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Raven W. - Seeking Work in La Plata

Nanny Raven

La Plata, MD
$25/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

I am originally from New Mexico but moved to Oklahoma in the fall of 2022 then moved to Maryland beginning of May 2025 due to my Fiancé being military. I am very social and love hanging out with friends. I love being outdoors especially in the summer

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Abigail S. - Seeking Work in La Plata

Nanny Abigail

La Plata, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

hello I am Abigail but you can call me abbey I'm a fun, loving and caring, babysitter that likes to read, cook , bake, and do arts in crafts i am a vary kind and patient person who is ready to work

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

Recent reference

"Abigail help take care of her cousin Arielle for months while I worked 5 hr shifts during the week. She's reliable, sweet, trustworthy and very passionate at heart. Abigail will go out of her way to deliver your needs. She's the best!"
- Murielle
Maria O. - Seeking Work in La Plata

Nanny Maria

La Plata, MD
$20/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My Name is Maria ONeal, I’m married for 39 years, with 2 children and grandchildren. I’ve been working in customer service/Sales for 19 years. I am easy going, friendly and detailed oriented. I am retired, but looking for part time job, since my husband is still working for government.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Daija F. - Seeking Work in La Plata

Nanny Daija

La Plata, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Daija Fitchett. I am 21 years old and I attend Notre Dame of Maryland University. I am a junior and an Early Education Major. I play basketball for my school and I am in the SGA. I have worked with children from Pre-k ages and above in the classroom. I've taught lessons and life skills. I am a neat freak! I actually love to clean to house cleaning will come with the nannying for sure. I follow directions very well and always look to make myself better.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Elizabeth W. - Seeking Work in La Plata

Nanny Elizabeth

La Plata, MD
$25/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I am the second oldest of eight children, and have been babysitting and caring for special needs children for over 15 years

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Ciara Q. - Seeking Work in La Plata

Nanny Ciara

La Plata, MD
$22/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Ciara! Lovely to meet you! I have over a year experience with babies as young as 2 months old and kids as old as 12 years old. I am CPR and first aid certified with my own transportation and license! I am a very approachable, bubbly, and patient person😊I would love to be able to experience watching your babies grow with you! I can’t wait to meet you and your mini’s🥰

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Tyneisha L. - Seeking Work in La Plata

Nanny Tyneisha

La Plata, MD
$18/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hello I'm 32 yrs old a mother of 6 very loving and caring children of my own. I Love working with kids and adults.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Carly T. - Seeking Work in La Plata

Nanny Carly

La Plata, MD
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello I am Carly Trevathan! I am nursing student at Mount Aloysius College and looking for work while I am home for winter break, spring break, and then a summer I would be willing to work full time!! I love kids and have even thought about becoming a teacher! I love pets too so no pet will be a problem but maybe snakessss but I could get use to those.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Megan B. - Seeking Work in La Plata

Nanny Megan

La Plata, MD
$18/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I am 19 years old and I have been taking care of children since I was about 5 years old, starting out as helping my mom out and over the years slowly taking on the role of watching them while she did other tasks. I always maintain a watchful eye and keep them engaged in age appropriate activities like crafts or games.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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How to Hire Special Needs Child Care in La Plata,MD

First, you should understand your requirements and preferences for this position and create your special needs nanny job. Then, as you find candidates that you like, you can message them to learn more about them. After you found the right candidate, you can take advantage of Nanny Lane’s services, including background checks, PLUS, and nanny payroll.

Common Responsibilities of Special Needs Child Care in La Plata,MD

The roles and responsibilities of a nanny caring for a child with special needs vary from position to position. Special needs nannies have diverse experiences with different needs and abilities. If your child has a consistent schedule or meals that they like to eat, your nanny’s responsibilities can include pick up/drop-off, meal preparation, and any other tasks needed to ensure the children’s well-being. It is essential to take these factors into account when determining how much you should pay a special needs nanny.

Interview Questions for Special Needs Child Care in La Plata,MD

As you start to find your favorite candidates for your special needs nanny position, invite them to a nanny interview. Here’s a list of some nanny interview questions to consider asking:

  • What's your experience caring for children with special needs?
  • How comfortable are you with following a routine?
  • Have you taken any special training?
  • Have you ever had an emergency or difficult situation while caring for a child with special needs?

At the end of the interview, if you’d like to move forward with the candidate, you can ask for references to learn more about their experiences.

Contracts for Special Needs Child Care in La Plata,MD

Once you have the right candidate for your special needs nanny job, you should present the candidate a job offer. This stage is an opportunity to foster open communication before they start or a situation arises. After presenting your job offer, facilitate a discussion between your family and your special needs nanny to clarify any confusion. Once you have found an agreement with your special needs nanny, you can document this in a contract.

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