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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Edgewater, MD

The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Edgewater, MD

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Antionette S.


Edgewater, MD

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Wonderful Nanny

5.0

(1)

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I have taken care of special needs children and adults for the past 30 years. I love my work.
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Hannah M.


Edgewater, MD

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

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4.8

(6)

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Hi there! My name is Hannah, and I first began babysitting and working as a mother's helper at the age of 12 for a family of three children. I have been actively babysitting and working as a nanny since then and have had excellent (long term!) relationships with several amazing families. I have worked as both a full and...
5.0
"Hannah is wonderful- reliable, kind, punctual, & organized! She is very sweet and my little boy smiled instantly when he met her! I felt super confident leaving her with my little one and feel blessed that...

Reviewed by Stephanie H.

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Peyton L.


Edgewater, MD

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

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Hello! My name is Peyton and I'm an elementary special educator, currently working on my Masters degree in Special Education. While I was in college, I nannied on the side for several years, worked in a child care, and was also a pre-school teacher. I have a passion for helping others and wanted to seek a career where I felt I...
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Celene M.


Edgewater, MD

$35/hr4 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as nice, like kids I like caring for people with special needs because I'm looking for a job that I started caring for people with special needs when In my spare time, I like to One thing you should know about me is I'm a single mom My skills include

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Hi my name is Nicole B. I am currently 20 years old! I am going to school for early childhood education and also am taking classes to be with special needs children!
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Caitlin O.


Edgewater, MD

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Professional

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Almost 15 years of childcare experience with an educational background in early childhood and special needs education. I began caring for very young children as my first job and have never stopped. Experienced with children of all ages as both a full time nanny as well as an occasional sitter. Currently a stay at home mom of 3...
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Julia S.


Edgewater, MD

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Julia

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I am currently completing my masters in Speech Language Pathology at Towson University which is a full time program. I am looking for any babysitting jobs during the evenings and weekends, and Friday afternoons. I have experience with children ages 4 months to 18 years. I have extensive special needs experience and have been...
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Jin Oui B.


Edgewater, MD

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Looking For A Part-time And/or Overnight Position With Open Communication, Respect, & Kindness :)

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Hi! My name is Jin! I'm a part-time student enrolled in an online bachelor's program in Psychology. I have an Associates in Psychology from AACC and plan to pursue a career in law. I have over 8 years of working with families to care for children between the ages of 6 months old-15 years old, including newly adopted and special...
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Ayannah L.


Edgewater, MD

$24/hr4 yrs exp

Ayannah L: Reliable, Fun, And Flexible!

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Hi! My name is Ayannah. I am a very reliable, energetic, and patient young adult, looking to earn extra cash before grad school doing something I love- working with the youth! I have immense caregiving experience with ages ranging from infant to teenage (references available). I have a passion for child development and...
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Madeline A.


Annapolis, MD

$30-43/hr3 yrs exp

Outgoing, Patient, And Kind Licensed GNA Ready To Meet Your Loved Ones!

5.0

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Hello! My name is Madeline, I am a 22-year-old licensed and certified GNA with a year of nursing home experience and three years experience with in home care. I also have a lot of experience with special needs and dementia. I am a compassionate, patient, trustworthy, and dependable caregiver who loves to make everyone laugh. My...
5.0
"Maddie was part of a caregiver team for my 95 year old mother who was terminally ill with bladder cancer. My mother had severe mobility issues. During mother's final months and right to the end when my mother...

Reviewed by Diane O.

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Jessica G.


Annapolis, MD

$30-35/hr6 yrs exp

I'm Second Oldest Of Seven Children, I Have Worked At Daycare Summer Camp For Many Years

5.0

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Hello, my name is Jessica. I started working with kids at a young age being a mother's helper. I was a dance teacher for 4 years, I then went to work in a daycare center for a year. In the daycare center I really started to realize my passion was working with kids. However I wasn't loving the setting of the center, I wanted a...
5.0
"Jessica was a huge help to my family! She is always on time, does fun crafts with the kids, meal preps, cleans, and most of all the kids love her."

Reviewed by Alyssa S.

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Elizabeth G.


Gambrills, MD

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Practical Nurse

4.3

(6)

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I have cared for children in home health care situations for over 17 years, as well as healthy children for over 60 years. I have a reputation for being compassionate and caring. In addition, I have experience in caring for children with special needs as well. I also raised two children of my own. I love to watch children learn...
5.0
"We were lucky enough to have Betsy care for our daughter for the past year. When she started, our daughter was 3 months old. She was absolutely the best decision we made in regards to care for our newborn...

