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Mackenzie F.

Hello There! My Name Is MacKenzie And I Am A Patient And Mindful Caretaker.

California, MD

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
My name is MacKenzie and I'm a kind, patient, and attentive caretaker. I've provided care for toddlers, 13 years old and all of the ages in between. I have experience with playing pretend, special needs and travel care as well. I don't mind helping care for pets and am happy to do house sittings if needed. I also value...

Care Member says "Mackenzie watched my two kids for almost a year (ages 3 and 2) and was nothing but amazing! She was always on time, had a positive attitude and was...

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California, MD

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$16/hr
6 years experience
I am dedicated and compassionate about assisting with making daily life activities (bathing, dressing, eating) easier for those that need extra support. Mobility help, light housekeeping and basic meal preparations are also provided if required. Experienced in providing emotional support and attentive support. Help in...
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California, MD

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I have experience supporting individuals with mental illness, ADHD, autism, developmental disabilities, and epilepsy.
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Personal And Empathetic Care

California, MD

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$22/hr
1 year experience
My name is MacKenzie and I am a 27-year-old Jacksonville native. I love making a difference in children's lives. I started working with kids when I was 15 years old and I worked with a family of 2 teenage boys with nonverbal autism for over a year.
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Light cleaning
meal prep
I have over 35 years of experience working with children. I have worked in the field of working with handicapped/ special needs children and adults. I have volunteered many years for the Girl Scouts & Boy Scouts. I ran my own home daycare for 7 years. I had to move out of the area so the children I cared for needed to find...
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Montessori Teacher Available For Childcare - My Home Or Yours

Great Mills, MD

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
I am a mother of 4 ranging between the ages of 13 - 28. I have over 25 years of childcare experience including working at daycares, summer camps and teaching at Montessori schools. I have experience with infants - children ages 12+ as well as children with special needs. After many years of childcare and teaching I realize I...

Tabitha B. says "Lisa loved my little boy like he was hers. We had such a difficult time finding quality care for him at first and she was a small miracle for us. She...

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Lexington Park, MD

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am in search for a great new family to work with, one who values an honest and open working relationship and is looking for a trusted member to join their family. My most rewarding position was a job I had while living in Florida 5 years ago-I was taking care of a 7-year-old boy (at the time) who has CP and a 4-year-old girl...

Rebecca H. says "Stefanie stepped into a difficult position of nanny for a 3 year old who was struggling with a big move and also had parents working from home. She has...

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Experienced Southern MD Childcare Provider

Lusby, MD

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
I have been a caregiver for over 20 years now. I started babysitting when I was 13, then began working as a nanny when I was 20. Previously, I was the lead teacher in the toddler room of a daycare and also have experience teaching with Montessori methods. The majority of my experience is with infants through elementary school,...

Nancy W. says "Sara was very flexible to our family's needs. We had inconsistent schedules and she was able to adapt to different times and needs. My son has special...

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Lexington Park, MD

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have experience providing care for children of all ages, but most my experience is with younger children, from newborn to 5 years old. I'm comfortable handling up to 3 children at a time, and comfortable caring for children with special needs. I enjoy finding new ways to entertain children, and prefer spending time playing...
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Lexington Park, MD

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hi my name is Kaitlin, but I go by Katie! I'm 28 years old and currently finishing my degree in psychology. Before moving to Maryland I was stationed overseas for the United States Navy. Now I am working as a registered behavior technician for a private ABA therapy practice. I'm currently looking for full time employment through...
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Lusby, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I have worked for children of all ages for the past 10 years in centers and in school settings. I have cared for children with ADD/ADHD, Autism, Down's Syndrome, Paraplegic, Speech delay, and Fine and Gross motor disabilities. I have some college credits for my Bachelor's in Special Education. I have my own transportation...
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Caring Fun Sitter

Lexington Park, MD

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
My name isDarlene I personally have three children. I have lived in Lexington Park area 24 years now I'm from Erie Pa. I work at a daycare center going on 19 years. I took care of toddlers for 12 years and 6 years taking care of children between the ages of 4 and 6. I'm a teacher there and I love children and I also have worked...
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Lusby, MD

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$16/hr
1 year experience
I am a patient, organized, and friendly care taker. I have several years of experience working with children. I am happy to help your family as needed.
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Leonardtown, MD

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I have provided care for newborns and children through their teenage years. I have worked with special needs children as well.
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Lexington Park, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello my name is Darlene I currently work in a childcare facility and have been for 17 years now. In my years of working in childcare I have worked with many children with special needs such as Autism, Down syndrome, Ad / Hd etc. I also have three children of my own so I enjoy the experience of taking care of children and...
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Lexington Park, MD

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Full time or 3/4 time needed. Looking for something that goes beyond the summer season. 19 years of being a nanny. 7 different families during these years Very familiar with ages birth to 14 years old Lots of experience with multiples, special needs (Downs/ADHD/autism/medications, and severe allergies). I am CPR/AED/ARC...
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Mother With Losts Of Experience With Disabled Individuals

Lexington Park, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Have taking care of all different individuals with different issues adhd mental health and so on very well trustworthy and experienced
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Lexington Park, MD

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello. My name is Rachel and I am currently working in the area as an environmental engineer. I grew up with lots of siblings, I am one of five, and have always had a love for kids. Growing up I spent much of my time babysitting neighbors and cousins. More formally, in college, I worked as a respite provider and child caretaker...
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Great Mills, MD

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
With over 15 years of experience in childcare, I have dedicated my career to nurturing and supporting children and families through various stages of life. As a seasoned birth and Postpartum Doula, I provide compassionate care to new mothers and families, offering practical support, emotional guidance, and education during the...
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Full Time Caregiver Available To Take Care Of Your Special Person!

Lexington Park, MD

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$15/hr
7 years experience
I started working with a 3-month-old boy until he was 7 years old. My duties changed from day to day due to his schedule. The basic duties were changing his diaper, feeding him his bottles and food, clothing him, playing with him, reading books to him. I also transported him to and from therapy on a daily basis. We would then...
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  • 44 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.20/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in California, MD

Special Needs Caregivers in California, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 44 listed special needs caregivers

Mackenzie F.

Mackenzie watched my two kids for almost a year (ages 3 and 2) and was nothing but amazing! She was always on time, had a positive attitude...

- Care member

Lisa J.

Lisa loved my little boy like he was hers. We had such a difficult time finding quality care for him at first and she was a small miracle...

- Tabitha B.

Stefanie B.

Stefanie stepped into a difficult position of nanny for a 3 year old who was struggling with a big move and also had parents working from...

- Rebecca H.

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