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Sharifa K.


Derwood, MD

$17-30/hr

Special Needs Care Giver

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I am an experienced caregiver. I treat my clients with respect, friendship, love and care. I am hardworking and professional.
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Camille R.


Derwood, MD

$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

I'm from Brazil. I have been working as a nanny for the past 6 years I have experience with infants to teenagers. I am a licensed nurse by profession in my country , clean background check, up to date immunizations. I love reading, arts and crafts, outdoor activities, all kinds of games. Anything that can stimulate the kids...
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Elena M.


Derwood, MD

$15/hr • 1 yrs exp

2004-2016 Volunteer work with orphans and kids with special needs from 3 y. o. to 18 y. o. I helped to take care of them, to teach them, and helped them to organize creative projects for fairs, festivals and competitions. A lot of children had special needs and challenges including physical and emotional. I enjoy taking care of...
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Tanya C.


Derwood, MD

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Medical Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been caring for patients for years! I've worked for a plastic surgeon since I was 19. Now I am a CMA so that I can provide extra levels of care. I can provide many areas of care such as post surgery, CPR, injections, as well as all bodily care. I'm strong and can lift, I can take you to appointments and set up meals and...
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Arabella P.


Derwood, MD

$15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Bella! I currently am a sophomore at Flagler College studying Deaf Education. I have extensive experience with a wide variety of children, including those with special needs! I am fluent in both English and Spanish and I am currently taking my fourth year of American Sign Language. I have a teaching job during...
Arabella can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Vera N.


Silver Spring, MD

$19-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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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Jamie C.


Germantown, MD

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nanny/Tutor

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of three grown children, one with special needs. I also have two grandchildren, ages 7 & 3 and 1 Golden doodle! I have a degree in Early Childhood Education, certification in Elementary Education, and extended experience with special needs children. My experiences have given me great opportunities to work closely...
Jamie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Camila M.


Montgomery Village, MD

$27/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Camila, and I'm looking for a full-time or part-time nanny position. With 7+ years of experience as a nanny, including caring for children with special needs, I am dedicated to helping families ease their day-to-day stresses by ensuring their little ones are safe, loved, and happy Key Qualifications: CPR and...
Camila can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She's a super responsible, dedicate and strong woman."

Gabrielli C.

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Charlene O.


Rockville, MD

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Career Nanny/Teacher Of 20 Years Looking For Full-Time Job

Hi. I have 25 years of childcare experience. Childten are my passion! I just finish nannying for a family for 3 years, with 4 sweet children, 4-year-old(twins), 6 and 9(special needs). Both parents are physicians I created and implemented daily a stimulating structured schedule. Consisted of music, art, outdoor activities,...
Charlene can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My kids love to be with Charlene because she always makes sure she is fully engaged with them and attentive to their needs. She is creative and kind and my kids consider her like family. She encourages my kids to engage in activities that require them to use their...

Rachel W.

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Ashley C.


Rockville, MD

$27/hr • 6 yrs exp

Full-time And Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Ashley, and I recently moved to the DMV area! I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Childhood Education, and Special Education in 2022. My journey in childcare began at age 12 as a mom's helper, and since then, I've had the privilege of providing care for numerous families, teaching preschool, and working...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ashley is a great young girl, she has hung out and played, read to, and babysat my 2 young grandsons for the last 5 year's during the summer. Just great with young kids. I am friends with her family. Went to the beach yesterday and my daughter had her friend with 2...

Kate S.

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Rachel T.


Rockville, MD

$19-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

4.0

(1)

My name is Rachel and I am a child care/special needs professional. I have experience working with children of all ages from all different circumstances and abilities. I am also open to working with teens and adults. I am caring, creative, responsible, energetic, perceptive, and engaging with a great sense of humor and a focus...
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Jessica B.


Rockville, MD

$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Loving Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I`m 29 years old Bachelors Degree Nurse in another country. Have worked for families with special needs members. I love taking care of people, so that`s a job I feel confident and proud of because it makes me happy. In addition to Special Needs care I offer Child Care and Senior Care service. During this 2020 Pandemic I`m...
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Miranti M.


Rockville, MD

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

A Loving And Multitasking Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a happy wife and mom of one sweet little daughter. I am graduated from Psychology and I have been working with children for more than 20 years, including as a nanny from toddler to 10 years old, infant babysitter, school-homework assistance, piano lesson tutor, teaching in pre-school and elementary level, working with...
Miranti can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Miranti is very caring and always look for a way to assist when needed. Someone I can trust my child with. Highly recommended!"

