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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Elkton, MD

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Elkton, MD

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Darcy J.


Elkton, MD

$20/hr9 yrs exp

I Have All Ages Experience And Experienced With Special Needs Infant .

5.0

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Hi. I'm Darcy. I have four grown successful kids of my own. I have been a nanny for 9 years now. My last position will end this summer, when I find my new family. I have been nanny to a downs syndrome little boy since birth and he is now 7 years old. Along with his younger sister. I do everything how you want things done. The...
Darcy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Darcy has been our wonderful nanny for almost 4 years now. I highly recommend her. She is always punctual, reliable, caring, and a great teacher. Any family will be lucky to have her. "

Renee D.

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Emily J.


Elkton, MD

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

My name is Emily and I'm a 21 years old. I'm looking for a recurring nannying or dog walking/sitting dog preferably in the morning but schedule is flexible. I have done a lot of babysitting, especially over the last couple years. Whether it was for neighbors, friends, or family. I also volunteered my senior year of high school...
Emily can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Emily is one of the best people i know when it comes to animals and kids. She has a big heart for both and tons of experience!"

Ethan H.

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Olivia D.


Elkton, MD

$16-26/hr1 yrs exp

Let's Spend Time Together !

Hi there! I'm Olivia from Elkton , MD! I would love to spend time with your family member assisting in any way that I can! I am fine with anything from help cleaning their room to taking a walk to just being a listening ear :)
I worked with developmentally disabled people , helped with medication dispensing, bathing , dressing , cooking , laundry, groceries toileting , feeding , activities , and appointments.
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Stephanie R.


Elkton, MD

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

I am excellent when it comes to special needs children. I've always had so much patience. I have a nephew who has autism and I love spending time with him. Please, message me with any questions you might have!
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Chayanna G.


Elkton, MD

$20-35/hr2 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Autism Teacher

SPECIAL EDUCATION EXPERIENCE: I have recently stepped away from the classroom to stay at home with my 5 month son. I have three years of special education experience in self contained classrooms with students with severe disabilities and autism. My degree is elementary education with a concentration in special education along...
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Emily M.


Elkton, MD

$13-18/hr6 yrs exp

Caring And Loving High Schooler, Ready To Take The Little Ones Off Your Hands

Hello! My name is Emily and I'm a senior in high school. I have 6 years of experience babysitting multiple children, infants, and children with special needs. I can help with light housekeeping, laundry, errands, pet care, and light meal preparation. I look forward to caring for your children and creating many laughs and...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Emotional and Psychological Needs Acceptance and Inclusion Feeling valued and included in family, school, and community. Emotional Support Encouragement, patience, and understanding from caregivers, teachers, and peers. Therapeutic Support Access to counseling or therapy (e. g., play therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy).
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Sheena T.


Newark, DE

$25/hr15 yrs exp

Friendly And Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have almost 20 years of experience working with children and seniors with special needs. I am certified in CPR, first aide, and abdominal thrust. I am trust worthy, reliable, and immediately available for work.
Sheena can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"I’ve admired how Sheena works selflessly to put the care and needs of her clients first. She’s caring and compassionate. You will have peace of mind knowing she is caring after your loved ones."

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Nicole N.


Newark, DE

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi I have primarily worked with Autistic children and those on the spectrum. I currently work with the Department of Education in a classroom ratio of 6 children, 4 assistants, and 1 teacher. I have been at my current job for 1 year and 8 years with my prior job at AHRC where I also worked with children with special needs. I...
5.0
"We would recommend Nicole to anyone who needs help with there children or adults with special needs my sons are Autistic and she is great with them. Will hire her any time we need help. Thanks Nicole."

Joanne F.

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Katherine M.


Newark, DE

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 24-year-old child care professional with 5+ years of experience with ages 0-12. I graduated from University of Delaware in 2022 with a Human Services major and Disabilities Studies and Medical Social Services minors. I have experience with home based and center based care, including serving as a lead Infant/Toddler...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kate has been a blessing to our family. She is reliable, mature and flexible. She is very sweet but can be strong and authoritative when needed to be. We would recommend her to anyone!"

Kitty B.

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Dana A.


