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423 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
Kathie L.
Houston, TX
$10/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 28 years old I have babysat kids for many years, I am a non smoker CPR certified and practice social distancing.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My passion is to empower all individuals with special need and support them in anyway to live a life that THEY desire. I've worked at a day treatment center for Children with Special Needs for the past 9years. My positions included Support Teacher, Lead teacher, Campus Coordinator and finally trainer and Case Specialist. My...
5.0
"I've known Boko for about 10 years because she was a lead teacher at my son's school for autistic children for several years. I can tell you, Boko is incredibly involved in the development of her kids. She is loving, mentoring, and constantly thinking and devising...
Barbara H.
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.
Nia T.
Houston, TX
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Nia and I am currently a college student with hopes of becoming an occupational therapist. I have been working with kids for about 6 years now but have recently found a passion in working with special needs kids which inspired me to become an occupational therapist. I currently work with 2 autistic kids one...
5.0
"Nia has been working with my son for 9 months. He is 14 and nonverbal autistic. She is an amazing caregiver! She plays with my son as well as teaches him basic communication. She goes above and beyond! We simply adore her."
Keesha B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working with students with learning disabilities, dyslexia, ADHD, and speech impediment. I also have worked with children who are autistic.
5.0
"Martha is a great. She has compassion and calmness, and she has experience in dealing with different types of children including special needs with different needs. She is punctual and detailed, and can work in challenging situations, and reliable. I would highly...
Julie K.
5.0
(1)
Hello I'm Cerena I'm very reliable, patient trustworthy person who has been providing private care for about 11 years now. Worked with special needs patients for almost 5. I have wonderful references I truly enjoy what I do. Newer references are by email. Specialize in Alzheimer's and dementia patients.
Laura D.
Houston, TX
$27/hr • 6 yrs exp
Part Time Nanny/Special Needs Helper (mornings/early Afternoons)
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over the last six years, I have been honored to work with families and their precious children, including individuals who are in need of special attention and care, ranging in age from 2 years to 68 years, with varying levels of abilities and challenges (high functioning to non-verbal).
As a 58-year-old woman, and grandmother,...
Laura can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I have known Laura for years and I have watched her grow in love for God and for all people. She has always been amazing with small children and she even connects with Jr. High and High School kids. All of my own children love her because she genuinely cares...
Cris S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lucia, I'm 51 years old, I have worked taking care of children for decades.. And babysitting was my first real job and throughout my adult life I have worked with children of all ages and special needs as well. I've also raised my own 3 kids. I'm bilingual, I don't mind light cleaning and I'm pretty good cooking. I've...
Lucia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She help me on Saturdays morning and occasional date night. She is excellent i highly recommended her. She is punctual, pay actions to details and goes above and beyond. My girls love her. "
Esperanza D.
5.0
(3)
My name is Melisa, I am 35years old, and I have multiple years of childcare experience, ranging from newborn care to teenage supervision, and including multiples and special needs children. I am CPR/First Aid certified, hold a Bachelor of Science in Fitness and Human Performance with concentration in Exercise Science. I like...
Melisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Melisa is absolutely wonderful! She has helped watch my children for 3 years now, and has watched my Yorkie puppy for the past few months since we got him. My children adore her, and so do my husband and I. I never let many people watch my children before, and...
Brittani H.
Taylor Y.
Houston, TX
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
22-year-old high school graduate with a reliable car and a clean driving record! Full-time job, but available in the mornings and early afternoons for any and all help needed.
Current experience is from family and non-family, including children from less than a year old to 12 years old. Very comfortable with caring for more...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Taylor is absolutely great! She's very dependable and took amazing care of my 3 year old. She spent the time to do whatever my son wanted and made him happy as can be. Whenever my son was napping, Taylor also took great care of my 3 dogs, and kept up with house...
Ana J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a mother of two boys, 3 and 7. My oldest is Autistic, so I do have an understanding of special needs care. I have 10 years of experience. I am CPR certified. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. With me, your children will receive excellent care. I provide a safe and creative environment where children can...
Caitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Caitlin is wonderful! She treated my girls as if they were her own. She was honest and communicated very professionally. My girls were well taken care of and even though we no longer need her weekly she is missed. We had just moved here and she provided reliable...
Samantha D.
Paula M.
Houston, TX
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mother of Three and a Grandmother of Three. Still Have a Lot of Love to Give to Your Child(dren)
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Paula, Thank you for viewing my profile. I am a wife of 16 years a mother of 3 married grown sons and 14 grandchildren . I enjoy working with the very young to the very older individuals. I have experience working with persons with special needs and Alzheimer's, I currently work a full-time job and have worked...
Paula can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have grown children, have special needs training, can care for large family or small, have been homeschool mom, have been nanny 8 years, very caring, trustworthy, safe, clean, love learning activities, arts and crafts, cooking, parks, museums, etc., multi tasker, love what I do!
