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5.0
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I have a wide variety of interests and a major one includes child-care! I have taken care of children of all ages from new-born to 19yro's with Autism. I work very well with special needs and I am happy to take care of any age group. I can handle large groups of kids, I'm happy to work with multiples, I would love to work with...
5.0
"My son was hugging her within 5 minutes of her walking through the door. I would highly recommend Cailey for watching your children. She did a excellent job with my 2 kids. They even asked when she would be...
Reviewed by Debbie M.
Rachell W.
Catonsville, MD
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Preschool Teacher~ Experience With Special Needs And Autism.
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I am a former Baltimore County Public School System 1-on-1 aide in the Pre-k classrooms with special needs children. I find joy in figuring out how to connect with them to help them reach milestones. As a former teacher myself, I enjoy teaching children and watching them learn. I believe everything can be a learning experience...
4.9
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I am a very enthusiastic, responsible, musical and creative teacher! I am currently not available for childcare, only tutoring, piano lessons or pet sitting. I currently am in my seventh year as a full time high school Spanish teacher. I am fully fluent in Spanish, and do offer tutoring. My experience with children began when I...
5.0
"Mrs. Meriam is EXCELLENT! She took care of our daughter and taught our daughter arts, craft, math and science. Mrs. Meriam was very responsible with our daughter at all times. I highly recommend Mrs Meriam...
Reviewed by Alma A.
Alice Y.
Baltimore, MD
$14-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have worked in childcare in a daycare setting for about the last 16 yrs. I attended howard community college to receive all my childcare certifications, I am also CPR/first aid certified and have my medication administration certificate. I absolutely love working with childcare. I work for howard county public schools as a...
4.0
"Alice was a big help when we had a gap in services for our disabled child. She was kind, thoughtful and very professional in how she worked with our child."
Reviewed by Margaret M.
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January 2024
Hello,
I'm excited to care for the most wonderful child or children. As you see from my reviews and bio, I have Babysitting/Nanny/Pet Care/ &Senior Care experience. I babysat a 3-month-old summer (2017) in Baltimore. He spent his 1st few weeks after being born, in the NICU. So, it was a joy to babysit him. In 2017...
5.0
"I wasn't able to hire Lisa but I found her to be adept and responsible during our messaging and phone interview. I will keep her in mind for future jobs and recommend her to others."
Reviewed by Kimberly M.
Angelia D.
Ellicott City, MD
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Care Giver Available, I Work With Children Of All Ages
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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 floater. While working there I mainly worked with children ages 18...
5.0
"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 blast! I've had bad experiences with sitters in the past...
Reviewed by Macey V.
Karisma L.
Columbia, MD
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Karisma and I am 23 years old! I have been babysitting/taking care of children since I was 14! I am currently not looking for a full-time position because I am helping a family with before and after school care, however I am available any day of the week BETWEEN 10am-2 p.m. and weekends. This could mean date...
5.0
"Im not even sure where to start - Karisma has won my heart taking care of my son. He loves her so much, shes extremely reliable, responsible , caring and understanding person. My son has learned a lot under her...
Reviewed by Care member
Olaide A.
Glen Burnie, MD
$16-21/hr • 9 yrs exp
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I have over 8 years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities, senior care, adult and pediatric care services. I have passion for helping others. Am patient, trustworthy, caring and compassionate. I am happy doing my job.
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"Olaide is reliable, dependable and trustworthy"
Reviewed by Oluwatoyin A.
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Hi, my name is Christine.. I'm friendly, dependable and a humorous caregiver with over 30 years experience. Not shy of hard work, cleaning , love pets and assist with Activities of daily living, some lifting , safe transfers , hoyer lift experience and previously a certified med. tech. , all are common tasks for me. I started...
5.0
"Chris takes care of our mom and is absolutely wonderful. If you are in need of a caregiver for your parents or family member, you will find no one better than Chris.
She is a blessing to our family, knowing...
Reviewed by Lydia M.
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From 2013 until 2016, I worked in a childcare center in Clarksville, primarily with infants and toddlers. Before that, I worked in a Christian school in Laurel for 14 years, primarily as a kindergarten aide. I have my 90 hour certification in infant and toddler care, as well as preschool activities and curriculum, from Howard...
