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Tammy T.

Special Need Caregiver

Houston, TX

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I am interested in this position as it relates to my experience, knowledge in Home Health Care Industry and my passion with helping people maintain an active life in their home. I am a Home Health Aide with over 20 yrs of experience. I have worked with wonderful clients ranging from Companionship, Cancer, Dementia, and...
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Spring L.

A Mature And Loving Nanny/caretaker With Experience In Special Needs Children And Elderly Adults.

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! I'm Spring. I am a heart-centered caregiver with a sharp mind, relaxed sense of humor and decades of expertise caring for a vast spectrum of disorders and disabilities. I have extensive experience with Autism, Down's syndrome, ADHD, Cerebral palsy, deaf-blindness as a DeafBlind Intervener, SPD, PDD,...

Josephine F. says "Spring was an absolute gift to my family at a critical transition point in our lives. My son is on the autism spectrum and exhibits a number of...

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Maritza L.

Special Needs Caregiver

Houston, TX

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
I am 10+ years experience with Autism and have excellent references from previous families. I assist with behavior, potty training, feeding, and gain dependent skills.
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Cynthia D.

Certified Special Education Teacher At SAISD

Houston, TX

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have over 25 years of babysitting experience, which includes extensive experience supporting both children and adults with special needs. I am currently a self-contained special education teacher in Houston and am in my ninth year of teaching. My passion for children is at the heart of everything I do-both in the classroom...
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Vickie B.

Special Personal Assistant

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hello, my name is Vickie! I love helping. My experience allowed me to work with families with diverse backgrounds and their needs, engaging their everyday life. I provides direct care to special needs/mentally challenged patients, teens, young adult, and seniors care. I assist clients/patients with their everyday daily living...

Brian D. says "Vicki has a warm and caring way and our daughter with special needs liked her from the start. Vicki is caring and professional and we enjoy how she...

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Kelsey T.

Houston, TX

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience
I have experience working with autism. I have training through the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities. I also have references available. I loved everyday working in this field. I am very patient and calm, And I am a fast learner. I know every child with special needs is different and there is always a learning curve....
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Relindis T.

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Ambulation. My name is Relindis T. am an experience Personal Care Assistant and a graduate from Nursing school but not licensed yet. I have a great experience as a caregiver and as a single mother with 2 girls.

Care Member says "Relindis is a kind and loving caregiver. She is very reliable and trustworthy and is always communicative and on time. My 11 year old son is non verbal...

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Gabrielle K.

Pt Evening Care Provider Available

Houston, TX

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with an autistic child he was diagnosed at 21/2 completely non verbal taught him sign. I also have experience with children with cancer. The child I worked with I started with her when she was 3 weeks old she was diagnosed with ALL pre B(acute lymphoblastic leukemia) at age 3. I sat in the hospital and gave her...
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Tasha H.

Nanny

Houston, TX

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Hello my name is Tasha and I have 8 years of effective experience with a CPR certification. I am writing to introduce myself as a driven and compassionate Nanny who has exceptional communication and childcare skills. Owing to my extensive childcare and housekeeping experiences, I can effectively take care of your children and...
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Erin T.

Seasoned And Experienced Professional

Houston, TX

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Over 25 years of professional work experience, highly trained and skilled. Work with and care for youth, teens and senior adults with mental health issues, behavioral disorders and intellectual or physical disabilities. Working environment include schools, community centers, hospitals, long term care nursing facilities,...
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Cerena R.

Loving Caring Caregiver With Great References

Houston, TX

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Hello I'm Cerena I'm very reliable, patient trustworthy person who has been providing private care for about 11 years now. Worked with special needs patients for almost 5. I have wonderful references I truly enjoy what I do. Newer references are by email. Specialize in Alzheimer's and dementia patients.
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Nia T.

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Nia and I am currently a college student with hopes of becoming an occupational therapist. I have been working with kids for about 6 years now but have recently found a passion in working with special needs kids which inspired me to become an occupational therapist. I currently work with 2 autistic kids one...

Keesha B. says "Nia has been working with my son for 9 months. He is 14 and nonverbal autistic. She is an amazing caregiver! She plays with my son as well as teaches him...

