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Susan A.

Experienced.special Needs Mom. Looking To See What I Can Learn From Your Child, As Well As What I

Potomac, MD

4.8(1)
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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Work with various levels of autism, verbal & nonverbal, behavioral, children with feeding tubes, children with emotional, mental and or physical disorders to minimal LD. Each is a child and unique and first a individual, whom wants to learn, love play and be accepted like everyone else.

Alin C. says "Susan is very caring and helpful. She did great with my son."

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I've Had A Passion To Work In The Special Needs Field Since I Was 12.

Potomac, MD

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Hi there! I'm Maddy, and caring for others has always been at the heart of who I am. I've been a Pre-K Special Education teacher since 2020, and before that, I began working as a 1:1 caregiver in 2018. My journey in the special needs community started back in 2015, and since then, I've had the privilege of supporting children...
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Special Needs Assistant

Potomac, MD

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Hi, my name is Josie and I'm currently living in the DMV area. I graduated from the University of Alabama in 2021 with a degree in English. Since then, I have been working in the school system with kids that have special needs (autism, ADHD, etc). Looking forward to helping your family out and getting to know your kids!
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Super Care Giver!

Potomac, MD

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$25/hr
I have tons of experience working with children and adults with special needs. My responsibilities in detail: - Organized creative projects and provided fun arts and crafts activities - Participated in outdoor activities such as sports or playing games - Prepare nutritious meals and snacks for the child - Run errands for...
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Potomac, MD

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$19/hr
I am a Compassionate and dedicated maryland board Certified Nursing Assistant with 16 years of experience providing high-quality patient care in long-term care and hospital, and rehabilitation settings. I have passion in assisting with daily living activities (ADLs), monitoring vital signs, and maintaining accurate patient care...
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Flexible Caregiver Avalaible!!!

Rockville, MD

4.7(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am an experienced Caregiver with CPR and First Aid certifications. Organized and collaborative team player strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Proficient in caring for geriatric patients to improve overall health and well being. I managed the daily activities and recreation of children with special need.

Ellen O. says "We only had Diane for 3 hours but she was great. What I loved the most was that she interacted with my infant twins so well, and she played with them a...

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Rockville, MD

4.0(0)
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$19/hr
1 year experience
My name is Rachel and I am a child care/special needs professional. I have experience working with children of all ages from all different circumstances and abilities. I am also open to working with teens and adults. I am caring, creative, responsible, energetic, perceptive, and engaging with a great sense of humor and a focus...
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Silver Spring, MD

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
7 years experience
Hello, My name is Renee. I am 23 years old. I am an EMT with Sandy Spring Vol Fire Department (since 2013), I was also active duty Navy, Corpsman/Medic (since 2015). I have experience with special needs, persons on the spectrum, kids and the elderly. I've grown up assisting my mother who has cerebral palsy. I am here to help...
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Young, Female Caregiver | ABA Behavioral Therapist | CPR And Special Needs Certified

Vienna, VA

3.5(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi there, My name is Jada . I am very passionate about caregiving, education and child development! I'm an experienced Bilingual Special Education Teacher. I also work as an adult/child disabilities executive functioning, social and ocupacional coach. Additionally here on care. com, I nanny, pet/house sit, babysit and...

Care Member says "Jada has watched both my dog and my baby. She is competent, smart, punctual, flexible and reliable. Both my dog, who can be difficult with strangers,...

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Experienced Sitter For Elderly And Children (incl. Special Needs)

Kensington, MD

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've had all 3 covid vaccination shots & have my records card signed & dated. I have worked with dev-disabled adults and children for over 20 years now. I've worked in DDA-certified group homes as well as provided respite care for family caregivers in private homes. I believe that developmentally-disabled people are very similar...
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Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
2 years experience
I have had the pleasure of working for a while with a young child who was hearing impaired and I really enjoyed working with him on a weekly basis. For a short time I had the pleasure of caring for an older lady who was suffering from dementia before she passed. Our days were spent with me listening to stories of her past and...