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I am a Adolescent Behavioral Health RN and Nancy cared for my now 11 month old from 4 months old until we relocated 2 months ago. Nancy was prompt, dependable and very helpful. Nancy created age appropriate activities for my baby and kept aware of important...
Danielle T.
Rachel G.
Houston, TX
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Sitter Who Loves Teaching, Development, And Of Course Having Fun!
5.0
(2)
I have been nannying and babysitting for more than a decade with children of all ages. I have traveled with families on their vacations to help with childcare - California (4 children) and France (1 child). Some of the children I have nannied have special needs (behavioral, physical, and mental).
My job in between undergrad and...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel has great, positive energy, enthusiasm, and a wonderful way with children. She has taken care of our three young ones, and they are always so excited to see her. I would recommend her without hesitation."
Sara B.
Vickie B.
Houston, TX
$21-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver Available For Weeknight And Weekend Caregiver Jobs
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
*Babysitting/Nanny! I enjoy taking care of kids. I will watch all ages from babies to toddlers to school age children to adolescents. I like getting on the floor and playing games, coloring and drawing, reading stories; from changing, feeding, to planning different activities with them. My old school motherhood comes into play...
Vickie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My daughter made me promise we would keep Miss Vickie!
And that is saying something, because that kid has worn many a caregiver down.
Vickie engaged my daughter and her Occupational Therapist, has read up on specific attributes of my daughter's diagnosis and...
Constance A.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
My name is Maritza, I'm a Bilingual Nanny fluent in both English and Spanish.
I have 10 years of childcare experience including those with Special Needs. I'm CPR Certified with Child Development background and Nursing skills.
Working for families in the past has been a wonderful and a blessing experience.
Maritza can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Excellent option for all things childcare! Super professional and responsible- both of my kids were incredibly happy and well cared for upon my return from a very long day of work. I'm so glad we've found Maritza and that now I can use her when we need any support...
Meredith G.
Montrecia B.
Houston, TX
$16-24/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.7
(13)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
As a nurturing and experienced caregiver, I am dedicated to fostering children's growth and development. My nine years in childcare have allowed me to support families and provide reliable care for their children. My passion lies in making a positive impact on children's lives, and my patient and creative nature allows me to...
Montrecia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"To Whom It May Concern:
I'd like to respectfully recommend Montrecia
as a "WONDERFUL" childcare provider.
Montrecia is a GREAT babysitter!!!
She watches our son for date nights and a host of other events that we've had for the last 4 or 5...
Emma R.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am out of the country until February 2025! Always have loved working with families and their children. I love being a co-parent. :) I have an AA in Liberal Arts, an AAS in Child Development, and have one internship to complete my BAS with a minor in Special Needs. I focus on a variety of developmentally and age appropriate...
Cindy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I cannot say enough great things about Cindy. We were in Bozeman for my brother's wedding and my 2 1/2 year old daughter was the flower girl. Cindy came to the venue and cared for her while we were at the reception. A ADORED Cindy and I wish we could have brought...
Amy O.
Shelby M.
Houston, TX
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a student at Arizona State attending online classes. I currently work in the behavior department at Silbernagel Elementary in Dickinson Texas. I have a 3-year-old daughter who is the most outgoing and sweet little girl you will ever meet. I also have two step-sons that keep me on my toes. I would love to fulfill...
Shelby can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Shelby did very good care of my kids. My kids were happy with her- I am recommending her as a good babysitter.Best wishes Shelby"
Jeena P.
5.0
(2)
I am a part-time college student and a full-time Client Support Specialist. I have decided to get back on care. com to possibly make some extra cash this summer, as I am not taking any summer courses, and to get involved with child care again. I am hoping to become more of a full-time Care Taker once I get accepted into the OTA...
Julie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Julie has been our nanny for 2 years. She has been very reliable, dependable and loving to our 3 children. She is sweet and kind and shows compassion to each child. She has been teaching the children letters, numbers, colors and a variety of preschool education. My...
Sandra W.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Houston, TX
Bolruun B.
5.0
Boko has worked with my son with autism for many years and is very well trained. We always look forward to having her at our home for tutoring sessions as well as overnight respite care. Very dependable and fun to be around.
- Lisa S.
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.
Nia T.
5.0
Nia has been working with my son for 9 months. He is 14 and nonverbal autistic. She is an amazing caregiver! She plays with my son as well as teaches him basic communication. She goes above and beyond! We simply adore her.
- Keesha B.
Martha V.
5.0
Martha was extremely nice, and took very good care of our son. We are so glad we were able to have her watch our son since our regular babysitter was not able to babysit this time. We were very nervous using someone new but once we met her and looked at her reviews our fears quickly went away. She...
- Misti D.
Laura D.
4.0
Very friendly and open person. Good communicator.
- Raven E.
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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 284 reviews of the 423 listed special needs caregivers.