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Find special needs child care in Houston, TX that you’ll love
243 special needs child care are listed in Houston, TX
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of October 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 5 years
Special needs child care in Houston, TX
5.0
(1)
I was special needs therapeutic foster parent for 17 years with lots of training in this area. I had these children in my home 24/7 and had input/training from doctors, therapists, OT, pt, school, etc. I also have home-schooled my children and helped out with my grandchildren, one that is in a wheelchair. I have also have...
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(1)
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...
4.8
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
5.0
"Maghan was GREAT! caring for my kid
Very attentive and willing to help out at any time I needed her
She'll be a GREAT person for you to hire to be with your kids!!"
Christopher S.
Lugene R.
Houston, TX
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Conscientious And Attentive Caregiver For Special Needs Child, Teen, Or Adult.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My background is in teaching school for over 15 years, all ages and subjects, mostly English, ESL, Music, Speech, and Drama. Since then I have been a writer for 17 years. I am certified in Special Education and have worked with teens lin foster care living in a group home. My interest is in Autism. I have been learning about it...
5.0
"Our family would highly recommend Lugene. Aside from being exceptionally nice and caring, she is very reliable and dependable. She cares a lot about doing a great job. She took really good care of our special needs adult son who has seizure disorder and multiple...
Jane B.
5.0
(1)
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.
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)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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 has been taking care of our family for over a year now, and I doubt I could write enough positive things about her here to truly reflect how wonderful she has been. Her primary responsibility has been watching our youngest child, who is currently age 4 and...
Linda R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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
"Vickie is very patient, dependable and truly loves to care for others. For over a year, Vickie has cared for our adolescent son with special needs providing sitting and overnight services. Vickie is trustworthy and I highly recommend her."
Loraine L.
Nobuhle H.
Houston, TX
$21-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Nobu. I live in CT. I've been working with autistic kids. Let me know if you're interested and I can give you references.
Thank you
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Guadalupe, been doing caregiving with 17 years of experience. I have worked with children and adults. I am CPR certified and Graduated Medical Assistant, Bilingual with Great References. I am experienced with Cerebral Palsy, ALS, Diabetes, Alzheimer, Dementia, Anxiety Disorders, Panic Attacks. Hoyer lifter,...
5.0
"Very good caretaker she worked her ways into making my parents smile and feel comfortable."
Elayla O.
Brenda W.
Houston, TX
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Brenda, and I am a highly experienced caregiver with over 10 years of experience working with individuals of all ages with a wide range of diagnoses that are described in my profile. I am committed to providing compassionate care and support for individuals and families, and I am experienced in a range of tasks...
5.0
"Brenda is very kind, gentle, thoughtful, and attentive. She was great with our daughter who is struggling with some post covid mental health issues. REALLY appreciated her help and knowledge!"
Shanaya A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working with students with learning disabilities, dyslexia, ADHD, and speech impediment. I also have worked with children who are autistic.
5.0
"Martha is a great. She has compassion and calmness, and she has experience in dealing with different types of children including special needs with different needs. She is punctual and detailed, and can work in challenging situations, and reliable. I would highly...
Julie K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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 as well as my other children as if they were her own....
Nadiya S.
Kimberly G.
Houston, TX
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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."
Lorraine M.
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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 first day I knew Kaitlyn was more than capable of...
Michael C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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
"Susan is a bright light in an often too dark world. If you have an opportunity to work with - don't miss out! Game changer!"
Cailin J.
5.0
(1)
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."
Kenneth K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I cared for a wheelchair bound patient who was partially paralyzed from a condition called Transverse Myelitis when she was 2 years old. I aided in all of her care, from transferring, bathing, to bladder/bowel regimens. She was 15-18 years old when I cared for her.
I am a very patient compassionate person and truly enjoy...
5.0
"Our child is very shy and takes a while to warm up to a person, however, Katrina is the first person to bring our daughter out of her shell. She fell in Love with Katrina from day one. When shes with our daughter, no one else can be around, she will give you bad...
Christina L.
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Recent special needs child care reviews in Houston, TX
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.
Lugene R.
5.0
Our family would highly recommend Lugene. Aside from being exceptionally nice and caring, she is very reliable and dependable. She cares a lot about doing a great job. She took really good care of our special needs adult son who has seizure disorder and multiple challenges.
- Jane B.
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.
Vickie B.
5.0
Vicki has a warm and caring way and our daughter with special needs liked her from the start. Vicki is caring and professional and we enjoy how she interacts with all of us especially our daughter.
- Brian D.
Guadalupe J.
5.0
Guadalupe is very dependable, on time, and patient with her clients. She always there when I needed her to care for my mom. My mom had alot of medical needs and Guadalupe was willing to learn what it takes to care for her. My mom was very comfortable with Guadalupe, which made me feel better knowing...
- Care member
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Ratings for Houston, TX special needs child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Child Care in Houston, TX are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 108 reviews of the 243 listed special needs child care.