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Find special needs caregivers in Clarksburg, MD that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Clarksburg, MD

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Clarksburg, MD

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Denise C.


Germantown, MD

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care/Babysitting

4.8

(5)

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have approximately 20 years of experience with children. I have babysat school ages/toddlers, I taught Sunday school for elementary school age children and a nanny for child who has special needs. I have my 90 hours certification for early child care. I was a lead teacher at a Christian daycare for 2 years with 1-2-year-olds...
Denise can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Denise provided in home care for our 2 year old daughter and was wonderful with her! Denise was always bubbly and cheerful. She brought all kinds of crafts to make with our daughter which was great. They would play outside together, worked on colors and numbers and...

Meghan M.

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Lilian V.


Germantown, MD

$25-35/hr4 yrs exp

Lilian K, 26yo, Brazilian.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Lilian from Brazil. I'm 26yo. I've been working as an Au Pair for two years and now I'm working as a nanny. I've had experience with kids between the ages 1 to 12 years old. I've helped with the process of potty training and I also have experience with special needs and I also can do de medication (if they...
Lilian can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I never had to worry about Lilian taking care of my kids. She is one of the most hard working care takers we have come across, we hire a lot due to moving around the US. We can 100% say that Lilian was the best one. She was like family."

Sam K.

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Bailey P.


Damascus, MD

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Bailey. I am a Special Education teacher at Gaithersburg High School for their Learning for Independence Program (LFI). I am 26 years old and have been teaching in MCPS for a year and a half.
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Stephanie C.


Adamstown, MD

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional, experienced child care

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I've been a stay at home mother for 20 years. I ran a licensed home day care in the state of VA. I am experienced with special needs children. I am a very patient and enthusiastic person and I love children. I've sang professionally for many years traveling nationally and abroad. I've been soccer mom, all star cheer leading team...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Stephanie is an infant whisperer. She made an immediate connection with our 4mo and definitely helped advance his communication. She spent all day talking to him and expecting him to answer. I can't understand his verbal utterances nearly as well, but he's quite...

Mike C.

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Sue H.


Germantown, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

3.7

(5)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I love taking care of & watching children grow. I am Sue, an older experienced nanny, with 35 years watching children & 15 years as the lead preschool teacher! My experiences include: babysitter, summer rec volunteer, Red cross volunteer, watching children, Cub scout leader, Vacation Bible school teacher, Special needs care,...
Sue can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I hired Sue for 1 week to watch my 3 children. As my husband and I have 12 hour days we needed someone to sleep over our house and be there in the morning for our children. she fed the children lunch and dinner. My children are an 8 year old boy, and 2 twin 7...

Sarah T.

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Lia V.


Gaithersburg, MD

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I am Elida. During the school year I work for MCPS at the high school level. During the summer I work for Montgomery County Recreation Department as a companion and as an inclusion facilitator at Imagination Stage. I am finishing up my bachelors degree in Elementary Special Education. I am also an ABA therapist and my...
5.0
"Lia is lovely and takes great care with our daughter. She is reliable, dedicated, and very much appreciated."

Linda O.

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Clara N.


Gaithersburg, MD

$21-30/hr3 yrs exp

Love To See Children Thrive!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience working with children with special needs. I love to work with all children. Within the home, I can help with Light Housekeeping, laundry, and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I can also help with homework and lessons.
Clara can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"My 2yo son had so much fun playing with Clara. She helped clean the house as well and everything was sparkling clean by the time my son woke up from his nap. Highly recommend!"

Eric H.

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Victor M.


Gaithersburg, MD

$21-25/hr1 yrs exp

Kind & Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a recent graduate of a local occupational therapy assistant (OTA) program and am currently studying for the national board exam. During my 2+ years in the program, I completed fieldwork in various settings including; schools, psychosocial, assisted living, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation. With that being said, I...
5.0
"Victor is absolutely outstanding! He cared for our two dogs when we were away to attend a wedding. We normally take them to a pet hotel, but our older, aging dog recuperating from pneumonia needed to stay home. This is the first time we hired a pet sitter. Victor...

Lisa E.

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Gifty Q.


Gaithersburg, MD

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Friendly Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Friendly caregiver with various certifications. I have experience in working with babies, infants children with special needs and seniors
5.0
"Gifty is a "Gift" sent from above. I have a 19 year old special needs son and she knew exactly how to work with him. She was very patient when he had one of his "moments" and most of all she she was gracious when I told her I was running late home. Thank you Gifty...

Amber V.

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Kailissa S.


