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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Towson, MD
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Towson, MD
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Hi there, for the past five years, I have had the privilege of working with children newborn to young teens in various settings.
I have previously worked as a newborn/infant assistant teacher on and off, as well as with special needs children in a home care setting as well as a medical daycare. With this, I have familiarity...
5.0
"Lauren was wonderful with our fussy infant - Kind and patient. We enjoyed meeting her and would hire her again!"
Reviewed by Angela J.
Michele B.
Lutherville Timonium, MD
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a licensed nurse of 34years I enjoy working with the elderly . If your loved one needs assistance with medical visits , medication management , socialization , companionship and Activites of daily living please give me a call I have great references .
5.0
"Caring, compassionate, intelligent, reliable, and excellent communication skills. Michelle cared for my 96 year old father during the last year of his life. I idolized my father and I still miss him every day....
Reviewed by John F.
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Hi everyone!
I'm available for weekend and overnight care Wednesday- Saturday. I have worked with kids from diverse backgrounds and walks of life for more than 10 years, including military families, families with children who are at danger, and families with special needs children. I have references that attest to my...
5.0
"Whenever I work with Christina, she always makes sure that the kids are happy and cared for. They're always happy to see her and she always make sure that they have an excellent time when she's in charge! She...
Reviewed by Ethab S.
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Hi. I'm Ms. Helen and I'm a mother and an experienced nanny. I offer over 15 years of experience caring for children from birth ( including premature infants) to adolescence. I have experience with special needs children (those with epilepsy, autism, pace makers, and cerebral palsy). My caretaker philosophy is to provide...
5.0
"Ms Helen worked with my girls (2 & 5) for one year. She was very reliable, dependable, and caring. She was very flexible with my changing nursing schedule. She helped the girls with meals, games, getting on the...
Reviewed by Krystal K.
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Hello! My name is Dorian. I recently graduated from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, with my Masters in Social Work. I am a licensed LGSW, and currently working full-time at a hospital in Baltimore. I have been a part-time caregiver for one boy and one girl for seven years. I was with them from the ages of 7 and 3 until...
5.0
"Dorian worked for us over the summer to pick our son up from camp and watch him/do activities with him until we returned home. My son loved his time with her and she was extremely reliable and easy to...
Reviewed by Omar B.
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I have been working with the elderly since I was 16 years old. I have been providing caring since I was 19 years old. I am certified by the state of Maryland as a CNA and GNA I have been certified for 10 years now. I am also CPR and first aid certified. I am certified by the DDA to work with mentally disabled. I have worked with...
5.0
"Sharmaine did a great job caring for my son. She is very dependable and professional. Would highly recommend."
Reviewed by Patricia B.
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Child care. Also I am currently only accepting clients with children who have special needs or disabilities requiring assistance. Please feel free to look at my profile for any specific information regarding my experience.
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"Josh is AMAZING, both as a caregiver and as a human. He is warm, funny, kind, and self-motivated. He has spent time reading up on my son's condition in his own time as well to better understand his needs and...
Reviewed by Emily H.
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Hi! I'm Melody. I love working with kids, and am happy to help where I can! I have 7 years of experience in child care. I'm a registered behavior therapist, I am certified to work with special needs children, and also am a certified nursing assistant. I also work part time as a psychiatric counselor for children! Looking forward...
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"Melody watched our infant son for us in our home for 4 months in the Winter of 2022. She helped us navigate a difficult period (personal injury and heightened COVID risk) with professionalism and patience. Her...
Reviewed by Shira H.
Tina A.
Baltimore, MD
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have my CPR/first aide and AED certifications.
Along for caring for your child(ren), I can assist in household duties. Such as cooking and cleaning.
I have experience with children and seniors.
Alice Y.
Baltimore, MD
$14-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have worked in childcare in a daycare setting for about the last 16 yrs. I attended howard community college to receive all my childcare certifications, I am also CPR/first aid certified and have my medication administration certificate. I absolutely love working with childcare. I work for howard county public schools as a...
4.0
"Alice was a big help when we had a gap in services for our disabled child. She was kind, thoughtful and very professional in how she worked with our child."
Reviewed by Margaret M.
Madison G.
Lutherville Timonium, MD
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I have 4 younger siblings that my family adopted, ages 3-7, and a 15-year-old biological sister. My family has fostered a variety of special needs children. I have worked two summers at a kids camp as a counselor, this past summer I was in Hong Kong teaching students 11-14 years old. I took a Children's Ministry course in...
5.0
"She relates well to children and my kids enjoyed being around her!"
Reviewed by Brandie D.
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Patient-Focused, Compassionate, CPR-Certified and Ambitious Highly Motivated Certified Nursing Assistant with 12 years of work experience in healthcare field.
