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Special needs caregivers in Selbyville, DE

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Lauren W.


Selbyville, DE

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Upbeat, Personable Caregiver

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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...
Hi! My name is Hope. I recently graduated college with an Elementary Education degree and will start teaching in the fall. I love working with children and have had many opportunities to babysit, teach, and tutor children of all ages. I have been babysitting since I was 15. I have had experience with pets, special needs...
Hope can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
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Kellie L.


Ocean City, MD

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

5.0

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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: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, personal care, home modification, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Simply put, Kellie was fantastic. While she only provided cared for my parents for a few months, she did an excellent job. She has the knowledge, experience and passion to provide you with the peace of mind you are looking for. Most importantly, she exercised...

Patti M.

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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 15 years of experience working with all age groups. I work 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 settings with one to 25 students at a time. I also do...
Sherida can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sherida was extremely helpful! She was punctual, flexible and a great help to our family when we needed assistant watching our 5 month old twins while we attended a family wedding ceremony. She came to venue, watched the twins and was so responsive to our family...

Virginia S.

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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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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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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

I have been taking care of two beautiful and lovely children for almost 4 years. The younger one has autism condition and an older one ADHD. I can say that they are adorable and most impressive their creative imagination and unique intelligence.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am 19 years old and I do have my license. I am a very patient, positive, and energetic person who loves working with kids and getting to know their personalities and what they enjoy! I have 6 years of experience babysitting, nannying, student teaching, assistant teaching and working in daycares and preschools with children...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.
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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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Victoria M.


Berlin, MD

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. I am an outgoing, bubbly and fun loving woman currently pursuing her dream of becoming a child/adolescent counselor, with a focus on the special needs community. With a past in education, I have the ability to provide educational instruction, while also ensuring your...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Hello! My name is Andrea, I am a 25-year-old female looking for a caregiving position that I may bring my fun and friendly 5-year-old girl along with. I've been a CNA for 7 years and worked with special needs for 6. Previously hired by two ER doctors to help assist with their disabled family member for 5 years up until my recent...
Andrea can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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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: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with over six years of experience, I am passionate about fostering the growth and development of children. My calm and friendly demeanor creates a safe and comfortable environment for children to learn and thrive. I believe in open communication with parents and regularly provide...
Delaney can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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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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Makayla Z.


Ocean City, MD

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver/Licensed Nursing Assistant

Hello! My name is Makayla and I am currently in school to be a nurse! I have tons of experience with people of all ages and I completed a detailed training to be able to work with and take of anyone with special needs. I have a passion for taking care of others and experience in the medical field if needed! Thank you!
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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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Haley F.


Ocean City, MD

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

I've spent the past 10+ years as a child caregiver in many different roles and for many different ages(newborn-10+). I've been a full time nanny, preschool teacher, 1:1 support for children with special needs, and a camp counselor. I'm passionate about nurturing young minds while providing reliable support to families. My...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Selbyville, DE

Kellie L.

5.0

Simply put, Kellie was fantastic. While she only provided cared for my parents for a few months, she did an excellent job. She has the knowledge, experience and passion to provide you with the peace of mind you are looking for. Most importantly, she exercised sound judgement in different...

- Patti M.

Sherida D.

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!

- Care member

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

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