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257 special needs child care are listed in Houston, TX

The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 5 years

Special needs child care in Houston, TX

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Claudia Z.


Houston, TX

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny

5.0

(2)

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Caregiver with over 20 years of experience on different areas including agencies, private duty and in-school assistance for students with special needs. Extremely capable and compassionate individual with extensive experience in elderly and children care-giving. Hard-working, honest, self- starter and willing to go beyond...
5.0
"We were fortunate to have Claudia work for 3 years with our now 12-year-old daughter who has significant special needs and disabilities. Claudia cared for our girl very deeply, and always put her safety,...

Reviewed by Leslie S.

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Shantel P.


Houston, TX

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care, Special Needs Care Provider

5.0

(10)

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Hi there, seeking families! I'm a 31-year-old Critical Care Registered Nurse, clinical instructor, nanny, babysitter, caregiver with about 16+ years of experience in caring for all ages (infants, toddlers, teens, adults, etc.). I've worked as a caregiver at home health agencies for disabilities, babysitter at a daycare setting,...
5.0
"Shantel has kept my (toddler and infant) daughters and has done a wonderful job each time. She is a great caregiver. I would definitely recommend and work with her again!"

Reviewed by Alexis B.

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Shantel P.


Houston, TX

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Specialist in Special Needs

5.0

(1)

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I have gained the love to care for individuals with disabilities for years through the inspiration of sick grandparents, work, and nursing school. While working and progressing through nursing school, I've learned to work with seizures, GI tubes, and bed baths, and how to work with individuals with intellectual/behavior...
5.0
"Shantel is uplifting, bright, and dependable!"

Reviewed by Ann H.

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Amber B.


Houston, TX

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special needs

5.0

(1)

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As a skilled and enthusiastic mother with experience. I have honed my creativity, motivational skills to help others. Common responsibilities include a daily plan of action, organizing and learning from the client themselves. Assist with daily life tasks. Strong empathy skills, communicative and approachable personality. I have...
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Evelyn T.


Houston, TX

$10-35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs Service Provider (Certified)

5.0

(1)

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I have worked with children with a variety of disabilities: Rhett's, Autism, Blind, Deaf, Speech Impairments, Gait training, Learning Disability, Emotionally Disturbed, Down Syndrome, and many others. No child is too difficult to learn. I do believe all children can learn. I am experienced and well trained.
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Tammy T.


Houston, TX

$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Need Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I am interested in this position as it relates to my experience, knowledge in Home Health Care Industry and my passion with helping people maintain an active life in their home. I am a Home Health Aide with over 20 yrs of experience. I have worked with wonderful clients ranging from Companionship, Cancer, Dementia, and...
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Maghan A.


Houston, TX

$25-40/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Or Care Giver

4.8

(5)

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I'm a Caring Applied Behavior Analysis Specialist dedicated to autism care. Credentialed with a Master's Degree in Psychology (Specialization In Applied Behavior Analysis- AUTISM) and related experience in working with children who have mental disabilities. Currently getting supervision hours to become a Board Certified Behavior...
4.0
"I have had the privilege of working with Maghan for the past 3 plus years. Maghan is very dependable and always goes over and beyond to get the job done. Maghan is very caring and works well with our clients....

Reviewed by Lana W.

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Spring L.


Houston, TX

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

A Mature And Loving Nanny/caretaker With Experience In Special Needs Children And Elderly Adults.

5.0

(2)

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Hello, my name is Spring. I am a part-time photographer and full-time caregiver, devoted to my very large family, and fun-loving pets. With children, I've extensive experience with Autism and Down's syndrome. My skills range from emotional/physical/cognitive issues, bowel and bladder incontinence, bathing and dressing, tube...
5.0
"Spring was an absolute gift to my family at a critical transition point in our lives. My son is on the autism spectrum and exhibits a number of behaviors which come and go (some more extreme than others) and...

Reviewed by Josephine F.

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Marie A.


Houston, TX

$22-35/hr • 9 yrs exp

A Special Needs Profile

4.5

(2)

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I have 9 years experience with children with special needs. I have experience with autism, down syndrome, and a child with bipolar disorder. I also have worked with special needs children 2-4 days a week at an elementary school as a volunteer. I also attended Stephen F. Austin University and majored in special education and I...
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Maritza L.


Houston, TX

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I am 10+ years experience with Autism and have excellent references from previous families. I assist with behavior, potty training, feeding, and gain dependent skills.
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Cynthia D.


Houston, TX

$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Special Education Teacher At SAISD

5.0

(3)

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I was born and raised at a private non-profit community for adults with intellectual disabilities. I have babysit children and adults with special needs for over 10 years. I have direct care experience and currently registered as an employee of Consumer Direct Services for Texas. I am a full time teacher for SAISD in an ACE...
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Vickie B.


Houston, TX

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Personal Assistant

5.0

(5)

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Hello, my name is Vickie! I love helping. My experience allowed me to work with families with diverse backgrounds and their needs, engaging their everyday life. I provides direct care to special needs/mentally challenged patients, teens, young adult, and seniors care. I assist clients/patients with their everyday daily living...
5.0
"So happy we net Vickie through Care.com. She has helped me out so much over the past year and has become a part of our family."

