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Irene K.

PART-TIME

Irene K.

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Potomac, MD

$30-50

Hourly rate

5

Years exp.

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When do you need care?

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Meet Irene

0yrs

female

Speaks English

My name is Irene, I'm a senior nursing student with a strong background in compassionate, individualized care and a genuine interest in supporting children...

My name is Irene, I'm a senior nursing student with a strong background in compassionate, individualized care and a genuine interest in supporting children and adults with different developmental, behavioral, and learning needs. I understand that every child communicates, learns, regulates emotions, and responds to routines differently. I can provide close supervision, establish predictable routines, give clear and simple instructions, break activities into manageable steps, use positive reinforcement, redirect calmly, and adapt activities to each child's abilities and interests. I'm patient during difficult moments and focused on helping children feel safe, respected, understood, and successful while maintaining appropriate boundaries and consistency.

Highlights

  • Non-smoker
  • Infant (up to 12 months)
  • Youth (1 to 11 years)
  • Teen (12-17 years)
  • Adult (18-64 years)
  • Senior (65+)
  • ADHD
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Blindness/visual impairment
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Cognitive disabilities
  • Developmental delays
  • Down syndrome
  • Mental illness
  • Mobility challenges
  • Sensory Integration Disorder
  • Speech delay
  • CPR training
  • First Aid training
  • Irene can also help with:

    Ambulation
    Applied behavior analysis
    Bathing/grooming/hygiene
    Bladder management assistance
    Blood sugar testing
    Feeding
    Insulin injections
    Positive behavioral support
    Repositioning
    Respiratory care
    Seizure attendance
    Transferring/body lifting
    Assistive technology/AAC

    Education

    Bowie State University

    Verified information

    • Phone verified

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