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Rosa A.

Sweet and Responsible Caregiver

La Plata, MD

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I been working for the past 22 years with elderly people and individuals who have different kinds of disabilities. I have a gift for this area because I know 100 percent sure that I can make the difference in their life. I am patient, responsible, reliable and compassionate. I believe these qualities are fundamental keys to...

Simone F. says "Rosa worked for me for 2 1/2 years taking care of my grandmother during overnight shifts (I had originally hired her after finding her here on Care.com)....

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La Plata, MD

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I ran an in home child care facility for nearly 20 years. I am now a high school math teacher and have worked with children with many different needs. I am also a mom of 7.
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La Plata, MD

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I currently care for an adult with disabilities. I am a Certified Medication Technician and can administer medications. I am CPR certified, as well as first aid. I find joy every day in what I do for a living. It's very rewarding to see the world through someone else's eyes. I have two children of my own. I provided at...
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Waldorf, MD

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$19/hr
10 years experience
I'm very hands on, caring, patient and strive to improve the quality of life. I've been in the field for 20 + years and I'm still very passionate about what I do. Current availability is Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8a-5p.
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Outgoing And Energetic Babysitter

Waldorf, MD

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I'm a certified infant/toddler teacher in MD. I just relocated here from McLean, VA almost a year ago. I have been in child care for about 5 years now. I have 3 years experience working with infants and toddlers in a child care center, 2 years as a nanny, and 1 year working with special needs children and adults. I have...
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15+ Years Experience With D/D Adult And Special Needs Children!

Waldorf, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with D/D adults in day treatment programs and group homes in a 1:1 and 1:3 setting. I have also worked in schools with special needs children of all ages and grades.
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Ready To Work!

Waldorf, MD

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I've been in a health care for 4 yrs now. I am also a caregiver for elderly and nanny for kids. I'm Filipino 30 years of Age. I can be trusted and hard worker. :)
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Loving And Nurting Caregiver

Waldorf, MD

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Sila . I have 3 years of experience working with special needs and mental health issues. I've worked at Alternative Paths Training School with special needs kids and adults ages 8-21 years old. I have also worked in a residential setting Healthcare for adults who struggle with mental health ages 18-65 years old. I...
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Fun, Loving And Passionate About Children

Waldorf, MD

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am an experienced Licensed and Credentialed Childcare provider in the state of MD. I love children. I specialize with assisting children with special needs. I am available to support your families needs.
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White Plains, MD

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I've worked with all different types of children! They are all different in their own way. I have various backgrounds working with special needs kids! I always treat them with respect and like they are normal just like everyone else!
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Charlotte Hall, MD

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$16/hr
Compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with experience providing high-quality personal care in home healthcare settings. Skilled in assisting clients with daily living activities including mobility support, bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication reminders, and dementia care. Experienced in accompanying...
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Waldorf, MD

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$16/hr
Social situations become increasingly difficult for people with dementia as they forget names, recently discussed topics and even words or the meaning of particular words. Memory problems may mean that the person with dementia typically requires a great deal of prompting and reassurance. but in all am so happy to have being able...
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Waldorf, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My employment with The Center for Mental Health "Early Intervention Program", I worked as a Behavioral Specialist/Case Manager; with children with social and emotional issues. I worked for Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI, INC.)working with middle to HS students with autism and learning disabilities. I am passionate...
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Perfect Aide

White Plains, MD

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi I am Ma'Nye I have experience providing care to infants, kids, adults as well as seniors. Also, end of life care. This has shaped me into a Responsible caregiver who shows a high level of compassion to the patients and their families.
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Caregiver

Waldorf, MD

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Genesis . and I have a passion for working with children. With experience as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and a background in child development, I bring patience, creativity, and a nurturing approach to every child I care for. I have worked with kids of all ages, including those with special needs,...
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Daycare Professional

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Versatile bilingual daycare teacher/speech therapist for children with special needs with B. S degree in psychology and over 6 years of professional experience. Compassionate to children and well-equipped with adequate training and practical communication skills.

Jane C. says "Absolutely fantastic caregiver! We are so lucky to have Hanan to care for our 6 month old daughter. She is so loving, professional, and experienced....

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Full Time Care Giver

Fort Washington, MD

5.0(0)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Caring!! Dependable!! Professional! Experience-25 years Facilities where I have worked- hospitals , maternity wards-daycare , military bases-mental wards for children-private homes Certificates, cna, CPR, first aid Specialize in , sleep training , infant Care, special needs, Down syndrome, autism Offering , infant -3 years...
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Looking For A Nanny For Your Children? I Am Here To Help You. Please Contact Me.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
18 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello everyone, have many years of experience with children, I had my own child care for 10 years then I moved to a new great experience working with special needs children which I worked for 4 years. Av July 1 I'd describe my personality as responsible person, that like to be on time at work every day also complete with tasks...

Care Member says "Doris is like family to us now. She worked as my daughter's in-home nanny from the time that L. was 4mos to 2yrs. She was willing to commute for L....

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Experienced Nanny/Babysitter

Indian Head, MD

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi my daughter V, 5, may be with me some days. We are new county and interviewing for a new adventure partner. My rate starts at $35 an hr for 1 or $45 for two children with a minimum of $130 per visit. Schedule is very flexible; available for overnight care on occasion. Possible to set up a work from home space for...

Gloria R. says "We LOVE Katie! All the kids adore her and always want us to go out just so she can come babysit! She's amazing!"

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.00/hr as of January 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in La Plata, MD

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

Rosa A.

Rosa worked for me for 2 1/2 years taking care of my grandmother during overnight shifts (I had originally hired her after finding her here...

- Simone F.

Hanan J.

Absolutely fantastic caregiver! We are so lucky to have Hanan to care for our 6 month old daughter. She is so loving, professional, and...

- Jane C.

Doris S.

Doris is like family to us now. She worked as my daughter's in-home nanny from the time that L. was 4mos to 2yrs. She was willing to...

- Care member

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