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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Gaithersburg, MD
The average rate is $20/hr as of July 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Gaithersburg, MD
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a passion for working with people with special needs. Growing up, I was very involved and close with my brother who has Down Syndrome. Before I started teaching, I was a Job Coach for adults with disabilities helping my clients thrive at their jobs.
5.0
"She is delightful and very caring. She understands the needs of our family and is happy to help us as we need her."
Charles A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
5.0
"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, aging dog recuperating from pneumonia needed to stay home. This is the first time we hired a pet sitter. Victor...
Lisa E.
Lia V.
Gaithersburg, MD
$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I am Elida. During the school year I work for MCPS at the high school level. During the summer I work for Montgomery County Recreation Department as a companion and as an inclusion facilitator at Imagination Stage. I am finishing up my bachelors degree in Elementary Special Education. I am also an ABA therapist and my...
5.0
"Lia is lovely and takes great care with our daughter. She is reliable, dedicated, and very much appreciated."
Linda O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Friendly caregiver with various certifications. I have experience in working with babies, infants children with special needs and seniors
5.0
"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 of his "moments" and most of all she she was gracious when I told her I was running late home. Thank you Gifty...
Amber V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have always had a passion to work with children. This is why I am a teacher. I got a bachelors and a masters degree in special education. Currently, pursuing a post masters degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis. During the school year, I teach for MOCO public schools. During the summer, I work for MOCO Department of Recreation...
Lia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Elida was such a fantastic match for our energetic 2-year-old. She always had an activity ready and she was so patient with tantrums and toddler back talk. Elida had excellent communication and we always felt like our family could count on her. I only wish we had...
Katy O.
Sarah B.
Gaithersburg, MD
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
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 5 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...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sarah has extensive experience in caring for children of all ages. She is warm, and instantly liked by the kids. She's taught in classrooms, and been a daily nanny for a two-earner family with small children. Your kids will thank you if you have Sarah working with...
Heidi W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Grace to help care for a 9 month old for a few months. Grace is a fantastic communicator, learned my girl's routine quickly, and was engaging and fun. I would definitely recommend her!"
Marguerite A.
Sarah T.
Gaithersburg, MD
$29-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Nanny/Babysitter Available For Part-Time/Full-Time Or Date Nights
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am First Aid and CPR certified (recently renewed), and a certified newborn care specialist. I also have a lot of experience with special needs children.
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"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 responsible, dependable, always on-time, kind, and has a calm demeanor. She is excellent with babies, and she...
Jess C.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi :) I'm an experienced nanny, preschool teacher, special needs care giver, and camp counselor. I have 10+ years of experience caring for children. I'm a big kid at heart who loves to evoke creativity, adventure, play, and curiosity when interacting with children. I love sports, crafts, anything outdoors, and reading. If...
Haley can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Haley was awesome. My kids loved her. She played battleship, made arts and crafts and read stories with my kids. Haley communicated clearly with us through the evening. Haley has her own car so she can drive to and from our house. My kids can’t wait to have her...
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Margery D.
Gaithersburg, MD
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had experience being a nanny for children aged 3 months to 12 years. I have babysat families with multiples and as well as children with special needs. I tutored children for many years and I used to be a swim instructor for children under 10. I have two sets of young twins in my family and I have many cousins that I have...
Margery can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
4.0
"Did not interview with her, no information to submit."
Lisa F.
5.0
(21)
Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood
My name is Gifty, a mother of 2, I'm currently looking for a full time nanny position. Within my many years of providing childcare, I have taken early childhood education courses to equip myself with providing quality care.
I'm passionate about childcare, and I have more than 10 years of experience guiding children.
Over the...
Gifty can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Gifty has been absolutely incredible with our daughters. She arrives on time, communicates with us when needed, and both of the kids adore her.
We will absolutely use Gifty in the future."
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I have many years of experience working with children with all types of special needs such as Autism, Emotional Behavior Disorder, Anxiety, ADHD/ADD, Deaf and Hard of Hearing. I also am CRP and First Aid Certified. Currently I am studying Elementary Special Education at Towson University.
Anne S.
Gaithersburg, MD
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Special Needs People Are The Same As Us They Just Need Different Resources
I have worked for a couple years with the howard county school system working with autistic kids, ages 4 to 6 years old. I enjoy doing my best to help people with special needs and connecting with them.
My name is Lorvine, I have over 4 years of experience as a CNA. I worked in a nursing home, and a private home care. I'm a very loving and caring person, passionate about what I do. I enjoy taking care of special needs children/adults, I always felt a special bond with them. I love making them laugh, make up funny stories, the...
Melanie M.
Gaithersburg, MD
$25-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Certified Special Educator - 1 Year Of Private Tutoring Experience
I graduated with my Bachelor's in Special Education from the University of Maryland in May 2020, and and my Masters in Special Education also at UMD May 2021! Throughout college, I worked in classrooms with students ranging from kindergarten to high school across multiple types of disabilities. My year long, student teaching...
I am interested in the position. I have a valid driver's license and my own transportation. I have over 12 years paid experienced but a lifetime with care giving. I have worked with disabilities adults and children with Autism and mental retardation. I also, worked with Parkinson, dementia, cancer patient and etc. I am a great...
Sarah B.
Gaithersburg, MD
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
My very first job was working in a special needs classroom. I have a lot of experience working with special needs children including one on one.
Tara P.
Gaithersburg, MD
$10-15/hr
I have experience with individuals of all ages and with a variety of special and medical needs. My patience is endless.
Beverly L.
Gaithersburg, MD
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I currently work with an autistic kid. Since I started working with her I got very interested in her case and starting reading books about autism. This coming fall I will be studying child development and I'm gonna get my ABA training too.
Ebenezer O.
Gaithersburg, MD
$15-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
I am a compassionate professional, a Certified Nursing assistant and Geriatric Nursing assistant licensed in Maryland and DC with over five years experience. I had worked in Nursing homes and teaching hospitals. I love helping people who are physically challenged get back on their feet especially those who are sick and...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gaithersburg, MD
Margery D.
5.0
She is delightful and very caring. She understands the needs of our family and is happy to help us as we need her.
- Charles A.
Victor M.
5.0
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, aging dog recuperating from pneumonia needed to stay home. This is the first time we hired a pet sitter. Victor had compassion for our situation...
- Lisa E.
Lia V.
5.0
Lia is lovely and takes great care with our daughter. She is reliable, dedicated, and very much appreciated.
- Linda O.
Gifty Q.
5.0
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 of his "moments" and most of all she she was gracious when I told her I was running late home. Thank you Gifty for being so good to J. I will...
- Amber V.
Lia V.
5.0
Elida was such a fantastic match for our energetic 2-year-old. She always had an activity ready and she was so patient with tantrums and toddler back talk. Elida had excellent communication and we always felt like our family could count on her. I only wish we had more time with her, because she...
- Katy O.
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Ratings for Gaithersburg, MD special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Gaithersburg, MD are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 38 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.