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I began my Nanny career right after high school 22 years ago. My experience working with multiple families has been extremely rewarding, I could not imagine being in any other line of work. I have cared for children of all ages from newborns-teenagers, multiples, special needs and those with dietary restrictions. The experience...
5.0
"Andrea cared for our son for over a year when he was 1-2 years old. She is incredibly reliable, conscientious and an overall wonderful person and nanny. Andrea is patient and understands toddler's needs to the...
Reviewed by Lynlee B.
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Hi! My name is Desmyn. I graduated from UNC Wilmington with bachelor's degrees in Psychology and Spanish. I am currently earning my MSW from the University of Maryland Baltimore. I'm looking for a part-time, summer position to begin in late April or early May! I have provided for multiple families over the past years, with...
5.0
"Desmyn is great with our infant. She's our part-time nanny. He lights up when he sees her. She's so gentle and sweet with him and is so patient. Desmyn is reliable and willing to stay late at a moment's notice....
Reviewed by Lauren G.
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I'm 47 years old, Residential Counselor and I have been working with Arc of Howard County since March, 1999, I work with client with all sort of special needs. I am dedicated to my work, reliable, on time, available and shard working. I have CMT license as well as CPR and First Aid. I'm also trained in behavior.
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"Pili is an excellent caregiver. She is knowledgeable, responsible, caring and a wonderful cook. She took care of my husband who was very ill with a neuro degenerative disease that he eventually passed from...
Reviewed by beverly G.
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Hello. I have many years babysitting and caring for children, including working at a daycare and driving school bus -- as well as being a bus monitor for a child with special needs.
I have also worked with elderly, with many background clearances.
Other skills include communications, planning, deadlines, organizing, etc. due...
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"We interviewed Felicia for a position that included both senior care and errands, as well as childcare. Not only did she promptly respond to all communications, but she was quickly able to come out for an...
Reviewed by Nicole J.
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I am a 24-year-old part/full time babysitter. I am willing to travel within a 20 minute range for jobs if necessary. I am currently working as a Kindergarten teacher in Baltimore county. I earned a degree in early childhood education, and a minor in disability studies from the University of Delaware. I will be out of work for...
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"My girls love her! She helped us out tremendously when she was home from college with babysitting and picking the girls up from school and taking them to practice. She is very dependable and responsible. She...
Reviewed by Karen B.
Miniya J.
Baltimore, MD
$20-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hello, all! I am a junior in college. Being a nanny is the main way I pay for school so with hiring me, you are also helping me to accomplish my dreams and goals while getting quality care in the process. I am friendly, fun, compassionate, trustworthy, and patient. I love children. I have 3 younger siblings of my own who I have...
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"We love working with Miniya! She is wonderful with our 2 young kids. She loves to play games with them, read with them, and take them to the playground when school is closed. She's our go-to sitter for nights...
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I have 26+ years of experience raising my 3 children as a SAHM, family manager and homemaker. I home-schooled my kids for 10+ years, before they attended conventional schools. They all graduated with honors.
Two of my children have high-functioning autism and other neuro-atypicalities. I'm well-versed in all things...
5.0
"Shawn is extremely thorough, thoughtful and conscientious. She is responsible, knowledgeable about working with children with special needs, practical and dependable. Shawn is also trustworthy and reliable....
Reviewed by Lori W.
Paige S.
Baltimore, MD
$16-26/hr
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I have worked with children and adults in mental health. I have experience and a background with my minor in Applied Behavior Analysis working with children with developmental disabilities. I am comfortable with all developmental levels and ages!
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Towson, MD
Lauren H.
5.0
Lauren was wonderful with our fussy infant - Kind and patient. We enjoyed meeting her and would hire her again!
- Angela J.
Michele B.
5.0
Caring, compassionate, intelligent, reliable, and excellent communication skills. Michelle cared for my 96 year old father during the last year of his life. I idolized my father and I still miss him every day. I have no doubt that she not only kept him company, but made him comfortable and eased...
- John F.
Christina W.
5.0
She is fantastic with my kids. We hired Christina to watch my two small children overnight, and it feels good mentally to go to work with a clear head.
- Care member
Helen H.
5.0
In our phone interview, Helen was very sweet and knowledgeable, and her experience caring for people with disabilities made her stand out as able to adapt to someone's needs. We ended up having a change in circumstances and did not hire a nanny at all, but Helen was easily into the next round.
- Kate F.
Dorian L.
5.0
Dorian worked for us over the summer to pick our son up from camp and watch him/do activities with him until we returned home. My son loved his time with her and she was extremely reliable and easy to communicate with. Would definitely hire her again.
- Omar B.
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Ratings for Towson, MD special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Towson, MD are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 39 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.