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168 special needs caregivers are listed in Washington, DC
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Washington, DC
Cloe M.
Washington, DC
$18-22/hr
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
(1)
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...
Queeny B.
Washington, DC
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as an ABA therapist and as a camp counselor at a camp for children with special needs in Rhinebeck, NY.
Tykisha T.
Washington, DC
$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Child Care/Assistant & Elderly Care Provider in Washington, DC
5.0
(2)
Hello Parents.
I am a CDA certified (child development associate) 8+years experience with children ages infant to 16 years of age, children with special needs and "at-risk" children. I reside in NE DC (Brookland). Currently I work pt as a co-teacher at a local private school. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I also have a food...
5.0
"She's punctual, reliable and my daughter adore her.
Thank you Ms.TT"
Terry J.
5.0
(9)
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:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Queeny did a great job engaging my kids!"
Sarah R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Kaitlyn. I have approximately 10 years of experience in child care and it is something I absolutely love to do. I have cared for newborns through 14 years old. I have been helping families with childcare since I was 10 years old, and baby-sitting on my own since I was 12. My first job was working as a full time nanny for...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Kaitlyn is such an incredible nanny and just a sweet blessing to our whole family! She started when our third child was only 8 weeks old and was so sweet and loving towards him. I instantly felt comfortable and secure with her in our home while caring for my...
Lauren B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Marlo and I am 28 years old. I have my masters degree in psychology and am in my final months of graduate school earning my doctorate (PsyD). I genuinely enjoy caring for, and teaching, kids and teens and consider myself engaged, patient, and reliable. I have a long history working with children both with and...
Marlo can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Marlo is an excellent caregiver! We currently use her for occasional date nights. Our daughter really loves her and she is great with her!"
Elizabeth H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for several years and have nannied for a cumulative of three years. I have experience with all age groups, including experience with children with autism and various physical special needs. I have been responsible for cooking, clean-up, constructive play, tutoring, bed time, and more! I am willing to...
Sarah Grace can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an AU student but I am taking this semester off. I love arts & crafts, playing outside, reading, and playing games with kids. I have a great deal of experience. Most recently I've been working with a family with 2 little girls (ages 2 and 2 months). Before that, I nannied in a 4-child- household for about 2 years. Last...
Meredith can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She took care of my kids to the T. She did everything I asked her to do without any complaints. 10/10 would use her again."
Maan E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I come from a large family of five children, raised by parents who encouraged curiosity, reading, nature exploration and responsibility. I am a proud auntie if two nieces who I love dearly. I have over 10 years of experience watching children for small groups of 13 + to nannying a baby for the first year of their life. I was...
Anne can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
5.0
"Anne Marie is so caring, thoughtful, and helpful! I would highly recommend her to support your family. She will treat them like her own! She also has a ton of knowledge about food & health."
Chloe G.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a reliable, patient, creative, and a very flexible person who has 9 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenager and with children with special needs. I have babysat children in my neighborhood for years and have also volunteered and worked at a local daycare. I am currently a college student who is...
Sahara can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
5.0
"Sahara was great. My 2 and 4 year olds took to her very quickly. She is very sweet and dependable and would hire her again!"
Sunita V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
During my spring break I participated in University's Alternative Spring Break community service program with the initiative child development. There, I worked with kindergarteners and middle schoolers with special needs. I love the joy kids bring me because seeing them happy makes me happy, especially if I contributed to their...
Trinity can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Trinity is AMAZING! I don’t know if it’s because she’s still young but she has the energy to keep up with my rugrats all day long. Sometimes when I work from home but need to someone to keep an eye on the little ones so I can focus, I hear them laughing and playing...
Sandra E.
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, 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. "
Care member
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Ashai looked after our highly active 1 year old when our daughter's daycare was unexpectedly closed. She was extremely reliable and arrived early every day. My husband and I work long hours and she was able to accommodate our schedule from 6:30-6. Our daughter...
Akeila R.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello family, I cared for many children in my lifetime, from ages 2 days old to 16 years old, also children with special needs as well. I love watching children and teaching them. I'm a very reliable, responsible and patient person. I am CPR, First Aid Certified and A Newborn Care Specialist and worked at a Jewish Community...
Daungelia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
4.0
"Maybe she will work for your family! But no luck for interviewing with us..
Set up an interview the day before after confirming our posting which included light meal prep and housekeeping. Late night I received a message that she does not cook and will not clean...
Adam M.
5.0
(3)
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: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Katia was a nanny to our three children (focusing mostly on the baby as we also had an au pair for our older kids) for two years until our childcare needs changed as the kids got older. She was very reliable, loving with the kids, and is an excellent cook. She did...
Care member
Sarie B.
Washington, DC
$25-42/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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.
Beverly H.
Washington, DC
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Energetic And Creative Babysitter With Strong Background In Education
5.0
(1)
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, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Jamila D.
Washington, DC
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available Full-Time For Companionship, Light Housekeeping And Meal Prepping
5.0
(1)
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.
Hi! My name is Marlo and I am 28 years old. I have my masters degree in psychology and am in my final months of graduate school earning my doctorate. I will be a psychologist as of 8/31/2021 (PsyD). I genuinely enjoy caring for, and teaching, kids and teens and consider myself engaged, patient, and reliable. I have a long...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Washington, DC
Tykisha T.
5.0
She's punctual, reliable and my daughter adore her.
Thank you Ms.TT
- Terry J.
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.
Kaitlyn K.
5.0
Kaitlyn is such an incredible nanny and just a sweet blessing to our whole family! She started when our third child was only 8 weeks old and was so sweet and loving towards him. I instantly felt comfortable and secure with her in our home while caring for my children...her sweet spirit radiates! She...
- Lauren B.
Marlo B.
5.0
Marlo is an excellent caregiver! We currently use her for occasional date nights. Our daughter really loves her and she is great with her!
- Elizabeth H.
Meredith R.
5.0
Meets all my requests and if I told her specific details she follows them kids listen to her and she comes in on short notice keeps the house clean
- Dapre S.
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Ratings for Washington, DC special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Washington, DC are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 50 reviews of the 168 listed special needs caregivers.