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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Damascus, MD

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years

Special needs caregivers in Damascus, MD

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Bailey P.


Damascus, MD

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

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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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Tammi F.


Damascus, MD

$17-35/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Available For Respite Care After 4:30 Pm Daily

I am a Montgomery county public schools health tech. I work with a wide range of children. I am looking to be a helper/companion/respite care. My hours are anytime after 4:30 p.m. m-f and all day weekends.
Hello, I've worked in 2 group homes caring for multiple people with disabilities for the Arc of Southern Maryland. The Arc is a non profit organization that helps assist in the daily activities and needs of those who may need some assistance. My goal is to provide compassionate care but make sure the individuals keep as much...
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Ashlyn P.


Damascus, MD

$16-20/hr1 yrs exp

Ashlyn P- Long Term Fun Nanny!

Hello! I am a 19-year-old energetic woman looking to help out a caring family. Most of my experience with children was helping to take care of my younger sister and the neighborhood children. Yet, I also have professional experience as well; working as a swim instructor for a local class near me, helping and training children...
Ashlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Grace C.


Gaithersburg, MD

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

Caring Sitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love working with kids of all ages! I have two younger siblings, so I would definitely know how to entertain them, as well as help with homework or whatever else they might need! I just recently left the United States Naval Academy in order to pursue a nursing degree, since they do not offer that there. I was in the Best...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"I hired Grace to help care for a 9 month old for a few months. Grace is a fantastic communicator, learned my girl's routine quickly, and was engaging and fun. I would definitely recommend her!"

Marguerite A.

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Denise C.


Germantown, MD

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care/Babysitting

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, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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Fatou S.


Germantown, MD

$16-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Fatou. I have over 5 years experience with developmental disability. Have done some trainings on developmental disability and mental health. I am also a certified nursing assistant for over 15 years of experience and also being nanny for a long time. I have CPR, first aid and Cna/Gna license with the state of...

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Camila, and I'm looking for a full-time or part-time nanny position. With 7+ years of experience as a nanny, including caring for children with special needs, I am dedicated to helping families ease their day-to-day stresses by ensuring their little ones are safe, loved, and happy Key Qualifications: CPR and...
Camila can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Camilla was fantastic!!!! She is a self starter that jumped right in to help with the kids. She also has a great personality and was great with our twins. I highly recommend her. "

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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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Claudia T.


Gaithersburg, MD

$26-33/hr9 yrs exp

Special Education Paraeducator

I have extensive experience caring and teaching children of all ages. I have a bachelor's in education. I currently support students with special needs at a high school.
Claudia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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, errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

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.
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Stacey T.


Clarksburg, MD

$30-39/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with disabled adults and children for over 20 years. I provide care for seniors with Dementia and Alzheimer's disease. I can provide transportation. medication reminders, doctors appointments, bathing, grocery shopping, light housekeeping and laundry. I can prepare meals. We can go out to different activities. I am...
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William M.


Boyds, MD

$20-37/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For A Caregiver Position self Directed Services

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support. Current male MCPS employee interested in becoming a self-director service provider. I am experienced with special education students. I have a current teaching certificate with special ed certification. I am also current with first aid, CPR,...
I am very comfortable with working with children with special needs as I have been volunteering in my mom's special education classroom since I was 10. Additionally, I am an junior Early Childhood Education/ Special Education major at UMD and my current field placement for the semester is a special education 3 & 4's classroom.
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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Ana V.


Frederick, MD

$15-22/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced, Fun & Energetic Nanny

My name is Ana, and I am a 27-year-old childcare professional with over six years of experience caring for infants, children, and teenagers, including those with special needs. I am a licensed driver with a reliable vehicle, making me fully capable of handling transportation and errands as needed. I pride myself on being savvy,...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Flor P.


Montgomery Village, MD

$20-25/hr

Give Direction, Guidance, Showing Respect Both Sides.

Provide assistance in various ways, by sharing belongings, food, and time with friends and family, while supporting each other every step of the way.
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Jhoseline A.


Frederick, MD

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time or Full time Caregiver

I have experience with autistic kids and also with Down syndrome kids. I am very patient, caring, honest and reliable.
Special needs caregivers provide care to adults and seniors who have special needs that make them partially or totally unable to perform regular daily tasks such as feeding. bathing, cleaning themselves.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Damascus, MD

Grace C.

5.0

Grace watched our 11 month old son. She did excellent she came on time and ready to play. She did our sons bedtime routine perfectly; prepared his dinner for him; took him on a walk. She was great to work with.

- Natasha K.

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.

Camila M.

5.0

Camila was an absolute pleasure to work with. She provided expert, compassionate care to our infant daughter. Camila is heavily engaged in her development, physically, intellectually and socially. She uses an app to help guide she appropriate activities and exercises. Camila has such a bright and...

- Care member

Victor M.

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 had compassion for our situation...

- Lisa E.

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