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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Laurel, MD

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Laurel, MD

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Shirley E.


Laurel, MD

$17-35/hr9 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children and adults with special needs, helping with activities of daily living Medication administration and management, bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, etc. Outside of work, I enjoy hanging out with friends and family.
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Tahira R.


Laurel, MD

$16-40/hr10 yrs exp

I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
5.0
"She is so caring and nice.she deals with all the stuff very patiently and she is always willing to help me"

Uzma S.

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Sethatina N.


Laurel, MD

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Tina. I am currently NOT available for any childcare at this time. Thank you for your interest in my skills and may you find a caregiver who is a perfect match for you and your child(ren). I am a friendly, loving, caring, fair, playful, and firm caregiver who loves children and helping them learn and...
Sethatina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We had the pleasure of working with Tina for 9 months starting when our daughter was 3 months old. The only reason we stopped employment is that we always planned to have our daughter in a full time daycare at 1 years old. We were lucky to have her under our...

Angela M.

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Nathalia T.


Laurel, MD

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Has over 5 years of skills babysitting. Worked with special needs children. Is able to cook. Speaks 3 languages
Nathalia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"She had personal experience with special needs youth, so we hired her to oversee our special needs son while we took a class at the local college one Saturday. She communicated clearly, arrived promptly, took our care suggestions to heart and did an excellent job...

James M.

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Sydney A.


Laurel, MD

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Sydney, and I've been babysitting for 3 years. I am 23 years old and a recent graduate from Howard University. I have been with 4 families long term in my last 3 years. I also have experience with special needs children. I have mainly worked with elementary aged children (4-13). I have also have some experience with...
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
5.0
"Sydney did a wonderful job caring for our boys! She bought over games and activities for them to participate in and was on-time and very professional! The kids were tucked in and sleeping with everything in order upon our return home. We will definitely be hiring...

Brandon W.

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Anika T.


Laurel, MD

$12-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with children and adolescents for nine years from the ages of 5-21. Majority of my experience is with children with special needs. Additionally, I have experience with infants and toddlers. I am CPR, AED, and First Aid certified. I am reliable, outgoing, and very patient! I enjoying reading, stilt walking,...
Anika can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Anika served as a part-time caregiver for my children. She cared for my two daughters; ages 1 and 3. I highly recommend her for future employment. She was very dependable and I feel blessed to have her as a part of my children's lives. Anika has a kind heart. She...

Kelly M.

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Salmata K.


Laurel, MD

$19-25/hr5 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

As a caregiver with five years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My friendly, patient, and imaginative personality allows me to connect with children effortlessly. I believe in fostering a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive. I keep parents updated on their...
Salmata can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Salmata was able to care for my son on very short notice. My son loved her. She interacted well with him. She kept me updated. She was on time and was able to stay later than planned. She was wonderful."

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Michelline A.


Laurel, MD

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I am a CNA/HHA assistant with 10+years work experience in care environment, administering medication, providing support and other quality patient care services. I think myself as caring and compassionate and I enjoy helping the elderly and people with special needs. I have worked over 10+years working with and caring for...
Michelline can also help with: Dementia, transportation, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

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Marlene A.


Laurel, MD

$25/hr9 yrs exp

My Name Marlene. I Have Been CNA/HHA For Over 8+ Years.

I think of myself as caring and compassionate and I enjoy helping the elderly and people with special needs. I have worked over 8+ years working with and caring for seniors, this is something that I am very passionate about. I have 8+ years of experience in CNA / HHA. I have experience in Alzheimer, dementia and total care I do...
Marlene can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Marlene is so conscientious, communicative, warm, and caring when taking care of our family member. She is a reassuring and highly experienced caregiver. I recommend her wholeheartedly!"

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Teena E.


Laurel, MD

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available

My name is Teena and I have been CNA for over 20 years, I have experience in Alzhiemer, dementia and total care I do light house keeping, I am very compassionate and reliable think of myself as caring and I enjoy helping the elderly or people with special needs. I am very honest and I have a clean background and clean driving...
Teena can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Teena took care of my elder mother in her home during the last three years of her life; my mother had worsening dementia and was bedridden during most of this time. Teena did an excellent job as her night caregiver, working 12-hour shifts each weekday. She carried...

Mark T.

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Joy A.


