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Dionne S.

Riverdale, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I'm a woman of God first; that has a background in geriatrics, childcare, pediatrics, special needs of children, and I'm a mother/grandmother too. I love to do children's, and household shopping. Also, grocery shopping, and run reasonable errands. I cook, and baking is one of my best talents; considering I run an in- home cake...
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Dafne A.

Riverdale, MD

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I've always been passionate about working with children. I'm motivated to be a positive influence in their lives and help them grow and develop. I'm a patient, calm, creative, imaginative, friendly, and approachable caregiver with four years of experience. I'm comfortable caring for up to three children of all ages and have...
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Aissatou B.

Riverdale, MD

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Aissatou. I am from Guinea Conakry. I have been a nanny for the past 11 years. I am looking for a new job. I am willing to start immediately if needed. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have a CPR, First Aid Training Certificate, and a clean background check. I am a US citizen. I speak English and French. I...
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Sarah Grace K.

Part-time Caregiver: Flexible Hours!

Washington, DC

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting for several years and have nannied for a cumulative of three years. I have experience with all age groups, including experience with children with autism and various physical special needs. I have been responsible for cooking, clean-up, constructive play, tutoring, bed time, and more! I am willing to...
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Chela M.

Hyattsville, MD

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hi there- I'm Chéla! I studied Early Childhood Education in college, worked at a daycare for the Dept. of Justice, and also volunteered to Special Needs children under a program at Prince George's Community College called The Children's Developmental Clinic. As a professional nanny for the last 17 years (and a mother myself), I...

Victoria M. says "Chela is able to adapt to any child in her care. My kids are polar opposites and different age ranges and yet somehow she has managed to give them equal...

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Anika T.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
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$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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Fatima A.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weekdays And Weekends

Hyattsville, MD

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
- I am a US citizen with a US passport. Global Entry/TSA precheck approved. Travel ready. - I have been a professional full-time nanny for almost five years however I have been in the childcare industry since 2017. I have also worked in a daycare, did substitute teaching, and plenty of babysitting/travel gigs not included in my...

Shelagh B. says "Fatima enjoys working with kids of all ages. My kids are now too old to need a babysitter but she came to my daughter's birthday party because she has...

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Fabiana D.

Babysitter

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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. Committed to building long-term relationships with families, providing consistent and reliable care. Hope we...

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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Catherine C.

Babysitter Experienced With Special Needs

Hyattsville, MD

4.3(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
*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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Alandrea H.

Experienced Sitter Read To Help

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Alandrea I'm currently a master student at George Washington University studying for my Masters of Public Health in Maternal and Child Health. I hope to continue my studies and become a physician one day. I have experience working with all kinds of kids as a pediatric patient care tech at Childrens national...

Raabia W. says "Alandrea was a wonderful caregiver. She was reliable, polite and friendly. My child was feeling sick and fussy that day, but she was very patient and...

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Lea B.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
20+ years of nanny experience . I've found immense joy in nurturing children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. My positive experiences in previous babysitting / nanny roles motivated me to make a positive impact on children's lives. I love supporting families and providing reliable childcare options. I'm patient, calm,...

Mary C. says "Lea is great at looking after kids with little instruction. She is great at keeping them busy with fun activities and having play dates with other kids. She...

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Gemma B.

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Perla L.

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, I'm Perla. With 12 years of experience in child care, I've worked as an au pair in France, Switzerland, and Canada, caring for children from various families. I have experience caring for special needs children and am known for being professional, proactive, and adaptable to each family's unique needs. I speak Spanish,...

Jill S. says "I can't say enough about Perla. She is truly a gem. She is smart, reliable, dependable, communicative, and goes above and beyond. I am a new working mama...

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Taylor C.

Flexible And Dedicated Caretaker

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am looking for full-time and part-time work. I love working with children and have many years of experience doing it. I have experience with all ages and special needs children. I have a sibling on the autism spectrum so I know the ins and outs of that field. I look forward to working with you!

Amy L. says "Taylor has taken care of our two-year-old son 35 hours per week for the past 9 weeks, and I am so sad we are losing her as nanny for her senior year of...

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Maribeth M.

Every Person Deserves Respect And To Be Cared For

Bowie, MD

4.9(1)
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$25/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 80 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Congratulations! You are looking and reading a profile of someone who is an all around experienced woman,(nanny, babysitter, housekeeper - light housekeeping only, and caregiver too) also experienced on special needs, G-tube, insulin injection, ileostomy bag change I am a CNA, CMT, CPR and First Aid certified. I f your worried...

Laura R. says "She was excellent with our kids. Kept in constant contact with us and really made us feel at ease!"

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Yesenia R.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, I am an experienced nanny I have taken care of children from ages newborn to 13 years old. I have completed early childhood classes 1 and 2, I learned about child development and milestones in children ages 0 to preschool years. I assisted and observed children in several classrooms, these classrooms included: infants,...

Andre A. says "Yesenia is a very great nanny! She was very gentle with my son and kept me updated via pictures throughout the day. She also took my son for a walk in the...

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Yeny P.

Child Care

Upper Marlboro, MD

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
I am a primary school graduate teacher for 10 years. I studied and worked in my home country of Cuba. I have also 15 years of experience working with special needs children. I love children and working with them gives me great pleasure. I am mother of 3 grown children and 2 from them are twins, which both are autistic and with...

Mahamat K. says "She is very patient, dedicated to learn and she has a fantastic personality. She is very good with elderly and children as well. I would highly...

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Shella N.

Bowie, MD

5.0(1)
from
$52/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I am a fun nanny with over 6years experience in childcare. I have worked in both day cares and also provided services at home for several families. I have experience working with newborns, toddlers and older kids. I am also a licensed Home Health Aid , willing and able to provide care for children with special needs. should you...

Krystal-rose P. says "My son instantly felt comfortable with Shella; she's got a great, warm and friendly personality. She was extremely flexible with the last minute...

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Iman D.

Meet Iman - Your Family's Next Heart-Centered Caregiver

Washington, DC

4.2(1)
from
$28/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm Iman, a dedicated and nurturing childcare professional with over 10 years of hands-on experience supporting children and families with care, patience, and love. My approach to caregiving is rooted in compassion, intention, and respect for each child's unique rhythm and spirit. From cuddly newborns to curious toddlers...

Care Member says "Iman began working with us in October of 2021 a month after giving birth to my second daughter. I was new to the whole nanny thing, but my husband, and...

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Ashai N.

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Washington, DC

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
I have experience babysitting, more specifically kids that are special needs. I'd describe my personality as energetic, bold, passionate. I like working with kids because I get to teach them really cool things and help them learn at each milestone. I'm looking for a job that can allow me to gain more experience and to add on...

Andria A. says "I hired Ashai to tend to my 2 1/2 autistic son until he turned the age of four years old. Ashai was really dependable and flexible during her time with...

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  • The average post rate is $17.33/hr as of December 2025

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Riverdale, MD are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Chela M.

Chela is able to adapt to any child in her care. My kids are polar opposites and different age ranges and yet somehow she has managed to...

- Victoria M.

Anika T.

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...

- Kelly M.

Fatima A.

Fatima enjoys working with kids of all ages. My kids are now too old to need a babysitter but she came to my daughter's birthday party...

- Shelagh B.

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