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159 special needs caregivers are listed in Washington, DC
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Washington, DC
Felicia W.
Washington, DC
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I am a energetic caretaker and educator with a passion for kids and helping them grow. I am a returned Peace Corps Volunteer where I worked as an educator and youth development specialist. I also have extensive experience as a camp counselor, tutor, special needs aide, nursing assistant, and just your average neighborhood...
Felicia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
Dodji with us for 4 weeks while I recovered from surgery and she gave our 18-month-old daughter excellent, responsible care. I never worried about my kiddo when she was out with Dodji and I really appreciated the kindness and warmth she demonstrated, even when my daughter was being difficult because she missed her mom. Dodji was...
Dodji can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification or positive reinforcement. Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to...
Iyana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Charlotte J.
Washington, DC
$19/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, warm, and gentle.
I like working with kids because of my work experience. I spent a year substitute teaching in an elementary school (and working with special needs children). I love cultivating a safe environment that children can grow and learn in.
I baby-sat my neighbor's 5 and...
Charlotte can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Joshua F.
Washington, DC
$16-21/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi there! I am a current undergraduate student at Georgetown University looking to help out in the D. C. area! I am originally from the UK but have also lived abroad in Singapore and now the United States. I have experience with childcare through tutoring, babysitting, and working with children who have special needs. I hope...
Joshua can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hello! I'm originally from California, but moved to DC for college. I studied theater education with a minor in child psychology. Since graduating, I have worked as a nanny for a variety of families. I have a history in watching multiple children, twins, newborns, and special needs children. In the past few years, I changed...
Claire can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
I just finished a year of service with AmeriCorps NCCC and am waiting to start a new job now. I have lots of experience with children of all ages and have been babysitting for almost 8 years now. I also currently work and have worked in the past as a substitute teacher in elementary schools and pre-schools. I have experience...
Eleanor can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 15 years of experience caring for children (0-12 y/o). I started babysitting infants + babies at 12 years old and continued throughout high school at the Bryn Mawr School for Girls in Baltimore, where I began babysitting toddlers at our lower school. I have extensive experience tutoring in English, Math and Spanish 1. I...
Tyra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate of The Ohio State University with a major in special education. I have been babysitting since I was in 6th grade, for my neighbors who are 6 years younger than me and are twins. I also babysat my cousin from when she was 10 months old to present at 2 years old. I often work with children and adults in the...
Tara can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
I have experience in Nannying for kids, infants, toddlers, preteens, and also special needs children. I'm friendly, loving, caring, loves children, and I'm also reliable. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and Nannying for about 12 years. I look forward to hearing from you and your family. You will not be...
Kaitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Special Needs Care
I have 6 years of paid experience with childcare. I love kids of all ages from infants to teens. I am available all week except on Saturdays. I can take care of chores around the house and of pets as well if needed. I love cooking so I can take care of meals and make sure I serve your child yummy and balanced dishes. I have...
Juliette can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Amiya M.
Washington, DC
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
My experience includes babysitting, and I'm excited to support families by providing reliable childcare. I have a calm and patient demeanor, which helps create a nurturing environment for children. I keep parents updated on their child's day through written reports and verbal communication at pickup. I'm comfortable enforcing...
Amiya can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Eliza B.
Washington, DC
$22-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a passionate childcare provider with a deep love for fostering children's growth and development. I have experience working as a nanny and I also volunteer with children with special needs at a pediatric hospital in DC and work in the children's ministry at my church. I understand that every child is unique, so I tailor my...
Eliza can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
CPR. First Aid, special needs children and or adults. Monday through Thursday I work as medical assistant. I am a full time mom of two children.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Taylor B.
Washington, DC
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone, my name is Taylor and I am a very experienced babysitter on Capitol Hill. After what was supposed to be a one-time babysitting evening I fell in love with taking care of kids when I had free time. From special needs kids to infants and young teens. I have far and wide experience with all and nothing is a surprise to...
Taylor can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello families of care. com!
I believe I am equipped and able to serve the families of D. C. well in the nurture and care of their children for several reasons. I offer your family over 15 years of childcare and related field experience. This ranged in ages newborn to high school, and with varying level of care needs such as...
Rebecca can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love children and I chose to be a babysitter because of that. I really love learning everyday with them. They have a lot to learn from us about any questions about life. I have many experiences with children, babies, toddlers, teens, special needs and newborns as well. I teach in different contexts, I worked as a nanny, at...
Barbara can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hello I am Nadine Elliott, a freshman at Howard University studying Architectural Engineering and Computer Science. I was raised in State College, Pennsylvania which is the town where Penn State main campus is located. I grew up within a household of 11 people, 2 of which are special needs and require a lot of attention and...
Nadine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Diamond and I'm a senior at Bowie State University. I love working with children and have babysat since I was 15 years old. For two years I was a Dedicated aide for special needs students at Creative Minds International Public Charter School and I am currently a Teacher's assistant for second grade. This...
Diamond can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Emma N.
Washington, DC
$25-28/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 years of experience as a sitter working with children of different ages and backgrounds. I am a recent Social Work graduate and have a substantial knowledge base of child life development. I most recently worked at Big Brothers Big Sisters and really enjoyed working with the youth there. I have experience working with...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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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 52 reviews of the 159 listed special needs caregivers.