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I have a Bachelors in Psychology with a Minor in Child Development. I have 4 years of experience with working with and teaching children with disabilities. I have a nephew with autism with whom I cared for, for several years, while my sister worked. I am patient, loving, understanding, and open to learning new things. I am...
Thaiana R.
Silver Spring, MD
$18-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hope you're doing great today! Thanks for taking a minute to visit my profile. If you're looking for a great, honest, reliable and very lovely babysitter, you've just found. I've been working with kids of all ages in past 6 years. I also had an opportunity to take care of a special need (autism) for a year, which was...
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"Thaiana picks up our kids in the afternoons and takes them to their after school activities. She is a pleasure to work with We regularly change up drop off times and locations, which can be hectic. Thaiana...
Reviewed by Jocelyn H.
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My name is Leah I am 18 years old and I have been babysitting for about 7 years now. Babysitting is one of my favorite things to do! I have experience with newborn babies to 9 and 10-year-olds. I am skilled in caring for all different ages and personalities of children. I am also experienced in sitting for children with special...
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"Our family loves Leah! She is dependable and punctual and great with active boys! She also did a great job helping with homework! "
Reviewed by Melody B.
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I have been working with children of all ages since high school. While attending high school I took two years of early childhood education and worked as a student teacher in an elementary school in Arlington county. I am now attending college to become a special needs teacher. I deeply enjoy teaching and helping children learn...
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"I cannot recommend Kaitlyn highly enough. We hired Kaitlyn to watch our 5 month old (at the time) and she's been working with us for several months now. Kaitlyn is absolutely amazing with our little one by...
Reviewed by Katia D.
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I have special need experience. I have volunteered in church daycare and summer camps. I have the patience and compassionate heart to do my service and make sure my service schedule matches your family needs. I have worked with two families whom I took care of their kids and did house work. I have experience with kids with...
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"Highly recommend and will definitely use her again!"
Reviewed by Jessa B.
Susan A.
Potomac, MD
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Care Provider Specializing In Special Needs Or Children W/ The Need For More In div. Attn.
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I have worked with children my whole life and always seemed to veer towards the ones that need a little more one-one attn. to later find out a diagnosis or to soon be diagnosed with something, and my extra attn. to details and focus were a good way to start implementing and focusing specific skills.
I currently specialize in...
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"A hidden gem! It's hard to believe we have not known Susan our entire lives. Her ability to establish deep, personal and meaningful relationships with her clients is unsurpassed. The kindness, patience she...
Reviewed by Kelli G.
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My name is Gloria. I have 25 years of experience along with many references. I'm available for full time care. Having worked with many patients, I have experience with gt-tube, also ventilator, Parkinson, MS, dementia, and much more. I love my job and will treat your loved ones and care for them the same way I would want my...
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Hi! I am an Occupational Therapist in Washington, DC currently looking to make a little extra cash. I have experience with children with special needs. I look forward to meeting you!
Dionne H.
Hyattsville, MD
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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.
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"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 "
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I'm currently available for occasional or one-time evening, overnight, or weekend sitting jobs. I am Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED certified. I have been babysitting for 16 years, spent 2 summers working as a nanny, spent 1 summer working as a camp counselor, and spent 2 years teaching elementary school children. I...
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"Michelle is very nice and responsible. She is very communicative about scheduling and always on time. Can't go wrong."
Reviewed by Jennifer F.
Julia K.
Potomac, MD
$24-32/hr
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I'm a current student at St. Mary's College of Maryland majoring in psychology with an educational studies and special education double minor. I'm looking for get more hands on experience working with individuals with special needs. I am passionate about bringing out and seeing the best in the individuals I work with. Looking...
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My first career was IT but now I work primarily with families. I enjoy exercise, cooking, tutoring, coaching, writing, and helping others. I have an MS in Management of Technologies. Vaccinated w/ first aid certs. Available for morning and eve work. Openings 6/1/2023.
Experienced with children and adults (incl. autism, SIB,...
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"Jim is a dedicated and loyal person. He goes above and beyond to help those in need. He likes to lighten up the room with jokes and gets along with everyone. Definitely an asset."
Reviewed by Jennifer G.
Camila R.
Washington, DC
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have experience babysitting for as long as I can remember! It's something that comes naturally, through my love of kids and enjoying life. I've worked in schools, and with special needs children as well. I'll help with homework, and I'm a big advocate of extra-curriculares and staying active! I'm here to help your family...
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"I worked with Camila R couples years ago as a babysitter. She babysit my kid when he was 2 years twice a week for the entire summer and she was a joy to work with.