Carla E. says "Tabatha is very dependable and great with kids!"

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Aspiring Counselor / Present Caregiver

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
It is with great interest that I am submitting my resume to become a dedicated caregiver. I am fueled by great ambition towards working as a reliable hand. My focus is to sustain growth within the minds and hearts of those in need. Moreover, I am well versed in managing meals, creating fun and informative activities, and showing...
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Certified Nurses Assistant, General Nurses Assistant

Germantown, MD

3.7(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a Certified Nurses Assistant and Geriatric Nurses Assistant. I have 3 years of experience working with individuals who have special needs. I am willing to drive and do household cleaning whenever possible.

Nyaboke B. says "I needed help with my daughter for about six months while I was working in Washington DC ...I was very hesitant at first with the website and finding...

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Care Provider

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Kristin. I have been doing pick up drop offs for 15 years. I also have experience with children on the autism spectrum and emotionally disturbed children. I have studied early childhood development and nursing. I am honest, loving and responsible. I have 4 children of my own (3 teens, 1 baby). With all of their...
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Friendly Care Giver

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Friendly caregiver with various certifications. I have experience in working with babies, infants children with special needs and seniors

Amber V. says "Gifty is a "Gift" sent from above. I have a 19 year old special needs son and she knew exactly how to work with him. She was very patient when he had one...

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Kind & Compassionate Caregiver

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a recent graduate of a local occupational therapy assistant (OTA) program and am currently studying for the national board exam. During my 2+ years in the program, I completed fieldwork in various settings including; schools, psychosocial, assisted living, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation. With that being said, I...

Lisa E. says "Victor is absolutely outstanding! He cared for our two dogs when we were away to attend a wedding. We normally take them to a pet hotel, but our older,...

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Dignity Provided With Care!

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as extremely kind, thoughtful and focused . I like caring for seniors and people with special needs because I genuinely enjoy helping people feel comfortable and safe. In my spare time, I like to hike, camp fish, and read. I also enjoy growing plants. One thing you should know about...

Adriana C. says "Rhonda has been very reliable and is a hard worker. She is knowledgeable about special needs and has good communication skills. We are very please with...

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Private Nurse

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a retired Registered Nurse, Physical Therapist and Massage Therapist from Scandinavia/ North Europe. I provide full range of services with Special needs, including skilled Nursing/ Rehabilitative/ Personal Care, which is top quality, highly personalized care. I have experience with most hospital ICU unit equipment use and...

Evy K. says "Monica has been my RN and Physical Therapist a long time. She has unbelievable amount of patience and uncanny knowledge how to care for a 93 years old woman...

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Babbysitter/nanny

Derwood, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, my name is Katie! I am 20 years old and am going to be a junior at St. Lawrence University this fall! I have been babysitting/nannying since I was about 14. I have been a pet time nanny and also long term babysitter for children ranging from infant-15 years old. While I have limited experience directly nannying children with...

Jacqueline S. says "Katie cared for our 2 children, 3 and 18 months, all summer in 2021. She was always on time, polite and flexible. She prepared meals, played with...

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From Texas

Herndon, VA

4.6(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Introducing Miss F, an experienced nanny who offers exceptional care for your child. With her warm and nurturing personality, your child will feel comfortable and safe under her supervision. But that's not all - Miss F has a special skill set that sets her apart from other nannies. She has extensive experience working with...

Jennifer T. says "I can't begin to express my gratitude for Miss F.'s impact on my life. She came into our home and has been such an immense help. My husband has been a...

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  • 60 special needs child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.20/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs child care is 4.0

Recent special needs child care reviews from local parents in Potomac, MD

Special Needs Child Care in Potomac, MD are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care

Susan A.

Susan is very caring and helpful. She did great with my son.

- Alin C.

Diane N.

We only had Diane for 3 hours but she was great. What I loved the most was that she interacted with my infant twins so well, and she played...

- Ellen O.

Jada W.

Jada has watched both my dog and my baby. She is competent, smart, punctual, flexible and reliable. Both my dog, who can be difficult with...

- Care member

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