Newark, DE

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA And Mother Of 3 Now Adult Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Worked under the supervision of an RN providing bedside care, treatment and clinical documentation for patients on cardiac, hospice, dementia and many other ailments. I love making a personal bond with my clients and treat them with respect, dignity, and compassion. I like to help people gain independence and feel a sense of...
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Ella W.


Newark, DE

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Ella and a senior at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia! I'm moving back home to Newark, Delaware in December. I have always loved caring for and playing with children. I have grown up with many younger cousins and babysit them often. For a few years, I volunteered at the Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center in...
Ella can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ella is amazing with our kids and puppy! Our kids adore her and she goes above and beyond for them. She is responsible, honest, and very dependable :)"

Kathryn C.

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Adiatu K.


Newark, DE

$20-36/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am passionate caregiver with over 5 years experience working with children between age 4-20. I helped out with activity of daily livings.
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Nicole N.


Newark, DE

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Educator With 20+ Years Of Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I have been working with children for more than 20 years and I love reading, playing board games and working on desired goals to be met. I am currently working full-time for the Department of Education remotely. I have experience working with children with general and special needs. I have primarily worked with children...
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Nicole is amazing, very professional and caring. Educated and organized,taking care of children like their own. As an professional educator she has tasks and games for children to make them occupied and interested during her care time. I highly recommend her."

Ljubica S.

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Cynthia M.


Newark, DE

$15-26/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hi! I have been a paid babysitter since I was 12, I'm now 26. I have experience with kids of all ages, newborns included. As well as experience taking care of children with special needs and twins. I am currently nannying for an amazing family with 5 children under 7 (every Thursday and Saturday nights) I have been with them for...
Cynthia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Cyndi was a temporary nanny for us from Feb to May of 2019. She watched our infant son from age 4-8 months full-time. Always punctual, which was critical. Anytime she needed to slightly adjust, her communication was top-notch. She was also very accommodating when...

Matthew G.

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Sheena T.


Newark, DE

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Cheerful Caring Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have almost 20 years experience working with seniors and individuals with disabilities. I have worked in nursing homes, home care, schools for children with disabilities, etc. Long lasting relationships have been formed with many of the families I've worked for. And I am no stranger to hard work. I enjoy conversations, getting...
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Pamela M.


Newark, DE

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Trustworthy, Reliable And Passionate.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years experience assisting with the elderly and people with special needs. Growing up I was very close with my aunt who had Down Syndrome and have grown a passion to help others. I have tons of patience and I am very caring. I can assist with meals, light house cleaning, medication management, bathing and running...
Pamela can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, personal care, meal prep, errands
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Nicole H.


Newark, DE

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Ans Understanding Care Taker

Hello! I am Nicole I am a senior at Cab Calloway School of the arts. I am an Honor student taking college level classes. I have been babysitting for about 6 years. I live kids of all ages and enjoy keeping them entertained by playing games, doing crafts, helping with homework, baking, and much more. I also help with household...
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Gladys S.


Newark, DE

$25/hr8 yrs exp

I have been in the caregiver field since 2014. I started with 1on 1, companion then moved to group homes where we have diverse mental health clients that we deal with.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elkton, MD

Darcy J.

5.0

Darcy has been our wonderful nanny for almost 4 years now. I highly recommend her. She is always punctual, reliable, caring, and a great teacher. Any family will be lucky to have her.

- Renee D.

Emily J.

5.0

Emily is one of the best people i know when it comes to animals and kids. She has a big heart for both and tons of experience!

- Ethan H.

Sheena T.

5.0

Sheena goes above and beyond at every step. She is caring and compassionate and treats my sister like a family member. When my sister is having a particularly terrible day, Sheena calms her down and holds her until she stops crying. My family feels so grateful that she came into our lives. She is...

- Christin F.

Nicole N.

5.0

We would recommend Nicole to anyone who needs help with there children or adults with special needs my sons are Autistic and she is great with them. Will hire her any time we need help. Thanks Nicole.

- Joanne F.

Katherine M.

5.0

Kate has been a blessing to our family. She is reliable, mature and flexible. She is very sweet but can be strong and authoritative when needed to be. We would recommend her to anyone!

- Kitty B.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Elkton, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.