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Find special needs caregivers in Takoma Park, MD that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Takoma Park, MD

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Takoma Park, MD

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Paulette S.


Takoma Park, MD

$21-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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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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Deryanis C.


Takoma Park, MD

$17-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Therese V.


Takoma Park, MD

$25-30/hr • 10 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Nnabintou K.


Takoma Park, MD

$25/hr • 3 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:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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/hr • 5 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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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/hr • 10 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: Personal care, hospice services, home modification, dementia, visiting physician
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.

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Beverly H.


Washington, DC

$18-25/hr • 2 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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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"

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Myounna B.


Hyattsville, MD

$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Myounna. I'm currently a sophomore at University. I'm 18 years old. I'm majoring in biology and early childhood education. I've been working with kids since I was 15. I'm always babysitting my nephew who's 4. I love helping children learn new things. I like working with kids of all ages. We'll have lots of fun...
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Queeny B.


Washington, DC

$30-40/hr • 8 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:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Queeny did a great job engaging my kids!"

Sarah R.

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Jamila D.


Washington, DC

$25-35/hr • 10 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, personal care, home modification
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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Alice A.


Riverdale, MD

$30/hr • 2 yrs exp

special needs

Empathetic, lovely, respectful and professional caregiver and my Clients needs comes first . I'm so glad to working with your family with all honor.
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Ana Koyasha V.


Bethesda, MD

$25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Professional Nanny Available for Part-Time Work in the DMV Area Hello, I'm Ana, an experienced nanny with over six years of childcare experience. I'm currently working with a great family and we are open to negotiating a part-time schedule that works for everyone. My ideal start date would be after March 24th. What I...
Ana Koyasha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ana did an outstanding job with our daughter before we moved to Texas. She helped us out for about a year and became like part of the family. She was great at helping around the house when the baby was napping as well. If we had stayed in DC, we would have loved to...

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Jesualdo F.


Silver Spring, MD

$30-35/hr • 5 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
"Jesualdo is an excellent candidate for any position. He is polite, punctual, hardworking, and highly reliable. Additionally, he is smart, respectful, and can absolutely be counted on to get any job done in an efficient manner. Jesualdo has a wonderful personality...

Carmella B.

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Melvis N.


Greenbelt, MD

$20-45/hr • 7 yrs exp

Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a very compassionate person and love children. I have 7years of experience working with children both as a caregiver and a nurse because I was a pediatric nurse back home. I am trustworthy and offer great care. Special needs care available.
5.0
"Melvis is a heaven saint, she pays much to details and so organized as well as dependable. She's got positive energy and does a good job. I would recommend Melvis to you and your family. Thank you Melvis I hope to work with you again."

Naomi L.

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Kaylin P.


Hyattsville, MD

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Certified Nurse Assistant/ Home Health Aide

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Kaylin and I am a friendly and energetic individual. I love working with this population because it brings me so much joy and fulfillment. I don't just do my job I go beyond the call of duty because your loved one is of the utmost importance to me. I'm looking forward to working with your loved one/s and making new...
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Elizabeth V.


Kensington, MD

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter For Elderly And Children (incl. Special Needs)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had all 3 covid vaccination shots & have my records card signed & dated. I have worked with dev-disabled adults and children for over 20 years now. I've worked in DDA-certified group homes as well as provided respite care for family caregivers in private homes. I believe that developmentally-disabled people are very similar...
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Bari F.


Arlington, VA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Teacher, Part Time Babysitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am looking for an after school babysitting job. I am currently a full-time teacher in Fairfax County. This is my 6th year teaching! I have taught grades 1-3, special education and general education. I have had several babysitting jobs since I moved to Arlington in 2012. My responsibilities have included picking children up...
Bari can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My girls loved Bari when she watched them for 2 days last month. She played lots of fun games with them and fun crafts. The girls can't wait until she babysits for us again."

Susannah M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Takoma Park, 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.

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

Queeny B.

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.

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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