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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Essex, MD

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Essex, MD

Rachael H.


Essex, MD

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rachael. I have been teaching with BCPS for 10 years. I am certified to teach Early Childhood, Elementary, and Special Education. I was a nanny for 3 years as well as a summer camp counselor and director for over 6 years. I also have taught summer school and worked at a summer day camp. I have cared for children...
Rachael can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Great with children of all ages. Extremely patient and does a great job with fun activities and games. Very kind and always willing to help."

Lauren M.

Emily M.


Essex, MD

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey everyone! Im Emily! I'm a 24-year-old mom of two kiddos! I have a 1-year-old and a 5-year-old, special needs child. I am also the oldest of 7 children. I have been nannying for 7+ years. I started the year I graduated high school. I currently am a stay at home but looking for a family to grow with! I love the outdoors,...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Emily was sweet, polite, friendly, honest, and kind. I talked to her and had hoped to have her as our nanny. Unfortunately we could not have her due to our large dog. we didn't think it was a good idea with her needing to bring her baby. I really liked her very...

Mercedes M.

I am a certified infant teacher and I also have my preschool, CPR/ first aid and my medication distribution certifications. I have experience working with special needs children on a day to day basis and hope I can be a help to you and your family!
Hi, I have God daughters that have ADHD I was originally the babysitter before becoming their godmother. One of them have autism. I have a uncle that is handicapped. So I am experienced. I will say I'm more like a fun babysitter that likes to do fun activities.

Emily M.


Essex, MD

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Emily! I'm a 22-year-old mom with 3 years of experience with special needs! I have a daughter with congenital heart disease who has had a feeding tube, seizures and is on the autism spectrum! I am looking for a job where I can grow with the family in the same way I grow with my own! I hope I can talk with you soon!...
My name is kimbalee and I have worked with disabled adults for Mid-Atlantic human services years ago I just recently over the summer started taking care of one and 2-year-olds that I have watched for over a year alongside two of my grandkids from the time they came into the world and now they're in school and Pre-K if you need...

Crystal T.


Essex, MD

$20-50/hr20 yrs exp

I am a licensed daycare provider in Baltimore county with 20+ years of experience as a nursing technician within the Baltimore county public school system. I also worked with children with special needs for 18 years. I like working with kids because it's my passion in life. In my spare time, I like to read and explore the...

Dorian L.


Baltimore, MD

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Date Night / Weekend Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Dorian. I recently graduated from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, with my Masters in Social Work. I am a licensed LGSW, and currently working full-time at a hospital in Baltimore. I have been a part-time caregiver for one boy and one girl for seven years. I was with them from the ages of 7 and 3 until...
Dorian can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Dorian worked for us over the summer to pick our son up from camp and watch him/do activities with him until we returned home. My son loved his time with her and she was extremely reliable and easy to communicate with. Would definitely hire her again."

Omar B.

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: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Madie is a great communicator, enthusiastic, and reliable. She brings fun and energy to the job. My kiddos are so excited to hear she's coming. She has been, and will continue to be, a regular hire for us"

Jaclyn C.

Christine M.


Baltimore, MD

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Part-time Caregiver With Full Potential.

Patient-Focused, Compassionate, CPR-Certified and Ambitious Highly Motivated Certified Nursing Assistant with 12 years of work experience in healthcare field.

Takita T.


Dundalk, MD

$28-40/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Experience In Autism And General Education. Intermediate Level ASL

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I've worked for Kennedy Krieger Institute where I had to cater to a wide variety of diagnosis. Before that, I worked for Baltimore City public school system for two years educating both Autistic and general education students. In the special education setting, I was responsible for up to 9 students at a time. In the general...
5.0
"Takita is such an amazing babysitter for my 5 year old daughter. She likes to educate her and teach her sign language. I could not have chosen anyone better. "

Tierra P.

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sophia is wonderful, she took very good care of my 6 month old son. They went for a walk, played games and she read to him. I look forward to using her childcare services in the future!"

Monique W.

Felicia P.


Parkville, MD

$18-25/hr

Experienced Childcare Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. I have many years babysitting and caring for children, including working at a daycare and driving school bus -- as well as being a bus monitor for a child with special needs. I have also worked with elderly, with many background clearances. Other skills include communications, planning, deadlines, organizing, etc. due...
5.0
"We hired Felicia to care for our foster son after school a few days per week. She was amazing! Our foster son has ADHD, and she did great with him. She was always helpful and dependable, and we knew that he was getting great care each day she worked with him. She...

