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Rachelle K.

Part-Time Babysitter/Caregiver Available

Germantown, MD

4.7(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 61 families in your area

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

travel

carpooling

I am a responsible, honest, trustworthy adult with 35 years of experience babysitting children and raising my own son, who is 28 years old and now my grandchildren. I have a Top Secret Security Clearance and currently work for the Federal Government in the Pentagon. I have excellent references for both my babysitting experience...

Care Member says "I have been using Rachelle for 3 years now and she is amazing, trust worthy, prompt, and great with kids. She does some light housework related to the...

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Andrea G.

Caregiver & Pet Sitter

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

6 years experience

Meal prep

light cleaning

swimming supervision

craft assistance

I have experience caring for newborns up until age 13. As an aunt of three (plus), I often cared for my niece when she was a newborn and on. I have experience caring for a friends newborn, up until age 2 and also cared for two young boys, one with ASD, beginning at age 2 and 4 for five years. I have cared for another young boy...

Allie B. says "Andrea has a gentle disposition and is so patient with children. Her imagination allows her to carry on a conversation with toddlers so naturally. She...

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Charlene O.

Nanny In Your Home

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 family in your area

Swimming supervision

light cleaning

travel

craft assistance

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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Diane N.

Flexible Caregiver Avalaible!!!

Rockville, MD

4.7(1)

from: $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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Rachel T.

Rockville, MD

4.0(0)

from: $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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Tiblit A.

Silver Spring, MD

from: $23/hr

2 years experience

Light cleaning

travel

grocery shopping

I'm a caring, patient, and dependable childcare provider with over 13 years of experience. I have cared for infants, toddlers, school-age children, and children with special needs including autism and developmental disabilities. I completed approximately 18 months of Montgomery County childcare training, including infant care,...

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Sarahbel C.

Fun, Loving, Experienced Nanny

Germantown, MD

from: $32/hr

10 years experience

Light cleaning

meal prep

craft assistance

grocery shopping

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

Hello, I have extensive experience with children of every age from newborn to teenage years. I have worked with Montessori education, and have experience with special needs and Autism. I'm fun, loving, patient and creative. Well organized and love to work together with parents to create a smooth and trusting relationship. I love...

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Rameswari S.

Child Care

Derwood, MD

from: $25/hr

7 years experience

Travel

craft assistance

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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Kelsey C.

Caring And Patient Babysitter Who Likes Pets And Has Experience With Special Needs

Germantown, MD

from: $20/hr

2 years experience

Meal prep

light cleaning

Hi! Im Kelsey. My hobbies include video games and spending time with the people I love (if that counts). I live with a very chaotic family, so I'm used to working in very chaotic conditions. I have experience working with children who have special needs, as well as Twins. I don't have my own car but can drive. If I get to, I...

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Karen R.

Silver Spring, MD

from: $25/hr

6 years experience

Light cleaning

swimming supervision

grocery shopping

My name is Karen, and I have 3 children, one 20 years old, 6 and the other is 6 months so I know as a mother how important and necessary it is for us that our children are in the best hands. I have worked in daycares for almost 5 years, I have certifications with CPR, ADA, special needs, ADHD, 90 hours in development of skills...

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Ellie N.

Rockville, MD

from: $28/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Swimming supervision

light cleaning

Hi! My name is Ellie, and I'm a college student studying to become a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist. I'm CPR certified and have experience working with children as a preschool teacher's aide, swim instructor, lifeguard, camp counselor, and tutor, including children with special needs. Families describe me as nurturing,...

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Emma F.

Compassionate And Reliable Caregiver Dedicated To Enhancing Seniors' Quality Of A Happy Life

Germantown, MD

from: $23/hr

3 years experience

Meal prep

light cleaning

Compassionate and dedicated Caregiver and Direct Support Professional with over 5 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors, adults with autism and developmental disabilities, and children. Skilled in assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), medication reminders, meal preparation, mobility support,...

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James L.

Rockville, MD

from: $20/hr

8 years experience

Grocery shopping

travel

carpooling

Hello, my name is Jamie. I worked in MCPS schools for 8 years. With special needs and general education, students aged from as young as 4, up to 21 years old. I do have experience driving for families over the past few years and would love the opportunity to help yours as well.

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Flor P.

Give Direction, Guidance, Showing Respect Both Sides.

Montgomery Village, MD

from: $20/hr

Provide assistance in various ways, by sharing belongings, food, and time with friends and family, while supporting each other every step of the way.

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Aisha B.

Bethesda, MD

from: $20/hr

8 years experience

My name is Aisha. Im a senior student in the University of Maryland majoring in psychology. I aim at graduating in Dec 2019. I've been in this field working with people with different types of disabilities which includes autism spectrum, speech delay, ADHD, mental illness etc. I'm a very caring, understandable, honest and...

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Dana D.

25 Yrs Experience In Healthcare

Clarksburg, MD

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

I have worked in healthcare for over 25 yrs. First, as a Medical Assistant in Pediatrics, Geriatrics, and Mental Health. I have some clinical experience in phlebotomy, pathology, vitals, injections, CPR & first aid. However, most recently as an Healthcare Administrator. I took some time off to be a stay at home mom and am now...

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Natalie V.

Rockville, MD

from: $18/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 1 family in your area

Light cleaning

meal prep

craft assistance

grocery shopping

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

With over 10 years of childcare experience, I've had the joy of working with children from newborns all the way up to age 14. I'm fluent in Spanish, love to cook, and enjoy keeping kids active, engaged, and having fun. I'm a special needs middle school teacher and currently pursuing my master's degree at Loyola University...

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Sarian S.

Extensive Diabetes Experience

Germantown, MD

from: $15/hr

10 years experience

I've been caring for insulin dependent individuals since the age of 8. After 20 years of experience I can say I have a deep understanding and commitment to improving the outlook on diabetes for individuals affected by it.

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Heather B.

Rockville, MD

from: $19/hr

I am a responsible, punctual, and warm 34-year-old professional woman with availability to care for you or your loved ones as special needs arise.

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Mariam Q.

Germantown, MD

from: $25/hr

8 years experience

Light cleaning

Nurturing a child's development and watching them reach new milestones is my true passion. With eight years of experience caring for children ages one through 17, I provide a calm, patient, and reliable environment for your family. I have been an RBT for 7+ years and am currently working toward's my Master's in Applied...

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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

Rachelle K.

I have been using Rachelle for 3 years now and she is amazing, trust worthy, prompt, and great with kids. She does some light housework...

- Care member

Andrea G.

Andrea has a gentle disposition and is so patient with children. Her imagination allows her to carry on a conversation with toddlers so...

- Allie B.

Charlene O.

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...

- Rachel W.

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