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Ernest G.


Burtonsville, MD

$25-50/hr12 yrs exp

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Have always been a people person, A Team player. I have respect and Compassion for others. I'd describe my personality as Friendly, energetic and a Good Motivator individual . I like working with kids because they so innocent I'm looking for a job that I can learn, develop and grow in a company I started working with kids...
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Dahlia S.


Burtonsville, MD

$22-40/hr3 yrs exp

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I have worked in a school for children with disabilities for a few years and also worked as a DSP in a home setting environment for adults with disabilities. I provided compassionate and endearing care while encouraging each individual to live up to their highest potential.
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Marlene A.


Laurel, MD

$20-30/hr9 yrs exp

My Name Marlene. I Have Been CNA/HHA For Over 8+ Years.

5.0

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I think of myself as caring and compassionate and I enjoy helping the elderly and people with special needs. I have worked over 8+ years working with and caring for seniors, this is something that I am very passionate about. I have 8+ years of experience in CNA / HHA. I have experience in Alzheimer, dementia and total care I do...
5.0
"Marlene is compassionate, kind, dependable and a pleasant person to be with as she carefully cares."

Reviewed by Fran U.

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Niara F.


Silver Spring, MD

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

3.7

(3)

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Hi! I used to be a preschool teacher and I have a four year degree in early childhood education. I am currently living in Chevy Chase MD. I am patient, I have experience with infants to 15 years old and with special needs as well. I love play, paint, arts and crafts, play ball, go to parks or just read a book. I'm a great driver...
5.0
"I always hire a babysitter, and Niara surprised me. the way she interacts with the kids is different. children love her. and I totally entrust my children to her."

Reviewed by Natalie H.

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Melvis N.


Greenbelt, MD

$20-45/hr7 yrs exp

Childcare

5.0

(1)

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I am a very compassionate person and love children. I have 7years of experience working with children both as a caregiver and a nurse because I was a pediatric nurse back home. I am trustworthy and offer great care. Special needs care available.
5.0
"Melvis is a heaven saint, she pays much to details and so organized as well as dependable. She's got positive energy and does a good job. I would recommend Melvis to you and your family. Thank you Melvis I...

Reviewed by Naomi L.

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Elizabeth V.


Kensington, MD

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

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

5.0

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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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Dionne H.


Hyattsville, MD

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I am a former kindergarten teacher and health care professional with a Master of Public Health. I have approximately 15 years experience taking care of children (including those with special needs), and seniors. I enjoy learning new things, cooking, meeting new people and traveling. I would love to be a part of fam.
5.0
"I had to write a review. Dionne was awesome with my autistic niece! Not many persons know what to do or how to treat others well but Dionne knows what’s she’s doing. 10/10 "

Reviewed by Care member

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Teena E.


Laurel, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available

5.0

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My name is Teena and I have been CNA for over 20 years, I have experience in Alzhiemer, dementia and total care I do light house keeping, I am very compassionate and reliable think of myself as caring and I enjoy helping the elderly or people with special needs. I am very honest and I have a clean background and clean driving...
5.0
"I hired Teena to help organize a large house prior to a move. She arrived on time, listened attentively to the guidelines, and was careful and thorough in her work. I found I could trust her to use her judgment...

Reviewed by Perry T.

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Icilma J.


Silver Spring, MD

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Professional Care Giver

5.0

(3)

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Hello my name is Veronica. I have been a child care provider for over 25 years and an elderly care provider for over 20 years. I am ambitious, punctual, honest, trustworthy, kind and very reliable. I am certified in CPR and first aid as well as hold certificates in medication technician field and experience with special...
5.0
"Icilma is the most amazing person. She worked with my family for 11 years and helped raise my 2 children. She is kind, punctual, thoughtful, inventive, a hard worker, self motivated, and intelligent. She is the...

Reviewed by Susan E.

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Bertha N.


Brookeville, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver For Children And Elderly Care

5.0

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I am a mother of 4 children. I have been working with special needs children for 15+ years and elderly care for 20+ years.
5.0
"Bertha is the BEST. She is very skilled in all areas of care, from working with my disabled daughter with autism for many years, which she still does to this day, to caring for my mom with Parkinson's until...

Reviewed by Ayda S.

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Vera N.


Silver Spring, MD

$19-25/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

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I have been working with kids and seniors for the past 4 years. I have a cna and a CPR license. I have been working with seniors with dementia, Alzheimer's and special needs.
5.0
"She used to babysit my son before we moved to North Carolina. My kids liked her even my mom and my wife loved her ."

Reviewed by Lamiteck H.

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Renee W.


Silver Spring, MD

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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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Nijah B.


Silver Spring, MD

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Private Nanny / Tutor

5.0

(3)

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Hello I am Nijah B, Laurel High School class of 2019 with Honors and a GPA of 3. 7 currently residing in Silver Spring Maryland. I am CPR & First Aid Certified & have also worked with Children with Special needs . I have over 10+Childcare Credentials/Certifications and have been in the industry for over five years . I taught a...
5.0
"We hired Nijah for our 3 month old baby when we had to return to work. We were very happy with her, and only had to let her go because we wanted our child to go to daycare. Nijah was excellent with our child...

