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159 special needs caregivers are listed in Washington, DC
The average rate is $19/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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My name is Destinee. I have over 20 years of experience working with children in all different capacities. I have worked originally as a bus driver for special needs children in Texas for over 10 years. I have my drivers license and am able to complete any requested safety trainings. I am a mother of six grown up and successful...
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I care for children I work at a school as a paraprofessional where I assist special needs children and young teens with their daily goals which I have done for five years as of now and I'm available evenings and sundays as well
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Hello! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 2 years of experience caring for special needs children and adults. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional tasks if requested. I am currently in a post-grad program to attain my teaching license, so I...
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I have 10 years of experience. I've worked for many years with special needs. I've worked with all ages. I can help around the house with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I also love pets and can be extremely flexible.
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Hello! I have 10+ years of experience as a nanny, babysitter, and Au Pair. I am a college grad, and work for the federal gov. I am a vaccinated non-smoker with a car who loves spending time with kids, and coming up with fun activities! I spent a year as an Au Pair in Australia, have experience helping kids with virtual learning...
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As I said, I am fluent in both English and Spanish, and know a good amount of French! I am currently majoring in Psychology and minoring in Education with the hope of eventually becoming a speech or occupational therapist for kids. During high school, I baby sat and tutored kids from ages 3-12 for 4 years. 3 summers ago I...
Anna M.
Washington, DC
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I would describe myself as an artistic, patient, and outdoorsy person. In my free time I often work on art projects, hike, or just enjoy the outdoors, all things I would love to share in a caregiving role. I have prior experience working with children, including those with special needs. Working with kids is fulfilling to me...
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Hi, my name is Sara. I have experience working with and taking care of children in multiple different settings. I have worked for two summers as an overnight camp counselor, as a tutor for 1:1 youth mentoring, as a teaching aid in a classroom, and have volunteered with a therapy group in a pediatric clinic working with children...
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I was born in Cameroon and raised in France.
My name is Emily
I am outgoing, passionate, creative, caring, communicative, compassionate, honest, energetic, loving, trustworthy, patient, have great work ethic, and I love people (especially kids) ! I have lots of experience with kids, family, friends, I have worked with...
Felicia W.
Washington, DC
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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...
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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...
Joshua F.
Washington, DC
$16-21/hr • 4 yrs exp
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Hello, I'm Dymond and am so excited to meet you and your family! As the oldest of 7, I have always loved working with kids and becoming apart of their developing journeys. I have a wide array of experience with infants, twins, and children with special needs ranging from 4 weeks to 18 years old. I am BLS/CPR certified and...
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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...
Sierra W.
Washington, DC
$18-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hello reader! I am a college graduate with a BS in economics from the University of Mary Washington. I nannied for a few families through college and am looking to get back into the profession! I have experience being a caretaker for special needs children as well. I love being outdoors, creating crafts/games to keep everyone...
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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...
Maria D.
Washington, DC
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I've been babysitting for about 5 years since I finish high school, and before that I also worked with kids at summer camps.
I enjoy doing activities outside, like going to the park, pool, roller skating, but painting and crafts sometimes are a good idea too!
I'm a PCT, and I'll start nursing school next year. I'm qualified to...
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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...
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Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Washington, DC are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 108 reviews of the 159 listed special needs caregivers.