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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Germantown, MD

The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Germantown, MD

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Linda M.


Germantown, MD

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Special Need Provider

5.0

(1)

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As an applied Behavior Analysis is a systematic, individualized approach to help individuals with developmental and learning disabilities. Since children with autism have difficulty interacting with others, they often miss out on learning from the world around them the way that other children do. So with my knowledge on ABA...
5.0
"She is a thoughtful, very duty conscious person who takes responsibility very seriously. Linda is easy to work with, cooperative, and is a good team member. I will hire her again anytime!"

Reviewed by Ernest N.

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Fatou S.


Germantown, MD

$16-25/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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My name is Fatou. I have over 5 years experience with developmental disability. Have done some trainings on developmental disability and mental health. I am also a certified nursing assistant for over 15 years of experience and also being nanny for a long time. I have CPR, first aid and Cna/Gna license with the state of...
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Jacqueline C.


Germantown, MD

$15-50/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I am certified by the Developmental Disabilities Administration to work with those who have developmental disabilities, and I have training in the following areas: Behavioral Principles and Strategies, Medication Administration, Seizures, Fundamental Rights, Choking Prevention, Emergency Procedures, and Community Integration.
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Deborah O.


Germantown, MD

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Certified Nurses Assistant, General Nurses Assistant

3.7

(3)

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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.
5.0
"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 someone who could work around my work hours as well as my...

Reviewed by Nyaboke B.

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Ashley S.


Germantown, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing Nanny With Special Needs Experience

5.0

(1)

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Fun, enthusiastic, collected, nurturing, playful, creative, organized, communicative, experienced. Comfortable working with children of all ages and abilities. Particularly passionate about working with children with disabilities, especially neurodivergent children. I seek to create environments in which it is possible for my...
5.0
"We have used Ashley a number of times to care for our toddler and four year old. The girls both love their time with Ashley. We have found Ashley to be extremely responsible and reliable."

Reviewed by Michael F.

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Sue H.


Germantown, MD

$23-32/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

3.7

(5)

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I love taking care of & watching children grow. I am Sue, an experienced nanny, with over 35 years watching children & 15 years as the Lead teacher for preschoolers! Some of my experiences include: babysitter(12 yo) Summer Recreation Volunteer, Candy Striper, Red cross volunteer watching children, Cub scout leader, Vacation...
5.0
"Sue is a wonderful caregiver! She is nurturing, kind, fun and playful. I hired her to watch my 2 toddlers and my 4 month old infant, M-F, 9-2. Sue was engaging and very involved. She also taught my toddlers,...

Reviewed by Nyleve T.

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Rachelle K.


Germantown, MD

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Caregiver Available

4.7

(29)

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I am a responsible, honest, trustworthy adult with 30 years of experience babysitting children and raising my own son, whom is 21 years old. 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 and my Government...
5.0
"Rachelle is the best! So flexible and dependable and made me feel so comfortable leaving my four loves in her care. She even cleaned and prepared dinner for me. She my solid go-to care giver."

Reviewed by Eboni R.

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Lilian V.


Germantown, MD

$25-35/hr4 yrs exp

Lilian K, 26yo, Brazilian.

5.0

(2)

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Hello, I'm Lilian from Brazil. I'm 26yo. I've been working as an Au Pair for two years and now I'm working as a nanny. I've had experience with kids between the ages 1 to 12 years old. I've helped with the process of potty training and I also have experience with special needs and I also can do de medication (if they...
5.0
"Lilian is smart, caring, well organized, a good driver, and our kids absolutely adore her. We know her very well and would hire her again in a heartbeat, would not hesitate to leave our kids with her if we went...

Reviewed by Carrie L.

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Samantha C.


Germantown, MD

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Baby Sitter

5.0

(4)

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I have over 10 years of babysitting experience caring for kids between the ages of newborn to 14 years old. I have experience with overnight care, after school care, and experience working with children with special needs. Growing up , I babysat my younger brother and now he has kids of his own! I love my niece and nephew to...
5.0
"She's a phenomenal baby sitter! I trusted her to watch my 2 babies while I was in nursing school and she was nothing short of amazing to my children. She also treated my husband and I with the upmost respect at...

Reviewed by Lajeune C.

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Azra H.


Germantown, MD

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available!

5.0

(2)

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Hello, I'm experienced 41 years old female looking for babysitting position. I have 15 years of continuous experience in babysitting- I was taking care of twin infants and toddlers, preschoolers, older children, as well as special need children. I have great references from families that I've worked for upon request. I am a very...
5.0
"Azra is taking care of our twins toddlers for the past couple months. My kids love her. She is very patient with them even when they gave her a hard time with T2. We have to move to another State, so we have to...

