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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Essex, MD

The average rate is $16/hr as of April 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Essex, MD

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Rachael H.


Essex, MD

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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Hi! My name is Rachael. I have been teaching with BCPS for 10 years. I am certified to teach Early Childhood, Elementary, and Special Education. I was a nanny for 3 years as well as a summer camp counselor and director for over 6 years. I also have taught summer school and worked at a summer day camp. I have cared for children...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Great with children of all ages. Extremely patient and does a great job with fun activities and games. Very kind and always willing to help.

Reviewed by Lauren M.

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Emily M.


Essex, MD

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hey everyone! Im Emily! I'm a 24-year-old mom of two kiddos! I have a 1-year-old and a 5-year-old, special needs child. I am also the oldest of 7 children. I have been nannying for 7+ years. I started the year I graduated high school. I currently am a stay at home but looking for a family to grow with! I love the outdoors,...

Recent review:

5.0
Emily was sweet, polite, friendly, honest, and kind. I talked to her and had hoped to have her as our nanny. Unfortunately we could not have her due to our large dog. we didn't think it was a good idea with...

Reviewed by Mercedes M.

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Tiavon B.


Essex, MD

$24-30/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver / Babysitter

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I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and EPI Pen Injections. as need I can also help with behavior management I have worked for HCPS at John Archer School Harford County . government therapeutic recreation as well as we rock the Spectrum Forest Hill in. my seven years of experience I have worked...

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I am a certified infant teacher and I also have my preschool, CPR/ first aid and my medication distribution certifications. I have experience working with special needs children on a day to day basis and hope I can be a help to you and your family!

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I've worked with adults/children with disabilities , we are all human beings that deserved to be loved and cared for in an equally fashion.
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Emily M.


Essex, MD

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi! I'm Emily! I'm a 22-year-old mom with 3 years of experience with special needs! I have a daughter with congenital heart disease who has had a feeding tube, seizures and is on the autism spectrum! I am looking for a job where I can grow with the family in the same way I grow with my own! I hope I can talk with you soon!...
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Aarika S.


Essex, MD

$13-18/hr6 yrs exp

Safe Afordable Child Care

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I have 19 years of experience working with kids. I am a stay at home mom of four I have my CPR certification with the Red Cross I have 40 hour childcare course my last job was a school bus driver for special needs I offer a safe loving child care in the Essex area.
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Samantha S.


Essex, MD

$18-24/hr

About Me

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Hello! My name is Samantha, I grew up and raised two brothers from infancy while my mother worked and went to school. I am used to diaper changes, bottle feeding, changing, playing, reading, running, crafting, and cleaning up after kids. I also have spent years being the family babysitter for my aunts and friends. I am...
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Crystal T.


Essex, MD

$20-50/hr20 yrs exp

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I am a licensed daycare provider in Baltimore county with 20+ years of experience as a nursing technician within the Baltimore county public school system. I also worked with children with special needs for 18 years. I like working with kids because it's my passion in life. In my spare time, I like to read and explore the...
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Jada S.


Essex, MD

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

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Teaching assistant looking for summer work! I have been in the child care industry for about 5 years, working with special needs individuals and children with emotional disabilities. I have experience working with children aged PreK-17, and young adults aged 18-21. I am CPR/First Aid certified as well as a Certified Medication...
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Tiavon B.


Essex, MD

$13-21/hr7 yrs exp

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I have worked with children for 7 years of my life both children with and without special needs in homes and in days cares I know how to care for children of all ages and all needs
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Jerri D.


Sparrows Point, MD

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Matt 25:40,John 13: 34-35,Hebrews 13:2, Gal 6:2

5.0

(4)

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Caring for others is my God giving gift. Kind, patience, empathetic, compassionate, extremely intuitive, and very talkative. My concern is to care for others as I would want my family being cared for. I love when others share their stories where they come from and their journey through life. Love to cook, clean, and organize. 12...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Jerri was great for our 3 boys. They all loved her and look forward to her coming every time. We definitely recommend Jerri and we will keep using her.

Reviewed by Timothy C.

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Anastasia A.


Baltimore, MD

$30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(7)

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Hello, I have about 20 years of childcare experience from infancy to adolescence. I have also been in healthcare for the last 15 years as a Respiratory Care practitioner, so I have BLS/ACLS (CPR & advanced life support) certification. I am a mother myself to a 18-year-old home schooler. My experience includes various ages...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Anastasia is a very skilled and kind caretaker. I trusted her with my newborn and she was so sweet with her - talked to her, read books, played, helped w/ bottle washing and more. I give her my strongest...

