amazing! I have 2 daughters, 5 & 8. Jess would show up on time, very enthusiastic! She is very reliable and responsible."

Dana B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Colora, MD

Tammy D.

5.0

Tammy is that "go-to" friend that will stop what she's doing to help anyone. The way she is with children is truly amazing, not everyone has that gift. My daughter, who is now in High School, loved going to Tammy's for summer break and here and there when my husband and I had something planned. I...

- Samantha D.

Shawn H.

5.0

Shawn is extremely thorough, thoughtful and conscientious. She is responsible, knowledgeable about working with children with special needs, practical and dependable. Shawn is also trustworthy and reliable. I have no hesitations in recommending Shawn for employment.

- Lori W.

Jeff Y.

5.0

Hired Jeff to drive me to a surgical appointment. He was on-time, professional and thoughtful. Also jumped in where needed when the appointment ran a little longer and got more complicated than expected.

- Candace V.

Shawn H.

5.0

Shawn joined our family last year. She is kind, reliable, trustworthy, and has a genuine love for children. Her patience, warmth and natural ability to connect and care for our daughter was incredible. We were so lucky to have found such an amazing nanny and person like Shawn.

- Josselin L.

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.

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