Reviewed by Jan C.

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Sybrina P.


Houston, TX

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Senior Care

5.0

(8)

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I am a energetic positive self starter compassionate person who love taking care of all people. I've worked Healthcare over 38 years. I'm a quick learner and pay attention to detail. I have 30+ years in geriatric care, Diabetic, COPD, CHF, Med Supervision, Blind/ Low or No Vision Stroke w/Paralysis, COPD, CHF, O2, ROM,...
5.0
"Very sweet and professional and just the right care I need for my son she will be always be my go to person she asked all questions and very understanding and great on communication highly Recommend to any one...

Reviewed by Laterica H.

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Kimberly G.


Houston, TX

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

4.0

(1)

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I have encountered many patients of special needs. I love them. I love being a companion and making them smile. Although I've never been hired for someone with special needs such as seizures etc.. I would not mind at all giving it a try. I am very open minded and love to help in any way I can.
4.0
"She has an upbeat attitude and positive references."

Reviewed by Lorraine M.

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Joyce B.


Houston, TX

$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Child Care

5.0

(1)

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I have good experience with special needs. I love the work and I am very passionate with it. I have worked with autism, mental retardation, bipolar disorder, mood disorder, sleep disorder, pica disorder, ADHD and many others. Since I have good experience with different kinds of illness, I feel passionate about what I do. I love...
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Kaitlyn A.


Houston, TX

$15-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Availible

5.0

(1)

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I am a graduate student pursuing my masters in social work with a focus in mental and behavioral health. I have worked with folks with a variety of disabilities from autism to epilepsy to spinal cord injury. I am a fast learner with a passion for helping families with disabilities.
5.0
"I hired Kaitlyn to care for my special needs son who is diagnosed with autism. He can be very difficult at times because of his meltdowns and challenging behaviors. Especially with a new caregiver. After the...

Reviewed by Michael C.

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Susan T.


Houston, TX

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun, Friendly And Neat!

5.0

(2)

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Hello, I am a certified Educator in English Language Arts and Reading, Special Education and ESL. I have 4 grown children. I miss caring for them! I also know the need to feel comfortable as a parent.
5.0
"We hired Susan to help us take care of our special needs child, who is non-verbal autistic. She was great. Very compassionate and caring and patient too. She was also able to tutor our other child with some...

Reviewed by Catherine B.

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Neema N.


Houston, TX

$24-28/hr • 7 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

5.0

(3)

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I have been working with special needs for 7 years. I have worked with babies, youth and adults. I love helping families. I am dependent, flexible, patient, trustworthy, honest, motivated, kind, lovable, and hardworking. I enjoy doing craft, play with toys any kinds, play at the park, in the back yard, I love music, enjoy...
5.0
"Neema worked as a nanny for my special needs child for 3 years and we love her! Always punctual, respectful, considerate and just a joy to have in our home. She is full of love and took care of my special child...

Reviewed by Nadiya S.

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Alison S.


Houston, TX

$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(1)

Background Check

Missions, accomplished! Challenges, overcome! Impossibility, possibilities! In my presence, no sentences ever begin with I can't, only I can! Lease on life: If it is to be, it is up to me! The little engine that could! - I think I can, I think I can!
5.0
"Thanks very much Alison for your help."

Reviewed by Kenneth K.

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Tasha H.


Houston, TX

$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hello my name is Tasha and I have 8 years of effective experience with a CPR certification. I am writing to introduce myself as a driven and compassionate Nanny who has exceptional communication and childcare skills. Owing to my extensive childcare and housekeeping experiences, I can effectively take care of your children and...

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Houston, TX

Claudia Z.

5.0

We were fortunate to have Claudia work for 3 years with our now 12-year-old daughter who has significant special needs and disabilities. Claudia cared for our girl very deeply, and always put her safety, well-being and happiness above all else. She was a conscientious and devoted caregiver who only...

- Leslie S.

Shantel P.

5.0

Shantel provided back up care for us. She was fantastic! Prompt and professional. She clearly knows how to nurture children. She fed my toddler, played with her, gave her high quality attention, and did some light cleaning. I would hire Shantel again.

- Catherine A.

Shantel P.

5.0

Shantel is uplifting, bright, and dependable!

- Ann H.

Maghan A.

5.0

Maghan was fantastic, our kids and dogs fell in love with her immediately (and that's not common for us)!!! She arrived a couple mins early (awesome to get a punctual jump on date night) and stayed alert even though we had a pretty late evening. Kind, friendly, and great with our special needs son,...

- Ashley C.

Spring L.

5.0

Spring was an absolute gift to my family at a critical transition point in our lives. My son is on the autism spectrum and exhibits a number of behaviors which come and go (some more extreme than others) and Spring handled him with grace, poise, compassion, kindness and empathy. She is warm, calm,...

- Josephine F.

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Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Child Care in Houston, TX are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 110 reviews of the 257 listed special needs child care.