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Colleen T.


Ocean View, DE

$20/hr10 yrs exp

PCA With 7 Years Experience

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As a personal care aid, I have 7 years of experience providing high quality care to individuals with special needs/elders. I am highly skilled in creating personalized care plans, providing assessments assistance with daily activities, and administering medication.
During the 2013 school year Iworked with special needs students in the classroom. I have worked with hearing impaired student and have some sign language experience. I have been involved with Special Olympics in the past. Last but not least, I have a cognitively impaired cousin who is in his in his early 50's.
I'm a Mom of 3 grown adult daughters. I've worked as a teachers assistant in a school for children with Autism. Ive worked with special needs in a group home & private care. Working/ caring for children is a rewarding job.
Colleen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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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Marissa H.


Harbeson, DE

$14/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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Emely M.


Berlin, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Music Teacher And Lively Soul

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years of experience, including children aging from 2 weeks- 14 years old. I can help with Travel and Errands as needed. As a music teacher, I love creating crafts and differentiated ways of having fun and learning. Many of my friends and family describe me as an old soul with lots of energy. I have a decent amount of...
Emely can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Emely did a great job taking care of our girls! It was great to have a night out with friends while at the beach knowing our girls were being safely taken care of."

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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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Kellie L.


Ocean City, MD

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am passionate caregiver with more than 20 years of experience in providing care for disabled patients, seniors with Alzheimer's and Dementia and special needs children. My passion is providing care to those who can no longer care for themselves. I am accustomed to working in a high-pressure environment where attention to...
Kellie can also help with: Respite care, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Kellie was fantastic with my 93yr old mom! She took excellent care of her. Chatted with her, cooked for her, bathed her, took her to doctor appts, hair appts, nail appt, social get togethers. She joined our family on holidays. I knew when Kellie was there, I didn’t...

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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: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Mary Anne watched two children for an evening while we were on vacation in Lewes. She was very conscientious and interactive with the children, and we were happy to have her help."

Jennifer O.

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Danielle L.


Georgetown, DE

$25/hr10 yrs exp

No Crying Here; All Smiles

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, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"I loved Danielle when I interviewed her! She arrived where we were meeting before I did, shook my hand, and we smiled and laughed a lot... We found someone that worked just a little better for us unfortunately, but I'm keeping her number just in case :)"

Angie A.

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Sherida D.


Berlin, MD

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Getting Things Done

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 25 years of experience working with all age groups. I was employed for 15 years in public schools, where I worked with special needs and traditional needs children. I have worked one-in-one or in small groups of varying ages. I have credits in early childhood education and psychology. I have worked in classroom...
Sherida can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Sherida is an outstanding and caring provider. She is amazing with my special needs son and incredibly helpful. She keeps him active and takes him places as well as works to improve his daily life skills. We couldn’t be more happy!"

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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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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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Caryn N.


Rehoboth Beach, DE

$20-25/hr

Looking For Part To Full Time Care Giver Opportunity.

I have a sister with special needs that I have taken care of and enjoying being a companion to someone in need. I am flexible with my schedule. I enjoy the outdoors, cooking and reading.
Caryn can also help with: Personal care
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Maria G.


Berlin, MD

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Over 10 years of experience with all ages (newborn to seniors ). Experienced in Special needs to gifted - comfortable with multiple people at a time - also comfortable having people at my home (glen riddle- Berlin)
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
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Avante H.


Lewes, DE

$23-50/hr4 yrs exp

I have 4 years of certified nursing assistant experience in long-term rehabilitation, nanny, dementia, and special needs. I can help with Travel and Errands.
Avante can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Lauren D.


Bishopville, MD

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider/Teacher/Special Needs Caregiver

Hello! My name is Lauren and I am currently a 9th grade English teacher. I was a special education teacher until the birth of my son in 2010. I have worked as a special education teacher, therapeutic behavioral aide and a respite provider. I have patience and I love having the opportunity to enhance the lives of children. I...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Amylyn T.


Berlin, MD

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Tutor/Mentor

I am a caring person who has worked with individuals with Autism, Dementia, and Cognitive Delays. I currently work as a Special Educator. I hold a BA in Human Services and a MA in Leadership in Teaching with a concentration in Special Education from The College of Notre Dame of Maryland. I am a certified teacher in the State of...
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Lauren D.


Bishopville, MD

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher & Childcare Provider

Hello! I am a teacher, caregiver and mother! I have 4 children ages 14, 3, newborn and one daughter in heaven. My daughter passed away from brain cancer ant the age of 5 January 2023. I am currently out on maternity leave with our newest baby and would love to be able to support families with their most precious gifts. I love...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ocean View, 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.

Emely M.

5.0

Emely did a great job taking care of our girls! It was great to have a night out with friends while at the beach knowing our girls were being safely taken care of.

- 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.

Kellie L.

5.0

Kellie was fantastic with my 93yr old mom! She took excellent care of her. Chatted with her, cooked for her, bathed her, took her to doctor appts, hair appts, nail appt, social get togethers. She joined our family on holidays. I knew when Kellie was there, I didn’t have to worry about anything. What...

- Care member

Mary Anne I.

5.0

Mary Anne has been an amazing nanny for our daughter this year. My daughter was 9 months when Mary Anne started coming by while my wife taught classes at a local college. Mary Anne would sing to her, draw with her, and even taught her some sign language. She is always on time and communicates...

- Claire T.

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