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Ashley P.

Gaithersburg, MD

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$19/hr
7 years experience
I have great customer service skills with previous front desk & assistant experience . I am very respectful & reliable. I am very independent but also works well with others.
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Jennifer R.

Gaithersburg, MD

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I have worked with students with special needs professionally for the past three years in middle and elementary schools. I have the main focus on children with Autism and learning disabilities. I have many years of experience both during college and out of college.
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Yanci O.

Gaithersburg, MD

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$19/hr
I have some experience with special needs however I'm a quick learner and currently in Nursing school. I'm learning CNA skills as I go that are essential to help clients meet their needs.
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Serena C.

Serena C. From Gaithersburg, MD

Gaithersburg, MD

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi all! My name is Serena C. and I am a recent graduate of University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in Biology and Global Health. I begin Physician Assistant school in August. I am looking for a full-time babysitting job during my time at home before PA school begins. I am available to babysit/drive/carpool/tutor/swim...
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Haley E.

Gaithersburg, MD

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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi I'm Haley, I'm 18 years old. I have worked in a preschool for 5 1/2 years now, so if I'm nannying or babysitting we will be doing learning but fun. I love doing arts and crafts. I'm super fun and most families that I have I watched for I immediately had an attachment with. I've worked with all kids special needs, infants,...
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Jennifer A.

Gaithersburg, MD

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$16/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
Single mom looking to making some extra money. I have two grown children: 17 and 19. I have extensive experience working with special needs children and young people of all ages. I enjoy helping kids explore their world through reading, playing games, or doing crafts. I'm a compassionate, patient, and energetic person. I love...
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Charmeeka C.

Care Giver Available -Weekends

Gaithersburg, MD

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$14/hr
8 years experience
Specialized care
errands
light cleaning
personal care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Empathetic professional seeking part time work. I have 2 + years of experience working at a Senior citizens retirement home. I have provided hospitality service which includes meal prep and delivery, household cleaning and I am currently a coach to an individual with special needs . I have 6+ years of experience working with...
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Ladan E.

Gaithersburg, MD

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Transportation
light cleaning
meal prep
live-in home care
errands
I have five years of caring experience working with seniors and individuals with special needs. During this time, I've supported clients with disabilities by helping them with daily activities in a respectful and compassionate way. I professionally managed and organized their medications to make sure everything was taken...
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Ndeye S.

Gaithersburg, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Specialized in daily living skills such as bathing, self feeding, adequate routine. Ensure well being of liners in the day program and promote their development Provide support to adult in. Are which include crisis intervention , behavior management, and life skills training Work with adult and children with autism....
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Johanna T.

Gaithersburg, MD

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$20/hr
Hello! My name is Johanna , and I'm very interested in the Special Needs Caregiver position. I have over 10 years of childcare experience, with a physical disability who used a wheelchair. My responsibilities included feeding, diaper changes, assisting with daily care, and providing companionship. I also spent long hours...
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Cecilia H.

Gaithersburg, MD

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
My name is Cecilia, and I am a caring, dependable, and experienced nanny with many years of experience working in preschools, babysitting, and providing in-home childcare. I am also a proud mother of two daughters. I am bilingual in English and Spanish and have experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to...
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Kristin B.

Care Provider

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(0)
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$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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Deborah O.

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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Leilani M.

House Manager / Nanny

Clarksburg, MD

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
HOUSE MANAGER / NANNY Household management, meal prep, coordinating doctor appointments and lessons, scheduling contractors, family assistant errands, and space organization. I find joy in cooking, swimming, art, being outdoors, and engaging children in educational play. Trained experience: Communication Regulation Partner...

April P. says "We met with Leilani to interview for short term assistance that ended up not fitting with our circumstances, but we were very glad to meet Leilani and will...

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Monica M.

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I am Monica very respectful young lady who likes to spend time with kids. I have a positive energy and I love being a role model for the kids. I have 6 years' experience working with kids, 6 months-6 years boys and girls. I also have experience on special needs kids with autism and ADHD highly function and non-verbal. I like...

Aisha J. says "Monica has babysat for me on two occasions and my girls love her. She is punctual, engaging and very attentive to the children. I will definitely book...

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Renee W.

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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Monica M.

Private Nurse

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
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$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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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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Gabriela O.

Derwood, MD

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
19 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 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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Camila M.

Germantown, MD

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $19.00/hr as of November 2026

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Gaithersburg, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Deborah O.

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...

- Nyaboke B.

Leilani M.

We met with Leilani to interview for short term assistance that ended up not fitting with our circumstances, but we were very glad to meet...

- April P.

Monica M.

Monica has babysat for me on two occasions and my girls love her. She is punctual, engaging and very attentive to the children. I will...

- Aisha J.

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