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Gabriela O.

Derwood, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
19 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
With almost two decades of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, I am passionate about creating a nurturing and stimulating environment. Such experience has provided me with a strong foundation for understanding child development. I enjoy engaging children through outdoor activities, board games,...

Nadine T. says "I was apprehensive about hiring someone in my home for the first time, and meeting Gabby changed my whole outlook! She has a great personality, can-do...

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Sharifa K.

Special Needs Care Giver

Derwood, MD

from
$17/hr
I am an experienced caregiver. I treat my clients with respect, friendship, love and care. I am hardworking and professional.
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Tanya C.

Certified Medical Assistant

Derwood, MD

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been caring for patients for years! I've worked for a plastic surgeon since I was 19. Now I am a CMA so that I can provide extra levels of care. I can provide many areas of care such as post surgery, CPR, injections, as well as all bodily care. I'm strong and can lift, I can take you to appointments and set up meals and...
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Cecelia E.

Kind And Calm Nurse Caregiver

Derwood, MD

from
$45/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as thoughtful, kind, and patient. I like caring for people with special needs because I have experience as a caregiver, I find it rewarding, and I'm good at it. I'm looking for a job that allows me to build deep relationships and meaningfully impact an individual and their family. I have been...
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Arabella P.

Derwood, MD

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Bella! I am currently a Junior at Flagler College studying Deaf and Elementary Education. I have extensive experience with a wide variety of children, including those with special needs! I am fluent in both English and Spanish and I am currently taking my fifth year of American Sign Language.
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Rameswari S.

Child Care

Derwood, MD

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
Nurturing children and witnessing their development is my passion. For the past seven years, I have provided care while supporting families. I am patient, calm, and follow your lead when enforcing household rules. I am comfortable caring for one child at a time. I have a graduate degree and experience with special needs...
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Bridget F.

Derwood, MD

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Nurturing the growth and well-being of children is my professional focus. I have completed coursework in Early Childhood Development, which informs my patient and calm approach to care. I am a previous preschool teacher in the public school system and worked in a special needs classroom, with lead teacher certification. Whether...
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Andrew C.

Derwood, MD

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hello I just wanted to formally introduce myself to you. My name is Andrew and im very interested in the job. I'm a very hard working individual. I grew being the oldest so I had responsibilities taking care of my younger sisters so I personal experience when taking care of kids. I'm very positive and optimistic when it comes...
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Rahila M.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Nurturing children comes naturally to me, and I have 20 years of experience caring for children aged 0-11. My previous babysitting roles solidified my desire to positively impact young lives, so I approach each day with patience, creativity, and a friendly demeanor. I am comfortable caring for up to two children at a time. I...

Care Member says "We used Rahila as a daytime nanny and night nurse from when our son was 3 months old to approximately 9 months old. Now we still use her for occasional...

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Sarah T.

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, my passion for fostering children's growth and development drives my every action. With 13 years of experience, I've had the privilege of positively impacting children's lives. My patient and calm nature, coupled with my creativity and approachability, creates a nurturing...

Jess C. says "Sarah is simply an amazing nanny! Sarah worked with our family for a year starting when our son was a newborn until he was about a year old. Sarah is...

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Sarah B.

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been in the caretaking business for 12 years now. I have experience working with all ages of children and have been a nanny for 8 families. As well as experience working with special needs children. I love inspiring creativity and teaching, as well as reading to and with children. Will provide background check if hired. I...

Care Member says "I can’t say enough good things about Sarah! She is dependable, smart, and fantastic with my 3yr old son. She fosters independence and has taught him...

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Camila M.

Germantown, MD

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Camila, and I'm looking for a full-time or part-time nanny position. With 7+ years of experience as a nanny, including caring for children with special needs, I am dedicated to helping families ease their day-to-day stresses by ensuring their little ones are safe, loved, and happy Key Qualifications: CPR and...

Care Member says "Camila was an absolute pleasure to work with. She provided expert, compassionate care to our infant daughter. Camila is heavily engaged in her...

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Monica M.

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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Charlene O.

Nanny In Your Home

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Hello. I have 20+ years of childcare experience. Children are my passion! I just finish nannying for a family for three years, with four sweet children(4-year-old twins, 7and 9, both with special needs) Both parents are physicians. I created and implemented a daily active structured schedule. I assisted with taking the children...

Rachel W. says "Charlene is a very warm, engaging caregiver. She watches our children, a shy 3 year old, an energetic 8 year old and a dramatic 10 year old and handles...

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Yesenia R.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hello, I am an experienced nanny I have experience working with children from ages newborn to 13 years old. I have completed early childhood classes 1 and 2, I learned about child development and milestones in children ages 0 to preschool years. I assisted and observed children in several classrooms, these classrooms included:...

Andre A. says "Yesenia is a very great nanny! She was very gentle with my son and kept me updated via pictures throughout the day. She also took my son for a walk in the...

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Kathleen K.

Nurturing And Educational Nanny

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a passionate, experienced and fun-loving child care provider who has over 15 years experience teaching and caring for children from newborn to 13 years of age as a teacher's aide at a family child care center, an intern at an elementary school and as a live-in and live-out nanny for many families large and small. My most...

Karla R. says "Kathy is AMAZING! She is great at incorporating my child's interest into their play. For example, he loves Teenage Ninja Turtles and she created a whole...

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Grace C.

Caring Sitter!

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$14/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I love working with kids of all ages! I have two younger siblings, so I would definitely know how to entertain them, as well as help with homework or whatever else they might need! I just recently left the United States Naval Academy in order to pursue a nursing degree, since they do not offer that there. I was in the Best...

Natasha K. says "Grace watched our 11 month old son. She did excellent she came on time and ready to play. She did our sons bedtime routine perfectly; prepared his dinner...

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Icilma J.

Full Time Care Giver

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
personal care
hospice services
home modification
visiting physician
I have been a child care provider for over 25 years and an elderly care provider for over 20 years. I am ambitious, punctual, honest, trustworthy, kind and very reliable. I am certified in CPR and first aid as well as hold certificates in medication technician field and experience with special needs children. I am...

Elizabeth J. says "Icilma is a loving and dependable caregiver. She cared for our elderly mother for 5 years in her home and then part time when she entered a group home....

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Renee W.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(0)
from
$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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Nadya A.

Olney, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am a loving caring person. My clients are just like my grand parents or a family member to me. with my 12 years experience your beloved ones will be taking care of with compassion.

Cindy G. says "Nadya is very professional, warm and engaging. Our daughter, who has special needs, really enjoys being with Nadya."

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $25.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Derwood, MD

Special Needs Caregivers in Derwood, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Gabriela O.

I was apprehensive about hiring someone in my home for the first time, and meeting Gabby changed my whole outlook! She has a great...

- Nadine T.

Rahila M.

We used Rahila as a daytime nanny and night nurse from when our son was 3 months old to approximately 9 months old. Now we still use her for...

- Care member

Sarah T.

Sarah is simply an amazing nanny! Sarah worked with our family for a year starting when our son was a newborn until he was about a year...

- Jess C.

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