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Love Kids

Frederick, MD

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Hello I am very good at taking care of kids and I know how to take care of children who have special needs. I have plenty of experience and my nephew has autism so I know how to care for children
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Nanny And Nurse

Frederick, MD

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$20/hr
4 years experience
As a Nurse I have a large experience with special needs. I used to work in a hospital on a ICU. As a nanny, I took care of a boy who has Asperger's Syndrome for one year! I am very professional and I love being helpful for people who really need! I love to share compassion and love with kids and families! I am sure I was born to...
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Sabillasville, MD

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hi- I'm a certified special education and ESL teacher and have a lot of experience with people of every age and ability level. I used to work as a CNA before my kids were born and had a lot of experience with the medically fragile population. As they were growing up, became certified in early childhood and had my own licensed...
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Here To Help:)

Walkersville, MD

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$14/hr
10 years experience
I have 10 years of experience. I am a special education teacher looking for some part time work after school hours and on the weekends. During the summer I am available full time! I was a special educator/behavior specialist and teacher in Maryland for 7 years. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Behavior - Applied...
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Intentional, Loving And Creative Person

Frederick, MD

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I am very patient and creative person who has approximately 20 years of experience. Therefore, I treat all children the way that I would if they were my own. I have experience with multiple children at once as well as special needs. I am always interacting with child whenever I can. I love to read books, dance, create games....
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Full-Time Nanny/Respite/Teacher Available

Walkersville, MD

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Rachelle and I am 37 years old. I enjoy spending time with my family and a good book. If the weather is nice then you can find me outside enjoying it! I began work as a private nanny back in 2006 and have worked for families in Arizona, Utah, New Mexico, Mississippi, Georgia, and Maryland. Certified respite provider...
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Mature & Experienced With A Master S In Special Education.

Frederick, MD

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Provided respite services to families of children with Autism. Provide daily care, grooming, and assist with self care for students with Autism, Down syndrome, and other mental and physical disabilities.
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Emmitsburg, MD

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$16/hr
8 years experience
I fell in love with caregiving first, when caring for my grandmother the year before she passed from Alzheimer's. Later caring for two other women before coming home with my children for COVID. I feel now God is nudging me to reach out offering care to others.
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Nanny With Education And Healthcare Experience

Frederick, MD

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I've been a professional caregiver and Nursing assistant for more than 10 yrs for typical and medical fragile kids and I have solid references from previous employers and agency in the DMV area I'm a proud US military wife, I'm a state certified nursing assistant (CNA) and I've worked for a pediatric daycare and preschool...

Care Member says "An is very sweet and wonderful with both of my children. She plays with them and keeps them active. I feel comfortable knowing she is watching my kids."

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Kaden B.

Taneytown, MD

5.0(1)
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$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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Frederick, MD

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm a very honest, reliable, and patient person with two grown sons of my own who have grown into kind, responsible men. I have about 10 years of professional experience caring for children, and I truly enjoy creating a safe and supportive environment for them. Most recently, I worked for MCPS as a school bus driver, where...

Ruhan B. says "I rarely write reviews but wanted to write one for Reina because of our amazing experience with her. My wife and I could not be happier or more grateful to...

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Frederick, MD

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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Frederick, MD

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 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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Seeking Part-Time Babysitting/Petsitting/Housekeeping Opportunities.

Hagerstown, MD

3.0(1)
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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I worked at Maryland School for the Deaf. I have experience in after-school program activities with elementary, middle school and high school students. I worked as a full-time high school girls student life counselor and left my job so that I can be home for my special needs (autism) high school son and watch him participate in...

Michael M. says "Claudine helped us in a pinch when we lost our child care for our son with special needs. She was excellent with him and very engaging. Highly...

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Hagerstown, MD

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
I have baby sat since my teen years. My most recent job was at a pre school where I worked both in the pre school and in the after school care program. I have also been a one on with special needs children.

Cheryl D. says "The best review is from my daughter A., who has known Ms. Desiree since kindergarten, she has also watched her in her home. She's a good teacher, takes...

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Frederick, MD

3.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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Hagerstown, MD

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Completed the child development program in high school while living in an in home day care. I love to teach kids and see them learn new things about the world and art! Goal for my next 3 years in life for my own little family to grow. Recently held a job with the school system and got to work with children again of all ages. I...

Manuel E. says "Very good with kids. Energetic and polite. I loved Cassandra and I will be hiring her again!"

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Littlestown, PA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have over 20 years of experience as a early education and preschool teacher and love children. In addition, I have been a nanny for years to children from birth through early elementary age. I have a Bachelors of Arts degree in Liberal Arts with an emphasis in ElEd. I obtained my 90 hour certification shortly upon graduating...

Care Member says "Kelli cared for our daughter full time from 3 months old to 16 months old and was wonderful! She was incredibly reliable, she showed up on time even in...

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Hagerstown, MD

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Amber. I've been a nanny for 17 years to infants and kids of all ages. I have a bachelors degree in Psychology and child development. I am also an artist and love doing arts and crafts with the kids. I absolutely love being a nanny! I have cared for multiple newborns and multiple toddlers simultaneously, as...

Jessica K. says "Amber cared for our two daughters from 2017-2020 (then ages 2 and 7). We knew she was "the one" as soon as her interview started. She is the most...

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Hagerstown, MD

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello families! I am Tori. I've worked with special needs children for around 4 years now. I have experience as a family sitter, and as a house cleaner so I would be more than happy to discuss your needs in the home! I love children and use a play-based approach. A lot of my work with special needs children involves play therapy...
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Andriyani P.

An is very sweet and wonderful with both of my children. She plays with them and keeps them active. I feel comfortable knowing she is...

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Kaden B.

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...

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Reina P.

I rarely write reviews but wanted to write one for Reina because of our amazing experience with her. My wife and I could not be happier or...

- Ruhan B.

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