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164 special needs caregivers are listed in Washington, DC

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Washington, DC

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Sheila K.


Washington, DC

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Above Average Nanny

5.0

(3)

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am Sheila. A single mother of three amazing adult daughters that I have raised single handedly. I live with my two youngest daughters in NE/DC and our two wonderful pet family members. I have a degree in child development/psychology and continue to educate myself on the whole development of children. I have had the privilege...
Sheila can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Sheila provides excellent care. I felt completely comfortable with her and learned a lot from her. She cared for my son as an infant and interacted with my 3 yr old daughter when home from preschool. Sheila is really knowledgeable about child development. She has a...

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Beverly H.


Washington, DC

$18-25/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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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, personal care, visiting nurse
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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Marlo B.


Washington, DC

$17-25/hr9 yrs exp

Special Needs Care For Evenings And After School

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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Elise F.


Washington, DC

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Nursing Student With Special Needs Experience

My name is Elise and I'm a nursing student at a University. I have experience with taking care of children of all ages from both a nannying and medical perspective. Before I moved for college, I worked as a nanny for several different families for several years, and I loved every minute of it. I'll be back home in the DFW area...
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Talia M.


Washington, DC

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hi! I'm Talia. I started caregiving in 2022 by doing home healthcare and volunteering with SEIU2015. I'd describe my personality as calm, patient, and bright! I've worked with people with dementia, schizophrenia, autism, bipolar, ADHD, wheelchair users, amputees, and mobility issues. In my spare time, I like to work on craft...
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Juliana D.


Washington, DC

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Childcare/ Helper For Children With Special Needs

Throughout my undergraduate and graduate years I gained experience working with children with special needs, which has been cemented throughout my fellowship year to become a speech therapist. I love working with children with special needs and am grateful for my educational background which helps me gain a sensory and...
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Katia A.


Washington, DC

$30-40/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

For me, every person is a different world. An amazing beautiful world. we all have things to share and love to give. I have an immense passion for working with people with special needs. I love helping them and teaching them and in this process I also learn from them. I have had the opportunity to care for children in the autism...
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Emily D.


Washington, DC

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

I am currently a teacher at Beauvoir elementary school. I recently moved from Savannah, where I was the head of museum education at a historical house. Because of this, I know how to stimulate a child's mind through activity and education. I not only have an extensive resume on childcare, but I also have in-depth experience on...
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Emma J.


Washington, DC

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Teaching Special Ed Nanny

Hi, I'm Emma and I am from Washington, D. C. In college I majored in Special Education and I have worked with all types of exceptional children. I am accustomed to feeding via gtube, assisting with doctors appointments and various therapies, and many different machines. I have been a full one nanny for little ones with sensory...
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Iman F.


Washington, DC

$36-50/hr2 yrs exp

Former Special Educator

I am an Ivy League educated former special education reading intervention teacher. I recently pivoted from full time work to prepare for examinations for further graduate study and to have this flexibility to pursue tutoring and caregiving opportunities . I am a master multitasker who loves spending time with youth to provide...
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Annaliese M.


Washington, DC

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Seeking Opportunities

I have worked as a special education teacher in Maryland for the past two years and have my bachelor's degree in Elementary and Special Education. I really enjoy my current position, and am looking to gain more experience working with a wider variety of individuals. I have my own transportation and am willing to drive, as well!
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Darren R.


Washington, DC

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Full-time Or Part-time Caregiver

I have spent the last two years working with children and adults with special needs. I have experience working with people diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down syndrome, OCD, and nonverbal children. I have a passion for this population and I am currently pursuing a Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis.
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Casey K.


Washington, DC

$50/hr

Orton-Gillingham Certified

I am certified in Orton-Gillingham and can provide tutoring support to students with dyslexia, and students looking for reading support. I am certified through the Institute of Multi-sensory Education (IMSE).
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Ashley H.


Washington, DC

$18-20/hr4 yrs exp

ABA Therapy Experience

I understand that it can be challenging for families when it comes to providing the best care for their child with special needs 100% of the time. It has been a true blessing and personal reward to accommodate families with the care and any other house chores for a family in need. My past job related experiences are subject to...
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Agnes N.


Washington, DC

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

I do have experience working with Children adults youths with Autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities
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Elizabeth R.


Washington, DC

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Elizabeth Short Description

Hey! I am Elizabeth. I am 40 years old and I am living here in United States 2 years ago. I am very responsible, reliable and very kind. My passion is to help others. I'd describe my personality as kind, reliable, responsible and very active. I like caring for people with special needs because I feel that is my vocation. I'm...
I studied psychology in my country of origin, I worked specifically in the clinical area attending cases of anxiety, depression, relational dynamics in families. In addition, I worked in contexts where situations were extremely difficult due to social issues, so I had to take care of people with different problems.
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Chloe L.


Washington, DC

$18-22/hr6 yrs exp

Hi there! I've worked with a variety of kids through babysitting, being a counselor at summer camp, volunteering at a pre-school for kids of all abilities, and interning as a juvenile case manager for kids of all different backgrounds. I enjoy being around kids and teens and I'm currently getting my masters in social work. I am...
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Audrey P.


Washington, DC

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

1.0

(1)

I have many years of experience working with special needs individuals. I truly look forward to meeting your love one and making wonderful memories.

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Ratings for Washington, DC special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Washington, DC are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 70 reviews of the 164 listed special needs caregivers.