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Special needs caregivers in Jarrettsville, MD

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Shawn H.


Aberdeen, MD

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/babysitter

5.0

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I have 26+ years of experience raising my 3 children as a SAHM, family manager and homemaker. I home-schooled my kids for 10+ years, before they attended conventional schools. They all graduated with honors. Two of my children have high-functioning autism and other neuro-atypicalities. I'm well-versed in all things...
5.0
"Shawn is extremely thorough, thoughtful and conscientious. She is responsible, knowledgeable about working with children with special needs, practical and dependable. Shawn is also trustworthy and reliable. I have no hesitations in recommending Shawn for...

Lori W.

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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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Denise H.


Havre de Grace, MD

$18-30/hr3 yrs exp

Traveling Nanny Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 30 years of experience with caring for children mainly special needs. I've directed an child care centers. I also was a assist to after school programs for troubled youth while providing home cooked meals. Organic and puree diets provide to suit each individual needs. Educational and creative outings learning through...
Denise can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Denise instantly connected with my 2yr old w/developmental disabilities. Fun, loving, and just a nice person to be around. She helps with bathing, feedings, therapy support, and transportation. Denise arrives at least 15 mins early and in uniform. Denise also...

Jossalyn T.

I have 4 younger siblings that my family adopted, ages 3-7, and a 15-year-old biological sister. My family has fostered a variety of special needs children. I have worked two summers at a kids camp as a counselor, this past summer I was in Hong Kong teaching students 11-14 years old. I took a Children's Ministry course in...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"She relates well to children and my kids enjoyed being around her!"

Brandie D.

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Sara M.


Parkville, MD

$15-18/hr

Very Flexible Schedule

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a college student home for the summer. I have had lots of experience caring/babysitting kids of any age. I leave to go back to school august 17th.
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Melissa B.


Edgewood, MD

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Newborn Care Specialist

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello. My name is Melissa and I am a nanny/newborn care specialist. I have over 15 of years experience in childcare. I have extensive experience with newborns and postpartum care. I have worked with siblings, multiples, premies and babies with special needs. While I do nanny for children and babies of all ages where I really...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Missy is a fantastic nanny. She has so much experience from nannying and raising her own children, it really shows. She's calm, easy going and really gets down on our daughters level to engage with her. She's very easy to communicate with and had great ideas about...

Sandra M.

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Jeff Y.


Airville, PA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part-Time Child & Youth Companion Worker

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in a variety of roles, including one-on-one caregiver for high functional youth, group home house parent, and a season as a Juvenile Justice transportation driver. I have also worked for 4 years in Early Childhood Education, where I worked with families to help them education their young children. As a father of...
5.0
"Hired Jeff to drive me to a surgical appointment. He was on-time, professional and thoughtful. Also jumped in where needed when the appointment ran a little longer and got more complicated than expected."

Candace V.

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

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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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.
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Breonna M.


Joppa, MD

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hesrt Of A Special Needs Mom

With the task of raising a disabled child as a single mom I empathize with my clients and am there to uplift and encourage them every step of the way.
Breonna can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Emily H.


Lutherville Timonium, MD

$25-50/hr2 yrs exp

Previous Direct Support Professional

As a DSP, I provided a variety of community activities for elderly individuals with special needs, including recreational walks, bowling, grocery store practice, and more. I attended to clients by creating daily schedules that included client interest and assisted with everyday needs such as meal preparation, bathing,...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
Skills:

CPR

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Shana L S.


Glen Arm, MD

$20/hr

Honest, Dependable And Caring

I have over 20 years of health care experience working in Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine. I have experience in home care and medical devices. Additionally, I have some personal special needs experience as my daughter had significant special needs and speech and language delays during her early childhood. I am a practical,...
Shana L can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Christiana W.


Havre de Grace, MD

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Compasionate Reliable Care

I have been caring for the elderly and special needs for the last 13years. I currently have a state license as a CNA and work for a nursing/rehab facility. I take pride in my work. It brings me satisfaction knowing that what I do is helping someone and improving their quality of life.
Christiana can also help with: Respite care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Brianna H.


Baltimore, MD

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey! My name is Brianna, I am 25 years old. I received my Bachelors in Psychology from Morgan State and will be attending University of Maryland in the Fall for my Masters. I am a certified RBT which means I am trained in assisting kids with special needs. I am also a proud aunt of 4, so I am well rounded with children. I am...
Brianna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

My first job was babysitting 3 children from the ages ranging from 2 to 12. Two years ago I became a nanny for 2 girls. The youngest 7 and the oldest 9. The oldest has an intellectual disability. I also have a sister with down syndrome.
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Lana W.


Baltimore, MD

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

I'm a fun and lovely person. I love kids with all my heart. I currently work at a school as a substitute and a teacher's aide in the special-needs room. I would love to be a nanny full-time to a loving family.
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Brooke M.


Cockeysville, MD

$18-50/hr5 yrs exp

Patient And Loving Care Is Manadatory For All

Hello! I have am a college student who has close to 5 years of experience with cognitive/mobile disabilities. My love for caregiving came from taking care of my grandparents as they were on hospice and my family's background of all nurses. I would love for you to get to know more about me and to learn more about your family. I'm...
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Juliette M.


Havre de Grace, MD

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible & Attentive Sitter For Children & Pets

** PLEASE READ IN FULL** I've been a babysitter since age 13 to both neurotypical and special needs kids alike to include children on the autism spectrum. I have also walked dogs and watched cats and dogs and lizards. In addition to babysitting and pet sitting, I can help out with light housekeeping as needed, i. e. doing...
Juliette can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Jarrettsville, MD

Shawn H.

5.0

Shawn is extremely thorough, thoughtful and conscientious. She is responsible, knowledgeable about working with children with special needs, practical and dependable. Shawn is also trustworthy and reliable. I have no hesitations in recommending Shawn for employment.

- Lori W.

Denise H.

5.0

Denise is very Attentive when it comes to my child needs. She treated my child as if he was one of her own. When she came to pick him up, he smiles and get so excited that she's there. There were times I was running late to pick up my child and she was very understanding and told me not to rush and...

- Therylonda D.

Madison G.

5.0

She relates well to children and my kids enjoyed being around her!

- Brandie D.

Melissa B.

5.0

Missy is a fantastic nanny. She has so much experience from nannying and raising her own children, it really shows. She's calm, easy going and really gets down on our daughters level to engage with her. She's very easy to communicate with and had great ideas about how to adjust E's schedule. Very...

- Sandra M.

Jeff Y.

5.0

Hired Jeff to drive me to a surgical appointment. He was on-time, professional and thoughtful. Also jumped in where needed when the appointment ran a little longer and got more complicated than expected.

- Candace V.

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