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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Edgewater, MD
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Edgewater, MD
Maria A.
Annapolis, MD
$16-25/hr
I'm a young caretaker with a big heart and a strong passion for what I do. In the several years working as a licensed CNA and Medication Technician I have gained a broad range of knowledge, experience, and skill. I have worked in both in-home as well as living facility settings. I am well equipped in understanding and caring for...
Lakeisha M.
Bowie, MD
$20-22/hr
Hi there! I'm Lakeisha. I have experience working with individuals with different types of developmental disabilities as a Residential Counselor. I do very well with positive communication, assisting with activities of daily living, following behavior plans and finding creative ways to keep individuals engaged. I am a kind and...
I have a wide range of experience caring for age groups ranging from infancy to the elderly. I worked in nursing homes for 32 years. I started working in home health care in 2004, and especially enjoy giving one on one care. I have most recently cared for a child with cerebral palsy. I have a broad knowledge of medications, tube...
Hi! I am an experienced childcare professional looking to supplement my income with some part time or one-time caregiving gigs.
I work as a school therapist for my day job with students with counseling needs included in their IEPs. I hold licensure in two professions both as a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor and a...
Madison J.
Annapolis, MD
$15-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am an elementary school teacher looking for something on the weekends during the school year and during the week in the summer! I have experience with infants, toddlers, school aged, and special need kiddos! I am also able to tutor.
I'd describe my personality as patient, creative, and nurturing!
My skills include teaching...
I have a godson who has autism and I am looking into pursuing a career in special education. I would love to work with children with autism and/or down syndrome. I have taken many educational courses including special education. I have worked with children for over 25 years as either a lead teacher or a Montessori primary...
Larissa A.
Arnold, MD
$17-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have been working with children since I was 15 years old, as a nanny and in the church as a teacher and I really loved it, so since then I continue to improve my knowledge and become a nurse (thanks to that I have years of experience with special needs, newly newborns, in emergency and pediatric sector as well), I can make the...
Larissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
While working for my mother's daycare, before and after school and summer camp program, I came into contact with kids who had special needs. Some children had ADD, ADHD, Autism (on both sides of the spectrum) and some were even abused and neglected. My heart would always gravitate to the children who had special needs. I believe...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
RN who has raised two children with one special needs. I started babysitting 37 years ago. Just looking for occasional jobs. I love kids and pets. I have experience with all ages. My daughter was at a high risk for SIDS. Worked with infant monitoring and infant, child and adult CPR certifications. I love to play board and video...
Diane can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Diane has been very patient with my timid puppy. She replies to my questions very quickly and has been available to take care of my puppy on short notice. I would highly recommend her!"
Joanna B.
Betzabeth P.
Upper Marlboro, MD
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring, Flexible And Responsible Caregiver Available
3.7
(3)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a caring, responsible, reliable, honest, trustworthy, patient, compassionate, flexible, and easygoing person. I do have 18 years of experience working with birth, infants, toddlers, and children with special needs... I enjoy it!.. because they're a gift from God. I do like teaching, helping them develop their growth, and I...
Betzabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Beth is extremely knowledgeable, caring and dependable. My 7 month old daughter absolutely adores her soothing lullabies. I trust Beth and absolutely glad I found her."
Lilly H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Consider myself a Nanny by nature, with 13 plus years experience, specializing in twins. Including special needs, sensory/autism. Family longevity of eight years. I'm a softball mom, and fur mom to two German shepherds. I have worked in public school as a therapeutic inclusion companion for Howard County Recs & Parks. I never...
Lila can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"You can feel totally at ease leaving your child with Lila. She has been an instrumental part of our boys and families lives for over a year and has completely changed our lives! Her background and experience caring for twins and siblings allowed me to return to...
Ashley L.
Shella N.
Bowie, MD
$52/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun nanny with over 6years experience in childcare. I have worked in both day cares and also provided services at home for several families. I have experience working with newborns, toddlers and older kids. I am also a licensed Home Health Aid , willing and able to provide care for children with special needs. should you...
Shella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"My son instantly felt comfortable with Shella; she's got a great, warm and friendly personality. She was extremely flexible with the last minute sitting request I made, and she followed instructions for feeding and nap times perfectly!"
Krystal-rose P.
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: Grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Grace was absolutely amazing! She engaged the children with her bag of activities and they loved her. I would definitely hire Grace again. She is truly a Godsend!"
Tristina M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Elleigh. I am 26 years old and have cared for kids for 8 years now. From weekly babysitting jobs to daily nannying, I've spent a lot of time working with and caring for children and have loved every minute of it! Aside from childcare, I have also helped with small household chores such as light laundry, meals,...
Elleigh can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our family loves having Elleigh babysit. She is always on-time, the kids love her, and she does a great job making them lunch and cleaning up around the house. We are so sad that she is moving, but I'm sure she will make another family very happy in her new town!...
Shelley M.
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"She is very patient, dedicated to learn and she has a fantastic personality. She is very good with elderly and children as well. I would highly recommend her."
Mahamat K.
Eufemia W.
Chesapeake Beach, MD
$10-15/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience in respite care for 12 years. I have three years experience taking care of end stage COPD. Well familiar with different oxygen machine. I have also an experiece taking care client with autism.
Alice Y.
Glen Burnie, MD
$14-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in childcare in a daycare setting for about the last 16 yrs. I attended howard community college to receive all my childcare certifications, I am also CPR/first aid certified and have my medication administration certificate. I absolutely love working with childcare. I work for howard county public schools as a...
4.0
"Alice was a big help when we had a gap in services for our disabled child. She was kind, thoughtful and very professional in how she worked with our child."
Margaret M.
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: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm able to give them a chance at Hope!! I Have over 10 years of experience working with the elderly and children dealing with disabilities. I have a few Certificates. They are: MANDT TRAINING, Dysphagia and Specialized Diets and Basic Nutrition, Wheel Chair Safety, Hoyer Lyft Training, DDA Training, Cultural Competency...
Monyae can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Monyae helped us with my dad after had a stroke. He was rehabilitating in our house and he hated all of his caregivers except for her. She held his hand when he was upset and told us when we needed to do something differently to help him. She took notes on his day...
Gaby C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with children who has special needs for about a year now. I have worked with children ages 2- 12 years old with all different disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Down Syndrome, and Behavioral Disorders.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Edgewater, MD
Diane P.
5.0
Diane has been very patient with my timid puppy. She replies to my questions very quickly and has been available to take care of my puppy on short notice. I would highly recommend her!
- Joanna B.
Betzabeth P.
5.0
Beth is extremely knowledgeable, caring and dependable. My 7 month old daughter absolutely adores her soothing lullabies. I trust Beth and absolutely glad I found her.
- Lilly H.
Lila O.
5.0
You can feel totally at ease leaving your child with Lila. She has been an instrumental part of our boys and families lives for over a year and has completely changed our lives! Her background and experience caring for twins and siblings allowed me to return to work with minimal stress. She was open...
- Ashley L.
Shella N.
5.0
My son instantly felt comfortable with Shella; she's got a great, warm and friendly personality. She was extremely flexible with the last minute sitting request I made, and she followed instructions for feeding and nap times perfectly!
- Krystal-rose P.
Grace A.
5.0
Grace was absolutely amazing! She engaged the children with her bag of activities and they loved her. I would definitely hire Grace again. She is truly a Godsend!
- Tristina M.
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Ratings for Edgewater, MD special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Edgewater, MD are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.