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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Hyattsville, MD

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Hyattsville, MD

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Patricia S.


Hyattsville, MD

$30-35/hr

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Enjoy taking care of people. I am a very active person, observant priority is a goal. Hands on is an excellent achievement I have excelled in throughout my career.
I am a diligent worker dedicated to the satisfaction of the customer and the employer. I have over 10 year experience and currently work in a day program and residential facility with individuals diagnosed with varying degrees of Mental Retardation, ADHD, Mental Health, Physical Disabilities and Autism. In addition to...
Am an experienced nurse who is taking care of patients with various medical conditions. Such as patients with cardiac problems, mental health, oncology, pediatric and adults. With my nursing experience I know I will be a good fit for this position.
I have experience babysitting and working with children with autism in order to teach them martial arts and meditation! I'd be happy to prepare meals, assist with work/homework or specific tasks and needs. Entertainment, games, and the arts are my specialty!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love working with kids because they bring me Joy, knowing that I can help make any small positive impact in a child's life means a lot to me. I'm a outgoing Person who enjoys lots of hands on activities & conquering daily adventures which most kids also enjoy. I have 5 years experience caring for new borns & infants. I am CPR...
Celiante can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Ashai N.


Washington, DC

$21/hr5 yrs exp

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5.0

(2)

I have experience babysitting, more specifically kids that are special needs. I'd describe my personality as energetic, bold, passionate. I like working with kids because I get to teach them really cool things and help them learn at each milestone. I'm looking for a job that can allow me to gain more experience and to add on...
Ashai can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I hired Ashai to tend to my 2 1/2 autistic son until he turned the age of four years old. Ashai was really dependable and flexible during her time with me. Her knowledge of childcare was outstanding due to her taking prior classes dealing with kids in high-school...

Andria A.

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Sarie B.


Washington, DC

$25-42/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello families! My name is Sarie and I am a positive, reliable, patient person who has 9+ years of experience working with children, infants to teenagers. I also have a lot of experience working with children with special needs. In 2021 I received my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and recently received my...
Sarie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"We hired Sarie to be our nanny for the summer and we got so much more. Sarie has been such a blessing to our family and we all truly adore her! We have 5 children including one with significant special needs and Sarie has done an amazing job with them all! We're...

Shannon A.

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Anna N.


Bowie, MD

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant Looking For Full-time Work

4.4

(7)

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I am a GNA, CNA, CMT I am a caregiver with 9 years experiences . . I provide care for people w with Alzheimer, Parkinson, mental disabilities, disorder, etc. l provide ADL . like, giving shower , community outing, laundry, range of motion, companion care, safety supper vision, incontinent care, encourage fluid intake, excises...
Anna can also help with: Dementia, respite care, visiting nurse, personal care, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"I am a Registered Nurse of 25 years years and well-decorated. Anna took care of my mother, whose life was cut short by small cell lung cancer. Being an RN, I was highly scrutinizing and particular about who I would let take care of my mother. Anna was fabulous!...

Leisa S.

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Laurie A.


Silver Spring, MD

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Bilingual Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for many children, some with special needs, both in my home, as well as in the children's homes for over 30 years, ages 3 months old up to 14 years old. I also worked as a co-educator at the Gan Hayeled Nursery School in Washington, DC in the 2-year-old and 3-year-old classrooms. While at the Gan, I received both...
Laurie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She’s great and my son loved her "

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Jamila D.


Washington, DC

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Available Full-Time For Companionship, Light Housekeeping And Meal Prepping

I am a former CNA who has over a decade of hands on experience in healthcare. I am passionately dedicated to the care of seniors and special needs individuals. For years I have worked closely with adults living with special needs, Alzheimer's and dementia, as well as physical ailments (both acute and chronic). I am familiar with...
Jamila can also help with: Home modification, visiting nurse, personal care
5.0
"Jamila has worked for us on weekends for 2 years. She takes care of both of my elderly parents and does a good job with both. She's friendly, pleasant, reserved, and attentive."

Cecil D.

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Icilma J.


Silver Spring, MD

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

I have been a child care provider for over 25 years and an elderly care provider for over 20 years. I am ambitious, punctual, honest, trustworthy, kind and very reliable. I am certified in CPR and first aid as well as hold certificates in medication technician field and experience with special needs children. I am...
Icilma can also help with: Home modification, personal care, hospice services, visiting physician, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Icilma worked in my mother's home to help her for a period of 2 1/2 to 3 years.She was an angel! At the beginning my mother needed only some supportive care with meals and walks. She cooked meals just as my mother requested and was wonderful company taking her for...

