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Special needs caregivers in Garrett Park, MD

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Jessie L.


Garrett Park, MD

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Background And Experience

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I have been working with children for almost my entire life. I was a camp counselor for four years, worked in a program with children with social differences/ special needs, I have babysat for multiple families with children aging from 1-7 and I have also been a substitute teacher for a pre school by the college I attended. At...
Jessie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Dionne H.


Hyattsville, MD

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I am a former kindergarten teacher and health care professional with a Master of Public Health. I have approximately 15 years experience taking care of children (including those with special needs), and seniors. I enjoy learning new things, cooking, meeting new people and traveling. I would love to be a part of fam.
Dionne can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I don’t even know where to begin first I want to say Dionne is amazing working with kids with special needs. She is so patience, caring, understanding always go above and beyond she is the just the right person for this kind of job. She used to work at a facility I...

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Kristen M.


Derwood, MD

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter For Kids Of All Ages

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I currently work at a daycare program where I've watched kids of all ages, and organized various birthday parties! I have always loved working with kids and would love to babysit more often! I currently nanny for two kids ages 3 and 6 and take them to school every morning and pick them up. I'm a rising sophomore in University...
Kristen can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kristen was a life saver to me as I returned to work after having a baby during the lock down. Inviting someone into our home is not a task we take lightly given the coronavirus concerns. She is extremely dependable and trustworthy. She cared for my 3 month old...

Jeanne J.

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Clara N.


Rockville, MD

$21-30/hr3 yrs exp

Love To See Children Thrive!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience working with children with special needs. I love to work with all children. Within the home, I can help with Light Housekeeping, laundry, and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I can also help with homework and lessons.
Clara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Clara is warm and loving towards our children and extremely responsible. Punctual, great communication. Highly recommend. "

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Alondra V.


Silver Spring, MD

$22-50/hr3 yrs exp

High School Student Looking To Work With Kids!

I'd describe my personality as helpful, kind, empathetic I like working with kids because I have a passion in helping kids develop new skills and watching them learn new things each day! One thing you should know about me is that I am flexible and am bilingual in English and Spanish I have interned in a classroom where I...
Alondra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Alondra looked after my two boys for several months as their afterschool sitter. Alondra was extremely reliable and an excellent communicator. She was very good with my boys, and very patient with them as well. I trust Alondra and her judgment completely, and felt...

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Meredith R.


Washington, DC

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Meredith

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm an AU student but I am taking this semester off. I love arts & crafts, playing outside, reading, and playing games with kids. I have a great deal of experience. Most recently I've been working with a family with 2 little girls (ages 2 and 2 months). Before that, I nannied in a 4-child- household for about 2 years. Last...
Meredith can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She took care of my kids to the T. She did everything I asked her to do without any complaints. 10/10 would use her again."

Maan E.

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Gifty Q.


Gaithersburg, MD

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Caring

Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood

My name is Gifty, a mother of 2, I'm currently looking for a full time nanny position. Within my many years of providing childcare, I have taken early childhood education courses to equip myself with providing quality care. I'm passionate about childcare, and I have more than 10 years of experience guiding children. Over the...
Gifty can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I have used Gifty twice now to babysit my 20 month old baby girl. She is always on time and immediately begins taking care of my baby girl, even while we are still there. Gifty has helped feed our daughter and always puts her to bed on time. When we arrive home she...

Cassandra W.

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Thaiana R.


Silver Spring, MD

$18-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, Hope you're doing great today! Thanks for taking a minute to visit my profile. If you're looking for a great, honest, reliable and very lovely babysitter, you've just found. I've been working with kids of all ages in past 6 years. I also had an opportunity to take care of a special need (autism) for a year, which was...
Thaiana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Thaiana picks up our kids in the afternoons and takes them to their after school activities. She is a pleasure to work with We regularly change up drop off times and locations, which can be hectic. Thaiana makes it all run smoothly and she has developed a strong...

Jocelyn H.

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Icilma J.


Silver Spring, MD

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

I have been a child care provider for over 25 years and an elderly care provider for over 20 years. I am ambitious, punctual, honest, trustworthy, kind and very reliable. I am certified in CPR and first aid as well as hold certificates in medication technician field and experience with special needs children. I am...
Icilma can also help with: Hospice services, visiting physician, dementia, personal care, home modification
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Icilma worked in my mother's home to help her for a period of 2 1/2 to 3 years.She was an angel! At the beginning my mother needed only some supportive care with meals and walks. She cooked meals just as my mother requested and was wonderful company taking her for...

Phyllis J.

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Jesualdo F.


Silver Spring, MD

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

Your Jack Of All Trades!

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Jesualdo, and I pride myself on being a versatile and adaptable individual ready to tackle any task that comes my way. With a wide range of skills and a genuine passion for helping others, I am here to make your life a little easier and more enjoyable. Services Offered: Household Management: Expert in maintaining a...
5.0
"Aldo works for us on a as needed basis. He arrives on time and ready to begin. A likable guy who is a self starter so if I'm busy he will find something that needs doing while he waits. Aldo has helped with organization projects , assembled items , ran...

Marcia A.

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Jim P.