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Sybrina P.

Senior Care

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I am a energetic positive self starter compassionate person who love taking care of all people. I've worked Healthcare over 38 years. I'm a quick learner and pay attention to detail. I have 30+ years in geriatric care, Diabetic, COPD, CHF, Med Supervision, Blind/ Low or No Vision Stroke w/Paralysis, COPD, CHF, O2, ROM,...

Care Member says "Ms. Sybrina was great with our family. She assisted with pick up and drop off, meal prep, and made sure everyone was safe. We really appreciated her. "

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Raquel F.

Care Is My Passion!

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
My name is Raquel, I am a kind and empathetic CCMA (certified clinical medical assistant), RBT (registered, behavioral technician) & Phlebotomist. I am advanced cardiac life support and BLS & CPR certified. I'm 42 years old & have 2 children who are 16 and 18 as well as 2 miniature dachshunds. For the last few years I have...

Sylvie G. says "I have a 4-year old boy who has Autism. Raquel has proven to be an excellent caregiver who is not only nice and patient but also incredibly...

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Nicole E.

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I graduated from U of H with a degree in Early Childhood development and Family Studies and received my teaching certificate for Special Education EC -12. I worked as a Special Needs Teacher for 7 years in Alief ISD in a k-5 Life skills classroom for 5 years with students of varying ages and disabilities and then worked in a...

Care Member says "We are so lucky to have found Nicole to care for our 2 daughters, ages 3 and 9 months old. She’s been caring for our oldest since she was a new born. We...

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Bolruun B.

Part Time Therapist Available.

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My passion is to empower all individuals with special need and support them in anyway to live a life that THEY desire. I've worked at a day treatment center for Children with Special Needs for the past 9years. My positions included Support Teacher, Lead teacher, Campus Coordinator and finally trainer and Case Specialist. My...

Lisa S. says "Boko has worked with my son with autism for many years and is very well trained. We always look forward to having her at our home for tutoring sessions as...

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Cheryl C.

Very Patient Compassionate Woman

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I was a personal chef for 3 families where I also had a special needs or Disabled senior that I tended too. I have worked for a lady who has Parkinson's for over 18 years. I run errands, do light housekeeping, and some cooking. I just got let go because her husband got laid off so there is no need for me. I also have taken her...

Susan I. says "We are so happy to have Cheryl working for our family now as a Caregiver. Her positive outlook, proactive accomplishments and her devotion to caregiving...

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Anita A.

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Anita I'm currently pursuing a degree in psychology and social sciences. I'm a Behavioral specialist who works with special needs kids from ages 2 to 18 but I also have experience working with adults ages 18 to 95. My experience as far as adults is I've worked at senior living communities and I also worked for...

Yolanda B. says "I needed a caretaker for my autistic son last minute. She was ready and available to help. She looked after him and made sure his meals were according to...

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Shawna A.

Babysitter/ Nsnny Available

Houston, TX

4.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hi Families, I'm excited to discuss childcare options with you. I'm confident in my abilities as a seasoned babysitter, Preschool, infant/ toddler teacher, director and nanny. I was also a special needs para for many years. I have also worked with special needs adults. I am CPR, first aid, AED, and seizure trained so your...
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Uri R.

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
CNA certified with 5 years experience working with autism children, 7 years of experience with adults with special needs, and 1 year of experience working in a nursing home. Love what I do and I am currently in the process of getting into nursing school. While caring for a person may be demanding at times, it is an honor to give...

Brandi M. says "Excellent communicator, voices concerns and ask questions when appropriate instead of assuming things, very punctual, and completes assigned tasks. "

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  • 381 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $18.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Houston, TX

Special Needs Caregivers in Houston, TX are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 210 reviews of the 380 listed special needs caregivers

Spring L.

Spring was an absolute gift to my family at a critical transition point in our lives. My son is on the autism spectrum and exhibits a number...

- Josephine F.

Vickie B.

Vicki has a warm and caring way and our daughter with special needs liked her from the start. Vicki is caring and professional and we enjoy...

- Brian D.

Relindis T.

Relindis is a kind and loving caregiver. She is very reliable and trustworthy and is always communicative and on time. My 11 year old son is...

- Care member

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