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Taylor M.

God Bless

Woodbine, MD

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$38/hr
4 years experience
I have nannied/assisted families over the years off and on for several families, ranging from newborn to 13 years old. The largest (and last) family I have nannied for was a family of 5 lovely children (4 boys and one newborn baby girl). I have also worked as a chef in a local organic market and have experience with children...
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Emma B.

Frederick, MD

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I started working with kids when I was 12! That's when I received my first babysitting license, and I've loved it ever since. In my spare time, I like to work on studio arts projects, volunteer, and help my parents around the house. One thing you should know about me is I have experience working with special needs children and...
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Rose A.

Over 7 Years Experience Providing Care to Special Needs Clients

Frederick, MD

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$15/hr
7 years experience
I have over 7 years experience providing care and support to special needs clients. My experience includes; *Taking care of both adults and children with special needs, those on wheel chairs, and G-Tube fed clients *Assisting clients with activities of daily living including dining services, maintaining a safe and clean...
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Meredith F.

Caring And Professional Care Taker.

Frederick, MD

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$20/hr
I am a patient and kind caregiver. I have a fun and calm personality. I enjoy spending quality time and finding fun activities to do! I enjoy art, music, reading, walking, hiking, yoga, cooking, board games, cards, etc. I have a flexible schedule and I am highly punctual.
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Grace C.

Caring Sitter!

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
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$14/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I love working with kids of all ages! I have two younger siblings, so I would definitely know how to entertain them, as well as help with homework or whatever else they might need! I just recently left the United States Naval Academy in order to pursue a nursing degree, since they do not offer that there. I was in the Best...

Natasha K. says "Grace watched our 11 month old son. She did excellent she came on time and ready to play. She did our sons bedtime routine perfectly; prepared his dinner...

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Rakilah P.

A Fun And Safe Helper/sitter

Columbia, MD

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am looking for a position for summer break. I am reliable, fun, patient, and caring. I have experience with babysitting multiple children at a time, and children with special needs. I love working with children of all ages. I enjoy doing fun/educational activities such as science experiments, art projects, exploring outside,...

Alexandra B. says "Rakilah is phenomenal. Rakilah has cared for my 15 month old daughter while I worked from home. She takes my daughter on adventures to the library and...

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Bridget M.

Frederick, MD

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi- my name is Bridget. I was the eldest of a large family so I've been helping with children (and infants) almost my entire life and currently I work with children with special needs. I have a BFA from salisbury university and am very passionate about making sure kids have creative outlets!

Brad L. says "Bridget was absolutely wonderful! She's great with kids and makes food so good they'll actually eat vegetables. My son was always excited for her to watch...

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Jordan M.

West Friendship, MD

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
In 2020 I worked full time in a special needs classroom (grades kindergarten through 5th) as a teachers aide and have finished 2 1/2 years of elementary Ed bachelors degree. I have also nannied for four different families since 2020 and had my own child in 2023.

Christopher C. says "Jordan is the most awesome nanny ever. We would definitely hire her again."

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Kelsey E.

Frederick, MD

3.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Kelsey and I have a background in Behavior Therapy. I have been a Registered Behavior Technician for about 10 years working with children and teens on the autism spectrum. I've had experience as a nanny to 8 different families with children ages 10 weeks to 7 years old. I've taught in 4 different preschools and...

Lisa W. says "Kelsey has started to help us on a part-time basis, caring for our baby. She has been extremely professional from first contact. Our baby took an immediate...

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Gifty Q.

I Love Caring

Gaithersburg, MD

4.9(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 25 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Nurturing children and witnessing their growth is my passion. My decade of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, has been incredibly rewarding. I am comfortable caring for up to three children at a time. I strive to be patient, creative, and friendly, and I follow the parents' lead when enforcing...

Care Member says "Gifty has been an excellent caretaker for my daughter M, who is developmentally delayed but quite robust, cheerful and fun. Although she is 29 years...

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Faith P.

Frederick, MD

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Faith and I'm 29 years old and a mom of three (two boys and 1 girl). I've worked at Church as a child care provider and I'm currently the kids leader at my church. I've also babysat for numerous families (References are available upon request). +I do have my CPR/first aid certification. +I have experience working...

Meghan G. says "I can't say enough about Faith. She started with us when my oldest was 9 months and quickly became part of our family. My kids love her! She is very kind...

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Andrea P.

Frederick, MD

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Knowing I can positively influence a child's life is what inspired me to become a caregiver. For the past seven years, I've enjoyed providing reliable childcare for families with children aged newborn to older than 12. I am patient, creative, and friendly. I have some college experience and am comfortable caring for up to three...

Maria B. says "Andrea is punctual and dependable. My daughter really likes her"

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Rachell W.

Certified Preschool Teacher~ Experience With Special Needs And Autism.

Columbia, MD

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...
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Rachell W.

Certified Childcare Director Available To Care For Your Children

Columbia, MD

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 31 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I am a birth and post partum doula for 20+ yrs who specializes in multiples and overnight care while instilling healthy sleeping habits. I am also a 90hr certified childcare teacher and 45hr infant/toddler teacher. I have also been a state certified childcare center director. I have had 6+ years experience as a director and 7+...

Rachel J. says "Rachell has been an AMAZING help for helping my husband with before school care for my 2 kids! she is very punctual and professional and great with the...

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Olivia T.

Part-time Caregiver

Finksburg, MD

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Ever since I was little, I have actively engaged myself with those who have disabilities. I have found myself happiest when working with these children and seeing such improvement in their growth and learning! I am currently in college studying to be a special educator for elementary school students.
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Amanda L.

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Sykesville, MD

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've worked with individuals with various mental and physical disabilities for 10 years. I love caring for others. I am also CPR, first aid and med tech certified.
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Gabriela O.

Derwood, MD

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
19 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
With almost two decades of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, I am passionate about creating a nurturing and stimulating environment. Such experience has provided me with a strong foundation for understanding child development. I enjoy engaging children through outdoor activities, board games,...

Nadine T. says "I was apprehensive about hiring someone in my home for the first time, and meeting Gabby changed my whole outlook! She has a great personality, can-do...

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Katie P.

Babbysitter/nanny

Derwood, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...

Jacqueline S. says "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...

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Kaden B.

Kaden B.

Taneytown, MD

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Fueling children's growth and development is a true passion of mine as a developmental psychology student in my last year of my bachelors. My five years of babysitting experience and preschool subbing have solidified my desire to positively impact young lives. I am creative, friendly, and nurturing. I have Early Childhood...

Care Member says "Kaden was SPLENDID with our 7 year old son! He is non-verbal/autistic, so that definitely requires someone with extra skill and care! And Kaden brought...

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Victor M.

Kind & Compassionate Caregiver

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a recent graduate of a local occupational therapy assistant (OTA) program and am currently studying for the national board exam. During my 2+ years in the program, I completed fieldwork in various settings including; schools, psychosocial, assisted living, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation. With that being said, I...

Lisa E. says "Victor is absolutely outstanding! He cared for our two dogs when we were away to attend a wedding. We normally take them to a pet hotel, but our older,...

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Grace C.

Grace watched our 11 month old son. She did excellent she came on time and ready to play. She did our sons bedtime routine perfectly;...

- Natasha K.

Rakilah P.

Rakilah is phenomenal. Rakilah has cared for my 15 month old daughter while I worked from home. She takes my daughter on adventures to the...

- Alexandra B.

Bridget M.

Bridget was absolutely wonderful! She's great with kids and makes food so good they'll actually eat vegetables. My son was always excited...

- Brad L.

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