Phyllis J.

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Tiffany D.


Bethesda, MD

$30-37/hr10 yrs exp

Mature Dependable High Energy With A Passion For Child Development.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Tiffany, Devoted to helping children think creatively, solve problems independently and respect themselves and others. Flexible and adaptable with extensive knowledge of child psychology and development. Offering solid child care techniques, problem solving and analytical skills along with Understanding development...
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Tekisha B.


Bowie, MD

$32/hr10 yrs exp

I Simply Love Human Beings.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I was employed in the human services field for over 25 years. I was also a foster parent for children 0-20. Some of them presented with physical and/or cognitive and emotional challenges. I am kind yet firm when needed. I teach coping skills and provide assistance as needed. My rates start at $35 per hour.
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Marah B.


Chevy Chase, MD

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello Parents, I am 34yrs with 10+ years experience with children/pets. I have been working with kids since I was 14 years old and it is a huge passion of mine. I am looking forward to jumping back in for a while. I am a firm believer in routine, consistency, and creating an environment to thrive and learn. I know some American...
Marah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Marah babysat my 2.5 year old daughter and 4-month old son for a week while their daycare was closed. She is a good communicator and very reliable. My kids were recovering from a stomach bug, baby was teething, and my toddler gets really upset when I leave her...

Laurence S.

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Bervely E.


Arlington, VA

$25-27/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have special need experience. I have volunteered in church daycare and summer camps. I have the patience and compassionate heart to do my service and make sure my service schedule matches your family needs. I have worked with two families whom I took care of their kids and did house work. I have experience with kids with...
5.0
"Highly recommend and will definitely use her again!"

Jessa B.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a younger brother who has down syndrome. We are 2. 5 years apart, and growing up (4 out of 5 kids) him & I were the closest. I did any and everything for him! From walks, to feeding, playing, showering, taking care of everything you can think of. He has cancer for 4 years at 5 years old, and our entire lives changed. He...
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Tawanda S.


Washington, DC

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a Bachelors in Psychology with a Minor in Child Development. I have 4 years of experience with working with and teaching children with disabilities. I have a nephew with autism with whom I cared for, for several years, while my sister worked. I am patient, loving, understanding, and open to learning new things. I am...
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Katia A.


Washington, DC

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part- Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I was an Au pair back in 2016, and I had such an amazing experience with both of my families. I love kids, teaching them and learning from them is the motive for me to want to be a part of their lives. I am exited to have this opportunity and I can provide references upon request. When I worked with my second family as an au...
Katia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"I hired Katia to care for my daughter on weekends. My daughter is 25 years old with mild intellectual disabilities. Katia has been energetic, kind and reliable. She is creative in thinking up ideas to get my daughter to engage in activities and to get her out of...

Whitney A.

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Stacy H.


Washington, DC

$18-22/hr11 yrs exp

Bilingual Babysitter Extraordinary!

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

*Available only evenings and weekends* I have 10+ years of experience and have been babysitting in the dmv area for 6+ months. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Swimming Supervision, crafts, & more. I'm comfortable with any outdoor activities, but I'm also able to entertain and watch children inside! I have two little...
Stacy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Stacy is a great sitter! We have three kids and she does a fantastic job hanging out with them and handling the routines along the way. "

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hyattsville, MD

Ashai N.

5.0

I hired Ashai to tend to my 2 1/2 autistic son until he turned the age of four years old. Ashai was really dependable and flexible during her time with me. Her knowledge of childcare was outstanding due to her taking prior classes dealing with kids in high-school and having an autistic sibling...

- Andria A.

Sarie B.

5.0

We hired Sarie to be our nanny for the summer and we got so much more. Sarie has been such a blessing to our family and we all truly adore her! We have 5 children including one with significant special needs and Sarie has done an amazing job with them all! We're so sad she's headed back to school...

- Shannon A.

Anna N.

5.0

Anna N was great with my mother she was a very good help to her needs

- Care member

Laurie A.

5.0

She’s great and my son loved her

- Care member

Jamila D.

5.0

Jamila has worked for us on weekends for 2 years. She takes care of both of my elderly parents and does a good job with both. She's friendly, pleasant, reserved, and attentive.

- Cecil D.

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Ratings for Hyattsville, MD special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Hyattsville, MD are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.