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Anne C.

Night Time Caregiver And On Call Caregiver Available, Short Notice

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 10 years experience caring for adults with special needs, I have worked long term with families to help care for their loved ones, especially on autism spectrum. While this work comes with a price, it has been the most rewarding job I have ever held, It gives me instant reward seeing beautiful smiles while creating...

Julia F. says "Anne was a wonderful caregiver for my 22 year old niece who has special needs. She was kind and patient and fun and reliable. She was very flexible,...

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Sheila K.

Above Average Nanny

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
I am Sheila. A single mother of three amazing adult daughters that I have raised single handedly. I live with my two youngest daughters in NE/DC and our two wonderful pet family members. I have a degree in child development/psychology and continue to educate myself on the whole development of children. I have had the privilege...

Care Member says "Sheila worked for us for nearly 2 years from when our child was 4 months old until they started school. Sheila was absolutely fantastic and an...

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Sheiresa W.

Loving, Caring, Responsible And Reliable..

Washington, DC

5.0(0)
from
$14/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
errands
I have a Sperrys and assisting a child with special needs. I Prepared meals, ministry that medication, daily activities, schoolwork and more
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Renee W.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Hello, My name is Renee. I am 23 years old. I am an EMT with Sandy Spring Vol Fire Department (since 2013), I was also active duty Navy, Corpsman/Medic (since 2015). I have experience with special needs, persons on the spectrum, kids and the elderly. I've grown up assisting my mother who has cerebral palsy. I am here to help...
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Tabatha C.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
2 years experience
I have had the pleasure of working for a while with a young child who was hearing impaired and I really enjoyed working with him on a weekly basis. For a short time I had the pleasure of caring for an older lady who was suffering from dementia before she passed. Our days were spent with me listening to stories of her past and...

Carla E. says "Tabatha is very dependable and great with kids!"

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Cloe M.

Washington, DC

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
I have a younger brother who has down syndrome. We are 2. 5 years apart, and growing up (4 out of 5 kids) him & I were the closest. I did any and everything for him! From walks, to feeding, playing, showering, taking care of everything you can think of. He has cancer for 4 years at 5 years old, and our entire lives changed. He...
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Jemima N.

Caring And Patient

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Hi, my name is Jemima came to America in January 2010 and started working as a GNA in August of the same year. I worked in Texas, North Carolina, and finally Maryland all because my husband is a the Navy so we moving.

Peter O. says "Jemima provides a 5 star service. Goes above and beyond required basics. Provided insight into practical care situations in which most clients most...

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Zufan M.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
I became a Home Health Aide (HHA) in 2007 working first for an agency and then privately for families. In 2009 I started working privately for an elderly couple living in Northwest Washington, DC. His primary diagnosis was Dementia; hers was Alzheimer's. He died in November of 2015. She died in November of 2018. They both...

David G. says "Zufan is an outstanding and trustworthy caregiver. She helped my elderly mother get to appointments around DC. I would hire her again in a second. "

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Kimberlee G.

Part-time Caregiver

Bethesda, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have experience in many areas of caring. I have nannied for evening time parents meeting groups where I watched a range of 3-8 children all between the ages of 3-10yrs old. I have younger cousins between 1-10yrs old so I am excellent with children and babies and always treat them like they are my own. I have a natural way with...

Care Member says "Kim was timely, super responsive, and easy going. My son (3 years old) was home sick, and she came over to help play with him while he stayed home from...

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Andrea G.

Caregiver & Pet Sitter

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have experience caring for newborns up until age 13. As an aunt of three (plus), I often cared for my niece when she was a newborn and on. I have experience caring for a friends newborn, up until age 2 and also cared for two young boys, one with ASD, beginning at age 2 and 4 for five years. I have cared for another young boy...

Allie B. says "Andrea has a gentle disposition and is so patient with children. Her imagination allows her to carry on a conversation with toddlers so naturally. She...

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Fabiana D.

Babysitter

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hello families! Experienced nanny with 6 years of experience, having worked with two long-term families. I specialize in caring for babies, children up to 12 years old, and those with special needs, particularly autism. I am CPR certified and currently seeking a full-time position with a family where I can establish a...