Laurel, MD

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiving Is My Passion

Compassion, Empathy and prioritization of my clients needs . insulin and other medication management, wound care , daily activities of living, hoyerlift , laundry and general grocery shopping , medical appointments and companionship. I have also worked with dementia , Alzheimer's , stroke, MS, special needs , and hospice...
Joy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Joy is just the best. She picked me up from sure and stayed with me through the night. She went to the store to get me something I could eat after the surgery and carried me to my followup appointment. She is compassionate and caring and definitely looks after...

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Stephanie M.


Laurel, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I think of myself as caring and compassionate and I enjoy helping the elderly and people with special needs. I have worked over 10 years working with and caring for seniors , this is something that I am very passionate about . I have 10 years of experience in CNA/ HHA. I have experience in Alzheimer, dementia and total care I do...
Stephanie can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, home modification, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Stephanie Mensah took great care of my mother for 3yrs 6momths, She is very caring, dependable and dedicated to her job, and she goes the extra mile to provide the needed care for my mother. My family appreciated her services to the care of my mom."

Care member

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Kaye T.


Laurel, MD

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Children Are Special People

I've cared for special needs children with Autism. I work with them in the same way as with kids with out. I have a lot of energy and experience. But they all need love and understanding. I'm passionate about any child needing help.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Cecile, as an experienced and committed cna, I am excited to offer my services since I have a strong background in nursing and home health. I am very passionate about doing my part to contribute to the quality of life of patients. I am organized, calm, and patient professional. I like singing gospel songs and watching...
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Shawnanna C.


Laurel, MD

$18-23/hr3 yrs exp

I used to work for Maryland school for the deaf , I also work at John Hopkins on the psych unit I'm very good with working with people who has special needs
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Gayle W.


Laurel, MD

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter, Speech Pathologist, Outdoor Girl All In One

Babysitter, Speech Pathologist, Outdoor Girl All In One I am a licensed Speech Pathologist looking for a summer caregiver position. I am available Mon-Fri. I have experience working with children from birth to teenager and a wide range of unique learners including but not limited to autism, intellectual disabilities, cerebral...
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Melissa B.


Laurel, MD

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Melissa

I'm very positive and very patient. I have been both a Ceramic & Art teacher. ( I have many supplies.)I love children. I have a son who is 3 yr. old. I've done everything from changing diapers to feeding. I've also been a preschool teacher where I have developed patience and very strong artistic and learning strategies.. I have...
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Tokasa T.


Laurel, MD

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Tokasa and I would love to be of help to you and your needs. I have been caring for people with special needs for five years... I have also been an aide, babysitter and senior caregiver for the last seven years. A calling I thoroughly find fulfilling as I have always loved caring for loved ones whether it's family...
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Nicole W.


Laurel, MD

$12-25/hr10 yrs exp

I currently am a nanny for two boys ages 3, and 2 who are developmentally delayed, with speech problems, as well as other issues regarding being extremely premature. I also raised six kids of my own, two of whom had some special needs. When I was young, I helped my mother care for mentally challenged individuals when she was a...
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Oritoke S.


Laurel, MD

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

A hardworking, professional care assistant with a genuine interest and enthusiasm for helping and looking after people. Having a wealth of experience in maintaining a healthy and safe environment and making sure that resources are utilized effectively and according to practice guidelines.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Laurel, MD

Tahira R.

5.0

She is so caring and nice.she deals with all the stuff very patiently and she is always willing to help me

- Uzma S.

Sethatina N.

5.0

We had the pleasure of working with Tina for 9 months starting when our daughter was 3 months old. The only reason we stopped employment is that we always planned to have our daughter in a full time daycare at 1 years old. We were lucky to have her under our employment! She has a vast knowledge of...

- Angela M.

Nathalia T.

5.0

Nathalia provided. Are for our three kids under 5 a handful of times while we were in between full time Nannies. She was dependable and hard working, always looking for other ways to help us out. We enjoyed having her around and recommend her without hesitation.

- Madison C.

Sydney A.

5.0

Sydney did a wonderful job caring for our boys! She bought over games and activities for them to participate in and was on-time and very professional! The kids were tucked in and sleeping with everything in order upon our return home. We will definitely be hiring again very soon!

- Brandon W.

Anika T.

5.0

Anika served as a part-time caregiver for my children. She cared for my two daughters; ages 1 and 3. I highly recommend her for future employment. She was very dependable and I feel blessed to have her as a part of my children's lives. Anika has a kind heart. She 's patient and has nurturing...

- Kelly M.

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Ratings for Laurel, MD special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Laurel, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.