Reviewed by Care member

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Odunayo M.


Baltimore, MD

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I am an experienced caregiver . l love taking of kids. l have. worked with healthcare agencies as a caregiver and nanny. l had worked with kids with cerebral palsy, speech delay and disabilities, autism etc. My services includes feeding, bathing, Housekeeping, laundry, homework assistance, going out together to places of fun...
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Melody O.


Rosedale, MD

$28-36/hr

I'm Great With Kids! Fun And Responsible!

5.0

(2)

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Hi! I'm Melody. I love working with kids, and am happy to help where I can! I have 7 years of experience in child care. I'm a registered behavior therapist, I am certified to work with special needs children, and also am a certified nursing assistant. I also work part time as a psychiatric counselor for children! Looking forward...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Melody watched our infant son for us in our home for 4 months in the Winter of 2022. She helped us navigate a difficult period (personal injury and heightened COVID risk) with professionalism and patience. Her...

Reviewed by Shira H.

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Lauren H.


Baltimore, MD

$16-30/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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Hi there, for the past five years, I have had the privilege of working with children newborn to young teens in various settings. I have previously worked as a newborn/infant assistant teacher on and off, as well as with special needs children in a home care setting as well as a medical daycare. With this, I have familiarity...

Recent review:

5.0
Lauren was wonderful with our fussy infant - Kind and patient. We enjoyed meeting her and would hire her again!

Reviewed by Angela J.

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Felicia P.


Parkville, MD

$18-28/hr

Experienced Childcare Provider

5.0

(2)

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Hello. I have many years babysitting and caring for children, including working at a daycare and driving school bus -- as well as being a bus monitor for a child with special needs. I have also worked with elderly, with many background clearances. Other skills include communications, planning, deadlines, organizing, etc. due...

Recent reviews:

5.0
We interviewed Felicia for a position that included both senior care and errands, as well as childcare. Not only did she promptly respond to all communications, but she was quickly able to come out for an...

Reviewed by Nicole J.

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Sharmaine C.


Baltimore, MD

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Truly Care

5.0

(1)

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I have been working with the elderly since I was 16 years old. I have been providing caring since I was 19 years old. I am certified by the state of Maryland as a CNA and GNA I have been certified for 10 years now. I am also CPR and first aid certified. I am certified by the DDA to work with mentally disabled. I have worked with...

Recent review:

5.0
Sharmaine did a great job caring for my son. She is very dependable and professional. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Patricia B.

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Takita T.


Dundalk, MD

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Experience In Autism And General Education. Intermediate Level ASL

5.0

(10)

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I've worked for Kennedy Krieger Institute where I had to cater to a wide variety of diagnosis. Before that, I worked for Baltimore City public school system for two years educating both Autistic and general education students. In the special education setting, I was responsible for up to 9 students at a time. In the general...

Recent reviews:

5.0
She's very caring and funny. She gets along really well with kids and has a beautiful spirit!

Reviewed by Shaz W.

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Kim S.


Baltimore, MD

$10-25/hr

Part Time Certified Nursing Assistant

5.0

(1)

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I am a CNA I have been working in the nursing field since 1981. I have experience in hospitals, assisted living , nursing homes and adults with disabilities. I have experience inadminitering insulin, checking blood sugar

Recent review:

5.0
I came from out of town for a procedure, and I needed someone to help me after my procedure. I was very lucky to find Kim. She is wonderful around. Kim is very kind, caring and helpful. She did everything I...

Reviewed by Max S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Essex, MD

Rachael H.

5.0

Literally the best person to trust your child with! She is hands down the best. Truly cares and has the biggest heart!

- Emily R.

Emily M.

5.0

Emily was sweet, polite, friendly, honest, and kind. I talked to her and had hoped to have her as our nanny. Unfortunately we could not have her due to our large dog. we didn't think it was a good idea with her needing to bring her baby. I really liked her very much. She has substance and...

- Mercedes M.

Jerri D.

5.0

Jerri was great for our 3 boys. They all loved her and look forward to her coming every time. We definitely recommend Jerri and we will keep using her.

- Timothy C.

Anastasia A.

5.0

Anastasia is a very skilled and kind caretaker. I trusted her with my newborn and she was so sweet with her - talked to her, read books, played, helped w/ bottle washing and more. I give her my strongest recommendation!

- Care member

Melody O.

5.0

Melody watched our infant son for us in our home for 4 months in the Winter of 2022. She helped us navigate a difficult period (personal injury and heightened COVID risk) with professionalism and patience. Her experience and education as a behavioral therapist gave us new insight into our child's...

- Shira H.

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