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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Accokeek, MD

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Accokeek, MD

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Katherine H.


Accokeek, MD

$22-30/hr7 yrs exp

I'll Care, I'll Learn, I'll Help! / Attendance And Caregiving Services

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a BS from Tulane with a double major focusing on psychology, language, and cognition, and I am studying Clinical Mental Health Counseling at William & Mary (online). The scope of my work entails assisting allied health professionals, reinforcing therapeutic goals in fluid daily scenarios, running a caregiving team,...
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Kaitlin S.


Accokeek, MD

$14-22/hr3 yrs exp

Passionate, Reliable, Adaptable Babysitter

As a mother to a toddler I understand how crucial it is trust someone to care for your child(ren). Being a parent is the hardest job, and it is a relief to have someone who is trustworthy, reliable, and passionate to help with your children. With years of working with children (including special needs) and bring a parent myself,...
Kaitlin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Julia R.


Lorton, VA

$30-32/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced special needs Nanny/ Professional Organizer Available Hi all, I just moved to the area and am looking for a position (open to ft/pt). Can provide references upon request. Pm for more info :) A little about me: * Several years childcare experience * Years of experience with Autism and Down syndrome * Have...
5.0
"Julia is awesome! She is prompt, kind and courteous but most importantly, she is wonderful with our two boys. Julia has a calm demeanor that matches perfectly with the high-energy personalities of our sons. Our eldest son has severe non-verbal Autism and can be...

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Marilis G.


Alexandria, VA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Evening, Night Time, Weekends

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

My name is Marilis. I am from Panama. I have 22 years of experience working with kids (Mix age and special need). I love working with kids, having fun with them, activities for their development. I am easy going, honest, punctual person. I have really good reference. Spanish-English.
Marilis can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Marilis has watched our boys for almost 3 years, they are 3 and almost 2. She has become a very special part of our family and a friend to me. I don't want to write this review because I want her to always be available for me, selfishly, but anyone would be lucky...

Bridget G.

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Tamia C.


Fort Washington, MD

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Mobile Nanny/sitter At Your Service!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! my name is Tamia, I am located in Fort Washington MD, willing to travel. I've been working and caring for young children for over 14 years, with an 9yr track record of professional teaching. My love for children, teaching, and care giving is unmatched. I obtained my CDA in preschool, however, I have experience working...
Tamia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Tamia is the best care giver we had until now. Me with my 2 friends hired her for our 2 kids- 8 years old and 2 kids - 4 years old in Washington DC. As we were there for a conference we wanted our kids not to get bored in hotel room and have fun doing some fun...

Mitali V.

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Ainsley T.


Fort Washington, MD

$18-30/hr7 yrs exp

Christian Child Care Provider

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I have been taking care of children for over 5 years. This has included special needs children. I am willing to travel a short distance from my house. I'm a Christian. I believe in Jesus Christ as my Savior. My availability is pretty flexible. Please let me know what you need. We have 2 dogs and a cat. I love photography...
Ainsley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I hired Ainsley for childcare for my then 15 month old. Unfortunately my daughter did not engage well during the visit but it had nothing to do with Ainsley. Ainsley was patient and pleasant! She came prepared with age appropriate activities. I was saddened when my...

Sheandinita D.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I retired on 6/1/19 from the federal government (United States District Court) after 37 years of service. I am 1 of 10 children (70 nieces and nephews) and I have raised 3 children and 2 step children. I also have 2 grandchildren. I love kids especially little ones. I have taken care many family members over the years,...
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Doris S.


Alexandria, VA

$24/hr18 yrs exp

Looking For A Nanny For Your Children? I Am Here To Help You. Please Contact Me.

Hello everyone, have many years of experience with children, I had my own child care for 10 years then I moved to a new great experience working with special needs children which I worked for 4 years. Av July 1 I'd describe my personality as responsible person, that like to be on time at work every day also complete with tasks...
Doris can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Doris is like family to us now. She worked as my daughter's in-home nanny from the time that L. was 4mos to 2yrs. She was willing to commute for L. because of how much she cared and how strong their bond was. Doris went out of her way to ensure Laila's...

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Lethukuthula A.


Alexandria, VA

$22-25/hr5 yrs exp

Best Babysitter.

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

Children have always held a special place in my heart, and it once saddened me to hear that my love for them might mean I wouldn't have my own. Thankfully, that turned out to be a myth. I dedicated 40 hours a week to caring for two children each year, helping them with their daily routines, preparing meals, creating activities,...
Lethukuthula can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lethukuthula is wonderful babysitter who we always enjoy having in our home, and our daughter loves her! She has my highest recommendation. "

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Hannah L.


Alexandria, VA

$22-36/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter, Pet sitter, And House-sitter

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

During my time in college, I was asked by a professor who was a member of my church to babysit his two little girls (eventually became three girls plus the family's mischievous Golden Retriever). I babysat for them and many other families in my college town. While attending graduate school in Texas, I was employed by a nanny...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Hannah has watched our 2 elementary kids plus another kid since September of 2020. She has been absolutely amazing with the 3 kids during a very difficult year due to COVID. She actively engages and plays with them. I can't begin to express how awesome she has been...

Amy G.

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Nikteha B.


