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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ellicott City, MD

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Ellicott City, MD

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Rakilah P.


Columbia, MD

$15/hr4 yrs exp

A Fun And Safe Helper/sitter

5.0

(3)

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am looking for a position for summer break. I am reliable, fun, patient, and caring. I have experience with babysitting multiple children at a time, and children with special needs. I love working with children of all ages. I enjoy doing fun/educational activities such as science experiments, art projects, exploring outside,...
Rakilah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sitters like Rakilah are Hard to come by. She was punctual, always showed up, and was extremely patient with my toddler. Not surprised that she's about be a teacher, at all. She was Great. Hire her if you want someone that your child will love."

Naa Ama V.

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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: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & 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.

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Mutiat J.


Elkridge, MD

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Practice CPR and First Aid in case of emergencies. Monitor child for behavioral changes and report variations to parents. Determine child's cause for distress and comfort them when they cry. Bathe, dress and groom child. Prepare nutritious meals and snacks for the child. Help eating meals and guide concerning habits of eating.
5.0
"Nikki was very reliable and comfortable with our two baby boys - we were grateful for her help! She was very easy and quick to communicate with as well. We would confidently recommend her and we hope to hire her again someday!"

Kate D.

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Liat S.


Halethorpe, MD

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

For the past 6 years I have worked in a summer camp for children with physical and mental disabilities such as autism and Down syndrome. These children are in preschool and kindergarten! I have a lot of experience with children with special needs.
5.0
"I was very nervous to hire a babysitter for our 8 month old for the first time, but Liat's experience put us at ease. She was very communicative, and jumped right in playing with our son as soon as she arrived. She texted us updates while we were gone, which I...

Brett C.

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Dianna M.


Elkridge, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Newborn Care 2024

*Vaccinated and boosted, Tdap and flu *CPR/First Aid are expired but willing to renew* Education: AA in general studies BS in psychology Certificate in Psychological First Aid 90 Hour Infant/Toddler Child Care certificate 28 hours of Newborn Care Specialist classes Certificates in Preventative Healthcare for the Newborn...
Dianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We loved Dianna and my son really flourished under her care. It is nerve-wracking going back to work with your first and you want to make sure they are well cared for and loved. Dianna did all of that!! My son was slow to speak because he was growing up in a...

Kara G.

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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:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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.

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Erin L.


Columbia, MD

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Full/Part-Time Caregiver Of Children Of All Ages

I have been working with children for 20 years; anything from babysitting or nannying to working in academic intervention in the public school system for six years. I have been a nanny, a preschool teacher and a para-educator with high school students with special needs and elementary age children. I'm competent and can work...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Erin has taken care of my two boys for the past year, ages 2 and 4, and she is extremely competent and can handle two crazy boys with ease! "

Amanda C.

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Rachell W.


Columbia, MD

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Preschool Teacher~ Experience With Special Needs And Autism.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a former Baltimore County Public School System 1-on-1 aide in the Pre-k classrooms with special needs children. I find joy in figuring out how to connect with them to help them reach milestones. As a former teacher myself, I enjoy teaching children and watching them learn. I believe everything can be a learning experience...
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Areesha K.


Baltimore, MD

$25-50/hr8 yrs exp

Young Upbeat Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I just completed my Master's in Physiology at Georgetown University. Currently, I work PT in Arlington as an Adjunct Professor teaching Anatomy and Physiology and a Medical Receptionist at a pediatric office. I am looking for extra hours in the evenings and on the weekends, especially for date nights! I've volunteered...
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Areesha was a great babysitter for my two kids. Always on time and responsive to the kids. I always appreciated how if she had a conflict, she gave me plenty of notice."

James F.

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Ashley O.


Jessup, MD

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

4.4

(8)

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

(One time jobs only) Hi! I am an occupational therapy assistant and on the side I babysit. I have watched children for the past 11 years including children 2 weeks old-13 years as well as children with special needs. I attended school at the University of Mary Washington as well as St Catherine Univ. I graduated in April with my...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ashley was great with my ten year old and two year old. She was very good at communicating prior to the day scheduled and was very flexible when times needed to be adjusted. I would definitely hire her again!"

Erin M.

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Talia P.


Columbia, MD

$24-50/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Here To Help Care For Your Loved Ones Like They Are My Own Family Too.

My name is Talia & I would love to give a little insight on my experiences. I have extensive experience working with seniors predominately but, I also care for individuals of all ages. I have worked largely in nursing homes/assisted living facilities including hospitals, private duty cases, hospice services at Gilchrist of...
Talia can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

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Rachell W.


