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Special needs caregivers in Garrett Park, MD
I have been working with children for almost my entire life. I was a camp counselor for four years, worked in a program with children with social differences/ special needs, I have babysat for multiple families with children aging from 1-7 and I have also been a substitute teacher for a pre school by the college I attended. At...
Jessie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Dionne H.
Hyattsville, MD
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a former kindergarten teacher and health care professional with a Master of Public Health. I have approximately 15 years experience taking care of children (including those with special needs), and seniors. I enjoy learning new things, cooking, meeting new people and traveling. I would love to be a part of fam.
Dionne can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I had to write a review. Dionne was awesome with my autistic niece! Not many persons know what to do or how to treat others well but Dionne knows what’s she’s doing. 10/10 "
Care member
4.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience working with children with special needs. I love to work with all children. Within the home, I can help with Light Housekeeping, laundry, and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I can also help with homework and lessons.
Clara can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Clara was very caring and attentive to Cameron, 6, my grandson. "
Care member
Sumaiyah A.
Hyattsville, MD
$22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 22-year-old college student who has experience in childcare for over 8 years. Firstly, I grew up with 5 siblings, 3 of whom are younger than me. I began by babysitting my own siblings, and family friends children, to parents booking me and paying me hourly.
I have experience with children ages 0-13 and with childrens with...
Sumaiyah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sumaiyah was great with our daughter! She arrived early and was very professional and kind. I liked that she stayed in communication with us, letting us know her arrival time, when she arrived and when she made it back home safely. She was warm and welcoming and my...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an AU student but I am taking this semester off. I love arts & crafts, playing outside, reading, and playing games with kids. I have a great deal of experience. Most recently I've been working with a family with 2 little girls (ages 2 and 2 months). Before that, I nannied in a 4-child- household for about 2 years. Last...
Meredith can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Meets all my requests and if I told her specific details she follows them kids listen to her and she comes in on short notice keeps the house clean
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Dapre S.
5.0
(2)
I have been a child care provider for over 25 years and an elderly care provider for over 20 years.
I am ambitious, punctual, honest, trustworthy, kind and very reliable.
I am certified in CPR and first aid as well as hold certificates in medication technician field and experience with special needs children.
I am...
Icilma can also help with: Personal care, dementia, visiting physician, home modification, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Icilma worked in my mother's home to help her for a period of 2 1/2 to 3 years.She was an angel! At the beginning my mother needed only some supportive care with meals and walks. She cooked meals just as my mother requested and was wonderful company taking her for...
Phyllis J.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Jesualdo, and I pride myself on being a versatile and adaptable individual ready to tackle any task that comes my way. With a wide range of skills and a genuine passion for helping others, I am here to make your life a little easier and more enjoyable.
Services Offered:
Household Management: Expert in maintaining a...
5.0
"Aldo works for us on a as needed basis.
He arrives on time and ready to begin.
A likable guy who is a self starter so if I'm
busy he will find something that needs doing
while he waits. Aldo has helped with organization projects , assembled items , ran...
Marcia A.
4.9
(30)
Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood
My name is Gifty, I'm currently available for a full time nanny position.
I'm passionate about childcare, I have 10 years of experience in guiding children.
Over the years, I have had the pleasure to work with newborns up to teenage, multiple children, and special needs. I am infant CPR certified, and have excellent...
Gifty can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
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For me, it was not easy to find help that would support the needs of my daughter. When I explained my circumstances to Gifty, it was a no brainer! Gifty figures it out and makes it happen. She is a dynamo and a total powerhouse! Thank you Care . Com for helping us...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My first career was IT but now I work primarily with families. I enjoy exercise, cooking, tutoring, coaching, writing, and helping others. I have an MS in Management of Technologies. Vaccinated w/ first aid certs. Available for morning and eve work. Openings 6/1/2023.
Experienced with children and adults (incl. autism, SIB,...
5.0
"Jim is a dedicated and loyal person. He goes above and beyond to help those in need. He likes to lighten up the room with jokes and gets along with everyone. Definitely an asset."
Jennifer G.
Susan A.
Potomac, MD
$32/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced.special Needs Mom. Looking To See What I Can Learn From Your Child, As Well As What I
4.8
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Work with various levels of autism, verbal & nonverbal, behavioral, children with feeding tubes, children with emotional, mental and or physical disorders to minimal LD.
Each is a child and unique and first a individual, whom wants to learn, love play and be accepted like everyone else.
5.0
"She is dedicated and hard working. You will not be disappointed with her."
Hal B.
Julia K.
Potomac, MD
$24-32/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a current student at St. Mary's College of Maryland majoring in psychology with an educational studies and special education double minor. I'm looking for get more hands on experience working with individuals with special needs. I am passionate about bringing out and seeing the best in the individuals I work with. Looking...
Elizabeth V.
