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Special needs caregivers in Georgetown, DE

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Danielle L.


Georgetown, DE

$22/hr10 yrs exp

No Crying Here; All Smiles

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Danielle. I am 37 years old and I have been working with kids/ being a nanny since I was about 18. I also worked for DDI in New York for kids with special needs . Just a little about me, I grew up in Queens New York . Recently just moved to Georgetown, Delaware. I have 3 beautiful stepchildren .. In my spare...
Danielle can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
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Marissa H.


Harbeson, DE

$14/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a college student majoring in the STEM field. I've been caring for children on my own since I was 14 and through my work as a Medical Assistant at a pediatrics doctor's office, I've become comfortable caring for children of all ages, from a few weeks old to teenagers. Additionally, I'm happy to work with sick and special...
Marissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Marissa was amazing. We gave her quite a task - 5 kids ages 10months through 11 years - and she handled it with ease. When we came back from a night out, the baby was happily asleep and the kids were so excited about how much fun they had with her. And she did it...

Joanna H.

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Mary Anne I.


Millsboro, DE

$10-25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced, Patient, Caring, Responsible Babysitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I love working with children - reading to them, talking with them, playing with them, teaching them, and nurturing them. I have home schooled my two children (one of whom has special needs) and have babysat for other people's infants and children since I was a teenager up to now. Currently, the children I am babysitting for...
Mary Anne can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Currently work as a support at a day program. I have CNA training, certified phlebotomist and ekg tech. I have experience with feeding, personal care, Hoyer lift experience and ambulating. Patient, caring and reliable.
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Mary Anne I.


Millsboro, DE

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have experience in loving, raising and teaching a special needs child, specifically in the areas of ADHD, and Nonverbal Learning Disorder. I have also babysat for someone who has a Down Syndrome child. I am a very patient and caring person.
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Elizabeth P.


Millsboro, DE

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitting And Nursing Experience, CPR Certified Vehicle Available In Order To Transport

Pediatric nurse for 10 years and also babysat for a family with 4 children. Currently interested in a nanny position. Still currently working as a nurse a few days a week. Ability to take children to and from activities and help with household chores.
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Deborah L.


Millsboro, DE

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm passionate about providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children. With over a decade of experience caring for children of all ages, I have the expertise and qualifications to be the reliable childcare provider you seek. I'm patient, creative, and friendly, and I pride myself on open communication with...
Deborah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Teresa W.


Millsboro, DE

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I live in Millsboro, Delaware and I have years of experience taking care of children. I'm a mother of a daughter who's now grown and I have babysat my nephews on numerous occasions. In addition, I formerly worked as a preschool assistant teacher and as an one on one aide for first grade and kindergarten students with...
Teresa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Alyssa W.


Milton, DE

$16-50/hr10 yrs exp

Easy Going Nanny

I am 24 years old and the oldest of 4 girls. My caretaking experience started young. By 11, I was babysitting my siblings, one of which is special needs. I also ran the nursery for a few years at church. I currently nanny 3 days a week for the cutest 8-month-old boy. I will be looking for extra work to fill up time. I love kids...
Alyssa can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
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Olivia B.


Millsboro, DE

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

My name is Olivia I am 24 years old I am certified in first aid and CPR. I am passionate about children because you can learn a lot from them, like how to enjoy the simple things in life. I have been working with children for the past 6 years in the position of babysitting, daycare assistant, and nannying. I have worked with all...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
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Heidi B.


Milton, DE

$15-22/hr2 yrs exp

Mom Of All Trades

I have a few years of experience with personal care giving, but many years of caregiving/household management for a family of 6 and those w/ special needs. This past December, I took a home health class with an agency but chose not to stay with them. I am so glad that I took the time to do so. I can help with personal care/...
Heidi can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
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LouAnn W.


Millsboro, DE

$13-30/hr10 yrs exp

Need Someone For Your Loved Ones You Can Trust 100% You Found Her.

I'm a Compassionate, loyal, trustworthy, loving mother of 3 grown children. I'm a mature women looking for part time/ full time M-F positions taking care of children or senior's or people with special needs. I'm also a experienced childcare provider. I had my own daycare for many years and worked for a Montessori school for 8...
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Susan V.