Camila consistently arrived at our home on...
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Hello! I am a college graduate and work weekdays in Bethesda, MD. I am an experienced babysitter with a great understanding of caring for and tutoring children with special needs. I particularly enjoy tutoring Mathematics for children and adults from grade school up to Calculus 1 and have worked as a summer tutor at Mathnasium...
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"Hannah is my co-workers daughter and I hired her to watch my two grandchildren (ages 10 & 12). Hannah is very attentive and was engaging with the girls. She was also able to assist them with their math...
Reviewed by Kathy G.
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Hello family, I cared for many children in my lifetime, from ages 2 days old to 16 years old, also children with special needs as well. I love watching children and teaching them. I'm a very reliable, responsible and patient person. I am CPR, First Aid Certified and A Newborn Care Specialist and worked at a Jewish Community...
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"Maybe she will work for your family! But no luck for interviewing with us..
Set up an interview the day before after confirming our posting which included light meal prep and housekeeping. Late night I...
Reviewed by Adam M.
Gary P.
Washington, DC
$25-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
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While in my role working in health care, I exercised a calculated and methodical approach to quality patient care. I am independently motivated, yet I appreciate team efforts and collaborate productively within groups. Additionally, I am knowledgeable with in-patient care planning, assisting with procedures and educating...
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"Mr. Gary is a great tutor to my son. He keeps him focused on his homework. My son is on the autism spectrum and has ADHD. Gary is very patient with H. He has a great sense of humor. He is punctual and...
Reviewed by Jean H.
Lika B.
Silver Spring, MD
$23-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hi Families!
Let me share a little bit about myself...
I am out going, friendly, engaging and flexible with family care and accommodating when schedules need to change.
I truly love all children and I have a great deal of experience with babies, infants, toddlers and Special needs! I am First Aid and CPR trained. Smoke and...
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"Ms. Lika was always attentive to the needs and circumstances of all children within their care. She is honest, undependable, and incredibly hardworking. Beyond that, Ms. Lika is an impressive gift of setting...
Reviewed by Jacklyn P.
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Hi my name is Liza and I am a speech pathology masters student at George Washington University. I graduated from the University of Virginia with a degree in speech communication disorders. I have babysat kids of all ages (newborn +) and have experience with a wide range of special needs (down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy...
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"Liza did an excellent job taking care of our energetic 2 year old son. We will most certainly call her again when we need a date night babysitter!"
Reviewed by Jelena M.
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Hello. I have 20+ years of childcare experience. Children are my passion! I just finish nannying for a family for three years, with four sweet children(4-year-old twins, 7and 9, both with special needs) Both parents are physicians. I created and implemented a daily active structured schedule. I assisted with taking the children...
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"Charlene is a very warm, engaging caregiver. She watches our children, a shy 3 year old, an energetic 8 year old and a dramatic 10 year old and handles all 3 of them on outings, takes them to the park, out to...
Reviewed by Rachel W.
Fatima A.
Hyattsville, MD
$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weekdays And Weekends
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- I am a US citizen with a US passport. Global Entry/TSA precheck approved. Travel ready.
- I have been a professional full-time nanny for almost five years however I have been in the childcare industry since 2017. I have also worked in a daycare, did substitute teaching, and plenty of babysitting/travel gigs not included in my...
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"Fatima enjoys working with kids of all ages. My kids are now too old to need a babysitter but she came to my daughter's birthday party because she has become a friend of the family."
Reviewed by Shelagh B.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chevy Chase, MD
Thaiana R.
5.0
Thaiana was with us for 3 years until we moved. We miss her!!
- Claire P.
Leah T.
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Our family loves Leah! She is dependable and punctual and great with active boys! She also did a great job helping with homework!
- Melody B.
Kaitlyn O.
5.0
I cannot recommend Kaitlyn highly enough. We hired Kaitlyn to watch our 5 month old (at the time) and she's been working with us for several months now. Kaitlyn is absolutely amazing with our little one by meeting her needs, being interactive and a great teacher. She challenges her and is even...
- Katia D.
Bervely E.
5.0
Beverly got the job done! she was very reliable and assisted me with getting in and out of surgery. I will use her again!
- Cheron B.
Susan A.
5.0
A hidden gem! It's hard to believe we have not known Susan our entire lives. Her ability to establish deep, personal and meaningful relationships with her clients is unsurpassed. The kindness, patience she has shown to our family member in need has been seamless. She is flexible and adapts to...
- Kelli G.
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