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421 special needs caregivers are listed in Houston, TX
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Houston, TX
5.0
(1)
I was special needs therapeutic foster parent for 17 years with lots of training in this area. I had these children in my home 24/7 and had input/training from doctors, therapists, OT, pt, school, etc. I also have home-schooled my children and helped out with my grandchildren, one that is in a wheelchair. I have also have...
5.0
(1)
I am interested in this position as it relates to my experience, knowledge in Home Health Care Industry and my passion with helping people maintain an active life in their home. I am a Home Health Aide with over 20 yrs of experience. I have worked with wonderful clients ranging from Companionship, Cancer, Dementia, and...
4.8
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a Caring Applied Behavior Analysis Specialist dedicated to autism care. Credentialed with a Master's Degree in Psychology (Specialization In Applied Behavior Analysis- AUTISM) and related experience in working with children who have mental disabilities. Currently getting supervision hours to become a Board Certified Behavior...
5.0
"Maghan was fantastic, our kids and dogs fell in love with her immediately (and that's not common for us)!!! She arrived a couple mins early (awesome to get a punctual jump on date night) and stayed alert even though we had a pretty late evening. Kind, friendly, and...
Ashley C.
Lugene R.
Houston, TX
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Conscientious And Attentive Caregiver For Special Needs Child, Teen, Or Adult.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My background is in teaching school for over 15 years, all ages and subjects, mostly English, ESL, Music, Speech, and Drama. Since then I have been a writer for 17 years. I am certified in Special Education and have worked with teens lin foster care living in a group home. My interest is in Autism. I have been learning about it...
5.0
"Our family would highly recommend Lugene. Aside from being exceptionally nice and caring, she is very reliable and dependable. She cares a lot about doing a great job. She took really good care of our special needs adult son who has seizure disorder and multiple...
Jane B.
Spring L.
Houston, TX
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
A Mature And Loving Nanny/caretaker With Experience In Special Needs Children And Elderly Adults.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Spring. I am a part-time photographer and full-time caregiver, devoted to my very large family, and fun-loving pets. With children, I've extensive experience with Autism and Down's syndrome. My skills range from emotional/physical/cognitive issues, bowel and bladder incontinence, bathing and dressing, tube...
5.0
"Spring was an absolute gift to my family at a critical transition point in our lives. My son is on the autism spectrum and exhibits a number of behaviors which come and go (some more extreme than others) and Spring handled him with grace, poise, compassion,...
Josephine F.
5.0
(1)
I am 10+ years experience with Autism and have excellent references from previous families. I assist with behavior, potty training, feeding, and gain dependent skills.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Vickie! I love helping. My experience allowed me to work with families with diverse backgrounds and their needs, engaging their everyday life. I provides direct care to special needs/mentally challenged patients, teens, young adult, and seniors care. I assist clients/patients with their everyday daily living...
5.0
"So happy we net Vickie through Care.com. She has helped me out so much over the past year and has become a part of our family."
Jan C.
Brianne M.
Houston, TX
$15-26/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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Arame W.
Houston, TX
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello my name Is Arame, 28 years
I'm now seeking work as a caregiver to broaden my experience and flexibility, and care . com offers just the opportunity I'm looking for like nanny, senior care and Special needs.
With my experience as personal care assistant , I'm certain I have the skills to
immediately become a valuable...
5.0
"Arame is great caregiver and have experience with special needs children. Also she is very compassionate and love her job. She's on the medical field have many certifications. She is loving kids and like to take care. I recommend to take her she is very nice and...
Miaya F.
Brenda W.
Houston, TX
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Brenda, and I am a highly experienced caregiver with over 10 years of experience working with individuals of all ages with a wide range of diagnoses that are described in my profile. I am committed to providing compassionate care and support for individuals and families, and I am experienced in a range of tasks...
5.0
"Brenda is very kind, gentle, thoughtful, and attentive. She was great with our daughter who is struggling with some post covid mental health issues. REALLY appreciated her help and knowledge!"
Shanaya A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a graduate student pursuing my masters in social work with a focus in mental and behavioral health.
I have worked with folks with a variety of disabilities from autism to epilepsy to spinal cord injury. I am a fast learner with a passion for helping families with disabilities.
5.0
"I hired Kaitlyn to care for my special needs son who is diagnosed with autism. He can be very difficult at times because of his meltdowns and challenging behaviors. Especially with a new caregiver. After the first day I knew Kaitlyn was more than capable of...
Michael C.