Lewes, DE

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Reliable Person

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Provided personal assistance to clients by scheduling and monitoring daily activities including medication reminders, personal hygiene, dressing, and household duties. Provided clients with transportation and assistance to appointments, food shopping and community events. I am a very compassionate reliable person.
5.0
"You can trust your loved ones in the care of Susan. Young, elderly or special needs. My sister is a 52 year old down syndrome that is confined to a wheelchair at this time of her life. Susan has patience with my sister and shows a lot of compassion. Susan has...

Patricia R.

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Daneen B.


Lincoln, DE

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Caring From The Heart

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Daneen and I've been a CNA for 10 years. I am fully vaccinated. When I began my journey it was intended to be able to better care for my son who has special needs. After becoming certified I decided to try getting a job in the field. I worked at a nursing home the first year but it was not personal enough for...
Daneen can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Daneen has been so attentive and compassionate towards not only my grandmother who needs care but also my grandmother who has been supporting him for so many years. She has been a HUGE help and my family considers her family too. "

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Brooklyn R.


Rehoboth Beach, DE

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I have worked with Special needs since 21 years of age I am now 56 I worked in the NYC board of Education at the Junior high level emotionally disturbed, physical, Learning disabilities, speech delayed, I had my own Son with special needs and 2 other Sons I then worked in a special needs pre school ages 2-5 with all Types of...
5.0
"Maryanne is an amazing and most trustworthy caregiver I had the pleasure of working with. We worked in a preschool for children with special needs, and she put 100% in everything she did there. She is a great candidate to hire even when a whirlwind of emotions...

Louise S.

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Amy Z.


Milford, DE

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am adopting 2 children with special needs. My 15-year-old daughter has had a traumatic brain injury and my 7-year-old has cognitive delays and sensory issues.
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Cheryl P.


Rehoboth Beach, DE

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Special Education

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have three years experience in school system with all disabilities. I am loving and caring so you can have peace of mind that your child is well-taken care of.
5.0
"Sherri helps us with our two adult sons with special needs. She is reliable, punctual, patient and eager to help. Highly recommend "

Marylove M.

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Amy Z.


Milford, DE

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have been a Nanny and Teacher for 20 years. I have teacher credentials in Delaware and have taught Preschool thru 2nd grade. I worked with children from age 2 months to 12 years. I enjoy working with all ages. I enjoy teaching children to learn and discover new things. I love to play games, do art, math, reading science and...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"From the start, Amy was communicative, and easy to plan with. Her extensive experience working with kids immediately put me at ease, and it was a relief to know Amy was with my 2.5 year old while I attended a wedding. She sent pictures throughout the night and...

Danielle G.

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Chris D.


Milford, DE

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Residential Rehabilitation Counselor With New point Behavioral Health

4.0

(1)

I'm Honest, Kind, Gentle, Compassionate, and very Professional. I've found that people feel very comfortable with me. I started private nursing over 20 years ago. From homes, facilities, to hospitals and group homes. Mental Illness has been my specialty. I have over 20 years experience in the healthcare field. I Trained new...
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Lauren W.


Selbyville, DE

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Upbeat, Personable Caregiver

Hi there! I'm Lauren and I love working with people of all ages! I am an Autism teacher at a special needs school during the day and am versed in special diets, dietary restrictions, as well as medications. I am upbeat and love to keep others engaged whether it be through conversation, reading a book aloud, dancing/ listening to...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Georgetown, DE

Marissa H.

5.0

Marissa was amazing. We gave her quite a task - 5 kids ages 10months through 11 years - and she handled it with ease. When we came back from a night out, the baby was happily asleep and the kids were so excited about how much fun they had with her. And she did it without any screens because we don’t...

- Joanna H.

Susan V.

5.0

You can trust your loved ones in the care of Susan. Young, elderly or special needs. My sister is a 52 year old down syndrome that is confined to a wheelchair at this time of her life. Susan has patience with my sister and shows a lot of compassion. Susan has the all the requirements necessary...

- Patricia R.

Daneen B.

5.0

Daneen has been so attentive and compassionate towards not only my grandmother who needs care but also my grandmother who has been supporting him for so many years. She has been a HUGE help and my family considers her family too.

- Care member

Brooklyn R.

5.0

Maryanne is an amazing and most trustworthy caregiver I had the pleasure of working with. We worked in a preschool for children with special needs, and she put 100% in everything she did there. She is a great candidate to hire even when a whirlwind of emotions take over when choosing the perfect...

- Louise S.

Cheryl P.

5.0

Sherri helps us with our two adult sons with special needs. She is reliable, punctual, patient and eager to help. Highly recommend

- Marylove M.

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