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Bailey P.

Damascus, MD

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Hello, my name is Bailey. I am a Special Education teacher at Gaithersburg High School for their Learning for Independence Program (LFI). I am 26 years old and have been teaching in MCPS for a year and a half.
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Tammi F.

I Am Available For Respite Care After 4:30 Pm Daily

Damascus, MD

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I am a Montgomery county public schools health tech. I work with a wide range of children. I am looking to be a helper/companion/respite care. My hours are anytime after 4:30 p.m. m-f and all day weekends.
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Alexandria S.

Damascus, MD

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Hello, I've worked in 2 group homes caring for multiple people with disabilities for the Arc of Southern Maryland. The Arc is a non profit organization that helps assist in the daily activities and needs of those who may need some assistance. My goal is to provide compassionate care but make sure the individuals keep as much...
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Ashlyn P.

Ashlyn P- Long Term Fun Nanny!

Damascus, MD

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I am a 19-year-old energetic woman looking to help out a caring family. Most of my experience with children was helping to take care of my younger sister and the neighborhood children. Yet, I also have professional experience as well; working as a swim instructor for a local class near me, helping and training children...
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Zaida P.

Damascus, MD

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
My name is Zaida, the kids call me Z! I am 36 yrs old and bilingual(Spanish). I love Jesus and am an ordained pastor and on staff full-time serving in a nonprofit ministry that shares the Love of Christ around the world. I grew up helping my mother run an in-home daycare, served in the nursery at church, volunteered in VBS...
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Zaida P.

Damascus, MD

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$23/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
My name is Zaida, but everyone call me Z! I am 36 yrs old and I love Jesus and am an ordained minister and serve in a nonprofit ministry that shares the Love of Christ around the world. I have experience with children more than adults, but I'd like to take go in the direction of helping adults or elderly enjoy life and the...
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Ana V.

Frederick, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Ana, and I'm a 28-year-old childcare professional with over six years of experience caring for infants, children, and teens, including those with special needs. I'm a licensed driver with a reliable vehicle and can easily help with school drop-offs, activities, errands, and appointments. Previously worked as a...

Mel R. says "Ana has been absolutely wonderful with my 6 month old baby. She is knowledgable, patient, and caring. My baby is always excited to see her and reaches out to...

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Grace C.

Caring Sitter!

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$14/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I love working with kids of all ages! I have two younger siblings, so I would definitely know how to entertain them, as well as help with homework or whatever else they might need! I just recently left the United States Naval Academy in order to pursue a nursing degree, since they do not offer that there. I was in the Best...

Natasha K. says "Grace watched our 11 month old son. She did excellent she came on time and ready to play. She did our sons bedtime routine perfectly; prepared his dinner...

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Kelsey E.

Frederick, MD

3.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi! My name is Kelsey and I have a background in Behavior Therapy. I have been a Registered Behavior Technician for about 10 years working with children and teens on the autism spectrum. I've had experience as a nanny to 8 different families with children ages 10 weeks to 7 years old. I've taught in 4 different preschools and...

Lisa W. says "Kelsey has started to help us on a part-time basis, caring for our baby. She has been extremely professional from first contact. Our baby took an immediate...

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Victor M.

Kind & Compassionate Caregiver

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a recent graduate of a local occupational therapy assistant (OTA) program and am currently studying for the national board exam. During my 2+ years in the program, I completed fieldwork in various settings including; schools, psychosocial, assisted living, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation. With that being said, I...

Lisa E. says "Victor is absolutely outstanding! He cared for our two dogs when we were away to attend a wedding. We normally take them to a pet hotel, but our older,...

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Camila M.

Montgomery Village, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Camila, and I'm looking for a full-time or part-time nanny position. With 7+ years of experience as a nanny, including caring for children with special needs, I am dedicated to helping families ease their day-to-day stresses by ensuring their little ones are safe, loved, and happy Key Qualifications: CPR and...

Care Member says "Camila was an absolute pleasure to work with. She provided expert, compassionate care to our infant daughter. Camila is heavily engaged in her...

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Denise C.

Child Care/Babysitting

Germantown, MD

4.8(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I have approximately 20 years of experience with children. I have babysat school ages/toddlers, I taught Sunday school for elementary school age children and a nanny for child who has special needs. I have my 90 hours certification for early child care. I was a lead teacher at a Christian daycare for 2 years with 1-2-year-olds...

Kaitlyn L. says "Denise is a pleasure to have at the house. She is very good with children. Also a very safe driver. Denise is also a big help around the house with...

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Nini P.

I Love And Understand Children.

Clarksburg, MD

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I have 23 years of experience as a Nanny. Over the years. I have worked with Newborns, Infants, Toddlers, Premature-triplets, Twins, Special-needs, Nanny-share, Multiples (up to 5 kids), School-age children, Before & After school care, pick up & drop off/driver, Errand runner, Overnight care, date nights & Children with...

Care Member says "I want to recommend Nini P. to any family who wants a loving, kind, and patient nanny. Nini has been with our family for 2.5 years, since my son was 6...

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Fatou S.

Germantown, MD

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Fatou. I have over 5 years experience with developmental disability. Have done some trainings on developmental disability and mental health. I am also a certified nursing assistant for over 15 years of experience and also being nanny for a long time. I have CPR, first aid and Cna/Gna license with the state of...
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Cielo O.

Gaithersburg, MD

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello, my name is Cielo, and I am a nanny with over 30 years of experience. My childcare experience expands across all age groups and includes special needs. I find such joy in being a positive mentor in a child's life. I am so excited to meet your family, and my hope in my time with you is to create a lasting impact through...
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Flor P.

Nanny

Montgomery Village, MD

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I love to work with kids of all ages. I have more than 10 years of experience working with kids. From newborn- teen, I have worked with all. I can also work with kids with special needs as I have in the past. I have worked at a child care center for 11 years and was a nanny before. I have a Bachelors Degree in Elementary...
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Rondell A.

New Market, MD

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$17/hr
Light cleaning
Experience in care and safety of children. Worked with special needs as well. Assisting with ADLs and maintaining an engaging environment for children. Is dependable and trustworthy. I am flexible with time and easily adapt to changing/ challenging situations.
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Jacquelyn M.

Frederick, MD

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I am a compassionate and dependable caregiver with over 20 years of experience providing in-home care for children from newborns to teens, as well as adults with daily living needs. Experienced in supporting individuals with allergies, disabilities, and special needs while managing routines for multiple clients at once. Known...
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Tammy S.

LOVES CHILDREN

Woodbine, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am an energetic mother of three grown sons. Who are all successful and happy. I have worked at Safeway grocery store for 22 years. Before that I worked with special needs children. I would like to get back to working with children because that is what I enjoy. I have great organizational skills and have always been good at...
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Aaminah T.

Germantown, MD

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
I am a compassionate, patient, and dependable caregiver with hands-on experience supporting others in daily life. I have helped care for younger family members as well as relatives with special needs, which has taught me the importance of empathy, clear communication, and consistency. I am comfortable assisting with light...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of December 2025

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Damascus, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Ana V.

Ana has been absolutely wonderful with my 6 month old baby. She is knowledgable, patient, and caring. My baby is always excited to see her...

- Mel R.

Grace C.

Grace watched our 11 month old son. She did excellent she came on time and ready to play. She did our sons bedtime routine perfectly;...

- Natasha K.

Kelsey E.

Kelsey has started to help us on a part-time basis, caring for our baby. She has been extremely professional from first contact. Our baby...

- Lisa W.

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