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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Takoma Park, MD

The average rate is $19/hr as of November 2024

The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Takoma Park, MD

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Rhonda J.


Takoma Park, MD

$21/hr20 yrs exp

Dignity Provided With Care!

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as extremely kind, thoughtful and focused . I like caring for seniors and people with special needs because I genuinely enjoy helping people feel comfortable and safe. I'm looking for a job that will compensate me for my knowledge and experience. I started caring for people with special needs...
5.0
"Rhonda has been very reliable and is a hard worker. She is knowledgeable about special needs and has good communication skills. We are very please with her services. I recommend her very much."

Adriana C.

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Clarisse A.


Takoma Park, MD

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

I have been working as a private caregiver for 5 years now and I am a dedicated and compassionate nurse assistant with progressive career history in direct patient care and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situation. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic...
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Paulette S.


Takoma Park, MD

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

1.0

(1)

I've been in this field since 1997, I'm a people person, love helping people that can't help them self. I've taken care of adults, and teenagers, and family members
Very caring and attentive, empathetic and kind, I give the best in what I do as a care giver, I rate myself an asset, to any one I care for, I am also a dedicated Christian who love the lord, I attended church regularly also take part in activities in the church, so I will not disappoint, yours Sincerely Vanessa G
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Samantha J.


Takoma Park, MD

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Safe And Calm Caregiver

I have been caregiver since I turned 15 and go work. I had the privilege of working at a church with a special needs ministry. This gave me experience with students and young adults with down syndrome, and on the autism spectrum. Since becoming an educator I have gotten to have children in my general education classroom who...
My passion for caring for children and my strong communication skills have motivated me to work with kids since I was young. With two years of experience, I have handled various scenarios and situations successfully. As a patient, creative, and friendly individual, I communicate with parents through daily written reports, verbal...
Deryanis can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Therese V.


Takoma Park, MD

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am a great nanny I have more than 10 years experience, As the mother of 5 children and grand mother of 6 kids I am a loving and patient mom I am mature active punctual flexible honest I am an easygoing nanny. I am willing to provide the best care to the kids. I will provide you the reference number for the families I have an...
Therese can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Rozelle P.


Takoma Park, MD

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Roz - Amazing Home Assistant, Nanny

Hello! I am a bright and caring nanny seeking to provide quality childcare, be it long-term or last-minute. I am experienced with children of all ages, including babies, children with special needs, and with domestic assistance for busy families. I am a terrific tutor, delightful cook, efficient home organizer, graceful parent's...
Rozelle can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
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Nnabintou K.


Takoma Park, MD

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Happy, Enjoy Play With Kids , Friendly

My name is Nnabintou and I am deaf. I value is my loving relationships with my family and friends. I have a super,, confident personality, and love fashion and hair braiding. During the summer, I went to Elementary school and observed children with special needs. I have a positive attitude, and I genuinely love spending time...
Nnabintou can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

My name is Emma, I'm 21 years old and I'm moving to DC in October. I'm looking for a couple babysitting side jobs in addition to my main nannying job. I currently live in NY and work as an infant teacher. I also have experience as a teacher assistant for toddlers with special needs, and as a teacher assistant for grades 1-6. I...
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Ashai N.


Washington, DC

$21/hr5 yrs exp

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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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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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: Dementia, personal care, visiting physician, hospice services, home modification
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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Beverly H.


Washington, DC

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Energetic And Creative Babysitter With Strong Background In Education

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have served as a caregiver, tutor, and educational program leader since high school. I am pediatric CPR and first aid certified, with updated certification as of June 3, 2017. For two summers I worked with a group of five and 6-year-olds as a camp counselor with Harbor Haven, a camp for children with special needs in Northern...
Beverly can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am Asistencia teacher pre-k sped I work with kids with Austin and with different other kids let me know if you have any questions. Free to call me.
5.0
"Delmy was great with my son, very warm and friendly. She has experience with ASD kids it would recommend her again"

Care member

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Kirby T.


Washington, DC

$25-27/hr10 yrs exp

I am a 29-year-old adult with extensive babysitting experience. I've babysat for twins aged 12, special needs children, as well as a 3-year-old. I've babysat 4 children at one time. I am a responsible, caring, interpersonal young individual looking for a part-time babysitting job with a caring family.
Kirby can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kirby is great! You can tell she grew up taking care of pets."

Billy R.

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Michelle R.


Silver Spring, MD

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Or Date Night Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm currently available for occasional or one-time evening, overnight, or weekend sitting jobs. I am Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED certified. I have been babysitting for 16 years, spent 2 summers working as a nanny, spent 1 summer working as a camp counselor, and spent 2 years teaching elementary school children. I...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We were in Richmond for the weekend and Michelle did a wonderful job babysitting our 4 year old and 2 year old daughters. She responded quickly and was on time and did a perfect job! If we are here again we will hire her again."

Jason C.

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Dagemawit K.


Silver Spring, MD

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Dagemawit K, if your looking for someone who is caring, loving and understanding to help out with your family then id love to be a part of that! I am passionate about creating an environment that is centered in love and care for kids and for anyone around me. I have many years of experience in child care as I have...
Dagemawit can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Dagemawit took care of our three-year old son for about two months. She was just wonderful, very responsible, reliable, flexible, friendly, easygoing, respectful, energetic, kind, and patient. She had a lot of energy to play with him and teach him basic concepts...

Devora C.

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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: Visiting nurse, home modification, 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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Queeny B.


Washington, DC

$30-40/hr8 yrs exp

Hello! Welcome To My Profile!

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

My name is Queeny and I work with children professionally including school aged children and little ones ages 0-3. Can you guess my profession? I look at the family holistically, supporting children in their activities of daily living (feeding, toileting, etc), self regulation, fine motor, etc. I utilize a lot of crafts that are...
Queeny can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Queeny was always on time and willing to do what was asked of her. She is easy to be around and talk to. We felt comfortable having her in our home."

Joanna G.

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Jesualdo F.


Silver Spring, MD

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

Your Jack Of All Trades!

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 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...

Marcia A.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Takoma Park, MD

Rhonda J.

5.0

Rhonda has been very reliable and is a hard worker. She is knowledgeable about special needs and has good communication skills. We are very please with her services. I recommend her very much.

- Adriana C.

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.

Icilma J.

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 would call us if there were changes...

- Elizabeth J.

Delmy R.

5.0

Delmy was great with my son, very warm and friendly. She has experience with ASD kids it would recommend her again

- Care member

Kirby T.

5.0

Kirby is great! You can tell she grew up taking care of pets.

- Billy R.

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