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4.8
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Hannah, and I first began babysitting and working as a mother's helper at the age of 12 for a family of three children. I have been actively babysitting and working as a nanny since then and have had excellent (long term!) relationships with several amazing families. I have worked as both a full and...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hannah watched our 14 month old son while we were attending a wedding in MD. This was our first time a non-family member was watching him so naturally at first we were nervous but our son quickly took to Hannah so that made us happy. She was very sweet and gentle...
Catherine K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a Bachelors in Psychology with a Minor in Child Development. I have 4 years of experience with working with and teaching children with disabilities. I have a nephew with autism with whom I cared for, for several years, while my sister worked. I am patient, loving, understanding, and open to learning new things. I am...
Tyler H.
Capitol Heights, MD
$17-18/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Tyler I am a recent college graduate. I have graduated the University of North Carolina at Pembroke with a degree in Biology. I have experience working with children from ages 2-14. I have been able to create a creative space for children as well a teaching space. I also have experience working with special...
Tyler can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a reliable, patient, and creative Babysitter who has 10+ years of experience caring for children from infants to teenagers and children with special needs. With me, your children will receive additional care. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker. With my skills and experience, I'm able to provide a...
Nikteha can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"On time, professional, and her attention to detail is outstanding! Everything I could've asked for and I will be hiring her again."
Shai A.
Jaiden J.
Waldorf, MD
$18-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have two younger brothers both with special needs. My youngest brother has autism and the other brother had seizures growing up. I have been babysitting since I was about 13 I am now 23. I truly love kids and being able to help. I have a dog of my own so pets aren't an issue. I work at a hospital as a certified nursing...
Jaiden can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I have personally known Jaiden since she was 14. She is very kind, will treat your child or children right, and her compassionate demeanor is great for working with kids. She's CPR and first-aid ready which is always an added benefit."
Elizabeth H.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am a special needs caregiver for over 25 years and care for clients of all ages.
I empathetically and patiently Provide for the clients emotional, physical and mental needs.
I provide support with daily tasks to all my challenged clients with love and respect.
I accompany to school/classes/therapies if desire and...
4.0
"Annette, went above and beyond in her duties! What a blessing she is."
Samantha B.
Jamila D.
Washington, DC
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available Full-Time For Companionship, Light Housekeeping And Meal Prepping
5.0
(1)
I am a former CNA who has over a decade of hands on experience in healthcare. I am passionately dedicated to the care of seniors and special needs individuals. For years I have worked closely with adults living with special needs, Alzheimer's and dementia, as well as physical ailments (both acute and chronic). I am familiar with...
Jamila can also help with: Personal care, visiting nurse, home modification
5.0
"Jamila has worked for us on weekends for 2 years. She takes care of both of my elderly parents and does a good job with both. She's friendly, pleasant, reserved, and attentive."
Cecil D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Caring!! Dependable!! Professional!
Experience-25 years
Facilities where I have worked- hospitals , maternity wards-daycare , military bases-mental wards for children-private homes
Certificates, cna, CPR, first aid
Specialize in , sleep training , infant Care, special needs, Down syndrome, autism
Offering , infant care only...
Shellie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CNA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a primary school graduate teacher for 10 years. I studied and worked in my home country of Cuba. I have also 15 years of experience working with special needs children. I love children and working with them gives me great pleasure.
I am mother of 3 grown children and 2 from them are twins, which both are autistic and with...
Yeny can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Yeny has been tremendous help for our family and great for all ages from special needs children to elderly in different health stages.
She has extended hands-on experience in skilled private nursing and is very attentive and nurturing.
She is able to use main...
Monica S.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Keanu. I am looking for part-time or full-time work as a special needs provider, child care provider, or dog walker near Arlington, VA. I stay fit and healthy to keep up with my clients that I work with who may have and or may need high energy to keep them moving throughout the day. I have been working at Spurwink a...
5.0
"I can't write in words how wonderful person he is . Keanu has been helping us for almost a year , he is a hard working person we have ever known .
Not only he is a wonderful mentor for our Autistic son , but also he is his best friend to trust and a person to...
Sherry B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 27 years old and I have been a caregiver for over 8 years. I have experience working with youth of all ages including those who have a range of special needs. My goal is to provide structure, safety and an environment that fosters growth without sacrificing fun and a healthy bond with your child/children. I am a college...
