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Savannah H.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)

from: $18/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Biology/neuroscience graduate, saving up money before applying for research jobs. I have many years of experience including a year spent helping a family with online school, two years as a preschool assistant, work at a camp for children with Down Syndrome, experience with afterschool care, and time volunteering in the Anne...

Care Member says "Savannah was attentive to the boys, appropriately coaching our toddler to speak more clearly and keeping everybody happy and engaged. "

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Damesha E.

Suitland, MD

5.0(0)

from: $30/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Swimming supervision

Allies Darling Little Daycare- child care services from newborn through grade school Sports and Learning complex tumbling instructor- taught grade school children basic tumbling skills during an all day camp Dynasty Arts and Movement- taught fundamentals of dance and disciple to children interested in self expression and...

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Taylor C.

Flexible And Dedicated Caretaker

Washington, DC

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Meal prep

grocery shopping

swimming supervision

craft assistance

light cleaning

I am looking for full-time and part-time work. I love working with children and have many years of experience doing it. I have experience with all ages and special needs children. I have a sibling on the autism spectrum so I know the ins and outs of that field. I look forward to working with you!

Amy L. says "Taylor has taken care of our two-year-old son 35 hours per week for the past 9 weeks, and I am so sad we are losing her as nanny for her senior year of...

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Beverly H.

Energetic And Creative Babysitter With Strong Background In Education

Washington, DC

5.0(0)

from: $18/hr

2 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Travel

craft assistance

swimming supervision

I have served as a caregiver, tutor, and educational program leader since high school. I am pediatric CPR and first aid certified, with updated certification as of June 3, 2017. For two summers I worked with a group of five and 6-year-olds as a camp counselor with Harbor Haven, a camp for children with special needs in Northern...

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Dyonna O.

Takoma Park, MD

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Swimming supervision

light cleaning

travel

craft assistance

meal prep

I am 29 years old and I have been a caregiver for over 8 years. I have experience working with youth of all ages including those who have a range of special needs. My goal is to provide structure, safety and an environment that fosters growth without sacrificing fun and a healthy bond with your child/children. I am a college...

Ann A. says "Dyonna worked from fall 2022 until fall 2023 with my 91-year old mom who was living alone. Dyonna has a wonderful, loving and caring way about her. She is...

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Michelline A.

Laurel, MD

5.0(0)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience

Meal prep

errands

light cleaning

transportation

dementia

+ 1 more

I am a CNA/HHA assistant with 10+years work experience in care environment, administering medication, providing support and other quality patient care services. I think myself as caring and compassionate and I enjoy helping the elderly and people with special needs. I have worked over 10+years working with and caring for...

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Iman D.

Meet Iman - Your Family's Next Heart-Centered Caregiver

Washington, DC

4.2(1)

from: $30/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Swimming supervision

light cleaning

travel

grocery shopping

meal prep

Hi! I'm Iman, a dedicated and nurturing childcare professional with over 10 years of hands-on experience supporting children and families with care, patience, and love. My approach to caregiving is rooted in compassion, intention, and respect for each child's unique rhythm and spirit. From cuddly newborns to curious toddlers...

Care Member says "Iman began working with us in October of 2021 a month after giving birth to my second daughter. I was new to the whole nanny thing, but my husband, and...

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Jennifer E.

Experienced Teacher And Mom Available For Part-Time Care

Hyattsville, MD

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I am a mother of 4 and former special education teacher who is looking for part-time employment as a care provider. Between my roles as a babysitter, camp counselor, nature director, and special education teacher, I have over 25 years of experience in the field. I am comfortable working with all ages, including children and...

Jeanne S. says "Reliable, enthusiastic, dependable caregiver who has lots of experience working with individuals with special needs of various ages."

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Betty A.

Silver Spring, MD

from: $25/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

errands

hospice services

personal care

dementia

+ 1 more

My name is Betty I am a trustworthy, reliable, and compassionate person. My passion is to provide quality care to seniors with ADLS such as bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, meal preparation, and light housekeeping companionship. I have experience with seniors with Alzheimer's, Stroke, and Parkinson. Total care, cancers,...

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Capri P.

CNA

Washington, DC

from: $19/hr

10 years experience

Personal care

Hi, I have been a caregiver of a child with special needs for 26 years. I realized my passion for taking care of others and decide to become a nurse assistant 10 years ago. I have experience in taking care of both children and adults. My goal is to bring comfort and care to those who are in need. Experience in working in...