Doris V.

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Icilma J.


Silver Spring, MD

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

I have been a child care provider for over 25 years and an elderly care provider for over 20 years. I am ambitious, punctual, honest, trustworthy, kind and very reliable. I am certified in CPR and first aid as well as hold certificates in medication technician field and experience with special needs children. I am...
Icilma can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, hospice services, home modification, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Icilma worked in my mother's home to help her for a period of 2 1/2 to 3 years.She was an angel! At the beginning my mother needed only some supportive care with meals and walks. She cooked meals just as my mother requested and was wonderful company taking her for...

Phyllis J.

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Diane N.


Rockville, MD

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Flexible Caregiver Avalaible!!!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced Caregiver with CPR and First Aid certifications. Organized and collaborative team player strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Proficient in caring for geriatric patients to improve overall health and well being. I managed the daily activities and recreation of children with special need.
5.0
"Diane is so lovely and sweet! I hired her to take me to and from an appointment that I was getting anesthesia for. She was on time, reliable, and kept a sunny personality to keep my spirits up. Really loved her and would bite again!"

Brittany S.

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Lourdes F.


Rockville, MD

$35-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Experienced Nurse from El Salvador Available to Work Part or Full Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a nurse graduate in my country of El Salvador and I have a lot of experience working as a babysitter. One year ago I worked as an aide in a school for kids with special needs in Arlington Co., VA, it was an interesting job because I had the opportunity to know more about Autism, Down syndrome, etc. Working with and...
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Azra H.


Germantown, MD

$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm experienced 42 years old female looking for nanny position. I have 19 years of continuous experience in working with children - I was taking care of twin infants and toddlers, preschoolers, older children, as well as special need children. I have great references from families that I've worked for upon request. I am a...
Azra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Azra cared for our two sons for 6 years! She was loving, kind, reliable and extremely responsible. She spent most of her time with our younger son, who is special needs and requires extra attention and care. Our time with Azra came to an end when she moved states...

Karen H.

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Deborah O.


Germantown, MD

$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Certified Nurses Assistant, General Nurses Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Certified Nurses Assistant and Geriatric Nurses Assistant. I have 3 years of experience working with individuals who have special needs. I am willing to drive and do household cleaning whenever possible.
5.0
"I needed help with my daughter for about six months while I was working in Washington DC ...I was very hesitant at first with the website and finding someone who could work around my work hours as well as my daughters needs was a hustle I hired Deborah before I...

Nyaboke B.

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Adriana J.


Rockville, MD

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

I have more than 5 years of experience taking care of children. From new born to 10 years old. I also have experience with a special needs kid, some knowledge of Physical Therapy and Speech. I speak Spanish and English, so I can incorporate this while I'm babysitting your children if you are okay with it, I have my own...
Adriana can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Adriana is an awesome babysitter!! She goes above and beyond for anything you request with passion! She babysit for my 9 month old baby with so much care, love, and patience. I really enjoyed her being energetic and active with my son because he loves that...

Dexter W.

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Gifty Q.


Gaithersburg, MD

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Love Caring

Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood

My name is Gifty, I'm currently available for a full time nanny position. I'm passionate about childcare, I have 10 years of experience in guiding children. Over the years, I have had the pleasure to work with newborns up to teenage, multiple children, and special needs. I am infant CPR certified, and have excellent...
Gifty can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Gifty has been an excellent caretaker for my daughter M, who is developmentally delayed but quite robust, cheerful and fun. Although she is 29 years old, developmentally M is about 18-24 months. She is non-verbal but does not have any health issues...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Derwood, 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.

Camila M.

5.0

Camila was an absolute pleasure to work with. She provided expert, compassionate care to our infant daughter. Camila is heavily engaged in her development, physically, intellectually and socially. She uses an app to help guide she appropriate activities and exercises. Camila has such a bright and...

- Care member

Charlene O.

5.0

My kids love to be with Charlene because she always makes sure she is fully engaged with them and attentive to their needs. She is creative and kind and my kids consider her like family. She encourages my kids to engage in activities that require them to use their bodies and their minds, but she...

- Rachel W.

Ashley C.

5.0

Ashley is a very responsible, caring, and compassionate young woman. She has experience working with a broad range of ages and has worked with many children with special needs. She made the deans list of Marist College where she is in a 5 year Masters or Special Education program. She has...

- Tammy C.

Miranti M.

5.0

Miranti is very caring and always look for a way to assist when needed. Someone I can trust my child with. Highly recommended!

- Doris V.

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