Columbia, MD

$20-53/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Childcare Director Available To Care For Your Children

Hired by 28 families in your neighborhood

I am a birth and post partum doula for 20+ yrs who specializes in multiples and overnight care while instilling healthy sleeping habits. I am also a 90hr certified childcare teacher and 45hr infant/toddler teacher. I have also been a state certified childcare center director. I have had 6+ years experience as a director and 7+...
Rachell can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CNA

5.0
"Rachell has been an AMAZING help for helping my husband with before school care for my 2 kids! she is very punctual and professional and great with the kids. We will continue to keep her on as a sitter and will give out wonderful recommendations to anyone who is...

Rachel J.

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Raven H.


Columbia, MD

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a creative and friendly caregiver with 3 years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a safe and nurturing environment for children. My time spent babysitting has shown me the positive impact I can have on children's lives, and I'm excited to continue this rewarding work. I believe in open and...
Raven can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Raven is so sweet and always patient through tantrums. She is able to get our 2 year old to eat more than we can. Raven keeps her entertained all day, and takes her to the park, library classes, and neighborhood walks. She is amazing with our newborn, and always...

Anne C.

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Christina W.


Baltimore, MD

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! I'm available for weekend and overnight care Wednesday- Saturday. I have worked with kids from diverse backgrounds and walks of life for more than 10 years, including military families, families with children who are at danger, and families with special needs children. I have references that attest to my...
Christina can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Christina is a very hands on and creative teacher. Her own experiences from motherhood only add on to her excellent teaching abilities."

Shekara S.

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Sophie B.


Baltimore, MD

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Attentive An Fun-loving Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For all of my life, I've had an affinity and passion for working with kids! I was a camp counselor for about 4 years and also spent time being a one-on-one behavioral technician at Kennedy Krieger Institute for children with special needs. In 2022, I graduated from the University of Maryland with a Bachelor's in Psychology, and...
Sophie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Sophie for a few weeks while she was on winter break. She took care of our 10 month old daughter full time and was part time with our 3 year old son. Sophie is one of the sweetest, most patient babysitters we have ever had. My kids absolutely loved her. My...

Ayala K.

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Valerie C.


Columbia, MD

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

From 2013 until 2016, I worked in a childcare center in Clarksville, primarily with infants and toddlers. Before that, I worked in a Christian school in Laurel for 14 years, primarily as a kindergarten aide. I have my 90 hour certification in infant and toddler care, as well as preschool activities and curriculum, from Howard...
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Valerie is always on time and very reliable. She is good with our 3/y and 4/m old children and we have been inviting her back for the past half a year to help us with our kids."

Leonid B.

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Michelle S.


Halethorpe, MD

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

My Goal Is Take Make All Familes Geep Safe And Validated When Taking Care Of Their Babies !!

I have three kids one being special Needs I was recently employed at a children center mainly working with special needs kids and kid under the age of 4 ! I have a few certificates in basic health , early childhood childcare , ada , special education and autism understanding , I am in the pursuit of getting a degree in special...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"She’s amazing she watched my daughter 6 with autism and I’ve never seen someone as patient as her 🥰she’s great !! "

Michelle S.

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Sonia P.


Baltimore, MD

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Compassionate mother of 4 patient, caring, looking for to provide transportation as well as other needs. Note: experienced with special needs.
Sonia can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

I have experience with my daughter who has special needs. She had a tracheostomy and G-tube. I am very caring and friendly with people of all ages. I have worked as a special education teacher and para educator for the last 8 years.
Fauzia can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
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Alivia A.


Elkridge, MD

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

UGA College Student With Years Of Experience With Children!!

Hi! I am currently a student at the University of Georgia majoring in Human Development and Family Science. I am on the pre-Occupational Therapy track and would love to work in pediatrics some day. I have been working with children for 7+ years through church, schools, private nannying, and camps. I have experience with...
Alivia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ellicott City, MD

Rakilah P.

5.0

Rakilah is phenomenal. Rakilah has cared for my 15 month old daughter while I worked from home. She takes my daughter on adventures to the library and park. She is trustworthy, dependable, and professional. Highly recommend!

- Alexandra B.

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.

Mutiat J.

5.0

Nikki was very reliable and comfortable with our two baby boys - we were grateful for her help! She was very easy and quick to communicate with as well. We would confidently recommend her and we hope to hire her again someday!

- Kate D.

Liat S.

5.0

Liat was highly professional and responsible, she was able to help us with short notice. We are so grateful to her and our 6-year-old greatly enjoyed her company. Definitely recommend!

- Theresa M.

Dianna M.

5.0

We loved Dianna and my son really flourished under her care. It is nerve-wracking going back to work with your first and you want to make sure they are well cared for and loved. Dianna did all of that!! My son was slow to speak because he was growing up in a bilingual household so we taught him...

- Kara G.

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