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Helena M.

Caring Nanny & Former Teacher | Special Need Experience | French, English, Chinese & Spanish

Laurel, MD

from: $22/hr

2 years experience

Hi! My name is Héléna, a dedicated and caring nanny with over 7 years of experience working with children, both as a volunteer and in paid positions. I have taught and cared for children aged 2 to 15, including in school settings and private tutoring. I hold a university degree in linguistics and am fully fluent in French and...

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Emilie M.

Years Of Childcare Experience : 10

Washington, DC

from: $17/hr

10 years experience

Meal prep

grocery shopping

swimming supervision

carpooling

light cleaning

I was born in Cameroon and raised in France. My name is Emily I am outgoing, passionate, creative, caring, communicative, compassionate, honest, energetic, loving, trustworthy, patient, have great work ethic, and I love people (especially kids) ! I have lots of experience with kids, family, friends, I have worked with...

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Kadima K.

Washington, DC

from: $19/hr

4 years experience

Meal prep

craft assistance

light cleaning

Hi! I'm Kadima, a happy, energetic college student with 5+ years of childcare experience. I'm naturally great with kids and love keeping them engaged in a fun, safe, and supportive environment. I work with an event childcare company, caring for large groups of children (40+ at a time), and I've also been a birthday party...

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Kelly G.

Hyattsville, MD

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Hi! My name is Kelly and I live in Gaithersburg, Maryland. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology, CPR, and first aid certified. I have experience working as an early intervention specialist assisting children ages 0-5. Before, I was a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and have extensive knowledge and experience working...

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Eugenie Mboutchock K.

Silver Spring, MD

from: $17/hr

Meal prep

errands

respite care

dementia

light cleaning

I am a mother of a special need son and have 17 years of care given services. I also have a Bachelor's degree in Health Services Management I'd describe my personality as a very patient, loving and caring I like caring for seniors because I they need help and I am an empathetic person. I'm looking for a job that would pay...

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Barbara T.

Baby-sitter

Washington, DC

from: $23/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Swimming supervision

light cleaning

grocery shopping

meal prep

I love children and I chose to be a babysitter because of that. I really love learning everyday with them. They have a lot to learn from us about any questions about life. I have many experiences with children, babies, toddlers, teens, special needs and newborns as well. I teach in different contexts, I worked as a nanny, at...

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Stephanie M.

Laurel, MD

from: $20/hr

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. Light housekeeping. I think of myself as caring and compassion and I enjoy helping the elderly and people with special needs I have working over 10 years of working with and caring for seniors this is something that I am very passionate...

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Natalia G.

Silver Spring, MD

from: $30/hr

6 years experience

Travel

craft assistance

carpooling

swimming supervision

Hi! I'm Natalia, 36 years old, originally from Brazil. I have many years of experience caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. I'm responsible, kind, patient, and hardworking. I genuinely love spending time with kids, doing arts and crafts, reading stories, exploring outdoors, and teaching through...

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Brenda G.

Hyattsville, MD

from: $25/hr

14 years experience

Meal prep

craft assistance

light cleaning

My name is Brenda. I'm a 32-year-old preschool teacher with 14 years of experience caring for children. I have an associate's degree in Elementary Education and Special Needs, along with a 90-hour Child Development Certification, 45-hour Infant & Toddler Certificate, and CPR/First Aid certification. I'm nurturing, reliable, and...

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Sumaiyah A.

Hyattsville, MD

from: $22/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Travel

light cleaning

meal prep

I'm a 22-year-old college student who has experience in childcare for over 8 years. Firstly, I grew up with 5 siblings, 3 of whom are younger than me. I began by babysitting my own siblings, and family friends children, to parents booking me and paying me hourly. I have experience with children ages 0-13 and with childrens with...

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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $19.00/hr as of September 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Lanham, MD

Special Needs Caregivers in Lanham, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Savannah H.

Savannah was attentive to the boys, appropriately coaching our toddler to speak more clearly and keeping everybody happy and engaged.

- Care member

Taylor C.

Taylor has taken care of our two-year-old son 35 hours per week for the past 9 weeks, and I am so sad we are losing her as nanny for her...

- Amy L.

Dyonna O.

Dyonna worked from fall 2022 until fall 2023 with my 91-year old mom who was living alone. Dyonna has a wonderful, loving and caring way...

- Ann A.

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