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446 special needs caregivers are listed in Houston, TX
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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Caregiver with over 20 years of experience on different areas including agencies, private duty and in-school assistance for students with special needs. Extremely capable and compassionate individual with extensive experience in elderly and children care-giving. Hard-working, honest, self- starter and willing to go beyond...
5.0
"We were fortunate to have Claudia work for 3 years with our now 12-year-old daughter who has significant special needs and disabilities. Claudia cared for our girl very deeply, and always put her safety,...
Reviewed by Leslie S.
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I have gained the love to care for individuals with disabilities for years through the inspiration of sick grandparents, work, and nursing school. While working and progressing through nursing school, I've learned to work with seizures, GI tubes, and bed baths, and how to work with individuals with intellectual/behavior...
5.0
"Shantel is uplifting, bright, and dependable!"
Reviewed by Ann H.
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I have worked with children with a variety of disabilities: Rhett's, Autism, Blind, Deaf, Speech Impairments, Gait training, Learning Disability, Emotionally Disturbed, Down Syndrome, and many others. No child is too difficult to learn. I do believe all children can learn.
I am experienced and well trained.
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As a skilled and enthusiastic mother with experience. I have honed my creativity, motivational skills to help others. Common responsibilities include a daily plan of action, organizing and learning from the client themselves. Assist with daily life tasks. Strong empathy skills, communicative and approachable personality. I have...
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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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I'm a Caring Applied Behavior Analysis Specialist dedicated to autism care. Credentialed with a Master's Degree in Psychology (Specialization In Applied Behavior Analysis- AUTISM) and related experience in working with children who have mental disabilities. Currently getting supervision hours to become a Board Certified Behavior...
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"Maghan was GREAT! caring for my kid
Very attentive and willing to help out at any time I needed her
She'll be a GREAT person for you to hire to be with your kids!!"
Reviewed by Christopher S.
Spring L.
Houston, TX
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
A Mature And Loving Nanny/caretaker With Experience In Special Needs Children And Elderly Adults.
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Hello, my name is Spring. I am a part-time photographer and full-time caregiver, devoted to my very large family, and fun-loving pets. With children, I've extensive experience with Autism and Down's syndrome. My skills range from emotional/physical/cognitive issues, bowel and bladder incontinence, bathing and dressing, tube...
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"Spring has been taking care of our family for over a year now, and I doubt I could write enough positive things about her here to truly reflect how wonderful she has been. Her primary responsibility has been...
Reviewed by Linda R.
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I have 9 years experience with children with special needs. I have experience with autism, down syndrome, and a child with bipolar disorder. I also have worked with special needs children 2-4 days a week at an elementary school as a volunteer. I also attended Stephen F. Austin University and majored in special education and I...
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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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I was born and raised at a private non-profit community for adults with intellectual disabilities. I have babysit children and adults with special needs for over 10 years. I have direct care experience and currently registered as an employee of Consumer Direct Services for Texas. I am a full time teacher for SAISD in an ACE...
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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...
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"Vickie is very patient, dependable and truly loves to care for others. For over a year, Vickie has cared for our adolescent son with special needs providing sitting and overnight services. Vickie is...
Reviewed by Loraine L.
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I have experience working with students with learning disabilities, dyslexia, ADHD, and speech impediment. I also have worked with children who are autistic.
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"Martha was extremely nice, and took very good care of our son. We are so glad we were able to have her watch our son since our regular babysitter was not able to babysit this time. We were very nervous using...
Reviewed by Misti D.
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I am a graduate student pursuing my masters in social work with a focus in mental and behavioral health.
I have worked with folks with a variety of disabilities from autism to epilepsy to spinal cord injury. I am a fast learner with a passion for helping families with disabilities.
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"I hired Kaitlyn to care for my special needs son who is diagnosed with autism. He can be very difficult at times because of his meltdowns and challenging behaviors. Especially with a new caregiver. After the...
Reviewed by Michael C.
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I have been working with special needs for 7 years. I have worked with babies, youth and adults. I love helping families. I am dependent, flexible, patient, trustworthy, honest, motivated, kind, lovable, and hardworking. I enjoy doing craft, play with toys any kinds, play at the park, in the back yard, I love music, enjoy...
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"Neema worked as a nanny for my special needs child for 3 years and we love her! Always punctual, respectful, considerate and just a joy to have in our home. She is full of love and took care of my special child...
Reviewed by Nadiya S.
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I have good experience with special needs. I love the work and I am very passionate with it. I have worked with autism, mental retardation, bipolar disorder, mood disorder, sleep disorder, pica disorder, ADHD and many others. Since I have good experience with different kinds of illness, I feel passionate about what I do. I love...
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Hello, I am a certified Educator in English Language Arts and Reading, Special Education and ESL. I have 4 grown children. I miss caring for them! I also know the need to feel comfortable as a parent.
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"We hired Susan to help us take care of our special needs child, who is non-verbal autistic. She was great. Very compassionate and caring and patient too. She was also able to tutor our other child with some...
Reviewed by Catherine B.
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Missions, accomplished! Challenges, overcome! Impossibility, possibilities! In my presence, no sentences ever begin with I can't, only I can!
Lease on life: If it is to be, it is up to me! The little engine that could! - I think I can, I think I can!
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"Thanks very much Alison for your help."
Reviewed by Kenneth K.
Kimberly G.
Houston, TX
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have encountered many patients of special needs. I love them. I love being a companion and making them smile. Although I've never been hired for someone with special needs such as seizures etc.. I would not mind at all giving it a try. I am very open minded and love to help in any way I can.
4.0
"She has an upbeat attitude and positive references."
Reviewed by Lorraine M.
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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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My name is Raquel, I am a kind and empathetic Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) and Phlebotomist. I have RBT (Registered Behavioral Technician) experience in a clinical setting and for the last few years have consistently worked with Autistic children but not limited to. I am BLS and CPR certified, and am eager to...
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"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 knowledgeable. She understands the unique challenges that come with...
Reviewed by Sylvie G.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Houston, TX
Claudia Z.
5.0
We were fortunate to have Claudia work for 3 years with our now 12-year-old daughter who has significant special needs and disabilities. Claudia cared for our girl very deeply, and always put her safety, well-being and happiness above all else. She was a conscientious and devoted caregiver who only...
- Leslie S.
Shantel P.
5.0
Shantel is uplifting, bright, and dependable!
- Ann H.
Maghan A.
5.0
Maghan was fantastic, our kids and dogs fell in love with her immediately (and that's not common for us)!!! She arrived a couple mins early (awesome to get a punctual jump on date night) and stayed alert even though we had a pretty late evening. Kind, friendly, and great with our special needs son,...
- Ashley C.
Spring L.
5.0
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 behaviors which come and go (some more extreme than others) and Spring handled him with grace, poise, compassion, kindness and empathy. She is warm, calm,...
- Josephine F.
Vickie B.
5.0
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 interacts with all of us especially our daughter.
- Brian D.
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Ratings for Houston, TX special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Houston, TX are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 332 reviews of the 446 listed special needs caregivers.