Suelen D. says "She's super caring and kind with the children, is extremely reliable, and is always happy going her job. Fabi is a lovely and adorable person!"

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Judy C.

Hyattsville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Judy. I have been a caregiver for over a decade. I am CPR certified and have taken child development classes in college. I have worked as teacher's assistant in Montessori school for about 2 years. I will be helping your child in her/his learning as needed. I love kids and always bring out the best in them. I...

Kassandra M. says "Judy was a pleasure to have over to help with my son. Honestly, my son can be quite a handful and doesn't like new people but Judy works miracles. He...

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Catherine C.

Babysitter Experienced With Special Needs

Hyattsville, MD

4.3(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
*NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Hello! My name is Catie and I have a degree in early childhood education and special education. I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, and elementary aged children as a sitter, a full-time nanny, and a teacher. I have experience with many different kinds of pets and I have my own...

Rose Z. says "Catie helped me with babysitting and reading tutoring. We have had her babysit all of our kids several times and had her do some reading tutoring with our...

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Monica M.

Private Nurse

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a retired Registered Nurse, Physical Therapist and Massage Therapist from Scandinavia/ North Europe. I provide full range of services with Special needs, including skilled Nursing/ Rehabilitative/ Personal Care, which is top quality, highly personalized care. I have experience with most hospital ICU unit equipment use and...

Evy K. says "Monica has been my RN and Physical Therapist a long time. She has unbelievable amount of patience and uncanny knowledge how to care for a 93 years old woman...

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Gifty Q.

Friendly Care Giver

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Friendly caregiver with various certifications. I have experience in working with babies, infants children with special needs and seniors

Amber V. says "Gifty is a "Gift" sent from above. I have a 19 year old special needs son and she knew exactly how to work with him. She was very patient when he had one...

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Queeny B.

Hello! Welcome To My Profile!

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Queeny and I work with children professionally including school aged children and little ones ages 0-3. Can you guess my profession? I look at the family holistically, supporting children in their activities of daily living (feeding, toileting, etc), self regulation, fine motor, etc. I utilize a lot of crafts that are...

Joanna G. says "Queeny was always on time and willing to do what was asked of her. She is easy to be around and talk to. We felt comfortable having her in our home."

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Rhonda J.

Dignity Provided With Care!

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as extremely kind, thoughtful and focused . I like caring for seniors and people with special needs because I genuinely enjoy helping people feel comfortable and safe. I'm looking for a job that will compensate me for my knowledge and experience. I started caring for people with special needs...

Adriana C. says "Rhonda has been very reliable and is a hard worker. She is knowledgeable about special needs and has good communication skills. We are very please with...

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Marlo B.

Weeknights And Weekends

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Marlo and I am 28 years old. I have my masters degree in psychology and am in my final months of graduate school earning my doctorate (PsyD). I genuinely enjoy caring for, and teaching, kids and teens and consider myself engaged, patient, and reliable. I have a long history working with children both with and...

Elizabeth H. says "Marlo is an excellent caregiver! We currently use her for occasional date nights. Our daughter really loves her and she is great with her!"

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Paige C.

Kensington, MD

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
I am a people person! I love making someone smile but, also being able to help them through anything. I am very outgoing and responsible. After high school, I became a member of Wheaton Volunteer Rescue Squad and am currently training to become an EMT. In college, I am working towards my Bachelors in Child Life. Looking forward...
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Erika D.

Nanny/babysitter

Washington, DC

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have 10 years of experience. I've worked for many years with special needs. I've worked with all ages. I can help around the house with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I also love pets and can be extremely flexible.
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  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2025

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Anne C.

Anne was a wonderful caregiver for my 22 year old niece who has special needs. She was kind and patient and fun and reliable. She was very...

- Julia F.

Sheila K.

Sheila worked for us for nearly 2 years from when our child was 4 months old until they started school. Sheila was absolutely fantastic and...

- Care member

Tabatha C.

Tabatha is very dependable and great with kids!

- Carla E.

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