5.0
"Valerie is always on time and very reliable. She is good with our 3/y and 4/m old children and we have been inviting her back for the past half a year to help us with our kids."
Reviewed by Leonid B.
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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...
5.0
"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 son. Sophie is one of the sweetest, most patient...
Reviewed by Ayala K.
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Almost every job that I've held has involved working with children. I've worked with kids in many capacities. For about two years, I worked as a camp counselor with kids as young as 5 up to middle school ages. Additionally, I worked as a party host for children's birthday's and other events. For the past four years, I've been...
5.0
"she seemed great but her hours were not compatible with our needs. I was impressed with her."
Reviewed by Elsa W.
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*Vaccinated and boosted, Tdap and flu
*CPR/First Aid are expired but willing to renew*
Education:
AA in general studies
BS in psychology
Certificate in Psychological First Aid
90 Hour Infant/Toddler Child Care certificate
28 hours of Newborn Care Specialist classes
Certificates in Preventative Healthcare for the Newborn...
5.0
"We loved Dianna and my son really flourished under her care. It is nerve-wracking going back to work with your first and you want to make sure they are well cared for and loved. Dianna did all of that!! My son...
Reviewed by Kara G.
Angelena F.
Columbia, MD
$23-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Looking For Part Time Or Full Time Job
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Hello, my name is Angelena! I have recently completed a medical assisting program, and I am certified in CPR and first aid. I have cared for special needs children and have experience with all ages including newborns, toddlers, and children up to age 8. I myself am a mother to an amazing 11-year-old! I love to bake fun shaped...
Mutiat J.
Elkridge, MD
$14-19/hr • 5 yrs exp
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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.
5.0
"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 would confidently recommend her and we hope to hire...
Reviewed by Kate D.
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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...
5.0
"Finding a good professional nanny is no easy thing, so it's not surprising that when we found Erin we chose to keep her on for 6.5 years, until our youngest was in kindergarten. Erin cared for our four...
Reviewed by Care member
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Though I am young , I have 16 years of experience with children. This includes multiples, infants, children with special needs, and even preteens and Teens. When watching 4 or more children, instead of having them glued to a TV, I normally present to them different games that I have picked up over the years. But when it is one...
5.0
"She's great. My son loves her and still asks about her to this day. We keep in touch and she periodically comes to visit. Anyone who has the pleasure to work with her will be greatly pleased. "
Reviewed by Brittany J.
Rhiana K.
Odenton, MD
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have been working in child care for over 10 years. I currently am a teacher assistant working with blind/visually impaired students. I have lots of experience with children with special needs.
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Hello my name is Aminata , and I am looking to make a difference in somebodies life by giving them the love and care they need on the daily basis. I am a Certified Nursing Assistance, and have been for 13 years. I love what I do helping those in need brings joy to me. I am willing to work part time , or full time. I am Certified...
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I have always been a naturally nurturing person. In college I was a Personal Care Tech at a local assisted living. When I graduated from college as a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, I worked in a variety of settings including home health with seniors who had cancer, dementia, various mobility issues, Parkinson's, Multiple...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hanover, MD
Cailey J.
5.0
My son was hugging her within 5 minutes of her walking through the door. I would highly recommend Cailey for watching your children. She did a excellent job with my 2 kids. They even asked when she would be coming over again. Thank you for allowing my husband and I to have a date night.
- Debbie M.
Meriam D.
5.0
You won't regret it. Meriam is AMAZING!!
- Rayon W.
Alice Y.
4.0
Alice was a big help when we had a gap in services for our disabled child. She was kind, thoughtful and very professional in how she worked with our child.
- Margaret M.
Lisa O.
5.0
I wasn't able to hire Lisa but I found her to be adept and responsible during our messaging and phone interview. I will keep her in mind for future jobs and recommend her to others.
- Kimberly M.
Angelia D.
5.0
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 blast! I've had bad experiences with sitters in the past who weren't very active with my son, and I worried that he would feel neglected, but...
- Macey V.
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