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Danielle M.


Finksburg, MD

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

One Time

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Hello, My name is Danielle. I would love to starting working with youth that have disabilities and help the parents out by watching their child for a few hours. I currently work for the Arc of Carroll County. I have been there now a little over a year. I work in the supports department. So I have experience in this field. I also...
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Zaida P.


New Windsor, MD

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Zaida, the kids call me Z! I am 36 yrs old and bilingual(Spanish). I love Jesus and am an ordained pastor and on staff full-time serving in a nonprofit ministry that shares the Love of Christ around the world. I grew up helping my mother run an in-home daycare, served in the nursery at church, volunteered in VBS...
Zaida can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sam Y.


Upperco, MD

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver For Pets And Children Available!

I have been working at Target Community and Educational Services for almost three years now and love it. Working with those who have special needs has taught me so many things--things I could never learn anywhere else. I am passionate about watching my special friends succeed in healthy and happy environments!
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Lori B.


Hampstead, MD

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Mature, Educated, Responsible, 35+ Years Experience With All Ages With Special Needs.

I have spent my entire career working with all ages, levels of, and types of disabilities. I have worked as a recreation therapist, teacher's assistant, respite direct care, service coordinator, and supportive employment manager as well as raised a child with special needs who is now an adult.
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Sam Y.


Upperco, MD

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Hello! My name is Sam (22) and I'm a recent graduate from University of Maryland where I got my BA in English with a focus in creative writing. I currently work in a group home for special needs adults, where I have been gaining experience in caregiving, cleaning, running errands, performing medical treatments and giving...
Sam can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Bintu F.


Finksburg, MD

$15-30/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced RN Specializing In Disability & Personal Care

Hi! I'm Bintu, a Registered Nurse (BSN) with ICU experience and a strong background in caring for individuals with disabilities. Before becoming an RN, I worked as a CNA/GNA for five years, including several years with The Arc of Carroll County, where I received specialized training in disability care. I have experience working...
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Jossalin H.


Manchester, MD

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Future School Teacher

5.0

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

have 7 years of experience with children from newborn-10 years old. Additionally, I have experience with special needs children and adults. I graduated from Carroll Community College and received my A. A. Degree with a concentration in Sociology & Anthropology. I am pursuing a degree in Social work at UMBC. I can't wait to meet...
Jossalin can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I work from home so I have had the opportunity to witness firsthand how Jossalin interacted with my children. She is professional and patient! Will definitely hire her again once our schedules sync up!"

Lisa R.

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Syncere F.


Owings Mills, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and I have 10 years of experience providing quality childcare. I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly, and I know how to create a safe and nurturing environment for children. I'm also CPR and First Aid trained, and I have experience working with special needs...
Syncere can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is amazing. She is very reliable . Dependant. Nurturing . My kids love her && are excited when they hear her name … "

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Margaret C.


Parkton, MD

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in child care since I was a teenager from babysitting and nannying to camp counseling and outdoor trip leading. I have experience with infants and newborns as well as school age children. I spent the last 3 years working in both school and hospital settings providing care for children with special needs. For the...
Margaret can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Nikea M.


Owings Mills, MD

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

The Best Nanny In The DMV

Hello, I am Nikea I am a Nanny located in Maryland I service the surrounding areas. I have over 25 years of experience. I am a passionate and loving woman. I am loving, gentle and genuine. I take great pride in being a nanny. I have plenty of credentials and certifications along with references. I am also a nurse. I...
5.0
"We found Care.com via the internet. We were both apprehensive at first for we were not personally recommended by anyone. You did assure us that you were an highly qualified, dependable and trustworthy caregivers. We still were a bit concerned until we met you....

Yuma B.

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Amanda L.


Sykesville, MD

$20-33/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've worked with individuals with various mental and physical disabilities for 10 years. I love caring for others. I am also CPR, first aid and med tech certified.
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Alyson T.


Hanover, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am currently looking for a part-time or full-time job, where I would need to bring my 2-year-old son with me. I have my Bachelor's degree in Psychology. I have my 45 Hour Infant/Toddler Certification, 90 Hour Preschool Certification, and Water Safety Certification. I am trained in CPR/First Aid, but I need to renew my...
Alyson can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We love Alyson! Very reliable, responsible, helps out on off-schedule days whenever she can. Our daughter loves her too! Alyson always plans fun activities for her, takes her outside as much as possible, and is very patient with her two year old antics. Highly...

Megan S.

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Lisa L.