Germantown, MD

$22-40/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny/ Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Kailissa. I am a fun loving 25-year-old. I just graduated from University of Maryland in May of 2016 with a bachelor's degree in psychology! I love children and have worked with them my whole life whether it be as a Nanny for a family, a head teacher at a Montessori school or working in the PG county school...
Kailissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kai was great and watched our two boys while we were in town for a wedding. Was super flexible with timing and took great care of our newborns. We'd hire again if we are back in town."

Brenton P.

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Flor P.


Montgomery Village, MD

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

I love to work with kids of all ages. I have more than 10 years of experience working with kids. From newborn- teen, I have worked with all. I can also work with kids with special needs as I have in the past. I have worked at a child care center for 11 years and was a nanny before. I have a Bachelors Degree in Elementary...
Flor can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Cielo O.


Gaithersburg, MD

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Cielo, and I am a nanny with over 30 years of experience. My childcare experience expands across all age groups and includes special needs. I find such joy in being a positive mentor in a child's life. I am so excited to meet your family, and my hope in my time with you is to create a lasting impact through...
Cielo can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I'd describe my personality as friendly, responsible, independent, caring, trust worth, hard-worker, reliable. I like caring for seniors because I enjoy helping people. I used to take care of my grandparents and I have a special need teenager. my passion is to help the most needed. I'm looking for a job that make a difference...
Elfy can also help with: Personal care, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, home modification, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

Hi! I'm Afsana, and I'm incredibly passionate about childcare, particularly when it comes to supporting children with special needs. My current job is centered around working with children, and I'm currently pursuing an associate's degree in Behavioral Health to better understand their needs. As I train to become a Registered...
Afsana can also help with: Light cleaning
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Mariama C.


Germantown, MD

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

Derict Support Professionnel (DSP)

I'm patient, hard working, understanding I like working with kids because I enjoy working with them and I want a better life for them, cause every kids is spécial to me... I've been working as a DSP for almost 2years, I have experience of working with kids adults with autism, and I enjoy my job cause I do it with all my heart,...
I am a compassionate and caring individual who finds joy in helping others. Whether it's offering a listening ear or going on an adventure, I am always present in the moment and ready for anything. I have a deep respect for the elderly and enjoy spending time hearing their stories, learning from their wisdom and providing...
Tricia can also help with: Home modification, transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Louise G.


Germantown, MD

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

hello my Name is Louise I have been a caregiver for 13years I have experience with working at a nursing home, assisted living , hospital and private home. I worked at a private home mostly all my years of caregiving and I can tell that I love working with clients , I feel honor knowing that i'am helping a family it can be...
Louise can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Shanique M.


Germantown, MD

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I am currently employed with a public school Special Education Department, where I work 1-on-1 with an Aspberger student. I have 5+ years providing care for students with Down's Syndrome and high-functioning autism.
I've worked with children and adults with disabilities and it was a great experience. Most of my experience has been with adults where I helped them participate in recreational activities both in the center-based day program as well as out in the community. What I loved about the job was seeing the people I supported make...
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Emma C.


Germantown, MD

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

I have worked with children since high school through babysitting, coaching swimming, teaching dance lessons, nannying for a teenager with down syndrome, working at a school for children with special needs, and working in a preschool. I am studying to be an occupational therapist and love working with kids!
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Clarksburg, MD

Denise C.

5.0

Denise is a pleasure to have at the house. She is very good with children. Also a very safe driver. Denise is also a big help around the house with dishes, meal prep and tidying up. She is an excellent communicator.

- Kaitlyn L.

Lilian V.

5.0

I never had to worry about Lilian taking care of my kids. She is one of the most hard working care takers we have come across, we hire a lot due to moving around the US. We can 100% say that Lilian was the best one. She was like family.

- Sam K.

Stephanie C.

5.0

Stephanie is an infant whisperer. She made an immediate connection with our 4mo and definitely helped advance his communication. She spent all day talking to him and expecting him to answer. I can't understand his verbal utterances nearly as well, but he's quite the talker. He has conversations...

- Mike C.

Sue H.

5.0

Sue is a wonderful caregiver! She is nurturing, kind, fun and playful. I hired her to watch my 2 toddlers and my 4 month old infant, M-F, 9-2. Sue was engaging and very involved. She also taught my toddlers, fed them, put them down for naps and changed all their diapers. She would bring the baby to...

- Nyleve T.

Lia V.

5.0

Lia is lovely and takes great care with our daughter. She is reliable, dedicated, and very much appreciated.

- Linda O.

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