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Anjeh M.

Columbia, MD

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$14/hr
Experience DSP and a valid CMT by the Maryland border of Nursing. I'm so. focus and caring person. .
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Jasmine J.

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Columbia, MD

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
It's a challenging and rewarding job that has brought so much joy and purpose to my life. Helping these children with their daily needs and activities while providing emotional support is a privilege that I don't take for granted. I've learned so much from them and have been inspired by their resilience and strength. Working...
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Evelyn S.

Cna

Columbia, MD

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$18/hr
I'm a certified nursing assistant and a patient tech I work at the Johns Hopkins Howard country general hospital I work with children with severe depression, anxiety disorders children with autism and bipolar disorder, l love working with special needs children or elderly because my little sister has autism and me growing up...
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Umu B.

Columbia, MD

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I have five years of hands-on experience working with both children and adults with disabilities. My role involved providing compassionate, individualized care, assisting with daily living activities, mobility, personal hygiene, and medication reminders. I supported clients with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and...
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Atticus E.

13 Years Experience With Adults With Disabilities

Columbia, MD

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I currently take care of a man with autism and have worked with him and his family for 13 years. I work closely with his mother who is a Doctor in behavioral psychology to create and implement care plans for him. We plan activities and go on outings. I provide cleaning and cooking services as well. I'm CPR and first aid...
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Erin M.

Care Provider

Columbia, MD

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$27/hr
3 years experience
Hello, I'm a patient care provider. I have experience with individuals with disabilities/Alzheimer's through both working for the school district (years ago) and care facilities. In the past I lived with someone having Asperger's. Certain things had to be a certain way. I learned quite quickly to take pictures and memorize...
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Emma D.

Columbia, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello, I have babysat children as young as seven months to 8 years old. I am CPR certified, have received all vaccinations, and have worked at a summer camp for children/ young adults with special needs. I enjoy doing crafts with children, being outdoors, and providing a comfortable and safe environment for children to be...
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Imani R.

Columbia, MD

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Imani. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately over 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to preteens. I have experience working with children with special needs for approximately 5+ years. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing...
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Lauren D.

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Columbia, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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I am 27 and currently living in Columbia, Maryland. I have been babysitting since I was 13 and have been a nanny for the past 3 years. It is something I love and enjoy very much. I also have experience watching children with special needs. I am very dependable and great with kids of all ages! I do have transportation, for some...
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Jessica A.

Columbia, MD

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have been working with kids who have special needs for the last four years. Before that I had experience working with neurotypical kids. I have a positive, patient and caring personality that allows me to connect with the kids that I work with. I love coming up with creative ways to learn and play. I love to craft and be...
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Haley B.

Columbia, MD

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$28/hr
1 year experience
I am a 31-year-old Columbia MD resident looking to help your family thrive by offering child care and/or household management activities. I spent 10 years in the federal government and am looking for something different. I have several years of ad hoc volunteer experience caring for children aged 0-11, including children with...
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Erin L.

Full/Part-Time Caregiver Of Children Of All Ages

Columbia, MD

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
I have been working with children for 20 years; anything from babysitting or nannying to working in academic intervention in the public school system for six years. I have been a nanny, a preschool teacher and a para-educator with high school students with special needs and elementary age children. I'm competent and can work...
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Pamela B.

Columbia, MD

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$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
carpooling
Nurturing children and supporting families through reliable, high-quality care is my true passion. With three years of experience and a background in Early Child Development, I bring a patient, calm, and approachable demeanor to every household. I am a Certified Teacher and hold current CPR Training and First Aid Training...
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Emma B.

Columbia, MD

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
I started working with kids when I was 12! That's when I received my first "babysitting license", and I've loved it ever since. I have 3 years of professional childcare experience, and as a recent college graduate, I am looking for a family to commit to serving close to my parents home. In my spare time, I like to work on...
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Estefania L.

Nanny

Columbia, MD

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$27/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I have had the privilege of working as a nanny for over 5 years now. I am bilingual, fluent in both English and Spanish, and I bring a wealth of experience in caring for children of various ages and backgrounds including children with special needs. Throughout my career, I have had the pleasure of working with several...
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Talia P.

Columbia, MD

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
My name is Talia & I would love to give a little insight on my experiences. I have extensive experience working with seniors predominately but, I also care for individuals of all ages. I have worked largely in nursing homes/assisted living facilities including hospitals, private duty cases, hospice services at Gilchrist of...
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Umu B.

Columbia, MD

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
Dedicated and nurturing multilingual care giver with over 10 years' experience working with infants, toddlers, children, and the elderly overseas in South Africa and Europe. Possess an additional 5 years working in the United States particularly with special needs children by providing treatment plans and providing extra care...
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Elisangela D.

Professional Care With A Nurse's Touch

Columbia, MD

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$30/hr
15 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
mobility assistance
companionship
Hi, my name is Elisangela! I'm a compassionate and reliable caregiver with over 15 years of experience as a registered nurse in Brazil. I recently moved to the United States and bring with me a strong medical background, most recently working at Albert Einstein Hospital, one of the most prestigious healthcare institutions in...
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Minzhi L.

Columbia, MD

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
errands
Providing compassionate support for seniors and adults with special needs has been my professional focus for the past 10 years. My journey began with personal caregiving experiences, which instilled in me a deep commitment to enhancing the quality of life for those I serve. As a Certified Nursing Assistant with First Aid...
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Josiane P.

Caregiver

Columbia, MD

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$20/hr
Hi, my name is Josiane and I am a caring, patient loving person and have recommendations inside and outside the country!
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6

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