Reviewed by Brittney M.

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Shannon E.


Annapolis, MD

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Previous Teacher & School Counselor, Mom Of 2 Young Adults, Educated, Patient, Compassionate

5.0

(2)

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I'm a mom of two children in their low 20s, previous teacher (including for children with special needs), school counselor, counselor & coach for young/adults, and author. I'm a very compassionate, patient woman who is creative, loves to have fun with children, and enjoys anything educational. As a counselor, I am trained in...
5.0
"Shannon worked with our family for about 6 months caring for my 2 year old. Shannon was engaged, punctual, and always came up with fun things to do with my son. She was great at redirecting him and engaging...

Reviewed by Care member

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Cheryl M.


Lothian, MD

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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I have work with special needs students at a school and private homes for 14 plus years. I worked with special Olympics games for 14 years. I'm passionate about children. I have worked with autistic children, ADHD, spinal cord, quadriplegic, paraplegic, stroke, head injury and other special needs children and adults. I have...
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Starr C.


Davidsonville, MD

$20-35/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver For Kids With Special Needs

5.0

(1)

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In high school, I worked at a camp with adults with special needs. There, we made sure all adults had the best time by playing games, singing songs, and helping guide activities like dance nights or game nights. I volunteered at this camp called Camp Jubilee for three years and loved it! I am also a former elementary teacher so...
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Paige W.


Galesville, MD

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Fun With The Little Ones

5.0

(3)

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Hello my name is Paige I am a part time Esthetician and momma of a 2-year-old.! I have been babysitting since the age of 12 from my younger brother to neighbors to full time jobs/daycares. I have experience with children's ages 0 month- 15 years. I took child development classes in high school I am CPR certified and I have...
5.0
"Paige is a great sitter. My girls love her. She plays the with girls and keeps them entertained without the use of TV or other electronics. She is adaptable when things don't go as planned which can happen with...

Reviewed by Kara F.

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Anna-nicole B.


Annapolis, MD

$26-50/hr10 yrs exp

Meet Anna!

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I have 10+ years of experience. I babysit and nanny children of all ages and special needs. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Business and can help with light housekeeping.
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Amirah M.


Annapolis, MD

$29-36/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Weekdays/Nights And Weekends

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Hi all! I'm so excited to be able to work with new families! I am a Maryland native recently moving back from Illinois and I have been an ABA therapist for 3+ years working with special needs children from 2-16 years old. I am extremely patient, loving, attentive and also have experience assisting with a preschool program which...
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Sarah J.


Churchton, MD

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Professional

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My name is Sarah and as a mother of a special needs child and with many nieces and nephews, I have great experience in the field of childcare. My amazing son has Autism, therefore, we have experienced many amazing life events and also many obstacles but I wouldn't change it for the world. Seeing my boy grow through these...
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Brody M.


Annapolis, MD

$22-28/hr5 yrs exp

special needs

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Hi! I am a college student. I love working with kids of all needs and actually have ADHD and Autism myself so I understand uniquely the problems these amazing kids experience.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Edgewater, MD

Hannah M.

5.0

Hannah is wonderful- reliable, kind, punctual, & organized! She is very sweet and my little boy smiled instantly when he met her! I felt super confident leaving her with my little one and feel blessed that she is available to help me with my seven month old son. She is an angel!

- Stephanie H.

Madeline A.

5.0

Madeline was extremely dependable and conscientious in caring for my mother who has dementia. She is a very hard worker and cares deeply for people. Also a very good cook! We miss her now that mom is in assisted living.

- Prudence M.

Jessica G.

5.0

Jessica took care of 4 children, one 13 month old and 3 girls ranging from 4-6. She had to deal with three different parents, each with their own wishes and she did it graciously. 5 stars! She was very easy to communicate with and arrived right on time. Overall, she did an excellent job and we would...

- Michel V.

Elizabeth G.

5.0

Betsy has been so amazing for our family! We ended up putting our little guy in daycare once he was 10 months old as he was getting to be so active, but we had Betsy watch him from the time he was three months. She is punctual, dependable, and truly loves kids as if they are her own children. My...

- Mason D.

Shannon E.

5.0

Shannon took great care of our child with special needs. Her devotion in meeting his needs was exceptional. Shannon a is very responsible and caring person. She was very attentive to our child’s needs and went well and beyond our expectations!

- Care member

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Ratings for Edgewater, MD special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Edgewater, MD are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.