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Gemma B.

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have over 20 years experience working with children from newborn, multiples, toddlers to teens and also children with special needs. I am CPR certified and I have a degree in Education. I am also certified by the Maryland Child Care Board. I am loving, reliable, patient, nurturing, caring and energetic and I love working one...

Shana A. says "Gemma is more than I could have asked for, she is a modern day Mary Poppins! We only planned for Gemma to take care of our 20 month twins for summer 2015...

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Sethatina N.

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello, My name is Tina. I am a friendly, loving, caring, fair, playful, and firm caregiver who loves children and helping them learn and discover the world around them. I taught on the Eastern shore of Maryland for 13 years at a private school for children with special needs. I have an MS in both special education and early...

Angela M. says "We had the pleasure of working with Tina for 9 months starting when our daughter was 3 months old. The only reason we stopped employment is that we always...

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Sydney A.

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Sydney, and I've been babysitting for 3 years. I am 23 years old and a recent graduate from Howard University. I have been with 4 families long term in my last 3 years. I also have experience with special needs children. I have mainly worked with elementary aged children (4-13). I have also have some experience with...

Brandon W. says "Sydney did a wonderful job caring for our boys! She bought over games and activities for them to participate in and was on-time and very professional!...

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Anika T.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I have been working with children and adolescents for nine years from the ages of 5-21. Majority of my experience is with children with special needs. Additionally, I have experience with infants and toddlers. I am CPR, AED, and First Aid certified. I am reliable, outgoing, and very patient! I enjoying reading, stilt walking,...

Kelly M. says "Anika served as a part-time caregiver for my children. She cared for my two daughters; ages 1 and 3. I highly recommend her for future employment. She was...

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Salmata K.

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I've been a caregiver for five years, and I truly enjoy helping kids grow and develop. I'm friendly, patient, and creative, which makes it easy for me to connect with children and keep them engaged. My goal is always to create a safe, supportive environment where they feel comfortable and can thrive. I make sure parents are...

Care Member says "Great babysitting experience for our 11-month old son. Salmata was very patient and dedicated to our child. Thanks again."

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Michelline A.

Laurel, MD

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am a CNA/HHA assistant with 10+years work experience in care environment, administering medication, providing support and other quality patient care services. I think myself as caring and compassionate and I enjoy helping the elderly and people with special needs. I have worked over 10+years working with and caring for...
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Marlene A.

My Name Marlene. I Have Been CNA/HHA For Over 8+ Years.

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
meal prep
personal care
I think of myself as caring and compassionate and I enjoy helping the elderly and people with special needs. I have worked over 8+ years working with and caring for seniors, this is something that I am very passionate about. I have 8+ years of experience in CNA / HHA. I have experience in Alzheimer, dementia and total care I do...

Jeff B. says "Marlene, aka Miss Lynn, has been a consummate caregiver to my mother-in-law for about a year now. She has more than done her job, bathing, dressing and...

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Teena E.

Full-time Caregiver Available

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
personal care
My name is Teena and I have been CNA for over 20 years, I have experience in Alzhiemer, dementia and total care I do light house keeping, I am very compassionate and reliable think of myself as caring and I enjoy helping the elderly or people with special needs. I am very honest and I have a clean background and clean driving...

Alvin O. says "Excellent care taker. Truly help not just my father but the entire family in general. She is a gem and a blessing."

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Abimbola D.

Experienced Special Needs Provider Available Full Time.

Laurel, MD

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
I have worked with people with disabilities, caring for them, administering medications, changing colostomy bags, gtube feedings, mouth care, bed baths and so on.
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Kaye T.

Children Are Special People

Laurel, MD

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I've cared for special needs children with Autism. I work with them in the same way as with kids with out. I have a lot of energy and experience. But they all need love and understanding. I'm passionate about any child needing help.
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James M.

Full-time Caregiver Available

Laurel, MD

from
$12/hr
10 years experience
I am passionate about taking care of the elderly and deeply committed to treating my elderly clients with dignity and respect with an ultimate goal of winning their trust and alleviate any embarrassment or anxiety they may feel when needing assistance with bathing, toileting, grooming or other personal care. Since 2006 I have...
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Gayle W.

Babysitter, Speech Pathologist, Outdoor Girl All In One

Laurel, MD

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Babysitter, Speech Pathologist, Outdoor Girl All In One I am a licensed Speech Pathologist looking for a summer caregiver position. I am available Mon-Fri. I have experience working with children from birth to teenager and a wide range of unique learners including but not limited to autism, intellectual disabilities, cerebral...
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Hamelmal K.

Laurel, MD

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
I was working at nursing home and special kids care saport at school I like caring for people with special needs because I started caring for people with special needs when In my spare time, I like to One thing you should know about me is My skills include
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Marvalyn G.

Majjevi Enterprise LLC, Taking Care Of You

Laurel, MD

from
$17/hr
5 years experience
I have over 10 years experience taking care of persons with cognitive disabilities, paraplegic, autistic kids and adults. I also take care of the Elderly who requires assistance with activities of daily living.
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Cecile N.

Laurel, MD

1.0(0)
from
$20/hr
My name is Cecile, as an experienced and committed cna, I am excited to offer my services since I have a strong background in nursing and home health. I am very passionate about doing my part to contribute to the quality of life of patients. I am organized, calm, and patient professional. I like singing gospel songs and watching...
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Kea H.

Laurel, MD

from
$19/hr
2 years experience
I currently work with kids on the Austim spectrum as an RBT. I teach through play, listen to music with the kids, and I love to go on walks with them and play games at their level. When I have free time, I read, do bullet journaling, and listen to music. I look forward To meeting you and your child.
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Rosaline C.

Laurel, MD

from
$18/hr
Hello there, I am a professional caregiver with over 4 years of experience providing caregiver services to a individuals requiring care. I can create a friendly environment and build rapport with your relative whether in a private home or nursing home setting. Send me a message now let us discuss.
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Erika M.

Hello,

Laurel, MD

from
$25/hr
3 years experience
special needs available. I would love to help you :). .
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Abigail M.

Soecial Education Teacher

Laurel, MD

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
I am a special education teacher and my students range from emotional disturbance to low function autism and everything in between!
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Lincy L.

Laurel, MD

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Hello . My name is Lincy , I have experience caring for a child , teenager and now young adult who has autism . I've been through many stages in this young man's life so I can say I gained a lot of experience along the way .
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.38/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.5

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Laurel, MD are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Gemma B.

Gemma is more than I could have asked for, she is a modern day Mary Poppins! We only planned for Gemma to take care of our 20 month twins...

- Shana A.

Sethatina N.

We had the pleasure of working with Tina for 9 months starting when our daughter was 3 months old. The only reason we stopped employment is...

- Angela M.

Sydney A.

Sydney did a wonderful job caring for our boys! She bought over games and activities for them to participate in and was on-time and very...

- Brandon W.

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