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Find special needs caregivers in Thurmont, MD that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Thurmont, MD

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Thurmont, MD

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Abby S.


Frederick, MD

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Seeking Part Time Summer Work

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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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Maria Carolina P.


Frederick, MD

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny And Nurse

As a Nurse I have a large experience with special needs. I used to work in a hospital on a ICU. As a nanny, I took care of a boy who has Asperger's Syndrome for one year! I am very professional and I love being helpful for people who really need! I love to share compassion and love with kids and families! I am sure I was born to...
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Shante F.


Frederick, MD

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated And Compassionate Special Needs Caregiver

As an experienced caregiver for individuals with special needs, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized support to enhance the quality of life for those in my care. With a focus on patience, empathy, and communication, I tailor my approach to meet each person's unique needs, fostering a safe and nurturing...
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Jena E.


Frederick, MD

$17-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Jena. I value creating a positive, nurturing, and educational environment for those in my care. I use a person centered and integrated approach. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Son Rise Autism Therapy, trauma and crisis interventions, and music and dance education and composition. I attended Towson...
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Laura S.


Frederick, MD

$21/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hi, I'm Laura, 26 years old from Brazil, I have been work with kids for 8 years, kids with special need as well. I also feel comfortable spending time with children of all ages. in Brazil I worked as a teacher. Im currently taking care of 4 children: 1, 4, 8 and 10 years old, I have been their baby sitter for 2 years but our...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Laura was amazing and helped us feel very comfortable leaving our son in her care! She was prompt, flexible and very caring with him. We look forward to using your service again the next time at visit! Many thanks!"

Lori N.

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Amber O.


Hagerstown, MD

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Responsible Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Amber. I've been a nanny for 15 years to infants and kids of all ages. I have a bachelors degree in Psychology and child development. I am also an artist and love doing arts and crafts with the kids. I absolutely love being a nanny! I have cared for multiple newborns and multiple toddlers simultaneously, as...
Amber can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Amber was our nanny from 2020 to 2022 and she quickly became an integral part of our family. Amber was wonderful with our two kids (5yo and 7yo) but also became effectively our house manager - ensuring everything at home ran smoothly and easily. She is highly...

Julie H.

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Rachel S.


Frederick, MD

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Hi there, my name is Rachel. I am currently looking for a part-time nanny/babysitting job! I currently work as a nanny for a 2-year-old munchkin from 9am-2 p.m. M-F, so I have lots of time in the afternoons! Below is a little bit about myself: I started working with kids when I was a freshman in high school I spent a summer in...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel is exceptional with my children! She is patient, kind, and doesn't just plop them in front of the TV. I highly recommend her!"

Rebecca N.

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Andrea D.


Frederick, MD

$15-23/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Provider

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have several years of experience caring for children of all ages including some with special needs. I have kids of my own. I currently care for infants on a weekly basis & have for several years and absolutely love it. I have taken Infant-Adult CPR & First Aid training. I have also done childcare jobs that involved pet sitting...
Andrea can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I have had Andrea caring for my daughter for the past 2 1/2 years. She has been excellent. If it hadn't been for our daughter reaching the age to start in a school environment, we would still be utilizing Andrea. In fact, outside of school hours, we still will...

Michael F.

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Andriyani P.


Frederick, MD

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny With Education And Healthcare Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've been a professional caregiver and Nursing assistant for more than 10 yrs for typical and medical fragile kids and I have solid references from previous employers and agency in the DMV area I'm a proud US military wife, I'm a state certified nursing assistant (CNA) and I've worked for a pediatric daycare and preschool...
Andriyani can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"An is very sweet and wonderful with both of my children. She plays with them and keeps them active. I feel comfortable knowing she is watching my kids."

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Rachel S.


Mount Airy, MD

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Professional Nanny To Help Your Little Loves Grow To Their Highest Potential!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have 11 years of full time and paid childcare experience. I started at a daycare when I was 18 and quickly fell into the nanny world when a family offered me a job. Most of all my time has been with newborns, infants and toddlers. I have experience with multiples, nanny shares, special needs, sleep training, potty training,...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Rachel has been caring for our little girl over the past year, so I have come to know her quite well. She is caring, competent, and very easy to work with. She frequently takes our daughter (and the other little girl in our nanny share) on walks to the park, to...

