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Practice CPR and First Aid in case of emergencies.
Monitor child for behavioral changes and report variations to parents.
Determine child's cause for distress and comfort them when they cry.
Bathe, dress and groom child.
Prepare nutritious meals and snacks for the child.
Help eating meals and guide concerning habits of eating.
Kate D. says "Nikki was very reliable and comfortable with our two baby boys - we were grateful for her help! She was very easy and quick to communicate with as well. We...
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- $19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Maddie and I am a doctoral student at Towson University studying Occupational Therapy. I hope to become a Pediatric Occupational Therapist and work with children with disabilities after I graduate. I have 10 years of experience working with children as a babysitter, nanny, camp counselor, school aide, etc. Much of...
Michele P. says "Madeline was a teacher for a child with special needs in a program that I run. Madeline worked with a student with Autism, who was new to our program....
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hey there! I'm Mutiat, but you can call me Nikki. I'm a full-time nanny with 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages including newborns and kids with special needs. I'm CPR certified and currently working toward my Newborn Care Specialist certification. I just ended my contract as a nanny for two wonderful...
Care Member says "Nikki is reliable, detail oriented and very caring. She took terrific care of our three children, including our autistic son. She is very nurturing and...
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I am currently a registered nurse at a community hospital. I am looking for babysitting jobs to keep busy on my days off. I have been babysitting since I was in high school. I have experience with children of all and ages, including infants and children with special needs. My schedule varies throughout the week so I am...
Hey there My name is Victoria and I am a 21 yr old Nigerian American caregiver . I've been nannying , tutoring and working with special needs children for 6+ years now through schools, families, camps and churches and it's been an amazing experience. Also , Having younger siblings has made me a natural nurturer and I've grown to...
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- $18/hr
My daughter is 24 years old. She was a micro-preemie that had to go home on oxygen and a heart monitor. She is doing very well! I understand how hard it is parenting children suffering from a disability or disease. I'd love to give you a break so that you can take care of yourself.
I am a former employee of the Arc of Howard County, where I provide supports and services to individuals with differing levels of developmental disabilities. I left the job in good standing after getting married and having children of my own. Let me make a positive impact in the lives of your loved one.
My name is Kseniya. I have been working as a special needs assistant for more than 7 years in a K-12 education settings.
I truly enjoy being of service to others and I believe my compassion and caring nature, as well as my ability to learn new skills quickly, will make me an asset in this role. I recognize that it will be my...
I have experience in the past with senior citizen and children with special needs. I consider myself gentle and patient. I also have the strength to lift or pull. I am also willing to a new challenge : Working with children who are difficult to handle . I am as I said very patient and very confident that I can make some...
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I am currently a registered nurse at a community hospital. I am looking for babysitting jobs to keep me busy on my days off. I had been babysitting since I was in high school. I have experience working with children of all ages, including infants and children with special needs. My schedule varies throughout the week so I...
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! My name is Sophia and I am a kinesiology student at the University of Maryland. I have been babysitting for around 6 years now for ages 3 months- 12 years and I absolutely love it! I love being active, creative, and having fun. I also have extensive experience working with individuals with special needs.
I'm available for...
Errands
meal prep
personal care
light cleaning
transportation
I am a former educator and current administrator. I am looking for a part-time job to supplement my income and love working with special needs. I worked in child care centers as a teenager and as a teacher and special educator in different realms throughout the last 24 years of my career. My children are teenagers and I have...
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- $20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Kierna! I'm 19 years old, a military brat, and working with children is my passion. I have almost seven years of childcare experience. I have done every job, from babysitting for a night to being a full-time nanny. I am CPR certified and First Aid trained. I have my own transportation. I am fluent in Spanish, and...
Frank C. says "Kierna was excellent with our children. She was patient and kind. My kids loved her and we will hire her again."
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- $28/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
I grew up the oldest of four children and was the go-to nanny. In addition, I have several years of experience working in an elementary school. I have 5+ years of experience working with children and would describe it as my passion. I am willing to cook meals as well as do light housework but my first priority is always caring...
Tayler T. says "Sophie was a dream to work with. She was our full time nanny for about a year and truly became part of the family. She is extremely dependable and most...
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- $10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I am Madie, I grew up outdoors as a girl scout. I am a funky, patient, hard working, artsy girl! I'm currently studying at MICA in baltimore. Given my classes- I am not free all day everyday, but I do have specific hours listed where I would be fully available, punctual, and reliable.
I have been working at a nature...
Jaclyn C. says "Madie is a great communicator, enthusiastic, and reliable. She brings fun and energy to the job. My kiddos are so excited to hear she's coming. She has...
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
*NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CHILDCARE/CARGIVING OPPORTUNITIES*. I have a part-time job at Howard Community College and have recently started babysitting again. I am looking to do some weekend occasional babysitting. I have over 10 years of experience babysitting children ages 0-12. I worked at a preschool for two summers as a...
Macey V. says "Angelia was amazing! She was so nice and my son REALLY liked hanging out with her! I felt very safe leaving her with my son, and my son had an absolute...
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- $25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
I am looking for a position for summer break. I am reliable, fun, patient, and caring. I have experience with babysitting multiple children at a time, and children with special needs. I love working with children of all ages. I enjoy doing fun/educational activities such as science experiments, art projects, exploring outside,...
Alexandra B. says "Rakilah is phenomenal. Rakilah has cared for my 15 month old daughter while I worked from home. She takes my daughter on adventures to the library and...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
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...
Elizabeth D. says "It can be hard to find a good nanny, so its no surprise that when we found Erin we held on to her for 6.5 years. She watched our four kids, starting...
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 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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- $25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
For all of my life, I've had an affinity and passion for working with kids! I was a camp counselor for about 4 years and also spent time being a one-on-one behavioral technician at Kennedy Krieger Institute for children with special needs. In 2022, I graduated from the University of Maryland with a Bachelor's in Psychology, and...
Ayala K. says "We hired Sophie for a few weeks while she was on winter break. She took care of our 10 month old daughter full time and was part time with our 3 year old...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of November 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Elkridge, MD
Special Needs Caregivers in Elkridge, MD are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Mutiat J.
Nikki was very reliable and comfortable with our two baby boys - we were grateful for her help! She was very easy and quick to communicate...
- Kate D.
Madeline M.
Madeline was a teacher for a child with special needs in a program that I run. Madeline worked with a student with Autism, who was new to...
- Michele P.
Mutiat J.
Nikki is reliable, detail oriented and very caring. She took terrific care of our three children, including our autistic son. She is very...
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