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Special needs caregivers in Shepherdstown, WV

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Sahsha P.


Hagerstown, MD

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Certified Medical Assistant with 9 years of experience in hospital and doctors office setting as both a Medical assistant and Patient Care Technician. I am COVID-19 vaccinated. I have 9 years of experience in group homes and day programs providing care to individuals with varies developmental and/ mental disabilities,...
5.0
"I think the best babysitting review came directly from my 3yo who cried the next day after discovering Sahsha had left! She is dependable, communicative (will talk on the phone!), calm and great with kids! She leaves the kids and the house in better shape than...

Mindy M.

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Catherine H.


Purcellville, VA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced College Student Looking To Help Out A Sweet Family This Summer!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm a current college senior who has lived in the NOVA area for the last few years and has had extensive childcare experience. I first started watching children in high school through my church nursery and for family friends and then have continued childcare into my time here in VA. I've worked with infants all the way up...
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Catherine is a caregiver superstar! She immediately engaged with our energetic toddler and we appreciated Catherine's warmth, attentiveness and professionalism. We are lucky to have her time and will absolutely have her back! "

Evan S.

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Rebecca D.


Bunker Hill, WV

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Love Supporting Others

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I enjoy using what I have learned from my various combined experiences of almost two decades in public high school and elementary homeschool teaching. I have also spent years opening our home for foster care, as well as providing special needs in home child care along with a lifetime loving and caring for young children. My sons...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rebecca is very much loved by all 5 of my children. She has constantly been able to watch all 5 of them simultaneously with good outcomes, every time. She is acutely attentive to their needs and she amazes me with her wisdom in dealing with any challenge she faces....

Heather M.

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Bridget M.


Frederick, MD

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hi- my name is Bridget. I was the eldest of a large family so I've been helping with children (and infants) almost my entire life and currently I work with children with special needs. I have a BFA from salisbury university and am very passionate about making sure kids have creative outlets!
Bridget can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Bridget was absolutely wonderful! She's great with kids and makes food so good they'll actually eat vegetables. My son was always excited for her to watch him, sometimes more excited than he is to be with me."

Brad L.

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Rita B.


Frederick, MD

$18-21/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Full-Time Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

After a full career as a successful retail manager and helping raise four grandchildren, I decided to leave my position and become a full-time nanny. Children have always been a passion of mine and I love being able to make them my job. I've now nannied multiple children starting during their infancy and until they went into...
Rita can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rita was with us for over a year, and I consider her a family member. That's the type of person you're getting with Rita. She's so warm and sweet, a very hard worker, never missed work, and did everything that was asked of her. The only reason why she's no...

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Nikki S.


Bunker Hill, WV

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working with children of all ages and backgrounds for over 10 years now. These children range in age from premature infants to 8th grade students. I have worked a lot with children who have developmental delays, speech impediments, as well as, behavioral issues. I believe that every child, with the right environment...
5.0
"Nikki is considerate, responsive, and presents herself well."

Sean K.

I have 4 years of experienceh taking care of elderly and children with special needs. I am holder of CNA, medtech and CPR certified health worker can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I'm a positive and multitasking mother of 3 children a boy and 2 girls. I have worked with the elderly for 4years in...
Fru can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have a very strong knowledge of child development, special diets and special needs children. I strive to provide the best for the child and to help the family with this journey (safety first). I was raised on a large dairy farm in Jefferson Co. WV. Love animals, 4-H All star, 4-H leader for many years, I work with a Therapy...
Virginia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Emily B.


Frederick, MD

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher -Excellent Sitter!

Hi there ! I have a wide range of experience with students with special needs ranging from learning disabilities to rare genetic disorders. I have years of experience helping medically fragile students and can provide a wide range of care. I have a lot in my "toolkit" to make our time together the best day ever, every time!
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Gabrielle K.


Frederick, MD

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hi. I am currently a full time preschool teacher at a private development center. I started babysitting at the age of 13 and have always loved kids. I have experience with special needs children including all ranges on the autism spectrum. As stated above I work at a private child development center and primarily work with...
Gabrielle can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Abby S.