5.0
(1)
I have good experience with special needs. I love the work and I am very passionate with it. I have worked with autism, mental retardation, bipolar disorder, mood disorder, sleep disorder, pica disorder, ADHD and many others. Since I have good experience with different kinds of illness, I feel passionate about what I do. I love...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with special needs for 7 years. I have worked with babies, youth and adults. I love helping families. I am dependent, flexible, patient, trustworthy, honest, motivated, kind, lovable, and hardworking. I enjoy doing craft, play with toys any kinds, play at the park, in the back yard, I love music, enjoy...
5.0
"Neema worked as a nanny for my special needs child for 3 years and we love her! Always punctual, respectful, considerate and just a joy to have in our home. She is full of love and took care of my special child as well as my other children as if they were her own....
Nadiya S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a certified Educator in English Language Arts and Reading, Special Education and ESL. I have 4 grown children. I miss caring for them! I also know the need to feel comfortable as a parent.
5.0
"We hired Susan to help us take care of our special needs child, who is non-verbal autistic. She was great. Very compassionate and caring and patient too. She was also able to tutor our other child with some homework, which worked out nicely."
Catherine B.
Kimberly G.
Houston, TX
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have encountered many patients of special needs. I love them. I love being a companion and making them smile. Although I've never been hired for someone with special needs such as seizures etc.. I would not mind at all giving it a try. I am very open minded and love to help in any way I can.
4.0
"She has an upbeat attitude and positive references."
Lorraine M.
5.0
(1)
Missions, accomplished! Challenges, overcome! Impossibility, possibilities! In my presence, no sentences ever begin with I can't, only I can!
Lease on life: If it is to be, it is up to me! The little engine that could! - I think I can, I think I can!
5.0
"Thanks very much Alison for your help."
Kenneth K.
Relindis T.
Houston, TX
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Ambulation.
My name is Relindis T. am an experience Personal Care Assistant and a graduate from Nursing school but not licensed yet. I have a great experience as a caregiver and as a single mother with 2 girls.
5.0
"Relindis is a kind and loving caregiver. She is very reliable and trustworthy and is always communicative and on time. My 11 year old son is non verbal and non ambulatory and absolutely loves her. I highly recommend her. "
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I cared for a wheelchair bound patient who was partially paralyzed from a condition called Transverse Myelitis when she was 2 years old. I aided in all of her care, from transferring, bathing, to bladder/bowel regimens. She was 15-18 years old when I cared for her.
I am a very patient compassionate person and truly enjoy...
5.0
"Our child is very shy and takes a while to warm up to a person, however, Katrina is the first person to bring our daughter out of her shell. She fell in Love with Katrina from day one. When shes with our daughter, no one else can be around, she will give you bad...
Christina L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
6 years preschool teacher , AA in child development including special needs units. Bachelor degree estimates 2022. Nanny experience .
Focused on social and emotional health , confidence and independence . Adore working with children in a home setting as well as in a preschool environment . Great references !
Teresa H.
Houston, TX
$18-35/hr
5.0
(1)
I am currently working with autistic students at an elementary school. I have 22 years of experience in working with students from pre-K to 6th grade. I can get CPR trained if you need me to. I am looking forward to working with a nice and friendly family.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Houston, TX
Maghan A.
5.0
Maghan was fantastic, our kids and dogs fell in love with her immediately (and that's not common for us)!!! She arrived a couple mins early (awesome to get a punctual jump on date night) and stayed alert even though we had a pretty late evening. Kind, friendly, and great with our special needs son,...
- Ashley C.
Lugene R.
5.0
Our family would highly recommend Lugene. Aside from being exceptionally nice and caring, she is very reliable and dependable. She cares a lot about doing a great job. She took really good care of our special needs adult son who has seizure disorder and multiple challenges.
- Jane B.
Spring L.
5.0
Spring was an absolute gift to my family at a critical transition point in our lives. My son is on the autism spectrum and exhibits a number of behaviors which come and go (some more extreme than others) and Spring handled him with grace, poise, compassion, kindness and empathy. She is warm, calm,...
- Josephine F.
Vickie B.
5.0
Vicki has a warm and caring way and our daughter with special needs liked her from the start. Vicki is caring and professional and we enjoy how she interacts with all of us especially our daughter.
- Brian D.
Arame W.
5.0
Arame is great caregiver and have experience with special needs children. Also she is very compassionate and love her job. She's on the medical field have many certifications. She is loving kids and like to take care. I recommend to take her she is very nice and humble person.
- Miaya F.
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Ratings for Houston, TX special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Houston, TX are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 290 reviews of the 421 listed special needs caregivers.