Dyonna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dyonna worked from fall 2022 until fall 2023 with my 91-year old mom who was living alone. Dyonna has a wonderful, loving and caring way about her. She is wise beyond her years. She managed to cajole my mom (who could be quite stubborn) into doing things, and...
Ann A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional teacher with 17 years of experience teaching children with and without special needs.
You can expect me to be honest, respectful, reliable, and loving what I do.
I am willing to do babysitting, nannying, and tutoring, job during the weekends from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or from 5:00 p.m. to 12:00...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Ms. Grace was absolutely amazing! My kids loved her. She kept them engaged the whole time with learning activities. She had her hands full with a 4yo, 3yo and an 11 month old, but was able to handle them all. She even handled some house work for me. We enjoyed her...
Joy O.
Rachel C.
Bowie, MD
$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Rachel. I'm a Hampton University grad with a degree in Liberal Studies, focused on Elementary Education. If needed, I'm also happy to provide tutoring support. I've been working with children since 2016, starting as a teacher's assistant with toddlers and preschoolers during school breaks. After graduating, I...
Rachel can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Rachel has been great for us and has watched our kids several times. She's punctual, professional and the kids love her. Highly recommended."
Ryan J.
Bobbie O.
Annapolis, MD
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Bobbie or BJ for short. I am the mommy of 2 beautiful kids, 6 and 8. I grew up with 2 special needs foster sisters, who as I grew older assisted with taking care of. Before having my kiddos, I owned an in home childcare and early childhood education facility, which I absolutely loved. I can help with...
Bobbie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a college grad. I have worked in an elementary public charter elementary school for 5 years. I have also been a Tutor/Mentor since 2006. I am also a Home Health Aide & TME (Trained Medication Employee). I have taken care of physically/ mentally challenged adults for the last 10+ years.
In addition to working with children...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey, My name is Annie! I have experience as an EMT, an in-home care provider for a patient with special needs and with senior care at a center. I have fallen in love with the work and love to help some one be as independent as possible or help families manage their care! I am a CNA, GNA, EMT, and am certified in First Aide and...
5.0
"Annie has been and is a great caregiver to me. She is eager to learn whatever you have to teach and offers problem solving when you need it. She has an upbeat personality and I have yet to have a bad day with her. Always on time, never calls out, and occasionally...
Jimmy L.
5.0
(1)
My name is Jillian, and I am an occupational therapist. I have extensive knowledge and experience in the field of psychology, as well as working with people of all ages with various mental/physical disabilities. I have been helping people function in all of their environments (e. g., home, work, school, community), and I am well...
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I was employed in the human services field for over 25 years. I was also a foster parent for children 0-20. Some of them presented with physical and/or cognitive and emotional challenges. I am kind yet firm when needed. I teach coping skills and provide assistance as needed.
My rates start at $35 per hour.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have several years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have also cared for children with special needs.
Katie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She's very sweet and gentle with my special needs son. He actually follows directions when she is watching him lol."
Carly S.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for children in home health care situations for over 17 years, as well as healthy children for over 58 years. I have a reputation for being compassionate and caring. In addition, I have experience in caring for children with special needs as well. I also raised two children of my own. I love to watch children learn...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Betsy is a newborn whisperer! She started nannying our son at 2.5 months old. She was dependable and very knowledgeable about babies and their needs.
She is a very kind and calm person. Perfect nanny for infants!"
Lauren F.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dunkirk, MD
Hannah M.
5.0
Hannah is wonderful- reliable, kind, punctual, & organized! She is very sweet and my little boy smiled instantly when he met her! I felt super confident leaving her with my little one and feel blessed that she is available to help me with my seven month old son. She is an angel!
- Stephanie H.
Nikteha B.
5.0
On time, professional, and her attention to detail is outstanding! Everything I could've asked for and I will be hiring her again.
- Shai A.
Jaiden J.
5.0
I have personally known Jaiden since she was 14. She is very kind, will treat your child or children right, and her compassionate demeanor is great for working with kids. She's CPR and first-aid ready which is always an added benefit.
- Elizabeth H.
Annette K.
4.0
Annette, went above and beyond in her duties! What a blessing she is.
- Samantha B.
Jamila D.
5.0
Jamila has worked for us on weekends for 2 years. She takes care of both of my elderly parents and does a good job with both. She's friendly, pleasant, reserved, and attentive.
- Cecil D.
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