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414 special needs caregivers are listed in Houston, TX
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Houston, TX
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, Families!
My mane is Latasha I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I have worked with families on Care. com and worked in two schools districts. I am also specialized with working with children with special needs.
I am a very honest, and loving person. If you are not able to drop off in the...
Latasha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Erin L.
Houston, TX
$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello!! My name is Erin and I am a current Senior at the University of Houston pursuing an education degree with a focus in special needs. I live in the Bellaire/Braeswood area. I am currently in my student teaching and leave the school around 3:15-3:30 on weekdays. I have been working with kids in multiple capacities for around...
Erin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Caytlin M.
Houston, TX
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Caytlin! I can't wait to meet you and your loved ones! I'm from Northern Indiana, but have lived happily in Houston for 2 years. I have 4 years of professional childcare experience, and currently work full time in education. As a sister to 6 younger siblings, caring for children has always been part of my life....
Caytlin can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Caytlin is fantastic! She's a natural with children and is very in tune with their emotional needs. She followed our daily schedule with little direction needed and picked up on my son's (not yet 2 years old) silent queues quickly. Caytlin loves taking my son...
Kristin B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Am super energetic nanny/caregiver with more than 25 years of experience working with infant, toddlers and teenagers and elderly care. Am certified CPR, First Aid, and Nursing Assistant. l have experience with children with behavior issues and special needs. My work experience, worked with families in the home, day care,...
Joyce can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Joyce came into our lives a year and a half ago. She started when my daughter was just 3 weeks old and my son who is on the autism spectrum was 20 months old. Joyce impressed me from the moment she walked through the door, and has never let me down since that first...
Jani L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
H! My name is Natalya. I do date nights, or short notice care as well. A little bit about me, I am 22, a swim instructor and teacher at Just Kids Christian Academy and a Public Health major at The University Of Texas at San Antonio. I am CPR and First Aid certified, and have been taking care of children for about six years. I...
Natalya can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Natalya is absolutely wonderful! We only used her for a short time with our daughter, but if we had the opportunity, we would love to be able to use her again in the future if need be! We have kept her number just in case :)"
Sharon R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a graduate from UT Austin, here in Everett visiting my family for the summer! I have 7 years experience as a babysitter for families with infants, toddlers, and young kids. These jobs included cleaning and tidying houses, entertaining the kids, tutoring, cooking, and dogsitting. I am CPR certified through the American...
Lily can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lily was awesome with my picky 7 year old daughter. She made us feel super comfortable within the first 10 minutes. They played games, danced, baked cookies etc.. My daughter asked me if Lily could be her permanent sitter. We will definitely be seeing her again!!...
Laura I.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am vaccinated and seeking a babysitting, nannying or care-giving job
I am 28, a non-smoker and an experienced professional Nanny/Babysitter/Caregiver. I am extremely careful and lots of fun! I have a red cross certification in child and baby first aid and CPR. I am experienced with multiples and I love pets! I have 7+ years...
5.0
"Ivy nannied my son for about three months. She was super responsible, safe, dependable, and caring. She followed my directions and asked good questions. She is super loving and my son absolutely adores her. I will definitely hire her again and miss her already."
Care member
Kalei W.
Houston, TX
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Kalei!
I'm a full time babysitter and have over 3 years of experience! I work with children of all ages all the time! I'm also pet friendly and a non-smoker! I am CPR Certified and also a current college psychology student and I specifically study in the special needs department!
I'd describe my personality as Fun,...
5.0
"Amazing sitter who was punctual and very accommodating. She was great with my kiddo. She’s definitely going to be my go-to sitter whenever I’m in Houston. "
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Madison A, a junior at the University of Houston, studying finance with a minor in psychology. I have a passion for service and love working with children. My favorite part is watching them grow into individuals.
I have 6+ years of experience with children with special needs, babysitting, and live-in nannying....
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Madison is wonderful. She is a self-starter, a trusted partner in our household, and she's fun for the kids (but doesn't let them run all over her!)."
Anaye M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Kimmie, please call me Kim.
I am caring, attentive and love all people. I am also empathetic, and I focus on the safety and the needs of children.
I don't mind lighthouse keeping, meal prepping, I'm a non-smoker, I am CPR trained, and I'm comfortable with pets.
I love, sewing, exercising, hair cutting &...
Kimmie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kimmie was so nice and amazing. She was easy to talk to and took good care of our baby"
Adebayo A.
4.9
(16)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hi My name is Jentrenaye, I believe to be a very fun nanny/babysitter. I love spending time with family, playing all sorts of card games and board games. Another thing I am really big on is arts and crafts or diy's(do it yourself) projects. I have tons of experience working with twins that are very hyperactive and even special...