Drega H.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Krystalynne. I am a single mom of 2 girls, ages 4 and 1. Recently relocated back to Maryland (my home town) from San Diego, CA. Was most recently babysitting for multiple families in San Diego in the military community we were living in. I babysat for over 5 families regularly, and also was a nanny for 5...
5.0
"Met Krystalynne at the library and hired her after the first interview. She is reliable and responsible, complying with requests for improvement. The kids have grown to love her and my 2-year-old asks for her. I highly recommend her services!"

Virginia B.

Rebecca P.


Baltimore, MD

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Provider Would Love To Keep Your Children Safe

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced nanny, having cared for children of all ages. I began my career as a nanny in Tucson and have been so blessed to have worked for some amazing families! Before becoming a nanny, I worked as a Special Education Aide, helping special needs children. I assisted with speech therapy, physical therapy, reading, and...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Rebecca was wonderful! I was in need of someone to spend a few hours with my 5 year old while I was visiting AZ. She came to our hotel at a last moment request. She was kind, playful, and all around great."

Julie D.

Tina A.


Baltimore, MD

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have my CPR/first aide and AED certifications. Along for caring for your child(ren), I can assist in household duties. Such as cooking and cleaning. I have experience with children and seniors.

Andrea J.


Baltimore, MD

$35-38/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Loyal, Mature Nanny

Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

I began my Nanny career right after high school 22 years ago. My experience working with multiple families has been extremely rewarding, I could not imagine being in any other line of work. I have cared for children of all ages from newborns-teenagers, multiples, special needs and those with dietary restrictions. The experience...
Andrea can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I am a first time mom and started looking for a little extra help a little earlier on than I expected. As you can imagine, I was a little nervous and apprehensive about who would watch my little girl. We met Andrea and not only did she "fit" what I was looking for,...

Siobhan W.

Desmyn S.


Baltimore, MD

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking For Part-time Job

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Desmyn. I graduated from UNC Wilmington with bachelor's degrees in Psychology and Spanish. I am currently earning my MSW from the University of Maryland Baltimore. I'm looking for a part-time, summer position to begin in late April or early May! I have provided for multiple families over the past years, with...
Desmyn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Desmyn has been amazing with our little girl! She started watching our baby girl when she was 4 months old. She is so hands on, dependable, and responsible. Our daughter lights up when she sees her!"

Jillian N.

Joshua H.


Nottingham, MD

$20/hr10 yrs exp

CNA/HHA- Licensed And Bonded

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Child care. Also I am currently only accepting clients with children who have special needs or disabilities requiring assistance. Please feel free to look at my profile for any specific information regarding my experience.
Joshua can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Josh is AMAZING, both as a caregiver and as a human. He is warm, funny, kind, and self-motivated. He has spent time reading up on my son's condition in his own time as well to better understand his needs and limitations. Josh instituted a stretching program for my...

Emily H.

Joshua H.


Nottingham, MD

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Joshua and I have over 25 years of patient care experience. My specialty area are those individuals with neuromuscular deficiencies and those with immunocompromised disease and illnesses. I was a licensed medic for 15 years where I decided to switch to less acute care. I have had my Maryland Nursing Assistant license...
5.0
"Josh is the most dependable, caring, and supportive caretaker you could ever ask for. He has been helping us over the past 6-months with a family member suffering from progressive MS. His empathy and friendship have made our family so happy. He is a great...

Brandon V.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Essex, MD

Rachael H.

5.0

Literally the best person to trust your child with! She is hands down the best. Truly cares and has the biggest heart!

- Emily R.

Emily M.

5.0

Emily was sweet, polite, friendly, honest, and kind. I talked to her and had hoped to have her as our nanny. Unfortunately we could not have her due to our large dog. we didn't think it was a good idea with her needing to bring her baby. I really liked her very much. She has substance and...

- Mercedes M.

Dorian L.

5.0

Dorian worked for us over the summer to pick our son up from camp and watch him/do activities with him until we returned home. My son loved his time with her and she was extremely reliable and easy to communicate with. Would definitely hire her again.

- Omar B.

Madelaine K.

5.0

Madie is a great communicator, enthusiastic, and reliable. She brings fun and energy to the job. My kiddos are so excited to hear she's coming. She has been, and will continue to be, a regular hire for us

- Jaclyn C.

Takita T.

5.0

Takita was very flexible when I had professional travel that was constantly in flux. I'm happy to answer questions about my experience.

- Jen J.

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