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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Gaithersburg, MD
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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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."
Reviewed by Charles A.
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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...
Reviewed by Lisa E.
Lia V.
Gaithersburg, MD
$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
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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."
Reviewed by Linda O.
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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...
Reviewed by Amber V.
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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...
5.0
"5 stars. Elida is outstanding. She feels a part of our family and we completely trust her to be responsible and safe with our child. "
Reviewed by Venay P.
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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...
5.0
"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 for him; took him on a walk. She was great to work with."
Reviewed by Natasha K.
Sarah B.
Gaithersburg, MD
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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...
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....
Reviewed by Heidi W.
Sarah T.
Gaithersburg, MD
$29-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Nanny/Babysitter Available For Part-Time/Full-Time Or Date Nights
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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.
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"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...
Reviewed by Jess C.
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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...
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...
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Margery D.
Gaithersburg, MD
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
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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...
4.0
"Did not interview with her, no information to submit."
Reviewed by Lisa F.
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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...
5.0
"I have used Gifty twice now to babysit my 20 month old baby girl. She is always on time and immediately begins taking care of my baby girl, even while we are still there. Gifty has helped feed our daughter and...
Reviewed by Cassandra W.
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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
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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.
Melanie M.
Gaithersburg, MD
$25-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Certified Special Educator - 1 Year Of Private Tutoring Experience
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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...
Tara P.
Gaithersburg, MD
$10-15/hr
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I have experience with individuals of all ages and with a variety of special and medical needs. My patience is endless.
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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
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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.
Beverly L.
Gaithersburg, MD
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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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.
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Registered nurse with 2. 5 years experience. Worked primary with adult population, in Med-surg and cardiac telemetry. Bilingual in both Spanish and English. I find joy in what I do and prioritizing my patient's safety and experience to the best of my ability. Currently enrolled in a Masters degree program! Non smoker, BLS, ACLS...
Jutharat W.
Gaithersburg, MD
$24-37/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have worked with people with special needs for a few years. I have been trained in clinical settings for a year.
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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 37 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.