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Special needs caregivers in Rising Sun, MD
Katherine M.
Newark, DE
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 24-year-old child care professional with 5+ years of experience with ages 0-12. I graduated from University of Delaware in 2022 with a Human Services major and Disabilities Studies and Medical Social Services minors. I have experience with home based and center based care, including serving as a lead Infant/Toddler...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Kate has been a blessing to our family. She is reliable, mature and flexible. She is very sweet but can be strong and authoritative when needed to be. We would recommend her to anyone!"
Kitty B.
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is McKenna, I live in the Darlington area. I work at a special needs school from 8 a.m. to 3:20 p.m. M-F, I am 23 years old, I have been working with kids at schools for 5+ years. I have a 3-year-old nephew & a niece that's now 3 months old in Texas :)) I have always LOVED working with kids and they seem to latch...
Mckenna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
3.0
"Did not hire because Mckenna didn’t call back. "
Care member
5.0
(4)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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...
Therylonda D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have almost 20 years of experience working with children and seniors with special needs. I am certified in CPR, first aide, and abdominal thrust. I am trust worthy, reliable, and immediately available for work.
Sheena can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I loved her attention to detail and how attentive she was with my moms care.. my mom loves her"
Care member
Emily J.
Elkton, MD
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Emily and I'm a 21 years old. I'm looking for a recurring nannying or dog walking/sitting dog preferably in the morning but schedule is flexible. I have done a lot of babysitting, especially over the last couple years. Whether it was for neighbors, friends, or family. I also volunteered my senior year of high school...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emily is one of the best people i know when it comes to animals and kids. She has a big heart for both and tons of experience!"
Ethan H.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I have been working with children for more than 20 years and I love reading, playing board games and working on desired goals to be met. I am currently working full-time for the Department of Education remotely. I have experience working with children with general and special needs. I have primarily worked with children...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She was really nice and our daughter liked her a lot."
Jordan W.
5.0
(6)
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
Darcy J.
Elkton, MD
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
I Have All Ages Experience And Experienced With Special Needs Infant .
5.0
(4)
Hi. I'm Darcy. I have four grown successful kids of my own. I have been a nanny for 9 years now. My last position will end this summer, when I find my new family. I have been nanny to a downs syndrome little boy since birth and he is now 7 years old. Along with his younger sister. I do everything how you want things done. The...
Darcy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Not only is she incredibly reliable, she naturally has a way of working with my kids in a learning yet FUN environment. My kids (0, 2, 4) LOVE being with her and always learn so much. Her flexibility and helpful nature make her the best nanny you could ask for....
Emily V.
Ella W.
Newark, DE
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Ella and a senior at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia! I'm moving back home to Newark, Delaware in December. I have always loved caring for and playing with children. I have grown up with many younger cousins and babysit them often. For a few years, I volunteered at the Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center in...
Ella can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ella is amazing with our kids and puppy! Our kids adore her and she goes above and beyond for them. She is responsible, honest, and very dependable :)"
Kathryn C.
Jennifer A.
Belcamp, MD
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a friendly, patient and compassionate person and I enjoy working with the elderly. I have worked with people with diverse ailments such as Autism, stroke, dementia, Alzheimer's, Diabetes and people with special needs. It will be a pleasure to work with you. Kindly reach out to me. Thanks!
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Jennifer helped my Dad out in the mornings after his stroke left him with his left side weak. She was easy to work with and my Dad always compliments how nice she was. We're glad we met Jennifer, and would recommend her for other's loved ones."
Natalee O.
5.0
(2)
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...
Nicole N.
Newark, DE
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I have primarily worked with Autistic children and those on the spectrum. I currently work with the Department of Education in a classroom ratio of 6 children, 4 assistants, and 1 teacher. I have been at my current job for 1 year and 8 years with my prior job at AHRC where I also worked with children with special needs. I...
5.0
"We would recommend Nicole to anyone who needs help with there children or adults with special needs my sons are Autistic and she is great with them. Will hire her any time we need help.
Thanks Nicole."
Joanne F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have almost 20 years experience working with seniors and individuals with disabilities. I have worked in nursing homes, home care, schools for children with disabilities, etc. Long lasting relationships have been formed with many of the families I've worked for. And I am no stranger to hard work. I enjoy conversations, getting...
5.0
(2)
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.
Shelby F.
Havre de Grace, MD
$18-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Fun Caregiver And Sitter That Can Meet A Variety Of Needs
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a fun, positive and outgoing caregiver with years of experience of working with children with special needs I love taking care kids in their home:) . I currently am a Related Services Facilitator for an elementary school, my job is to help children who are receiving virtual speech therapy. Before I started this job, I did...
Shelby can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Shelby was a godsend for our family. She cared for our 11-year-old son over the summer and was absolutely fantastic. She is kind and resourceful and has seemingly infinite patience. He is on the spectrum and she was able to quickly adapt to his quirks, endlessly...
Kimberly T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Worked under the supervision of an RN providing bedside care, treatment and clinical documentation for patients on cardiac, hospice, dementia and many other ailments. I love making a personal bond with my clients and treat them with respect, dignity, and compassion. I like to help people gain independence and feel a sense of...
5.0
(1)
20 plus years as a caregiver. I am very compassionate and sincere when it come to special needs.
5.0
(3)
Hi! I have been a paid babysitter since I was 12, I'm now 26. I have experience with kids of all ages, newborns included. As well as experience taking care of children with special needs and twins. I am currently nannying for an amazing family with 5 children under 7 (every Thursday and Saturday nights) I have been with them for...
Cynthia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Cyndi was a temporary nanny for us from Feb to May of 2019. She watched our infant son from age 4-8 months full-time. Always punctual, which was critical. Anytime she needed to slightly adjust, her communication was top-notch. She was also very accommodating when...
Matthew G.
Briella D.
Bel Air, MD
$30-45/hr • 9 yrs exp
26-Year-Old Female Looking For A Part-Time Or Full-Time Position
5.0
(12)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I am 30 years old and I have over 9 years of prior nanny experience. My last job was with an Acton Academy learning community as a guide in Harford County. I also recently had a baby girl and am loving the Mommy life! Ideally, I would like to find a position that allows me to bring her along with me.
Even before I...
Briella can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I would give Briella 10 stars if I could! She is absolutely wonderful. She worked for our family as a nanny for my 4-year-old and 2-year-old, as well as a personal assistant to me after dropping the girls off at school. Not only did she take care of my two children...
Molly W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am passionate caregiver with over 5 years experience working with children between age 4-20. I helped out with activity of daily livings.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rising Sun, MD
Katherine M.
5.0
Kate has been a blessing to our family. She is reliable, mature and flexible. She is very sweet but can be strong and authoritative when needed to be. We would recommend her to anyone!
- Kitty B.
Mckenna F.
3.0
Did not hire because Mckenna didn’t call back.
- Care member
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.
Sheena T.
5.0
Sheena goes above and beyond at every step. She is caring and compassionate and treats my sister like a family member. When my sister is having a particularly terrible day, Sheena calms her down and holds her until she stops crying. My family feels so grateful that she came into our lives. She is...
- Christin F.
Emily J.
5.0
Emily is one of the best people i know when it comes to animals and kids. She has a big heart for both and tons of experience!
- Ethan H.
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