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Special needs caregivers in Forest Hill, MD

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Mackenzie B.


Bel Air, MD

$20-33/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, My Name Is Mackenzie And I Can't Wait To Hear From You!

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Hi! my name is Mackenzie, I'm 21 years old and I'm looking for a nanny or baby sitting job. I have previously worked in a childcare as a teacher and nanny I also have experience with special needs. I have a clean driving record! I am comfortable in a pet friendly home. Any cleaning, laundry food prep etc., I can do as well!! I...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I have worked as a teacher for 11 years. I've worked at a summer camp with campers on the Autism spectrum. I've also helped a family through three school years and summers with their daughter with Down Syndrome. I'm versatile in working with kids and young adults with special needs. I teach Cooking currently and understand and...
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Jessica M.


Abingdon, MD

$15-19/hr2 yrs exp

Love Kids And Elderly/seniors

I have a doctorate in physical therapy and a 1. 5-year-old. I currently work in a hospital and am comfortable caring for all ages and special needs. Have personal and educational experience with children and happy to do overnights in senior living facilities as well!
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Madeline L.


Bel Air, MD

$34-40/hr2 yrs exp

I am a certified and licensed CNA. I am also CPR, first aid, & AWD certified. I have enjoyed working with families, and being a positive light in their lives and homes.
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Sebastian G.


Bel Air, MD

$14-45/hr1 yrs exp

Amazingly Fun Sitter

I have been taking early childhood education classes at Patterson Mill High school for 3 years. I can help with Swimming Supervision as I worked as a certified swim instructor, and I am comfortable with Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have a dog, gerbil and 2 Guinea pigs so animals are fine. I have achieved my 90 hour certification...
Sebastian can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Deborah T.


Bel Air, MD

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I started babysitting as a teen for a couple of families in my neighborhood. Years later I had my own child soon after I married. When my son was 2 years old, I began working for a nanny agency. During my tenure with them, I was employed by three families who were all open to the idea of having my son with me while providing...
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Mackenzie B.


Bel Air, MD

$22-50/hr3 yrs exp

My Name Is Mackenzie And I Look Forward To Hearing From You!

Hi! my name is Mackenzie, I'm 21 years old and I'm looking for a nanny or baby sitting job. I have previously worked in a childcare as a teacher and nanny I also have experience with special needs. I have a clean driving record! I am comfortable in a pet friendly home. Any cleaning, laundry food prep etc., I can to do!! I...

Tammy D.


Darlington, MD

$18/hr10 yrs exp

For Hire

5.0

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I am a Mother to 3 and a step-mom of 2 boys. All of my babies have moved out on their own except one daughter who is 23. I also have 2 grandchildren, I have worked with special needs children for the last 7 years. In my spare time, I enjoy crafting, woodworking and playing outside with my chickens, goats and pigs. I love...
Tammy can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Tammy is that "go-to" friend that will stop what she's doing to help anyone. The way she is with children is truly amazing, not everyone has that gift. My daughter, who is now in High School, loved going to Tammy's for summer break and here and there when my...

Samantha D.

Leah C.


Fallston, MD

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

I have always loved being around children in a number of different settings. I have babysat previously for families with 2 young children. I have also worked with a family as an over night nanny for 2 weeks. I also have a 4-year-old niece who I frequently watch and have since she was a newborn. I am interested in pursuing a...
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

I have 5 years of experience working with children with autism I'm in the process of becoming RBT certified and looking to work more Hands-On with children with autism.

Emily H.


Abingdon, MD

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Professional

I am a paraprofessional with Harford County Public Schools. With over 10 years of experience with special needs kiddos and being CPR certified, I feel I am more than qualified to help care for your child. I currently work full time and am looking for something after work during the week late afternoon-evening hours. I have been...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jennifer A.


Belcamp, MD

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a friendly, patient and compassionate person and I enjoy working with the elderly. I have worked with people with diverse ailments such as Autism, stroke, dementia, Alzheimer's, Diabetes and people with special needs. It will be a pleasure to work with you. Kindly reach out to me. Thanks!
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Jennifer has been a Godsend to our family! She takes the best care of my Mother who has severe Dementia! My Mother loves her and she has been more than a care giver for our family. She goes above and beyond her duties and I never knew how much she is needed by my...