Emily M.

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Claudine W.


Hagerstown, MD

$15/hr9 yrs exp

Seeking Part-Time Babysitting/Petsitting/Housekeeping Opportunities.

3.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I worked at Maryland School for the Deaf. I have experience in after-school program activities with elementary, middle school and high school students. I worked as a full-time high school girls student life counselor and left my job so that I can be home for my special needs (autism) high school son and watch him participate in...
Claudine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Claudine helped us in a pinch when we lost our child care for our son with special needs. She was excellent with him and very engaging. Highly recommended!"

Michael 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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"She was a fantastic cook! Made delicious healthy food and got my kiddos to enjoy eating their veggies! Very dependable and responsive, I loved knowing I could leave my children in great hands. She was even great with my pets!"

Sandra G.

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Brianne H.


Taneytown, MD

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Brianne. I am 31 years old and a mother to one. I am a college graduate with a degree in social work. I have previously nannied for 10 years total for 4 families. I have experience with twins, infants, special needs and multiple children under 5. I am seeking a family who is open to my child coming with me. I...
Brianne can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Brianne was an amazing full-time nanny for our 5-month old! He got the biggest smile on his face every day when she walked in the door. It was so great as a parent hearing his laughter and knowing he was happy and engaged all day. We would definitely hire her...

Michelle M.

Special needs care is very important to me because I resonate with the opportunity to better the lives of everyone around me. I welcome all to be of assistance!
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Sahsha P.


Hagerstown, MD

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

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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Chasten W.


Rohrersville, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Outgoing Sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Fun, outgoing, sitter available Part-time in summer, weekends or as-needed. A little about me, I have 10+ years experience babysitting children ages 4 months to 14 years old. I have experience nannying children with special needs, hearing loss, and have watched families up to 7 children. I am a certified teacher in the state...
Chasten can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Chasten is an amazing sitter! Not only is she great with my kids, but she is a wonderful person as well. She is consistently punctual, and is very versatile. Chasten has watched children in my home as young as a few months old up to thirteen years of age. We have a...

Christina M.

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Theo T.


Hagerstown, MD

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

MEDICATION TECHNICIAN, CERTIFIED NURSE ASSISTANT, CPR

I'd describe my personality as a respectful person, calm with a lot of patient I like caring for people with special needs because it is easy for me to imagine myself in their situation I'm looking for a job that will respect my efforts and commitment. I started caring for people with special needs since I'm a child In my spare...
Theo can also help with: Transportation, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Randi D.


Fairfield, PA

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hello I'm a 46-year-old female . I'm a surgical technologist and have been in the medical field 25 years. I am also a mother to a special needs child. I enjoy hiking , anything outside , and reading .
Randi can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Jarie N.


Hagerstown, MD

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Jarie .

Hi my name is Jarie . I been a caregiver for the almost 11 years now. I did private duties and also working with those with special needs. I'm hardworking, outgoing, friendly, punctual and love what I do.
Jarie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Thurmont, MD

Laura S.

5.0

Laura was amazing and helped us feel very comfortable leaving our son in her care! She was prompt, flexible and very caring with him. We look forward to using your service again the next time at visit! Many thanks!

- Lori N.

Amber O.

5.0

Amber cared for our two daughters from 2017-2020 (then ages 2 and 7). We knew she was "the one" as soon as her interview started. She is the most punctual, dependable, and professional person. She came every day ready to make the girls' day a fun one with various activities and outings, including...

- Jessica K.

Rachel S.

5.0

We have had Rachel around for a couple years as an occasional baby sitter and my children absolutely adore her :)

- Amy S.

Andrea D.

5.0

I have had Andrea caring for my daughter for the past 2 1/2 years. She has been excellent. If it hadn't been for our daughter reaching the age to start in a school environment, we would still be utilizing Andrea. In fact, outside of school hours, we still will be! My wife and I have crazy work...

- Michael F.

Andriyani P.

5.0

An is very sweet and wonderful with both of my children. She plays with them and keeps them active. I feel comfortable knowing she is watching my kids.

- Care member

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