Frederick, MD

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Seeking Part Time Summer Work

I am a special education teacher for students in primary grades (Kindergarten to 2nd grade). I have worked with children with various disabilities for over 10 years as a camp counselor, caregiver, teacher, and volunteer. I have a desire to help children reach their goals, pursue learning through life activities, and to express...
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Brooke H.


Hagerstown, MD

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

Brooke Hammond

My Name is Brooke and I'm currently a LPN- Licensed practical Nurse. I just recently got married in September of 2024, and have two fur children (German Shepard & Hound mix with Lab). I work full time in a school for children with special needs (physical & mental), I also work as needed at a local Nursing home on a skilled...
I am in the process of getting CPR/First Aid/AED certified and will be done soon. I am willing to help in any way needed and I am a quick learner.
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Fungisai M.


Inwood, WV

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fungisayi M.

I have experience in working with adult care and childcare. I have 20 years of experience in childcare. More experience is built in caring for my siblings and 20 years of my biological children. I have experience in teaching and taking care of children with special needs. My experience includes assisting with activities of daily...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Kristen L.


Frederick, MD

$18-30/hr8 yrs exp

I have worked in this field professionally for a little over 5 years. Here are some of the things I have done: Transport clients to and from appointments, residence and day programs. Personal care assistance (bathing, dressing, cleaning, cooking, feeding, etc.) Maintain a healthy house environment. Provide money management...
Hi, My name is Jarie . I have been a caregiver for almost 11years now. I have worked with the elderly with dementia. I currently worked with those with special needs for the last six years. I'm hard working, punctual, outgoing and friendly still working at Arc of Washington in hagerstown md .

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

hello my name is Marie I have been a caregiver for 8years now and been working with elderly patient at a group home, hospital, and private home. I cooked , bathe, remind them of medicine, drive them to appointments and do activities with them. I Marie make sure that the client is safe at their own home and make sure they do not...
Marie Paule can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

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Margaret W.


Frederick, MD

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver For All Ages

My experience in providing child care ranges from newborns to teenagers. I have limited experience in caring for special needs. I strive to go the extra mile with the children I'm responsible for by providing them an engaging and fun experience. My goal is to make children feel safe, entertained and happy while separated from...
Margaret can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Taylor E.


Hagerstown, MD

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Young Lady

I have been baby sitting and pet sitting since I was 14! I have worked in schools, and am experienced with special needs children. I can also assist with tutoring, classwork, and the development of organizational skills. I am okay with any animal, of any size! My experience in dogs ranges from a 15-year-old chihuahua to a...
Taylor can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Mely A.


Purcellville, VA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Granny

I have plenty experience with newborn babies, infant, toddler and preschooler. The last 10 years I have earned my living spending my days with small children and with special needs kids, working as a Therapeutic Support. It is so rewarding to teach them and see their excitement every time they learn something new. I am a very...
Mely can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Shepherdstown, WV

Sahsha P.

5.0

Wow!! All I can think to say is wow. She did an amazing job and left my old place spotless so I could get my deposit back. She came back the second day and helped us repack a truck that the people we hired to pack just threw everything into a pile. She trisected it into a neat and much cheaper space...

- Michelle F.

Catherine H.

5.0

Catherine is a caregiver superstar! She immediately engaged with our energetic toddler and we appreciated Catherine's warmth, attentiveness and professionalism. We are lucky to have her time and will absolutely have her back!

- Evan S.

Rebecca D.

5.0

Becky's heart for children is enormous! She has cared for my three children on multiple occasions. She is fun, responsible, attentive, and knowledgeable. Her upbeat personality keeps everyone at ease.

- Sabrina S.

Bridget M.

5.0

Bridget was absolutely wonderful! She's great with kids and makes food so good they'll actually eat vegetables. My son was always excited for her to watch him, sometimes more excited than he is to be with me.

- Brad L.

Rita B.

5.0

Rita was with us for over a year, and I consider her a family member. That's the type of person you're getting with Rita. She's so warm and sweet, a very hard worker, never missed work, and did everything that was asked of her. The only reason why she's no longer with us is we wanted to put our...

- Care member

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