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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
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
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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Ellicott City, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 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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Special Needs Experience

Ellicott City, MD

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I am a 24-year-old graduate student who is looking for part-time nanny and occasional babysitting work. I have experience working at a preschool for the last 3 summers. I also have experience in babysitting both boys and girls ranging in age from 6 weeks to 7 years. Special Needs Experience: I worked at a behavioral unit for...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Ellicott City, MD

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I am the mother of three school aged girls (8-17) the oldest of which has had life long medical complications. We have followed medicine and diet schedules throughout her life. I am a caring and giving person who has a masters degree in social work.
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Loving And Engaging Care Giver

Ellicott City, MD

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I have worked with people with special needs in some capacity for over 15. I received my master's in social work, with a focus on child development and people with special needs. I have worked for institutions such as Kennedy Krieger and MENTOR Maryland (a foster care agency for medically fragile children). I have also...
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Ellicott City, MD

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hello, I am currently a special needs student assistant at a middle school. I work mostly with children that have autism, downs syndrome, intellectual disabilities, along with physical disabilities & other developmental delays. I have 3 years of paid experience as well as many years of personal experience with autism in my...
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Ellicott City, MD

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$31/hr
10 years experience
I am a Certified Human Rights Consultant from the U. S. Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights and a Licensed CMT, dedicated to supporting military families and vulnerable populations since 2014. My work focuses on advocacy, child protection, wellness, and consulting, combining compassion and professionalism to create lasting...
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Part- Time Caregiver

Ellicott City, MD

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have always loved children from a young age and have babysat for many years. I mostly watched two siblings at a time from the age 1-6 but also have experience with babies and older children. I have been a special needs paraeducator for 4+ years and can always help with tutoring/homework.
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Ellicott City, MD

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
I am a mother of two girls & a current special needs student assistant at a local Middle School. Working with people is my passion and my strength. I am seeking a better opportunity and more flexible schedule to provide for my girls. I have experience working with the elderly, dog & house sitting, house cleaning & working with...
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Experienced Fun Loving Sitter

Ellicott City, MD

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a sitter with over 15 years of childcare experience. I started my career caring for children at a Goddard preschool where I worked with kids 6 weeks to 5 years old, then transitioned to private babysitting for some of the parents of the kids I taught at Goddard. Since then I've gotten my master's in social work, with...
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Ellicott City, MD

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$20/hr
20 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Hannah and I have been a licensed general and special educator for 12 years. I have a master's degree in education and prior to college worked several years at special needs camps/ autism centers. I am a mother of a 3-year-old son and have learned so many different things from my parenting journey that I did not...
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Ellicott City, MD

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$15/hr
Light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
errands
I have a background in caring for special needs children and adults for 4+ years. I have my associates in teaching and am currently attending to finish my bachelors of science.
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Ellicott City, MD

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$15/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
respite care
errands
transportation
I have light experience working with the elderly. While I do not have any paid experience currently I have had elderly clients during my years of cleaning experience & have had lots of time taking care of my own grandmother who is now in her late 80's. People are my passion & most of my work experience tailors to interpersonal...
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Teacher & Babysitter

Ellicott City, MD

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
As a teacher and for family and friends, since the age of 15. Have experience with infants to middle schoolers, and special needs.
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Ellicott City, MD

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
About me I am really a nice person, very patience, happy, sometimes shy and quite, but just for a while, and organized person in matters of my job (working with children) funny, easygoing, with great manners. I like to respect your space as a family, your culture and be honest. The most important in my life is my family, which I...
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Hanover, MD

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
My 9 years of experience caring for children and adults of all ages, from infants to elderly have solidified my desire to positively impact their lives. I hold a graduate degree. I have experience working for a home health agency and case management for special needs and chronic illnesses 0-26 age. I'm patient, creative, and...

Jennifer M. says "Once we interviewed Sabria, we stopped looking at other applicants because we knew she was the best fit for our family. She assisted with childcare,...

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Outgoing, Experienced Sitter

Elkridge, MD

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
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....

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Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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I Am Here To Help Care For Your Loved Ones Like They Are My Own Family Too.

Columbia, MD

4.0(0)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
errands
dementia
hospice services
companionship
+ 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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.38/hr as of March 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Ellicott City, MD

Special Needs Caregivers in Ellicott City, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Esther W.

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...

- Easton G.

Angelia D.

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...

- Macey V.

Sabria C.

Once we interviewed Sabria, we stopped looking at other applicants because we knew she was the best fit for our family. She assisted with...

- Jennifer M.

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