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Elizabeth V.

Experienced Sitter For Elderly And Children (incl. Special Needs)

Kensington, MD

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've had all 3 covid vaccination shots & have my records card signed & dated. I have worked with dev-disabled adults and children for over 20 years now. I've worked in DDA-certified group homes as well as provided respite care for family caregivers in private homes. I believe that developmentally-disabled people are very similar...
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Kensington, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Experienced in caring for children and adults with special needs with empathy, structure, and patience.
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Kensington, MD

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$19/hr
3 years experience
I have nearly 2 years of experience working as a Registered Behavior Technician, providing in-home behavioral therapy to neurodivergent minor clients. While private clients cannot legally hire me as a RBT, the experience is very relevant to my work as a private caregiver. Additionally, I worked for 1 year providing in-home...
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Carpooling
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grocery shopping
light cleaning
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Hi. I am a 36-year-old female looking for occasional (or possibly regular depending on the commitment) weekend sitter jobs for children of all ages and needs. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I have a masters degree in secondary special education and transitions services and have about 15 years experience...
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College Park, MD

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience as a peer mentor for students on the Autism spectrum from a young age. In high school I continued doing Social Skills Club and peer mentored other high school and post graduate students. I have had training from a BCBA-D.

Alissa R. says "Hannah has taken care of our two kids quite a bit now. My husband and I are are especially thankful to have been able to hire Hannah because she works...

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Silver Spring, MD

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
7 years experience
Hello, My name is Renee. I am 23 years old. I am an EMT with Sandy Spring Vol Fire Department (since 2013), I was also active duty Navy, Corpsman/Medic (since 2015). I have experience with special needs, persons on the spectrum, kids and the elderly. I've grown up assisting my mother who has cerebral palsy. I am here to help...
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Babbysitter/nanny

Derwood, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, my name is Katie! I am 20 years old and am going to be a junior at St. Lawrence University this fall! I have been babysitting/nannying since I was about 14. I have been a pet time nanny and also long term babysitter for children ranging from infant-15 years old. While I have limited experience directly nannying children with...

Jacqueline S. says "Katie cared for our 2 children, 3 and 18 months, all summer in 2021. She was always on time, polite and flexible. She prepared meals, played with...

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Rockville, MD

4.0(0)
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$19/hr
1 year experience
My name is Rachel and I am a child care/special needs professional. I have experience working with children of all ages from all different circumstances and abilities. I am also open to working with teens and adults. I am caring, creative, responsible, energetic, perceptive, and engaging with a great sense of humor and a focus...
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Friendly Care Giver

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Friendly caregiver with various certifications. I have experience in working with babies, infants children with special needs and seniors

Amber V. says "Gifty is a "Gift" sent from above. I have a 19 year old special needs son and she knew exactly how to work with him. She was very patient when he had one...

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Olney, MD

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am a loving caring person. My clients are just like my grand parents or a family member to me. with my 12 years experience your beloved ones will be taking care of with compassion.

Cindy G. says "Nadya is very professional, warm and engaging. Our daughter, who has special needs, really enjoys being with Nadya."

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Care Provider

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Kristin. I have been doing pick up drop offs for 15 years. I also have experience with children on the autism spectrum and emotionally disturbed children. I have studied early childhood development and nursing. I am honest, loving and responsible. I have 4 children of my own (3 teens, 1 baby). With all of their...
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Child Caregiver

Hyattsville, MD

5.0(0)
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$21/hr
8 years experience
I'm a part time Rbt(registered behavior technician) . I've been in the childcare field for 8 years. My love for teaching and caring for children have formed me into the person I am today. I am CPR/ First aid certified , completed my 90hr childcare certificate , and I have my RBT certification. I truly enjoy the outdoors and...
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Private Nurse

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a retired Registered Nurse, Physical Therapist and Massage Therapist from Scandinavia/ North Europe. I provide full range of services with Special needs, including skilled Nursing/ Rehabilitative/ Personal Care, which is top quality, highly personalized care. I have experience with most hospital ICU unit equipment use and...

Evy K. says "Monica has been my RN and Physical Therapist a long time. She has unbelievable amount of patience and uncanny knowledge how to care for a 93 years old woman...

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Experienced.special Needs Mom. Looking To See What I Can Learn From Your Child, As Well As What I

Potomac, MD

4.8(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Work with various levels of autism, verbal & nonverbal, behavioral, children with feeding tubes, children with emotional, mental and or physical disorders to minimal LD. Each is a child and unique and first a individual, whom wants to learn, love play and be accepted like everyone else.

Alin C. says "Susan is very caring and helpful. She did great with my son."

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Flexible Caregiver Avalaible!!!

Rockville, MD

4.7(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am an experienced Caregiver with CPR and First Aid certifications. Organized and collaborative team player strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Proficient in caring for geriatric patients to improve overall health and well being. I managed the daily activities and recreation of children with special need.

Ellen O. says "We only had Diane for 3 hours but she was great. What I loved the most was that she interacted with my infant twins so well, and she played with them a...

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Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
2 years experience
I have had the pleasure of working for a while with a young child who was hearing impaired and I really enjoyed working with him on a weekly basis. For a short time I had the pleasure of caring for an older lady who was suffering from dementia before she passed. Our days were spent with me listening to stories of her past and...

Carla E. says "Tabatha is very dependable and great with kids!"

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Aspiring Counselor / Present Caregiver

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
It is with great interest that I am submitting my resume to become a dedicated caregiver. I am fueled by great ambition towards working as a reliable hand. My focus is to sustain growth within the minds and hearts of those in need. Moreover, I am well versed in managing meals, creating fun and informative activities, and showing...
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Dignity Provided With Care!

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as extremely kind, thoughtful and focused . I like caring for seniors and people with special needs because I genuinely enjoy helping people feel comfortable and safe. In my spare time, I like to hike, camp fish, and read. I also enjoy growing plants. One thing you should know about...

Adriana C. says "Rhonda has been very reliable and is a hard worker. She is knowledgeable about special needs and has good communication skills. We are very please with...

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Extensive Background In Healthcare And Education

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
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$75/hr
10 years experience
Academic background: 1) UCLA- Biochemistry, 2) George Mason University- Nursing. My experience working both in and out of the hospital has afforded me invaluable firsthand knowledge of the many disparities in our healthcare system. My aim is to address those disparities through helping clients and their families attain their own...

Helen H. says "Adriana is the most compassionate, endearing, ambitious individual and we are so fortunate to have worked with her. When my mom's degenerative neurological...

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Silver Spring, MD

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$20/hr
2 years experience
My name is May. I'm from Thailand. I have a7-year-old son. -I have two years experience taking care of an autistic 16-year-old. -Ages of kids experienced with broad experience with 3 months - 10 years. -I am certified training early childhood education for infant and toddler. -I am certified as CPR and first aid -I am able...
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  • 60 special needs child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.75/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs child care is 5.0

Recent special needs child care reviews from local parents in Kensington, MD

Special Needs Child Care in Kensington, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care

Hannah B.

Hannah has taken care of our two kids quite a bit now. My husband and I are are especially thankful to have been able to hire Hannah...

- Alissa R.

Katie P.

Katie cared for our 2 children, 3 and 18 months, all summer in 2021. She was always on time, polite and flexible. She prepared meals, played...

- Jacqueline S.

Gifty Q.

Gifty is a "Gift" sent from above. I have a 19 year old special needs son and she knew exactly how to work with him. She was very patient...

- Amber V.

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