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Consuela K.

Dayton, MD

from
$22/hr
7 years experience
Nurturing young minds and supporting families is my passion. I am patient, creative, and approachable, ready to engage your children with fun outdoor sports and educational games. I am comfortable caring for up to five children across all ages. I bring a fresh perspective and dedication to creating a positive and enriching...
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Conesha W.

Part Time Care Giver Available

Columbia, MD

4.7(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Nurturing young minds is my greatest passion. For over 10 years, I've dedicated myself to providing exceptional care for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens and beyond. My approach is rooted in patience and a calm demeanor, creating a safe and supportive environment where children can thrive. I am comfortable...

Walter J. says "Conesha worked for me consistently for about 6 months. My 1 year old daughter instantly gravitated to her. The first week, I popped in on Conesha and was...

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Valerie C.

Nanny

Columbia, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
From 2013 until 2016, I worked in a childcare center in Clarksville, primarily with infants and toddlers. Before that, I worked in a Christian school in Laurel for 14 years, primarily as a kindergarten aide. I have my 90 hour certification in infant and toddler care, as well as preschool activities and curriculum, from Howard...

Leonid B. says "Valerie is always on time and very reliable. She is good with our 3/y and 4/m old children and we have been inviting her back for the past half a year to...

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Vera N.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
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.

Lamiteck H. says "She used to babysit my son before we moved to North Carolina. My kids liked her even my mom and my wife loved her ."

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Sydney A.

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My name is Sydney, and I've been babysitting for 3 years. I am 23 years old and a recent graduate from Howard University. I have been with 4 families long term in my last 3 years. I also have experience with special needs children. I have mainly worked with elementary aged children (4-13). I have also have some experience with...

Brandon W. says "Sydney did a wonderful job caring for our boys! She bought over games and activities for them to participate in and was on-time and very professional!...

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Sethatina N.

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, My name is Tina. I am a friendly, loving, caring, fair, playful, and firm caregiver who loves children and helping them learn and discover the world around them. I taught on the Eastern shore of Maryland for 13 years at a private school for children with special needs. I have an MS in both special education and early...

Angela M. says "We had the pleasure of working with Tina for 9 months starting when our daughter was 3 months old. The only reason we stopped employment is that we always...

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Gabriela O.

Derwood, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
19 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
With almost two decades of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, I am passionate about creating a nurturing and stimulating environment. Such experience has provided me with a strong foundation for understanding child development. I enjoy engaging children through outdoor activities, board games,...

Nadine T. says "I was apprehensive about hiring someone in my home for the first time, and meeting Gabby changed my whole outlook! She has a great personality, can-do...

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Salamatu K.

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
With over 10 years of experiencing working in the healthcare field. I'll bring compassionate care to your home.

Linda M. says "I have a disability and required care. Sally has worked for me for more than 10 years. I'm moving away from the area so reluctantly having to lose her. She...

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Nadya A.

Olney, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am a loving caring person. My clients are just like my grand parents or a family member to me. with my 12 years experience your beloved ones will be taking care of with compassion.

Cindy G. says "Nadya is very professional, warm and engaging. Our daughter, who has special needs, really enjoys being with Nadya."

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Miya O.

Caring & Loving & Attentive

Columbia, MD

4.0(0)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi my name is Miya. I'm 25 years old. I greww up with an older sister who had special needs. So I know the patience time and dedication that it takes to work with someone who has special. Even though my sister had special needs she was my best friend. I'm a very loving, caring, dedicated, person. I love helping others. I am more...
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Esther W.

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver Available

Ellicott City, MD

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Esther and I am 24 years old from Howard County, Maryland. I graduated in Spring 2023 from Towson University studying Mass Communications and am working part-time in music & film. I am also an artist and enjoy getting outside, reading, playing games, cooking, animals, and yoga. I have babysat/nannied for many...

Easton G. says "Esther has babysit for us on several occasions for our 6 and 11 year-olds. She is very engaging with the kids and very responsible. We have been very...

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Kathryn D.

Professional Babysitter

Columbia, MD

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I worked for the school system as a special education assistant and have worked for a non-profit organization providing care to children and adults with special needs. My wide range of experience introduced me to many different diagnoses. However, I feel I have the most experience with individuals with autism. I love my work. I...
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Rachell W.

Certified Preschool Teacher~ Experience With Special Needs And Autism.

Columbia, MD

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a former Baltimore County Public School System 1-on-1 aide in the Pre-k classrooms with special needs children. I find joy in figuring out how to connect with them to help them reach milestones. As a former teacher myself, I enjoy teaching children and watching them learn. I believe everything can be a learning experience...
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Stephanie M.

Burtonsville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "Stephanie was very patient and caring towards her client. She showed compassion at all times"

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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
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 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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Rachell W.

Certified Childcare Director Available To Care For Your Children

Columbia, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 31 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I am a birth and post partum doula for 20+ yrs who specializes in multiples and overnight care while instilling healthy sleeping habits. I am also a 90hr certified childcare teacher and 45hr infant/toddler teacher. I have also been a state certified childcare center director. I have had 6+ years experience as a director and 7+...

Rachel J. says "Rachell has been an AMAZING help for helping my husband with before school care for my 2 kids! she is very punctual and professional and great with the...

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Megane W.

Ashton, MD

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$21/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
Hi, I am Megane and I think I can be a good fit for you. I have three years of experience caring for little ones. I am comfortable caring for children, including children with special needs. I enjoy playing with children. I am First Aid Training and CPR Training certified, and I am also a Certified Nursing Assistant. Knowing I...
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Arabella P.

Derwood, MD

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Bella! I am currently a Junior at Flagler College studying Deaf and Elementary Education. I have extensive experience with a wide variety of children, including those with special needs! I am fluent in both English and Spanish and I am currently taking my fifth year of American Sign Language.
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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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Bridget F.

Derwood, MD

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Nurturing the growth and well-being of children is my professional focus. I have completed coursework in Early Childhood Development, which informs my patient and calm approach to care. I am a previous preschool teacher in the public school system and worked in a special needs classroom, with lead teacher certification. Whether...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of October 2026

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Dayton, MD are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Conesha W.

Conesha worked for me consistently for about 6 months. My 1 year old daughter instantly gravitated to her. The first week, I popped in on...

- Walter J.

Valerie C.

Valerie is always on time and very reliable. She is good with our 3/y and 4/m old children and we have been inviting her back for the past...

- Leonid B.

Vera N.

She used to babysit my son before we moved to North Carolina. My kids liked her even my mom and my wife loved her .

- Lamiteck H.

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