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Find special needs caregivers in Columbia, MD that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Columbia, MD

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Columbia, MD

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Erica B.


Columbia, MD

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Or Full-Time Caregiver

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I have been watching children of all ages for over 15 years. I have made breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I help with homework. I clean and wash clothes. I also worked at a place called Pump it Up. It is a party zone for children. I supervised children in the play area. I also played with the children. I served food and played...
Erica can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Imani R.


Columbia, MD

$18-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Imani. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately over 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to preteens. I have experience working with children with special needs for approximately 5+ years. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing...
Imani can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

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Nashmise A.


Columbia, MD

$34/hr5 yrs exp

The Nanny To Be With

As a nurturing individual with many years of professional and personal experience, I'm dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children. My passion for fostering their growth and development stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered the profound impact...
Nashmise can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Salimatou B.


Columbia, MD

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Compassionate Caregiver Specialising In Elderly, Infant And Special Needs Care

Hello! My name is Salimatu, and I have over 10 years of experience providing compassionate care for the elderly, infants, and individuals with special needs. I am CPR certified and trained to handle emergencies with professionalism and calm, always committed to safe, respectful, and attentive care. I specialize in assisting...
Salimatou can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
I have experience with my daughter who has special needs. She had a tracheostomy and G-tube. I am very caring and friendly with people of all ages. I have worked as a special education teacher and para educator for the last 8 years.
Fauzia can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
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Heidy G.


Columbia, MD

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Senior Care Giver.

Hi! I'm a mother of 2, a young man age 25, and a 18 years old. I have experience with elementary, middle, and high school, work with special need angels for 10years. Bilingual (English, Spanish and basics of ASL) Also experience with senior care (Alzheimer, dementia, recovering from a struck or simply companion)
Heidy can also help with: Personal care, dementia

Deborah K.


Columbia, MD

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

I have over 30 years of experience providing compassionate care for adults and seniors with special needs in the home setting, who have diverse needs---including dementia, diabetes, cardiac disease, developmental disabilities, and mobility impairments. I can provide respite care and relief for caregivers, and am committed to...
Deborah can also help with: Visiting nurse, respite care
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Umu B.


Columbia, MD

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated and nurturing multilingual care giver with over 10 years' experience working with infants, toddlers, children, and the elderly overseas in South Africa and Europe. Possess an additional 5 years working in the United States particularly with special needs children by providing treatment plans and providing extra care...
Umu can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

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Michelline A.


Laurel, MD

$20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

I am a CNA/HHA assistant with 10+years work experience in care environment, administering medication, providing support and other quality patient care services. I think myself as caring and compassionate and I enjoy helping the elderly and people with special needs. I have worked over 10+years working with and caring for...
Michelline can also help with: Transportation, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

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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
"She used to babysit my son before we moved to North Carolina. My kids liked her even my mom and my wife loved her ."

Lamiteck H.

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Sabria C.


Hanover, MD

$18-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Sabria I am 25 years old. I am a currently a graduate student. I have worked for a home health company over 5 years while also working through care. com. I also work as a care specialist for children with special needs and mental disorders As I caregiver the patients I take care of have chronic illness or...
Sabria can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Once we interviewed Sabria, we stopped looking at other applicants because we knew she was the best fit for our family. She assisted with childcare, housekeeping, and cooking and we were always exceptionally pleased with her services! Sabria instantly formed a bond...

Jennifer M.

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Stephanie M.


Burtonsville, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I think of myself as caring and compassionate and I enjoy helping the elderly and people with special needs. I have worked over 10 years working with and caring for seniors , this is something that I am very passionate about . I have 10 years of experience in CNA/ HHA. I have experience in Alzheimer, dementia and total care I do...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, home modification, hospice services, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Stephanie was very patient and caring towards her client. She showed compassion at all times"

Care member

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Lincy L.


Laurel, MD

$22-25/hr8 yrs exp

Bilingual Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a dedicated childcare provider with 8 years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My journey into caregiving was inspired by my rewarding experiences in previous babysitting roles. I am drawn to the opportunity to positively impact young lives and support families in need of reliable...
Lincy can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lincy is a Godsend! She bailed me out when I needed care for my 6 and 2 year old boys last minute. She is so very good with my kids and I came back to a spotless home. She's cheerful and friendly. I also appreciate that she is a good communicator; keeping me in the...

Cheryl O.

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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

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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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: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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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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Sabria C.


Hanover, MD

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Sabria I am 23 years old. I have experience as an nanny, personal care aide, and housekeeper. I do have a car that is fully insured . I have a bachelors degree in criminal justice and working on a masters in mental health counseling. I worked for a personal care agency for over 4 years. I also worked through care....
5.0
"Sabria is such an amazing asset to my family. I have 3 children, one of which has special needs, that Sabria cares for. Sabria is punctual, reliable, kind, caring, and 100% trustworthy. She takes the best care of my children and goes above and beyond every day...

Canaan B.

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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:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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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: Errands, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, dementia
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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Columbia, MD

Vera N.

5.0

She used to babysit my son before we moved to North Carolina. My kids liked her even my mom and my wife loved her .

- Lamiteck H.

Sabria C.

5.0

Once we interviewed Sabria, we stopped looking at other applicants because we knew she was the best fit for our family. She assisted with childcare, housekeeping, and cooking and we were always exceptionally pleased with her services! Sabria instantly formed a bond with our kids and they loved...

- Jennifer M.

Stephanie M.

5.0

Stephanie was very patient and caring towards her client. She showed compassion at all times

- Care member

Lincy L.

5.0

Lincy is a Godsend! She bailed me out when I needed care for my 6 and 2 year old boys last minute. She is so very good with my kids and I came back to a spotless home. She's cheerful and friendly. I also appreciate that she is a good communicator; keeping me in the loop with her arrival and how...

- Cheryl O.

Anika T.

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 's patient and has nurturing...

- Kelly M.

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Ratings for Columbia, MD special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.4 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Columbia, MD are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.