Hanover, PA

$13-24/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver

Hi... I'm an accomplished caregiver & nanny... my skills are versatile as I care for infants, children, teens & seniors. I have personal first hand knowledge caring for loved ones with a variety of maladies (physical & mental) and special needs. I'm caring & patient, always doing my best to ensure that I'm addressing the...
5.0
"Lisa is an exceptional caregiver. Not only does she like to keep things clean, she finds activities and projects to do with the senior. Most recently I know she took a long since retired carpenter and helped them build a bird house. She's always coming up with...

Tanya W.

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Kathleen R.


Sparks Glencoe, MD

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Taker!

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified special educator with 15 years experience, specializing in teaching reading to students with Dyslexia, Autism, or any learning challenge. In addition to watching my grandchildren during the week, I am looking to take on 1-2 new clients. I am available on Tuesdays and Thursdays after 5 p.m. and Wednesday at any...
5.0
"Excellent with special needs. Gets along great with my son. Our son really likes her, and we are happy with the results!"

Kendra T.

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Kelli G.


Littlestown, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Career Preschool Teacher Of 20+ Years Looking For Full Time Job

I have over 20 years of experience as a early education and preschool teacher and love children. In addition, I have been a nanny for years to children from birth through early elementary age. I have worked with three different families since becoming a nanny seven years ago. I have a Bachelors of Arts degree in Liberal Arts...
Kelli can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kelli cared for our daughter full time from 3 months old to 16 months old and was wonderful! She was incredibly reliable, she showed up on time even in snowstorms. She helped us through all the changing phases and routines as our daughter went from infant to...

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Aline S.


Lutherville Timonium, MD

$24-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am MBA graduated. I am looking for a part time, one time/occasionally nanny job. I arrived in the states in 2014 as an Au pair. Worked and lived with an American host family over 2 years. Attended critical and specialized skills caring for children for special needs. Have been working with kids for over 6 years in the total....
Aline can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Aline worked with our family as an Au Pair who lived with us and cared for our children. She exceeded all of our expectations as a childcare provider. She adapted quickly to the idiosyncrasies of our family. Always attentive, she put the needs of our children...

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Lisa U.


Reisterstown, MD

$29-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Fun, Sitter/ Educator

Hello! Over 30 yrs experience as a mom of 4 and grandmother of 4 handsome boys. I worked for over 10 yrs with handicapped and special needs children in elementary and middle schools in CT. I enjoyed and cherish every moment shared with my students. Moved to FL to be closer to my eldest daughter and grandson. I was employed at a...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"She's humble a great human being and care about people"

Esteban G.

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Tenisha C.


Owings Mills, MD

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello My Name Is Tenisha And I Am A Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm 35 years old and bring over 12 years of experience to the table. As the oldest of 14 siblings, I've developed a natural knack for working with kids of all ages. I hold a CDA in Infant/Toddler care, along with certifications in 90-hour childcare and medication administration. Additionally, I'm certified in CPR and...
Tenisha can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Wonderful!! Absolutely wonderful!! I will only use Tenisha for all my childcare needs. "

Care member

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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 12 yrs 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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Rachel was great with our two boys, they were fast asleep when we got home and the toy room looked liked they hadn't even played there it was so tidy!"

Tawny M.

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Victoria V.


Woodsboro, MD

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Reliable Care Provider

3.5

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

A little about me- Hi, my name is Victoria. I am 24 years old. I graduated from Stevenson University May of 2022 with a Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice with a minor focus in psychology. I am a mom of one sweet little boy, born February '24. I am open to just about anything, offering child care services, some elderly...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Victoria was very responsive and did an amazing job taking care of my kids!"

Amanda E.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Westminster, MD

Jossalin H.

5.0

Jossalin was really positive, kind, and patient with our little one. She never lost her cool even during temper tantrums. She'd often research and created Montessori style activities for our daughter to play with and learn from.

- Care member

Syncere F.

5.0

Syncere treats your kids like they are her own. Responsible-Trustworthy-Dependable

- Care member

Nikea M.

5.0

We found Care.com via the internet. We were both apprehensive at first for we were not personally recommended by anyone. You did assure us that you were an highly qualified, dependable and trustworthy caregivers. We still were a bit concerned until we met you. Thank you for providing such quality...

- Yuma B.

Alyson T.

5.0

Alyson is great! She watches my two twin 17 month old boys on occasion with her 15 month old son! She’s ver aware of everyone’s needs and safety. She also treats my boys just like her own. I’m thankful!

- Care member

Lisa L.

5.0

Lisa is an exceptional caregiver. Not only does she like to keep things clean, she finds activities and projects to do with the senior. Most recently I know she took a long since retired carpenter and helped them build a bird house. She's always coming up with creative things to do with them. She...

- Tanya W.

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