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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Gaithersburg, MD
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Gaithersburg, MD
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of three grown children, one with special needs. I also have two grandchildren, ages 7 & 3 and 1 Golden doodle! I have a degree in Early Childhood Education, certification in Elementary Education, and extended experience with special needs children. My experiences have given me great opportunities to work closely...
Jamie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a happy wife and mom of one sweet little daughter. I am graduated from Psychology and I have been working with children for more than 20 years, including as a nanny from toddler to 10 years old, infant babysitter, school-homework assistance, piano lesson tutor, teaching in pre-school and elementary level, working with...
Miranti can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Miranti is very caring and always look for a way to assist when needed. Someone I can trust my child with. Highly recommended!"
Doris V.
Charlene O.
Rockville, MD
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Nanny/Teacher Of 20 Years Looking For Full-Time Job
5.0
(1)
Hi. I have 25 years of childcare experience. Childten are my passion! I just finish nannying for a family for 3 years, with 4 sweet children, 4-year-old(twins), 6 and 9(special needs). Both parents are physicians I created and implemented daily a stimulating structured schedule. Consisted of music, art, outdoor activities,...
Charlene can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My kids love to be with Charlene because she always makes sure she is fully engaged with them and attentive to their needs. She is creative and kind and my kids consider her like family. She encourages my kids to engage in activities that require them to use their...
Rachel W.
Renee W.
Silver Spring, MD
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, My name is Renee. I am 23 years old. I am an EMT with Sandy Spring Vol Fire Department (since 2013), I was also active duty Navy, Corpsman/Medic (since 2015). I have experience with special needs, persons on the spectrum, kids and the elderly. I've grown up assisting my mother who has cerebral palsy. I am here to help...
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have experience in many areas of caring. I have nannied for evening time parents meeting groups where I watched a range of 3-8 children all between the ages of 3-10yrs old. I have younger cousins between 1-10yrs old so I am excellent with children and babies and always treat them like they are my own. I have a natural way with...
Kimberlee can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great with our 2 boys! Clearly very experienced and always ready to help out them as much as possible!"
Daniel R.
Rachel T.
Rockville, MD
$19-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
My name is Rachel and I am a child care/special needs professional. I have experience working with children of all ages from all different circumstances and abilities. I am also open to working with teens and adults. I am caring, creative, responsible, energetic, perceptive, and engaging with a great sense of humor and a focus...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My first career was IT but now I work primarily with families. I enjoy exercise, cooking, tutoring, coaching, writing, and helping others. I have an MS in Management of Technologies. Vaccinated w/ first aid certs. Available for morning and eve work. Openings 6/1/2023.
Experienced with children and adults (incl. autism, SIB,...
5.0
"Jim is a dedicated and loyal person. He goes above and beyond to help those in need. He likes to lighten up the room with jokes and gets along with everyone. Definitely an asset."
Jennifer G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Angel & I've got 5 years experience in paid childcare services. Ranging from children 3 months to late teens. I've recently been working with an infant and toddler & absolutely loved the year and a half with them. But I'm open to children of all ages.
I've also got special needs experience as I've worked with...
Angel can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Angel takes proud in her work and she is a hard worker and she does her work well. She make a great addition to the family"
Nonkululeko C.
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Kristin. I have been doing pick up drop offs for 15 years. I also have experience with children on the autism spectrum and emotionally disturbed children. I have studied early childhood development and nursing. I am honest, loving and responsible. I have 4 children of my own (3 teens, 1 baby). With all of their...
Danielle G.
Olney, MD
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am A Loving 34-Year-Old Female Who Is Looking For A Part-Time Nanny Job Or Other Tasks.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Danielle, loving sister, daughter and Aunt of some adorable little toddlers! I have a Dual Bachelor's degree in Mass Communications, and Public Relations. I have been a nanny for many different families for over the course of 15+ years. My mom has been a foster mother my entire life so I have spent plenty of time...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Danielle has helped our family tremendously with early morning care, after school care, date night care and even overnight. She is 100% dependable and available in a pinch. She helped our kids with their homework daily and she took them to fun and interesting...
Faqir A.
Paige C.
Kensington, MD
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a people person! I love making someone smile but, also being able to help them through anything. I am very outgoing and responsible. After high school, I became a member of Wheaton Volunteer Rescue Squad and am currently training to become an EMT. In college, I am working towards my Bachelors in Child Life. Looking forward...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced private duty caregiver with more than 20 yrs of experience. I am highly reliable, loving, and kind. Having long enjoyed serving elderly and special needs patients. My experience includes supporting active people as well as those with limited mobility, including those with all forms of dementia. My target area...
