Shay P.

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Silver Spring, MD 20905

from $20 per hour

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About Shay

Experience: 2 yrs

I hold a Bachelor's in Speech & Hearing (2024) and am pursuing my Master's in Special Education. I've spent two years working in classroom settings with children with severe disabilities and intensive behavioral needs. I specialize in children with ADHD, ODD, Down syndrome, ASD, intellectual disabilities, and genetic disorders, perfect for families with medically complex kids. My approach: warm but structured. Clear expectations, consistent schedules, and follow-through. Loving and firm. I also care for animals including cats, dogs, bunnies, geckos, hamsters, and fish. I have basic Spanish and ASL skills. While not CPR certified, I am trained in choking recognition and response, with three successful interventions this school year. Available this summer!

Most recent review

5.0

based on 5 reviews

Shay is a wonderful caregiver! She is calm and resourceful. My kids had so much fun hanging out with this young lady. She also has knowledge of kids with differing abilities and handled my “difficult” one with skill and patience. Thank goodness 😅 because he’s hard to please and even harder to manage! We love her and would highly recommend her to any family looking for a compassionate, creative, and responsible caregiver!

Elizabeth J.

6/15/2026

Services

Age groups

0-11 mo

1-3 yrs

4-5 yrs

6-11 yrs

12+ yrs

Rates

Recurring jobs

$20/hr

One time jobs

4 children

$20/hr

Can help with

Carpooling

Craft assistance

Light cleaning

Meal prep

Swimming supervision

Travel

Qualifications

Education

Towson University

Some graduate school

Languages

English

Spanish

Professional skills

CPR / First Aid trained

Early child development knowledge

Early childhood eductation

Special needs care

Additional details

Comfortable with pets

Non-smoker