Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Elkridge, MD

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Elkridge, MD

Jazmin S.'s Photo

Jazmin S.


Glen Burnie, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Nanny

5.0

(1)

See profile
Hi my name is Jazmin and I love caring for children. I've had experience caring for infants, newborns, toddlers, elementary school aged children and older children. I also have experience with special needs children and children with other disabilities and health issues. I am CPR certified, have my medical assistant license, and...
Jazmin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

Sydney A.'s Photo

Sydney A.


Laurel, MD

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Sydney, and I've been babysitting for 3 years. I am 23 years old and a recent graduate from Howard University. I have been with 4 families long term in my last 3 years. I also have experience with special needs children. I have mainly worked with elementary aged children (4-13). I have also have some experience with...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Sydney did a wonderful job caring for our boys! She bought over games and activities for them to participate in and was on-time and very professional! The kids were tucked in and sleeping with everything in order upon our return home. We will definitely be hiring...

Brandon W.

Meriam D.'s Photo

Meriam D.


Glen Burnie, MD

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Nurturing And Responsible Nanny

Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood

I am a very enthusiastic, responsible, musical and creative former teacher! I am currently not available for childcare, only tutoring, piano lessons or pet sitting. As I do have a 18-month-old child, they would need to be able to accompany me to any job. I taught for seven years as a full time high school Spanish teacher. I am...
Meriam can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Meriam watched our foster children on short notice and we couldn't be happier. The kids are Spanish speaking, and Meriam's language skills were extremely useful. The kids were comfortable with her and she went out of her way to make us feel comfortable by providing...

Duane M.

Helen H.'s Photo

Helen H.


Baltimore, MD

$23-27/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter And Nanny

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi. I'm Ms. Helen and I'm a mother and an experienced nanny. I offer over 16 years of experience caring for children from birth ( including premature infants) to adolescence. I have experience with special needs children (those with epilepsy, autism, pace makers, and cerebral palsy). My caretaker philosophy is to provide...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"In our phone interview, Helen was very sweet and knowledgeable, and her experience caring for people with disabilities made her stand out as able to adapt to someone's needs. We ended up having a change in circumstances and did not hire a nanny at all, but Helen...

Kate F.

Deborah P.'s Photo

Deborah P.


Linthicum Heights, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Mature College Educated Nonsmoking Woman Available For Childcare Infant - 10 Yr.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a caring, experienced, safe nonsmoking, mature college educated woman providing child care for children of all ages. I will provide help with virtual learning, homework, tutoring, preparation of meals, transportation. I am very comfortable with newborns, multiples, special needs and caring for sick children. My...
Deborah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Deborah is amazing! This is the first time I have ever hired a sitter for my daughter. I was very nervous as to how she would react around someone new and so much time away from mommy. Deborah did an excellent job reassuring me, sending pictures and updates hourly....

Miranda L.

Sethatina N.'s Photo

Sethatina N.


Laurel, MD

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Tina. I am currently NOT available for any childcare at this time. Thank you for your interest in my skills and may you find a caregiver who is a perfect match for you and your child(ren). I am a friendly, loving, caring, fair, playful, and firm caregiver who loves children and helping them learn and...
Sethatina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We had the pleasure of working with Tina for 9 months starting when our daughter was 3 months old. The only reason we stopped employment is that we always planned to have our daughter in a full time daycare at 1 years old. We were lucky to have her under our...

Angela M.

Sophia M.'s Photo

Sophia M.


Baltimore, MD

$28/hr9 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny Available

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I grew up the oldest of four children and was the go-to nanny. In addition, I have several years of experience working in an elementary school. I have 5+ years of experience working with children and would describe it as my passion. I am willing to cook meals as well as do light housework but my first priority is always caring...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sophie was a dream to work with. She was our full time nanny for about a year and truly became part of the family. She is extremely dependable and most importantly, she was amazing with our son. Seeing his smile every morning when she arrived made me so happy! I...

Tayler T.

Esther W.'s Photo

Esther W.


Ellicott City, MD

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Esther and I am 24 years old from Howard County, Maryland. I graduated in Spring 2023 from Towson University studying Mass Communications and am working part-time in music & film. I am also an artist and enjoy getting outside, reading, playing games, cooking, animals, and yoga. I have babysat/nannied for many...
Esther can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Esther has babysit for us on several occasions for our 6 and 11 year-olds. She is very engaging with the kids and very responsible. We have been very pleased with her every time. She even helped us out very well when we held our 6 year-old's birthday party at our...

Easton G.

Madelaine K.'s Photo

Madelaine K.


Baltimore, MD

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Your Child's Future Built In Best Friend!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am Madie, I grew up outdoors as a girl scout. I am a funky, patient, hard working, artsy girl! I'm currently studying at MICA in baltimore. Given my classes- I am not free all day everyday, but I do have specific hours listed where I would be fully available, punctual, and reliable. I have been working at a nature...
Madelaine can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Madie is great! She took care of our 3-year old and 11-month old in our hotel room while we were here on vacation. She gave us lots of kid-friendly suggestions of things to do in the area, and while she was babysitting she texted me updates which I appreciated....

Care member

Victoria H.'s Photo

Victoria H.


Glen Burnie, MD

$15-45/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I have 2 kids of my own. And I am a grandmother of 1 grandson. I am not a licensed childcare provider but I have worked with kindergartens and children with special needs for the past 13 years. I enjoy being with children.
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Aminata S.'s Photo

Aminata S.


