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94 special needs caregivers are listed in Silver Spring, 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 Silver Spring, MD
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Jesualdo, and I pride myself on being a versatile and adaptable individual ready to tackle any task that comes my way. With a wide range of skills and a genuine passion for helping others, I am here to make your life a little easier and more enjoyable.
Services Offered:
Household Management: Expert in maintaining a...
5.0
"Aldo has been working for us for over a month and we cannot be any happier. He is helping us with driving our kids from school. From the time we had the first contact with Aldo, we were impressed with his professional demeanor, his punctuality, and total...
Ruben A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
It is with great interest that I am submitting my resume to become a dedicated caregiver. I am fueled by great ambition towards working as a reliable hand. My focus is to sustain growth within the minds and hearts of those in need. Moreover, I am well versed in managing meals, creating fun and informative activities, and showing...
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...
Anne C.
Silver Spring, MD
$35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Night Time Caregiver And On Call Caregiver Available, Short Notice
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years experience caring for adults with special needs, I have worked long term with families to help care for their loved ones, especially on autism spectrum. While this work comes with a price, it has been the most rewarding job I have ever held, It gives me instant reward seeing beautiful smiles while creating...
5.0
"Anne was a wonderful caregiver for my 22 year old niece who has special needs. She was kind and patient and fun and reliable. She was very flexible, taking my niece to the zoo 4 times during her visit."
Julia F.
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
(3)
Hello my name is Veronica.
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...
Icilma can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Icilma is probably one of the most genuine, kindhearted person I've ever encountered in my life.
She was a positive influence in my children's life and really helped me navigate my way through motherhood.
I couldn't have asked for a more trustworthy and kind...
Randi W.
Gloria O.
Silver Spring, MD
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
My name is gloria, I am from colombia. I have two degrees on child care. I worked as a kindergarten teacher for a few years. Then took care of two special needs children for 11 years. A dependable and qualified babysitter you can trust.
Gloria can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"She is very responsible and reliable. She helped when I needed her the most. I went back to work after my maternity leave and I left my baby with her. No complaints, my daughter loves her!"
Vanessa V.
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:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(4)
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, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I interviewed with Laurie. She was very nice, kind, and caring. She is bilingual English and Spanish. One of my best choices for a nanny for a three year old."
Noushin A.
Vera N.
Silver Spring, MD
$19-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have been working with kids and seniors for the past 4 years. I have a cna and a CPR license. I have been working with seniors with dementia, Alzheimer's and special needs.
Vera can also help with: Grocery shopping
5.0
"Vera helped my husband and l with our son, they bonded so quickly. We loved having her at our home, she helped our son with arts! We greatly appreciate her help"
Flora M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello families!
Experienced nanny with 6 years of experience, having worked with two long-term families. I specialize in caring for babies, children up to 12 years old, and those with special needs, particularly autism. I am CPR certified and currently seeking a full-time position with a family where I can establish a...
Fabiana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She's super caring and kind with the children, is extremely reliable, and is always happy going her job. Fabi is a lovely and adorable person!"
Suelen D.
Zufan M.
Silver Spring, MD
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I became a Home Health Aide (HHA) in 2007 working first for an agency and then privately for families. In 2009 I started working privately for an elderly couple living in Northwest Washington, DC. His primary diagnosis was Dementia; hers was Alzheimer's. He died in November of 2015. She died in November of 2018. They both...
Zufan can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Zufan is an outstanding and trustworthy caregiver. She helped my elderly mother get to appointments around DC. I would hire her again in a second. "
David G.
5.0
(2)
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: Dementia, home modification, personal care, visiting physician, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Icilma is a loving and dependable caregiver. She cared for our elderly mother for 5 years in her home and then part time when she entered a group home. We always felt very comfortable with her there with our mother. She had excellent skills of observation and she...
Elizabeth J.
I have worked in a wide variety of settings with individuals who are special needs. I have worked as an assistant for three different childcare facilities that work with individuals with intellectual disabilities. From this experience, I conducted an array of tasks from feeding to prompting/redirecting. I have also been employed...
Robert R.
Silver Spring, MD
$34-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available Part Time Care Giver, Senior Care, Special Needs, Medication Management And Wound Care
I am currently a Licensed Practical Nurse in possession of both a Maryland and Washington DC License with over six years experience in both assisted living and home care inclusive. Before attaining my LPN I was a CNA for approximately 4 years mainly working with geriatric clients. I am passionate in working with seniors and...
Experience in dealing and babysitting special needs kids. Degree in Psychology/ Child Development in my Country. Excellent References.
Lourdes S.
Silver Spring, MD
$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Registered Nurse Seeking Part-time Work With A Senior Or Special Needs Adult
I am a 50-year-old Filipina-American nurse who spent most of my 25 year career as a full-time clinical research nurse. I shifted to working as a part-time parochial school nurse so I could attend to my parents, one of whom was terminally ill. I am now in a position to work more hours and is interested in working 1:1 with a...
I enjoy working with kids of all ages. During college I took many Education classes, as well as a couple Special Education classes. I spent 20 hours sitting in and helping a teacher with a classroom of Middle School special needs children.
I have many years of experience with children aged newborn-13 years old. I also have training in first aid as I worked for the police in my country.
I currently taking care of a child who is 1-year-old. I enjoy doing projects with the kids and outdoor activities. Also, I can teach them how to speak Spanish. I have my own...
Hi, I'm Kiley! I have 4 years of teaching experience as a middle school, special educator. I have three years of experience teaching students with moderate to severe developmental and/or intellectual disabilities. Additionally, I have 1/2 a year of experience teaching students with learning disabilities as a long term substitute...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Silver Spring, MD
Jesualdo F.
5.0
Aldo works for us on a as needed basis.
He arrives on time and ready to begin.
A likable guy who is a self starter so if I'm
busy he will find something that needs doing
while he waits. Aldo has helped with organization projects , assembled items , ran errands , shopped and much more. He's...
- Marcia A.
Anne C.
5.0
Anne was a wonderful caregiver for my 22 year old niece who has special needs. She was kind and patient and fun and reliable. She was very flexible, taking my niece to the zoo 4 times during her visit.
- Julia F.
Icilma J.
5.0
Icilma is probably one of the most genuine, kindhearted person I've ever encountered in my life.
She was a positive influence in my children's life and really helped me navigate my way through motherhood.
I couldn't have asked for a more trustworthy and kind person to help me with raising my...
- Randi W.
Gloria O.
5.0
Ms. Gloria is absolutely wonderful with children! My daughter has been going to her since she was 4 months old... and she is now 4 years old! Gloria is caring and wonderful with the children and I would recommend her to all! She is absolutely delightful and my daughter simply flourished under her...
- Esther S.
Lizzy N.
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.
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Ratings for Silver Spring, MD special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Silver Spring, MD are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 39 reviews of the 94 listed special needs caregivers.