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Daisy C.


Baltimore, MD

$17-24/hr10 yrs exp

Baby And Pet Sitter With 10+ Years Of Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Daisy and I am excited to meet your family! I have been nannying and pet sitting since I was 14 years old, not including my very big family I have been responsible for taking care of. I love children and I have a passion for animals. I also have experience in assisting children and adults with special needs. I am...
Daisy can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Daisy was great. She is very professional and attentive. We felt really comfortable having her watch our two children. We'll be hiring Daisy again. Thanks, Daisy!"

Shane M.

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Shawn H.


Aberdeen, MD

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Loving, Attentive

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have enjoyed many years caring for children, including 25+ years of experience raising my three children as a full-time mom, homemaker and family manager. I home-schooled my kids for 10+ years before they attended public schools. They all graduated with honors. My children are individuals with "2E" autism, ADHD and other...
Shawn can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"It makes all the sense in the world that Shawn is on Care.com. She cares about your kids, she cares about your family, and she cares about making the world a better place for all of you. Shawn's a difference maker in her inherent understanding of how to nurture....

Chris Z.

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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: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Denise H.


Havre de Grace, MD

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver/Nanny /Educator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've always been a caring person.. I started working at the age of 16 while in high school. My work ethic is great at age 18 I became a CNA started working with all ages of people for over 25 years . However children with special needs have always added another level of giving. I was a Resource coordinator for developmental...
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Brittany W.


Baltimore, MD

$25-40/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Being the oldest of six children, I naturally took on the role of a second mother, which helped me develop unyielding patience and excellent multitasking skills. This early experience with children highlighted the importance of effective communication and empathy-essential qualities for creating a nurturing environment. I find...
Brittany can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Brittany has worked with my family in various positions for 4.5 years. She first came into our lives as a PT babysitter. I quickly realized how much of a valuable asset she was and upgraded her to FT nanny. She has always demonstrated amazing capabilities as a...

Leisah S.

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Tammy R.


Belcamp, MD

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

20 plus years as a caregiver. I am very compassionate and sincere when it come to special needs.
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Jaime S.


Towson, MD

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Part Time Care Giver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am very passionate about working with people. I assist with all activities of daily living needs. I have experience with a range of conditions. Some includes: multiple sclerosis, lupus, muscular dystophy, bipolar disorder, scoliosis, blindness, seizure disorders, diebetes, hypertension, paralysis, dementia and more. Other...
5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Jaime. She's responsible, super flexible, and very patient with me and my special needs child. I am fortunate to have her to depend on."

Stephanie M.

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Margaret C.


Parkton, MD

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in child care since I was a teenager from babysitting and nannying to camp counseling and outdoor trip leading. I have experience with infants and newborns as well as school age children. I spent the last 3 years working in both school and hospital settings providing care for children with special needs. For the...
Margaret can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Forest Hill, MD

Tammy D.

5.0

If there's anything I can say about Tammy, it's that she loves children so much! In fact she loves every one of them like they were her own. She plans things for them to do that they absolutely love. She's makes shirts for them to wear to special outings she plans. Tammy isn't afraid to do things...

- Care member

Jennifer A.

5.0

Jennifer helped my Dad out in the mornings after his stroke left him with his left side weak. She was easy to work with and my Dad always compliments how nice she was. We're glad we met Jennifer, and would recommend her for other's loved ones.

- Natalee O.

Daisy C.

5.0

Daisy was great. She is very professional and attentive. We felt really comfortable having her watch our two children. We'll be hiring Daisy again. Thanks, Daisy!

- Shane M.

Shawn H.

5.0

Shawn joined our family last year. She is kind, reliable, trustworthy, and has a genuine love for children. Her patience, warmth and natural ability to connect and care for our daughter was incredible. We were so lucky to have found such an amazing nanny and person like Shawn.

- Josselin L.

Joshua H.

5.0

Josh has been a great friend of myself and my family for 25+ years. Since my Dad has started having health problems a few years ago, Josh has voluntarily stepped up to help our family with his care, including daily check ins, setting up and taking him to doctor’s appointments, making sure we are...

- Care member

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