Rockville, MD

$10-23/hr10 yrs exp

Goal Oriented And Patient

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My first career was IT but now I work primarily with families. I enjoy exercise, cooking, tutoring, coaching, writing, and helping others. I have an MS in Management of Technologies. Vaccinated w/ first aid certs. Available for morning and eve work. Openings 6/1/2023. Experienced with children and adults (incl. autism, SIB,...
5.0
"Jim is a dedicated and loyal person. He goes above and beyond to help those in need. He likes to lighten up the room with jokes and gets along with everyone. Definitely an asset."

Jennifer G.

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Susan A.


Potomac, MD

$35-42/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced.special Needs Mom. Looking To See What I Can Learn From Your Child, As Well As What I

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Work with various levels of autism, verbal & nonverbal, behavioral, children with feeding tubes, children with emotional, mental and or physical disorders to minimal LD. Each is a child and unique and first a individual, whom wants to learn, love play and be accepted like everyone else.
5.0
"Susan is very caring and helpful. She did great with my son."

Alin C.

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Charlene O.


Rockville, MD

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Career Nanny/Teacher Of 20 Years Looking For Full-Time Job

Hi. I have 25 years of childcare experience. Childten are my passion! I just finish nannying for a family for 3 years, with 4 sweet children, 4-year-old(twins), 6 and 9(special needs). Both parents are physicians I created and implemented daily a stimulating structured schedule. Consisted of music, art, outdoor activities,...
Charlene can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My kids love to be with Charlene because she always makes sure she is fully engaged with them and attentive to their needs. She is creative and kind and my kids consider her like family. She encourages my kids to engage in activities that require them to use their...

Rachel W.

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Elizabeth V.


Kensington, MD

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter For Elderly And Children (incl. Special Needs)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had all 3 covid vaccination shots & have my records card signed & dated. I have worked with dev-disabled adults and children for over 20 years now. I've worked in DDA-certified group homes as well as provided respite care for family caregivers in private homes. I believe that developmentally-disabled people are very similar...
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Nadya A.


Olney, MD

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

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.
5.0
"Nadya is very professional, warm and engaging. Our daughter, who has special needs, really enjoys being with Nadya."

Cindy G.

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Kaitlyn K.


Washington, DC

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Child Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Kaitlyn. I have approximately 10 years of experience in child care and it is something I absolutely love to do. I have cared for newborns through 14 years old. I have been helping families with childcare since I was 10 years old, and baby-sitting on my own since I was 12. My first job was working as a full time nanny for...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"As a single mom, it can be difficult to balance kids, work, errands, and personal time. Kaitlyn is an amazing help! I regularly have her baby sit for me. She's always coming up with exciting things to do with the kids (ages 7 and 4) while I'm busy. I even have her...

Daisy H.

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Leah T.


Washington, DC

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Leah I am 18 years old and I have been babysitting for about 7 years now. Babysitting is one of my favorite things to do! I have experience with newborn babies to 9 and 10-year-olds. I am skilled in caring for all different ages and personalities of children. I am also experienced in sitting for children with special...
Leah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Our family loves Leah! She is dependable and punctual and great with active boys! She also did a great job helping with homework! "

Melody B.

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Miranti M.


Rockville, MD

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

A Loving And Multitasking Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a happy wife and mom of one sweet little daughter. I am graduated from Psychology and I have been working with children for more than 20 years, including as a nanny from toddler to 10 years old, infant babysitter, school-homework assistance, piano lesson tutor, teaching in pre-school and elementary level, working with...
Miranti can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Miranti is very caring and always look for a way to assist when needed. Someone I can trust my child with. Highly recommended!"

Doris V.

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Katie P.


Derwood, MD

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Babbysitter/nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Katie! I am 20 years old and am going to be a junior at St. Lawrence University this fall! I have been babysitting/nannying since I was about 14. I have been a pet time nanny and also long term babysitter for children ranging from infant-15 years old. While I have limited experience directly nannying children with...
5.0
"Katie cared for our 2 children, 3 and 18 months, all summer in 2021. She was always on time, polite and flexible. She prepared meals, played with them, did laundry, cleaned and our girls loved her. She also helped with potty training and discipline when asked....

Jacqueline S.

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Lourdes F.


Rockville, MD

$35-50/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Nurse from El Salvador Available to Work Part or Full Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a nurse graduate in my country of El Salvador and I have a lot of experience working as a babysitter. One year ago I worked as an aide in a school for kids with special needs in Arlington Co., VA, it was an interesting job because I had the opportunity to know more about Autism, Down syndrome, etc. Working with and...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Garrett Park, MD

Dionne H.

5.0

I don’t even know where to begin first I want to say Dionne is amazing working with kids with special needs. She is so patience, caring, understanding always go above and beyond she is the just the right person for this kind of job. She used to work at a facility I used to work for for special needs...

- Care member

Kristen M.

5.0

Kristen was a life saver to me as I returned to work after having a baby during the lock down. Inviting someone into our home is not a task we take lightly given the coronavirus concerns. She is extremely dependable and trustworthy. She cared for my 3 month old baby and 2.5 year old. Both kids...

- Jeanne J.

Clara N.

5.0

Clara was very caring and attentive to Cameron, 6, my grandson.

- Care member

Alondra V.

5.0

Alondra looked after my two boys for several months as their afterschool sitter. Alondra was extremely reliable and an excellent communicator. She was very good with my boys, and very patient with them as well. I trust Alondra and her judgment completely, and felt very fortunate to have her!

- Care member

Meredith R.

5.0

Meets all my requests and if I told her specific details she follows them kids listen to her and she comes in on short notice keeps the house clean

- Dapre S.

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