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Kaelan B.

Annapolis, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience
I have dependable transportation (a 2016 compact SUV) and lots of experience driving children. I am background checked & finger printed and CPR and AED certified! I can help with homework, meal prep, and pick up and drop off from school! I have been in childcare for 8. 5 years between nanny/sitting, working at a prek and...

Care Member says "Kaelan has been a great sitter for our boys. She is reliable and very communicative. She is playful and so much fun. Our boys love her!"

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Shakiah W.

Are You Looking For A Full Time Nanny?

Millersville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Though I am young , I have 19 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...

Brittany J. says "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...

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Shakiah W.

My Silent Princess

Millersville, MD

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
In my years of assisting with children I have been a part of many programs that include children with special needs. However, my most memorable experience would be with my silent princess who is a 7-year-old with Rett syndrome (a form of Autism). Working with her truly became my passion. It was a true journey working with her...
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Yeny P.

Special Needs Care

Upper Marlboro, MD

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am Private Duty Special Needs Caregiver from Cuba. I am newly moved from Florida and my Home Health Assistant license and permit are from that State. I have 15 years of experience with Special Needs children. I have experience also because I am the mother of two twin children and both are autistic, they have already grown up...

Uno L. says "Yeny has lots of life experiences, professional and personal. She is interested to learn more new things and is very capable and sincere person. She was very...

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Kumba K.

Upper Marlboro, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi, My name is Kumba have been working in group home / special Needs for past 10 years, I enjoy helping others and recognize this type of role requires patience and compassion as well as an ability to adapt to the continually changing needs of those I assist. I have worked with autistic children inside and outside classroom. As...

Care Member says "Kumba helped take care of my mom while she was very sick. She was wonderful, helpful and did things before you even asked her. Always so caring and went...

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Anna N.

Personal Care Attendant Looking For Full-time Work

Bowie, MD

4.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Hospice services
personal care
dementia
respite care
visiting nurse
I am a GNA, CNA, CMT I am a caregiver with 9 years experiences . . I provide care for people w with Alzheimer, Parkinson, mental disabilities, disorder, etc. l provide ADL . like, giving shower , community outing, laundry, range of motion, companion care, safety supper vision, incontinent care, encourage fluid intake, excises...

Care Member says "Anna N was great with my mother she was a very good help to her needs "

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Enriquita S.

Caring And Trustworthy Filipino

Upper Marlboro, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Home modification
live-in home care
dementia
personal care
respite care
Bringing comfort and support to seniors is my calling. With eight years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I'm dedicated to providing compassionate home health, respite, and live-in care. My background includes a college degree and hands-on experience adapting to changing routines, especially when supporting...

Care Member says "Tita is very good with S. She arrives with a bright and bubbly attitude. She is a very good worker - always tries to keep busy and keep things clean and...

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Maribeth M.

Every Person Deserves Respect And To Be Cared For

Bowie, MD

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 80 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
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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Annie-mae Y.

Special Needs Care Provider

Crofton, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hey, My name is Annie! I have experience as an EMT, an in-home care provider for a patient with special needs and with senior care at a center. I have fallen in love with the work and love to help some one be as independent as possible or help families manage their care! I am a CNA, GNA, EMT, and am certified in First Aide and...

Jimmy L. says "Annie has been and is a great caregiver to me. She is eager to learn whatever you have to teach and offers problem solving when you need it. She has an...

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Bobbie O.

Annapolis, MD

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
Hi! My name is Bobbie or BJ for short. I am the mommy of 2 beautiful kids, 6 and 8. I grew up with 2 special needs foster sisters, who as I grew older assisted with taking care of. Before having my kiddos, I owned an in home childcare and early childhood education facility, which I absolutely loved. I can help with...
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Yeny P.

Child Care

Upper Marlboro, MD

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
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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Olaide A.

Bowie, MD

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
9 years experience
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.

Oluwatoyin A. says "Olaide is reliable, dependable and trustworthy"

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Bobbie O.

I Have A Passion For Children With Special Needs!

Annapolis, MD

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I Have A Passion For Children With Special Needs! I am the mommy of 2 beautiful kids, 8 and 10. I grew up with 2 special needs foster sisters, who as I grew older assisted with taking care of. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Dressing Assistance. I am patient and always willing to learn new things if you are...
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Betzabeth P.

Caring, Flexible And Responsible Caregiver Available

Upper Marlboro, MD

3.7(1)
from
$18/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a caring, responsible, reliable, honest, trustworthy, patient, compassionate, flexible, and easygoing person. I do have 18 years of experience working with newborns, infants, toddlers, and children with special needs... I enjoy it!.. because they're a gift from God. I do like teaching, helping them develop their growth, and...

Lilly H. says "Beth is extremely knowledgeable, caring and dependable. My 7 month old daughter absolutely adores her soothing lullabies. I trust Beth and absolutely glad...

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Maribeth M.

Part Time/Full Time Works On Me

Bowie, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
My name is Maribeth, I am an Asian, dual citizenship. I just finished my CNA/CMT and I have CPR/First aide/Food handling certificate. My criminal and driving background (even FBI and state) are clear. PPD is also updated. I am looking for PRN, as needed, part time job in Care.com for Child, Senior, and even housekeeping (at...

Matthew R. says "We hired Maribeth to provide some companionship and some care help with my 80 year old mother. My mother was in a fragile mental state having recently...

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Morgan N.

Full Time Nanny, Part Time Babysitter, Date Night Sitter, I'll Meet Whatever Your Needs Are!

Millersville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Working mom who's looking for nannying/daycare jobs so I can quit my overnight 12 shift job for a better work/life balance. I have two boys, a 7-year-old and a nearly 4-year-old so I am quite experienced in caring for multiple rambunctious kids. I have two years of nannying experience. I nannied kids from age 3 months-5 years. I...

Care Member says "Morgan is an amazing nanny! She is always up to date on child safety and what's normal for all stages of childcare. She helped me be a better mom to my...

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Kelley M.

Kelley M

Upper Marlboro, MD

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I have 20 plus years experience as a caregiver. Primarily with special needs. I'm flexible and reliable. I have great references. I look forward to talking with you
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Grace C.

Mature And Experienced Sitter For Special Needs

Arnold, MD

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Grace and I have had experience with watching and taking care of special needs children for 3 years, I am very passionate about working with them. I was in the group at my high school
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Chloe G.

Caring And Energetic Nanny With Experience In Special Needs, Babysitting, And Childcare

Arnold, MD

from
$20/hr
15 years experience
I Grew up in a daycare, special-needs experience, babysat & dogsat; can clean, cook & travel. I'd describe my personality as Bubbly, organized, and helpful! I love working with children because I enjoy inspiring their growth, learning, and curiosity in a fun and supportive environment. I'm looking for a job that where I can...
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Jeannalyn A.

Bowie, MD

from
$20/hr
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Professional, cheerful, hardworking, respectful and compassionate private service personnel with a can-do attitude and willingness to help at all times. I have more than 10 years of experience in taking care of children, elders and special needs .
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of March 2026

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Shady Side, MD

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

Kaelan B.

Kaelan has been a great sitter for our boys. She is reliable and very communicative. She is playful and so much fun. Our boys love her!

- Care member

Shakiah W.

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...

- Brittany J.

Yeny P.

Yeny has lots of life experiences, professional and personal. She is interested to learn more new things and is very capable and sincere...

- Uno L.

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