Laurel, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time Care Giver

Hello my name is Aminata , and I am looking to make a difference in somebodies life by giving them the love and care they need on the daily basis. I am a Certified Nursing Assistance, and have been for 13 years. I love what I do helping those in need brings joy to me. I am willing to work part time , or full time. I am Certified...
Aminata can also help with: Visiting nurse, personal care, home modification, dementia, hospice services, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

Experienced with special needs children, newborns, and infants. CPR certified. Currently working as a Clinical Research Coordinator at a local hospital.
Kathleen can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Kelly R.'s Photo

Kelly R.


Glen Burnie, MD

$20-26/hr3 yrs exp

Elderly People

RN waiting for my job permit and get the Maryland license for start working in a hospital , I have been giving care to new born, children, adults and elderly people since 2019. I got lot of experience in hospital and homes. My last two years in the country I took care a kid since he was 3 months old until he turned 2 and...
Kelly can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, errands, transportation
Imani R.'s Photo

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: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Heidy G.'s Photo

Heidy G.


Columbia, MD

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

1.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm a mother of 2, a young man age 27 and a 20 years old young lady. I have experience with infants, elementary, middle and H school kids, currently working with special need angels for 13 years. Bilingual, English, fluent Spanish and basics of ASL. Also experience with Senior Care, (Alzheimer, dementia and recovering from...
Heidy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Noelle B.'s Photo

Noelle B.


Severn, MD

$15-18/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experience working with kids 0-12, housework, chores, baby care, and special needs. I've been babysitting for 7+ years and I love working with babies and children! I am currently a rising junior in college studying early childhood education. I am in the MD area from Mid-May to early August. I am comfortable with pets; but I am...
Noelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Kadijatu K.'s Photo

Kadijatu K.


Ellicott City, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I Have Been CNA, GNA, TME And Trained In CPR And First Aide. I'm Also A Sleep Tech Student.

Hello everyone, have been a Certified nursing assistant for over a decade. I have experienced in different area of healthcare such as dementia, Alzheimer's, wound care and hospice. I have worked in different facilities such hospitals, long term care, private duty and group home with special needs individuals. Good sense of...
Kadijatu can also help with: Errands, home modification, transportation, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

I am a registered behavior technician in the state of Maryland with a CPR certification. Being an RBT means I have experience with kids with autism, adhd, etc. my brother has Down Syndrome so he is my motivation.
Lincy L.'s Photo

Lincy L.


Laurel, MD

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

Hello . My name is Lincy , I have experience caring for a child , teenager and now young adult who has autism . I've been through many stages in this young man's life so I can say I gained a lot of experience along the way .
Bawi C.'s Photo

Bawi C.


Jessup, MD

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hi, I have more than 7 years of experience in various intensive childcare positions and working with families. I've worked with children of all ages and needs as well as adult and seniors in my community. In my previous medical roles, I have always gone above and beyond for clients. I have a natural ability to build...

Showing 41 - 60 of 60

Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elkridge, MD

Sydney A.

5.0

Sydney did a wonderful job caring for our boys! She bought over games and activities for them to participate in and was on-time and very professional! The kids were tucked in and sleeping with everything in order upon our return home. We will definitely be hiring again very soon!

- Brandon W.

Meriam D.

5.0

You won't regret it. Meriam is AMAZING!!

- Rayon W.

Helen H.

5.0

In our phone interview, Helen was very sweet and knowledgeable, and her experience caring for people with disabilities made her stand out as able to adapt to someone's needs. We ended up having a change in circumstances and did not hire a nanny at all, but Helen was easily into the next round.

- Kate F.

Deborah P.

5.0

Deborah is amazing! This is the first time I have ever hired a sitter for my daughter. I was very nervous as to how she would react around someone new and so much time away from mommy. Deborah did an excellent job reassuring me, sending pictures and updates hourly. Deborah is very pleasant, caring...

- Miranda L.

Sethatina N.

5.0

We had the pleasure of working with Tina for 9 months starting when our daughter was 3 months old. The only reason we stopped employment is that we always planned to have our daughter in a full time daycare at 1 years old. We were lucky to have her under our employment! She has a vast knowledge of...

- Angela M.

Additional Special Needs Caregiver Services

Special Needs in Hanover, MDSpecial Needs in Linthicum Heights, MDSpecial Needs in Jessup, MDSpecial Needs in Catonsville, MDSpecial Needs in Halethorpe, MDSpecial Needs in Ellicott City, MDSpecial Needs in Savage, MDSpecial Needs in Severn, MDSpecial Needs in Columbia, MDSpecial Needs in Brooklyn, MD
Special Needs in Spring Grove, PASpecial Needs in Hockessin, DESpecial Needs in Kingsville, MDSpecial Needs in Monrovia, MDSpecial Needs in Marietta, PASpecial Needs in Huntingtown, MDSpecial Needs in McLean, VASpecial Needs in Royersford, PASpecial Needs in Georgetown, DESpecial Needs in Glen Rock, PA
Show more

Special Needs Caregiver Articles

10 activities for kids with autism that offer a variety of benefits

March 3rd, 2025

In this article

... Read more
6 ways to cut the cost of hiring a nanny

6 ways to cut the cost of hiring a nanny

September 28th, 2024 You’ve looked over your child care options, and you’re pretty sure getting a nanny is the best choice for your family. The thing is: It’s not cheap.

... Read more
Most parents say hiring a babysitter is a constant battle, according to a new survey

Most parents say hiring a babysitter is a constant battle, according to a new survey

September 15th, 2023 Have you tried hiring a babysitter lately? If so, you might have been surprised to find... Read more