Reviewed by Kathryn P.

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Stephanie M.


Laurel, MD

$27/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I think of myself as caring and compassionate and I enjoy helping the elderly and people with special needs. I have worked over 10 years working with and caring for seniors , this is something that I am very passionate about . I have 10 years of experience in CNA/ HHA. I have experience in Alzheimer, dementia and total care I do...
5.0
"Stephanie Mensah took great care of my mother for 3yrs 6momths, She is very caring, dependable and dedicated to her job, and she goes the extra mile to provide the needed care for my mother. My family...

Reviewed by Care member

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Jesualdo F.


Silver Spring, MD

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

Your Jack Of All Trades!

5.0

(3)

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Hello, I'm Jesualdo, and I pride myself on being a versatile and adaptable individual ready to tackle any task that comes my way. With a wide range of skills and a genuine passion for helping others, I am here to make your life a little easier and more enjoyable. Services Offered: Household Management: Expert in maintaining a...
5.0
"Jesualdo is an excellent candidate for any position. He is polite, punctual, hardworking, and highly reliable. Additionally, he is smart, respectful, and can absolutely be counted on to get any job done in an...

Reviewed by Carmella B.

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Icilma J.


Silver Spring, MD

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

5.0

(2)

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I have been a child care provider for over 25 years and an elderly care provider for over 20 years. I am ambitious, punctual, honest, trustworthy, kind and very reliable. I am certified in CPR and first aid as well as hold certificates in medication technician field and experience with special needs children. I am...
5.0
"Icilma worked in my mother's home to help her for a period of 2 1/2 to 3 years.She was an angel! At the beginning my mother needed only some supportive care with meals and walks. She cooked meals just as my...

Reviewed by Phyllis J.

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Reena R.


Silver Spring, MD

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time

5.0

(4)

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Hi my name is Reena. I'm an educator, worked for 20 plus years as teacher. I have very rich and strong experiences with nanny/baby sitting, I worked for special needs, and for development delays. I enjoy working with children. I have worked for nanny share too. I teach, sing, Recite rhymes, read, letter sounds and numbers...
5.0
"We had the good fortune of hiring Reena for a few weeks over the summer to provide care and learning for our son, who is a rising kindergartner, plus two kids from another family with whom we arranged a nanny...

Reviewed by Thaisa K.

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Nathalia B.


Silver Spring, MD

$23-30/hr7 yrs exp

I'm Looking For Part-time Jobs Opportunity In The Morning!

5.0

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Hello! I live in Silver Spring, and I'm looking for a part-time job opportunity in the summer. I have 7 years of experience with children of the following ages: newborn, infant, toddler, and children ages (5-8). I have multiple childcare training certificates: Infant and Toddler Care 45 hours - Howard Community College Child...
5.0
"Nathalia was punctual, professional, very friendly, and patient. She took the time to do activities with my 4 yr old. She had a very kind spirit about her that made my son and I both comfortable. I will...

Reviewed by Care member

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Ashai N.


Silver Spring, MD

$21/hr5 yrs exp

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5.0

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I have experience babysitting, more specifically kids that are special needs. I'd describe my personality as energetic, bold, passionate. I like working with kids because I get to teach them really cool things and help them learn at each milestone. I'm looking for a job that can allow me to gain more experience and to add on...
5.0
"I hired Ashai to tend to my 2 1/2 autistic son until he turned the age of four years old. Ashai was really dependable and flexible during her time with me. Her knowledge of childcare was outstanding due to her...

Reviewed by Andria A.

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Ashley O.


Jessup, MD

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

4.4

(8)

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(One time jobs only) Hi! I am an occupational therapy assistant and on the side I babysit. I have watched children for the past 11 years including children 2 weeks old-13 years as well as children with special needs. I attended school at the University of Mary Washington as well as St Catherine Univ. I graduated in April with my...
5.0
"Ashley was wonderful with our son. When I got home the dishes were done and she agreed to stay late. Our son asked about her the following day. We will definitely hire again."

Reviewed by Haley B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Burtonsville, MD

Marlene A.

5.0

Marlene cared for my elderly father in his East Coast home for several years. I was living on the West Coast and never once worried that he was not getting the best possible care for his many and increasing ailments. Marlene was attentive, thoughtful, and capable. She communicated well and honestly...

- Maria R.

Niara F.

5.0

Niara is a caring, lovely and amazing person! Also very patient and helpful.

- Vanessa V.

Melvis N.

5.0

Melvis is a heaven saint, she pays much to details and so organized as well as dependable. She's got positive energy and does a good job. I would recommend Melvis to you and your family. Thank you Melvis I hope to work with you again.

- Naomi L.

Dionne H.

5.0

I don’t even know where to begin first I want to say Dionne is amazing working with kids with special needs. She is so patience, caring, understanding always go above and beyond she is the just the right person for this kind of job. She used to work at a facility I used to work for for special needs...

- Care member

Teena E.

5.0

Excellent care taker. Truly help not just my father but the entire family in general. She is a gem and a blessing.

- Alvin O.

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