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Guadalupe J.

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Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello my name is Guadalupe, been doing caregiving with 17 years of experience. I have worked with children and adults. I am CPR certified and Graduated Medical Assistant, Bilingual with Great References. I am experienced with Cerebral Palsy, ALS, Diabetes, Alzheimer, Dementia, Anxiety Disorders, Panic Attacks. Hoyer lifter,...

Care Member says "Guadalupe is very dependable, on time, and patient with her clients. She always there when I needed her to care for my mom. My mom had alot of medical...

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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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Elizabeth G.

CNA

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi my name is Elizabeth and I am a special needs caregiver that provides care to children and adults who have special needs that render them unable to perform regular daily tasks. I have 10+ yrs in providing care.

Emily G. says "She built a great relationship with my father before he passed. She was always on time. She would always cook and prepare meals if needed and would remind...

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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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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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Martha V.

Bilingual Teacher

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience working with students with learning disabilities, dyslexia, ADHD, and speech impediment. I also have worked with children who are autistic.

Misti D. says "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...

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Charlene G.

Houston, TX

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
I currently work as a medical assistant part time and a bus attendant for the school district. Basically, I work with kids of all ages, also with disabilities. I also have worked as a caregiver in the past for family members as well as agencies. I've also done child care since I was 15 and have been doing it off and on for the...
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Noelle S.

Home Healthcare Attendent

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I recently was working as a teachers aide at Stepping Stone schools. I worked with infants to school age children. I am vaccinated and practice frequent hand washing and sanitizing. I love working with children and have raised two wonderful children myself. I have also worked in Adult behavioral Workshop where I taught typing...

Care Member says "Noelle was my clients caregiver and went above and beyond to provide quality care for him. She educated herself in all areas of his medical needs, was...

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Nicole K.

Proffesional Caregiver

Houston, TX

5.0(0)
from
$26/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
6 years preschool teacher , AA in child development including special needs units. Bachelor degree estimates 2022. Nanny experience . Focused on social and emotional health , confidence and independence . Adore working with children in a home setting as well as in a preschool environment . Great references !
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Brianne M.

Houston, TX

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Attention to Detail. ... Communication Skills. ... Conflict Management Skills. ... Problem Solving Skills. ... Professionalism. ... Teamwork Skills. ... Time Management Skills
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Tania B.

Houston, TX

3.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, I am a patient, loving person, who loves children. I am a christian woman who believes in doing the right thing. I have lived in Houston with my husband and 2 children for the last 25 years. I hope to meet you and your family soon.

Marisa S. says "Tania showed up right on time, answered when I called, worked with the needs of my family and was very thorough in her cleaning. She has a great attitude...

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Kerria N.

Houston, TX

5.0(0)
from
$11/hr
3 years experience
I am open to a changing schedule with consistent hours . I am also open to over night shifts . I have a pretty flexible availability. Can help with special needs. I am BLS certified , also a CNA . I have over 5 years experience.
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Karen C.

Occasional Part-time Child Respite Care Provider

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have an adult son with High Functioning Autism (Asperger's) and a younger son with ADHD. I am passionate about helping children with special needs feel loved and valued. I feel as though I am uniquely in tune with the respite needs of parents of these very special children. I am willing to make a personal connection and learn...

Ellie R. says "Karen has a heart of gold, and treats my daughter with much patience and kindness, as well as dignity and respect. I can highly recommend her for any...

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Brielle S.

About My Experience W/ Exceptional Children

Houston, TX

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Currently I am a teachers assistant of an early childhood development center where I work with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. I work with many students that have been diagnosed with Autism , ADHD and ADD. I even have worked with children with mild and severe cases of potential behavioral disorders. I have resources I have...
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Debora D.

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
With over 15 years of experience, I have a deep love for children and a strong understanding of how important it is to positively shape their early years, laying the right foundation for their growth and development. I'm happy to assist with light housekeeping and laundry, and I'm also a skilled cook who enjoys preparing...

Charla H. says "My children loved her for the month she with us. She was so helpful to take us on last minute and allowed us to hire her daily for the short term we...

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Jasmine R.

I Love Kids

Houston, TX

3.7(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Jasmine. I've been caring for children for more than half my life. I have professionally taken care of children for over seven years, and have been apart of care. com for years. I have experience with newborns up to 17 years. I cook, clean, have my own transportation, specialize in special needs children, and have...

Care Member says "Jasmine is excellent caregiver. She’s very personable and professional with her childcare services. She follows instructions that we set for our...

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Julie E.

Care Taker

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a part-time college student and a full-time Client Support Specialist. I have decided to get back on care. com to possibly make some extra cash this summer, as I am not taking any summer courses, and to get involved with child care again. I am hoping to become more of a full-time Care Taker once I get accepted into the OTA...

Sandra W. says "Julie has been our nanny for 2 years. She has been very reliable, dependable and loving to our 3 children. She is sweet and kind and shows compassion to...

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Miyah S.

Fun, Helping, Outgoing Sitter

Houston, TX

4.2(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been a nanny for over 8 years caring for many families. One family in particular 3 kids 1yr/old with special needs and one premature newborn, & a 3 yr girl for 2 1/2yrs I have lots of nieces and nephews been an aunt since I was 5. ages 1-13 so I have lots of experience with kids, would love to just become apart of your...

Elizabeth C. says "Miyah is the sweetest girl we've ever had watch our kids, as they are normally shy she took the time to be attentive and learn what they liked...

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Jentrenaye L.

Reliable And Fun Caregiver

Houston, TX

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi My name is Jentrenaye, I believe to be a very fun nanny/babysitter. I love spending time with family, playing all sorts of card games and board games. Another thing I am really big on is arts and crafts or diy's(do it yourself) projects. I have tons of experience working with twins that are very hyperactive and even special...

Care Member says "Jentrenaye was a great sitter! She was very professional, patient, and nurturing towards our 3 boys. We have two infants and a nine year old and she was...

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  • 391 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.91/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Houston, TX are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 223 reviews of the 391 listed special needs caregivers

Guadalupe J.

Guadalupe is very dependable, on time, and patient with her clients. She always there when I needed her to care for my mom. My mom had alot...

- Care member

Elizabeth G.

She built a great relationship with my father before he passed. She was always on time. She would always cook and prepare meals if needed...

- Emily G.

Nia T.

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...

- Keesha B.

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