Reviewed by Weiwei H.

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Denise C.


Germantown, MD

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care/Babysitting

4.8

(5)

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I have approximately 20 years of experience with children. I have babysat school ages/toddlers, I taught Sunday school for elementary school age children and a nanny for child who has special needs. I have my 90 hours certification for early child care. I was a lead teacher at a Christian daycare for 2 years with 1-2-year-olds...
5.0
"Denise provided in home care for our 2 year old daughter and was wonderful with her! Denise was always bubbly and cheerful. She brought all kinds of crafts to make with our daughter which was great. They would...

Reviewed by Meghan M.

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Jamie C.


Germantown, MD

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nanny/Tutor

5.0

(2)

Background Check

I am a mother of three grown children, one with special needs. I also have two grandchildren, ages 7 & 3 and 1 Golden doodle! I have a degree in Early Childhood Education, certification in Elementary Education, and extended experience with special needs children. My experiences have given me great opportunities to work closely...
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Sue H.


Germantown, MD

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Background Check

Hi, my name is Sue. I thoroughly enjoy little children and they fill up my heart with love. I have 43 years experience watching children. I am also an avid animal lover. I love to read, play games, sing and dance with them. I enjoy outside activities and I choose arts and crafts time over TV. I can fix lunch/dinner, set up bath...
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Lorvine E.


Germantown, MD

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny

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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...

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I have been working with developmental disorder (Autism) for years now I love working with Austim. I work as DSP in a company called community support services I worked with individuals that needs help with whatever they can't able do for themselves. I help individuals with their school work and make sure they are well taking...
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Anna C.


Germantown, MD

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

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I am a caring person love to take care of people I'm compassionate I have patience, hard worker, teamwork I like caring for people with special needs because as I get the opportunity to understand what they are going through, and that enables me to take care of them in a sufficient way I'm looking for a job that that has good...
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Isabel M.


Germantown, MD

$15-20/hr

A Home Health Aid And Certified Nursing Assistant With Over 10 Yrs In Care Giving Available

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I am a highly trained, self- motivated, open-minded and hardworking caregiver with over 10 years of experience in working both privately with clients as well as in various well-known senior living facilities in the Maryland and New York area. I have worked, supported and assisted seniors and persons with intellectual and...
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Mariama C.


Germantown, MD

$20-35/hr

Derict Support Professionnel (DSP)

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I'm patient, hard working, understanding I like working with kids because I enjoy working with them and I want a better life for them, cause every kids is spécial to me... I've been working as a DSP for almost 2years, I have experience of working with kids adults with autism, and I enjoy my job cause I do it with all my heart,...
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Justoniea J.


Germantown, MD

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

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Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 6 years of experience caring for people of various ages with developmental disabilities. I have experience providing personal care, meal preparation, medication administration, transportation, outings, and general direct care support tasks. I'm willing...
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Emma C.


Germantown, MD

$15-20/hr

Fulltime Caregiver (Summer)

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I am a junior at Virginia Tech majoring in Human Development and minoring in Disabilities Studies, with a career goal in occupational therapy. I currently lead Young Life Capernaum, a ministry for teenagers and adults with special needs. Additionally, I am a caregiver for a 19-year-old female with down syndrome. I also worked at...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Germantown, MD

Linda M.

5.0

She is a thoughtful, very duty conscious person who takes responsibility very seriously. Linda is easy to work with, cooperative, and is a good team member. I will hire her again anytime!

- Ernest N.

Deborah O.

5.0

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 someone who could work around my work hours as well as my daughters needs was a hustle I hired Deborah before I even came into D.C. Her overall...

- Nyaboke B.

Ashley S.

5.0

We have used Ashley a number of times to care for our toddler and four year old. The girls both love their time with Ashley. We have found Ashley to be extremely responsible and reliable.

- Michael F.

Sue H.

5.0

Sue is a wonderful caregiver! She is nurturing, kind, fun and playful. I hired her to watch my 2 toddlers and my 4 month old infant, M-F, 9-2. Sue was engaging and very involved. She also taught my toddlers, fed them, put them down for naps and changed all their diapers. She would bring the baby to...

- Nyleve T.

Rachelle K.

5.0

Rachelle was amazing with our 2 children. Immediately upon our first meeting when she arrived she put my mind at ease and I felt very comfortable leaving our girls in her care. She left our house spotless with all toys put away and dishes washed which we truly appreciated. She went above and beyond...

- Katie W.

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Ratings for Germantown, MD special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Germantown, MD are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 56 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.