Kensington, MD
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter For Elderly And Children (incl. Special Needs)
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've had all 3 covid vaccination shots & have my records card signed & dated. I have worked with dev-disabled adults and children for over 20 years now. I've worked in DDA-certified group homes as well as provided respite care for family caregivers in private homes. I believe that developmentally-disabled people are very similar...
Charlene O.
Rockville, MD
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Nanny/Teacher Of 20 Years Looking For Full-Time Job
5.0
(1)
Hi. I have 25 years of childcare experience. Childten are my passion! I just finish nannying for a family for 3 years, with 4 sweet children, 4-year-old(twins), 6 and 9(special needs). Both parents are physicians I created and implemented daily a stimulating structured schedule. Consisted of music, art, outdoor activities,...
Charlene can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My kids love to be with Charlene because she always makes sure she is fully engaged with them and attentive to their needs. She is creative and kind and my kids consider her like family. She encourages my kids to engage in activities that require them to use their...
Rachel W.
Nadya A.
Olney, MD
$15-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving caring person. My clients are just like my grand parents or a family member to me. with my 12 years experience your beloved ones will be taking care of with compassion.
5.0
"Nadya is very professional, warm and engaging. Our daughter, who has special needs, really enjoys being with Nadya."
Cindy G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Kaitlyn. I have approximately 10 years of experience in child care and it is something I absolutely love to do. I have cared for newborns through 14 years old. I have been helping families with childcare since I was 10 years old, and baby-sitting on my own since I was 12. My first job was working as a full time nanny for...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Kaitlyn is such an incredible nanny and just a sweet blessing to our whole family! She started when our third child was only 8 weeks old and was so sweet and loving towards him. I instantly felt comfortable and secure with her in our home while caring for my...
Lauren B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a happy wife and mom of one sweet little daughter. I am graduated from Psychology and I have been working with children for more than 20 years, including as a nanny from toddler to 10 years old, infant babysitter, school-homework assistance, piano lesson tutor, teaching in pre-school and elementary level, working with...
Miranti can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Miranti is very caring and always look for a way to assist when needed. Someone I can trust my child with. Highly recommended!"
Doris V.
Lourdes F.
Rockville, MD
$35-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced Nurse from El Salvador Available to Work Part or Full Time
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a nurse graduate in my country of El Salvador and I have a lot of experience working as a babysitter. One year ago I worked as an aide in a school for kids with special needs in Arlington Co., VA, it was an interesting job because I had the opportunity to know more about Autism, Down syndrome, etc. Working with and...
Sarie B.
Washington, DC
$25-42/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Sarie and I am a positive, reliable, patient person who has 9+ years of experience working with children, infants to teenagers. I also have a lot of experience working with children with special needs. In 2021 I received my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and recently received my...
Sarie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"We hired Sarie to be our nanny for the summer and we got so much more. Sarie has been such a blessing to our family and we all truly adore her! We have 5 children including one with significant special needs and Sarie has done an amazing job with them all! We're...
Shannon A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Ashley, and I recently moved to the DMV area! I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Childhood Education, and Special Education in 2022. My journey in childcare began at age 12 as a mom's helper, and since then, I've had the privilege of providing care for numerous families, teaching preschool, and working...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ashley is a great young girl, she has hung out and played, read to, and babysat my 2 young grandsons for the last 5 year's during the summer. Just great with young kids. I am friends with her family. Went to the beach yesterday and my daughter had her friend with 2...
Kate S.
Adriana J.
Rockville, MD
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have more than 5 years of experience taking care of children. From new born to 10 years old. I also have experience with a special needs kid, some knowledge of Physical Therapy and Speech.
I speak Spanish and English, so I can incorporate this while I'm babysitting your children if you are okay with it, I have my own...
Adriana can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Adriana is an awesome babysitter!! She goes above and beyond for anything you request with passion! She babysit for my 9 month old baby with so much care, love, and patience. I really enjoyed her being energetic and active with my son because he loves that...
Dexter W.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Garrett Park, MD
Dionne H.
5.0
I don’t even know where to begin first I want to say Dionne is amazing working with kids with special needs. She is so patience, caring, understanding always go above and beyond she is the just the right person for this kind of job. She used to work at a facility I used to work for for special needs...
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Clara N.
5.0
Clara was very caring and attentive to Cameron, 6, my grandson.
- Care member
Sumaiyah A.
5.0
Sumaiyah was great with our daughter! She arrived early and was very professional and kind. I liked that she stayed in communication with us, letting us know her arrival time, when she arrived and when she made it back home safely. She was warm and welcoming and my daughter really likes her. We will...
- Care member
Meredith R.
5.0
Meets all my requests and if I told her specific details she follows them kids listen to her and she comes in on short notice keeps the house clean
- Dapre S.
Icilma J.
5.0
Icilma is a loving and dependable caregiver. She cared for our elderly mother for 5 years in her home and then part time when she entered a group home. We always felt very comfortable with her there with our mother. She had excellent skills of observation and she would call us if there were changes...
- Elizabeth J.
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