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Erin K.

Part-Time Babysitter

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a 26-year-old Kindergarten teacher looking for a summer homeschooling/tutoring/babysitting position. I am currently working as a Kindergarten teacher in Baltimore county, and have done so for 4 years. I earned a degree in early childhood education, and a minor in disability studies from the University of Delaware. I am...

Val I. says "She is sweet, fun and a good person. The kids love her and we are looking forward to her college breaks to see more of her!"

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Experienced, Loyal, Mature Nanny

Baltimore, MD

4.6(1)
from
$36/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I began my Nanny career right after high school 23 years ago. My experience working with multiple families has been extremely rewarding, I could not imagine being in any other line of work. I have cared for children of all ages from newborns-teenagers, multiples, special needs and those with dietary restrictions. The experience...

Care Member says "Andrea was fantastic! We were in town for a wedding and she watched our two girls (3yo and 6mo) for the whole afternoon and evening. It is no small feat...

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Experienced Babysitter Looking For Part-time Job

Baltimore, MD

4.3(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! My name is Desmyn. I graduated from UNC Wilmington with bachelor's degrees in Psychology and Spanish. I am currently earning my MSW from the University of Maryland Baltimore. I'm looking for a part-time, summer position to begin in late April or early May! I have provided for multiple families over the past years, with...

Jillian N. says "Desmyn has been amazing with our little girl! She started watching our baby girl when she was 4 months old. She is so hands on, dependable, and...

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Incredible Irene

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 48 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, & Welcome to my profile! My name is Irene and I'm 37 years old. I have worked with children for about almost 19 years now. I have experience working with children of all ages. I also have several references. I truly enjoy working with kids and getting to know families. I'm also understanding of any specific rules or...

Care Member says "Irene was wonderful with our two young children. We were visiting from out of town and made us feel at ease while we were out. She was punctual, warm,...

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Child Care

Dundalk, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Jessica, I am 36 and currently a stay at home mom (kids will be with my husband while I care for your children). I have been babysitting children for 20+ years now. I have experience with multiples, premature babies, non verbal special needs children and adults. I completed child development classes in high...

Danielle M. says "Jessica was great to work with. She would send me updates throughout the day. My son took to her right away. When I went to go pick him up he did not...

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College Student With Special Needs Siblings

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience
I am 22 years old. I recently graduated from Lipscomb University. I plan on attending law school next year. I am the oldest of my siblings; my sister has ADHD and my brother has Autism. My siblings are my best friends and through their needs they have taught me so much. I love the special needs community. I have babysat for many...

Brandy M. says "Jessica has babysat for our three children. She is loving, compassionate and very responsible. She has also cared for our dog while we were out of town....

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Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
Hello, I have about 20 years of childcare experience from infancy to adolescence. I have also been in healthcare for the last 15 years as a Respiratory Care practitioner, so I have BLS/ACLS (CPR & advanced life support) certification. I am a mother myself to a 18-year-old home schooler. My experience includes various ages...

Care Member says "Anastasia is a very skilled and kind caretaker. I trusted her with my newborn and she was so sweet with her - talked to her, read books, played, helped...

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Care-Taker

Baltimore, MD

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
Hi, I have experience with the elderly, and with children. Iv been a care-taker for the last 25 years. Meals, light house-work, medication management, errands, etc I was a teacher before this and have experience with Special Needs as well.
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Baltimore, MD

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
respite care
errands
+ 1 more
Experienced home care provider for elders, those with special needs and end of life services. I have experience helping families with loved ones in varying life stages and abilities from birth until end of life.
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10+ Years Nanny

Baltimore, MD

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
I currently work at a children's hospital for special needs, I have always worked amongst children. I was a Nanny for 7 years to a family in California and want to go back to Nannying if I get the opportunity. I speak spanish and love when a child quickly learns a new language. I have 3 dogs in my house and feel very comfortable...
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Baltimore, MD

from
$20/hr
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
I'm very professional and will provide exceptional care for your children and older adults . I have extensive experience looking after children of all ages, having worked in day care, as an au pair, a nanny and looking after newborns. I also have experience with senior care due to me working in a senior citizen home as well as...
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Best Sitter Ever!

Baltimore, MD

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Courtney, 19 years old. I'm currently employed assisting teachers with special needs and disability. I also have experience as a dental assistant working with kids and experience babysitting infants and older. I can cook, clean and I'm pretty fun when it comes to children, it's all in your imagination! With me the screen...
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Professional Nanny

Parkville, MD

from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hello my name is Annah I love spending time with kids I have children of my own so I have all the experience and patience needed I enjoy being around kids I'm active love outdoors and indoors activities. I'm passionate and caring person. I have 6years of professional child care experience and I also have experience with kids...
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Baltimore, MD

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$15/hr
8 years experience
I'm a fun and lovely person. I love kids with all my heart. I currently work at a school as a substitute and a teacher's aide in the special-needs room. I would love to be a nanny full-time to a loving family.
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Hard-working And Compassionate

Baltimore, MD

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
I have been working in caring for people with physical and cognitive disabilities closely for the past five years in my job and volunteer opportunities, and I have much experience with persons with special needs as I have a family member who has cognitive disabilities. In my past jobs I have worked 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts at a...
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Baltimore, MD

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and meal prep. My dream is to be a psychologist for special needs children. Non smoking and I've worked with infants as young as 3 weeks
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Parkville, MD

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Aliyah. I am currently an early education teacher looking to extend my love for working with children. I love to see them grow physically and mentally after working with me. I have experience working with special needs, and multiple children. I am dependable and have my own transportation, as well as CPR certified.
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Baltimore, MD

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I enjoy serving others and helping others. I have 10 + years in experience. I'm very compassionate and with integrity.
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Middle River, MD

from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Hi! My name is Tahlia, it is pronounced Tay-La lol. I am a paraeducator for special needs kiddos but I have worked with kids of all ages in day cares, school systems and just simply baby sitting since I was 15 I am 23 now with a beautiful 2-year-old girl of my own and I am looking to help out a family that will welcome me this...
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Mom. Caregiver

Parkville, MD

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
I am a stay at home mom. With experience in long term care, child care, care for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I've cared for those from 0-102!
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.67/hr as of June 2025

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

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

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

Erin K.

She is sweet, fun and a good person. The kids love her and we are looking forward to her college breaks to see more of her!

- Val I.

Andrea J.

Andrea was fantastic! We were in town for a wedding and she watched our two girls (3yo and 6mo) for the whole afternoon and evening. It is...

- Care member

Desmyn S.

Desmyn has been amazing with our little girl! She started watching our baby girl when she was 4 months old. She is so hands on, dependable,...

- Jillian N.

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