Gertrude can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, transportation, light cleaning, errands, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Gertrude became a member of our family in her primary role as caregiver for my elderly parents in their home. She worked full time and more for us for about eight years, and was always loving, compassionate, and dependable. She cared deeply for my parents, and...
Karen H.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Nurses Assistant and Geriatric Nurses Assistant. I have 3 years of experience working with individuals who have special needs. I am willing to drive and do household cleaning whenever possible.
5.0
"I needed help with my daughter for about six months while I was working in Washington DC ...I was very hesitant at first with the website and finding someone who could work around my work hours as well as my daughters needs was a hustle I hired Deborah before I...
Nyaboke B.
Lizzy N.
Silver Spring, MD
$22/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Lizzy. I Love Art, Music, Swimming, Lacrosse, And Playing The Piano And Guitar.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Lizzy and I'm a Psychology student with double minors in Human Development and Sociology at the University of Maryland, College Park. I love art, playing the guitar and piano, video games, lacrosse, and swimming (I'm actually a former head swim instructor and lifeguard - bonus points if you want me to give your...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lizzy was phenomenal. She went out of her way to take care of my children's physical AND emotional needs. You can't go wrong with her, she's fantastic. My children won't stop talking about her!!"
Madison H.
Lourdes F.
Rockville, MD
$35-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced Nurse from El Salvador Available to Work Part or Full Time
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a nurse graduate in my country of El Salvador and I have a lot of experience working as a babysitter. One year ago I worked as an aide in a school for kids with special needs in Arlington Co., VA, it was an interesting job because I had the opportunity to know more about Autism, Down syndrome, etc. Working with and...
4.7
(30)
Hired by 61 families in your neighborhood
I am a responsible, honest, trustworthy adult with 35 years of experience babysitting children and raising my own son, who is 28 years old and now my grandchildren. I have a Top Secret Security Clearance and currently work for the Federal Government in the Pentagon. I have excellent references for both my babysitting experience...
Rachelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachelle is very good with the kids! I have been using her for a year now and she was able to accommodate the kids by picking them up and also watching them! My kids had so much fun with her and they are always excited to see her!
I continue to use her even now!...
Massi S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My experience includes: *Teacher in Peru with children 4 and 5 years old. *Babysitter in USA with children -9 to 11 years old *Nanny for special needs child from 9 years until 15-years (6 years) *Presently nanny of 2-month-old twins. *Presently Nanny of 4-month-15 Days old Twins . *
Carmen can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"So blessed to have had Ms. Carmen as our nanny for the past two years. We have two very active boys, 3 and 11 months. She has never been late nor has she taken a sick day in two years. She is extremely flexible and has always been willing to work with us. She loves...
Cherie T.
Monica M.
Rockville, MD
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Monica very respectful young lady who likes to spend time with kids. I have a positive energy and I love being a role model for the kids. I have 6 years' experience working with kids, 6 months-6 years boys and girls. I also have experience on special needs kids with autism and ADHD highly function and non-verbal.
I like...
Monica can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Monica has babysat for me on two occasions and my girls love her. She is punctual, engaging and very attentive to the children. I will definitely book her again."
Aisha J.
Camila M.
Montgomery Village, MD
$27/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
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. "
Care member
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced Caregiver with CPR and First Aid certifications. Organized and collaborative team player strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Proficient in caring for geriatric patients to improve overall health and well being. I managed the daily activities and recreation of children with special need.
4.0
"We only had Diane for 3 hours but she was great. What I loved the most was that she interacted with my infant twins so well, and she played with them a lot. A lot of times we'd have babysitters just kind of "watch" our kids, but Diane actually gave them that...
Ellen O.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gaithersburg, MD
Miranti M.
5.0
Miranti is very caring and always look for a way to assist when needed. Someone I can trust my child with. Highly recommended!
- Doris V.
Charlene O.
5.0
My kids love to be with Charlene because she always makes sure she is fully engaged with them and attentive to their needs. She is creative and kind and my kids consider her like family. She encourages my kids to engage in activities that require them to use their bodies and their minds, but she...
- Rachel W.
Kimberlee G.
5.0
Kimberlee was fantastic! She walked in and immediately started playing with our kids, which we really appreciated. They warmed up to her right away. She also gave us an update during our outing to let us know that everything was going well, which was really nice. We’d definitely hire Kimberlee...
- Care member
Jim P.
5.0
Jim is a dedicated and loyal person. He goes above and beyond to help those in need. He likes to lighten up the room with jokes and gets along with everyone. Definitely an asset.
- Jennifer G.
Angel R.
5.0
She is very passionate, warm and very caring.
- Bhekinkosi B.
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Ratings for Gaithersburg, MD special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Gaithersburg, MD are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.