Waldorf, MD

$15-16/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Weekend Or Date Night Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a reliable, patient, and creative Babysitter who has 10+ years of experience caring for children from infants to teenagers and children with special needs. With me, your children will receive additional care. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker. With my skills and experience, I'm able to provide a...
Nikteha can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Nikteha was wonderful with our two girls! She's very responsible, dependent and we felt very comfortable with her as our caregiver. I would highly recommend her!"

Rachel S.

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Michelle D.


Alexandria, VA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Michelle. I am a Fairfax County teacher. I love learning with children, crafting of all kinds, playing games and sports, and exploring local parks and the library! I have previous experience working in the infant and toddler rooms at daycare. Additionally, I have worked with children of all ages at summer...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We trusted Michelle with our very first babysitting experience for our 15 week old daughter. Michelle did an excellent job and we would definitely have her sit again and recommend her to others. She was punctual, a good communicator and very sweet with our...

Katie R.

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Hanan J.


Alexandria, VA

$25-29/hr8 yrs exp

Daycare Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Versatile bilingual daycare teacher/speech therapist for children with special needs with B. S degree in psychology and over 6 years of professional experience. Compassionate to children and well-equipped with adequate training and practical communication skills.
Hanan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Absolutely fantastic caregiver! We are so lucky to have Hanan to care for our 6 month old daughter. She is so loving, professional, and experienced. Within the first few hours of being at our home, she quickly demonstrated how she is a natural with caring for...

Jane C.

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Jaiden J.


Waldorf, MD

$18-50/hr9 yrs exp

I have two younger brothers both with special needs. My youngest brother has autism and the other brother had seizures growing up. I have been babysitting since I was about 13 I am now 23. I truly love kids and being able to help. I have a dog of my own so pets aren't an issue. I work at a hospital as a certified nursing...
Jaiden can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I have personally known Jaiden since she was 14. She is very kind, will treat your child or children right, and her compassionate demeanor is great for working with kids. She's CPR and first-aid ready which is always an added benefit."

Elizabeth H.

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Shellie F.


Fort Washington, MD

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Caring!! Dependable!! Professional! Experience-25 years Facilities where I have worked- hospitals , maternity wards-daycare , military bases-mental wards for children-private homes Certificates, cna, CPR, first aid Specialize in , sleep training , infant Care, special needs, Down syndrome, autism Offering , infant care only...
Shellie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Ijeoma O.


Waldorf, MD

$18-20/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a compassionate caregiver for special need patients. I assist with bathing, feeding, grooming, bowel management.
5.0
"She is a supportive and caring person"

Grace A.

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Marilis G.


Alexandria, VA

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I can see in their eyes, smile and face the work that I do. That fillet my heart. I was volunteer in Patronato Luz del Ciego. Since I was 10 years old, I was working with people who are blind, low vision and seniors (this is in my mom's job). Since 2000 I had my first observation and then my own patients with special need...
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Lindsay L.


Alexandria, VA

$17-22/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced And Fun Sitter

I currently work as a pediatric speech language pathologist in a private practice. I work with children between the ages of 1. 5 years old to 21 years old Monday through Thursday. I have great experience with all ages of children as well as children with special needs. I have experience babysitting my 1-year-old nephew. I also...
Lindsay can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Lauren M.


Lorton, VA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time, Special Needs Available.

Hello. I am currently a special education teacher in an Enhanced Autism Program. I am also a Registered Behavior Tech. I am BLS, CPR, and Epipen certified. I am familiar with basic sign language, AAC devices, non-verbal kiddos, and kids of all ages. I am also a mother myself and have over eight years of experience in schools,...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as cheerful, patient, and a problem solver. I like working with kids because I have do much experience having had three children, as well as being a teacher assistant at an elementary school. I'm looking for a job that might be during date nights, or summer and winter breaks. I started working with...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Accokeek, MD

Julia R.

5.0

Julia is awesome! She is prompt, kind and courteous but most importantly, she is wonderful with our two boys. Julia has a calm demeanor that matches perfectly with the high-energy personalities of our sons. Our eldest son has severe non-verbal Autism and can be difficult at times to work with and...

- Care member

Marilis G.

5.0

We highly recommend Marilis for your childcare needs. Marilis spent an evening in our home with our 16 month old son and she connected with him immediately. She's a consummate professional and also very warm and friendly, we had no reservations leaving for the night at all. She successfully put our...

- Aaron C.

Tamia C.

5.0

Tamia is the best care giver we had until now. Me with my 2 friends hired her for our 2 kids- 8 years old and 2 kids - 4 years old in Washington DC. As we were there for a conference we wanted our kids not to get bored in hotel room and have fun doing some fun activities. Tamia not just brought some...

- Mitali V.

Ainsley T.

5.0

I hired Ainsley for childcare for my then 15 month old. Unfortunately my daughter did not engage well during the visit but it had nothing to do with Ainsley. Ainsley was patient and pleasant! She came prepared with age appropriate activities. I was saddened when my daughter did not adjust well...

- Sheandinita D.

Doris S.

5.0

Doris is like family to us now. She worked as my daughter's in-home nanny from the time that L. was 4mos to 2yrs. She was willing to commute for L. because of how much she cared and how strong their bond was. Doris went out of her way to ensure Laila's days were fun and educational, and was...

- Care member

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