Jentrenaye can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I feel comforted having Jentrenaye care for our children. She is punctual and keeps us informed of her location with our children. We hired Jentrenaye to help us with picking up and dropping off because we are a busy blended family. She drives a good distance to...
Monica P.
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
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.
Neema N.
Houston, TX
$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Neema N, I am 30years old and a mother of 2boys. I have been working with special needs children and Child care for 4years. I am kind, trustworthy, flexible, hard working, punctual, honest, kind, lovable and motivated. Working with children is my passion. I love kid so much, I always enure that safety is provided to...
Neema can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Madison and I am a recent Baylor graduate (2021). I live in Montrose and I have been with families in several different areas such as the Heights, Memorial, West U, River & Garden Oaks, and more. I have nannied/babysat for going on 8 years and I adore kids. I have experience with multiples, sick children (infants in...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison is amazing! She loves to play with the kids, feeds them perfectly and we truly trust our kids are safe and enjoying themselves with her."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey families!
I'm Destiny . I am a full-time student at the University of Houston who is studying Child Development in hopes of establishing a career in Special Population administration.
With 6+ years of childcare experience, I have experience/background in
- Infant to older children
- Montessori education
- Special needs
-...
Destiny can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Destiny is such a joy to be around! She took great care of my then 2 month old and also assisted with my 3 year old. She worked with us full time for 8 weeks in the summer and then part time as needed. Destiny was very reliable. She recommended an app so we could...
Care member
Arlene R.
Houston, TX
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi families, my name is Arlene. A little about myself, I am currently a college student studying as a graphic design major. I've had experience as a nanny for the past four years. As a nanny, I am very reliable & responsible. I can also be flexible and able to take on other tasks. I do have my own transportation so I can help...
Arlene can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Greta L.
Houston, TX
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a compassionate, enthusiastic, and reliable caretaker! I have 4 1/2 of experience working with kids in the museum and environmental education settings. As well as 3 years of experience in childcare/babysitting. I have experience and am comfortable with support/special needs. If you think I may be a good match for...
Greta can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hi, I absolutely love kids! I was previously an assistant teacher and volunteer at Special Care Daycare in Oklahoma City for about a year. During this time, I organized activities (both outside and inside), prepared meals, and watched both typically developing and special needs children from the ages of 7 months to 14 years old....
Jasmine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jasmine is dedicated, kind, dependable, and always willing to do whatever is necessary to provide the best possible environment for the children in her care. She is a positive presence with abundant energy. She is exactly the kind of person that you would want to...
Pam N.
Tiffany M.
Houston, TX
$23/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(19)
Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Tiffany! I am 28 and truly enjoy working with children. On my free time I volunteer with Child Advocates and full time I am a Assistant Facilities Manager. I provide sitter services on weekends, weekday evenings after 5:00pm, and overnights. My experience ranges from toddlers, pre teens/teens, and special needs...
Tiffany can also help with: Travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tiffany knows what she is doing. She showed herself as very experienced and did an awesome job with our daughter."
Leticia L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Richland! I am a school counselor! I have taught in public school for 5 years (1st and 2nd grade). Prior to teaching in a public school, I worked at Kids R Kids for 5 years. I was a pre-kindergarten teacher for Kids R Kids private preschool
Throughout my career as an educator and working in childcare I have...
Richland can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kept good communication with me!"
Mirna A.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Houston, TX
Caytlin M.
5.0
Caytlin is fantastic! She's a natural with children and is very in tune with their emotional needs. She followed our daily schedule with little direction needed and picked up on my son's (not yet 2 years old) silent queues quickly. Caytlin loves taking my son outside and exploring nature with him....
- Kristin B.
Joyce B.
5.0
Joyce took care of our baby boy for about 1 1/2 years while I worked part-time from home. She is very dependable, trustworthy and extremely patient. He had open heart surgery when he was about 1 week old and she always listened to us and was very careful concerning any special care he needed. I...
- Lara H.
Natalya V.
5.0
Natalya is absolutely wonderful! We only used her for a short time with our daughter, but if we had the opportunity, we would love to be able to use her again in the future if need be! We have kept her number just in case :)
- Sharon R.
Lily J.
5.0
Lily was awesome with my picky 7 year old daughter. She made us feel super comfortable within the first 10 minutes. They played games, danced, baked cookies etc.. My daughter asked me if Lily could be her permanent sitter. We will definitely be seeing her again!! She is awesome and I am so glad to...
- Laura I.
Ivy M.
5.0
Ivy was a wonderful nanny to our son. She was responsible, super safe, and always engaging with the baby. We miss her so much and can't wait to have her babysit!
- Care member
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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 282 reviews of the 414 listed special needs caregivers.