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Susan A.

Experienced.special Needs Mom. Looking To See What I Can Learn From Your Child, As Well As What I

Potomac, MD

4.8(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Work with various levels of autism, verbal & nonverbal, behavioral, children with feeding tubes, children with emotional, mental and or physical disorders to minimal LD. Each is a child and unique and first a individual, whom wants to learn, love play and be accepted like everyone else.

Alin C. says "Susan is very caring and helpful. She did great with my son."

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Josie W.

Special Needs Assistant

Potomac, MD

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Hi, my name is Josie and I'm currently living in the DMV area. I graduated from the University of Alabama in 2021 with a degree in English. Since then, I have been working in the school system with kids that have special needs (autism, ADHD, etc). Looking forward to helping your family out and getting to know your kids!
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Madison R.

I've Had A Passion To Work In The Special Needs Field Since I Was 12.

Potomac, MD

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Hi there! I'm Maddy, and caring for others has always been at the heart of who I am. I've been a Pre-K Special Education teacher since 2020, and before that, I began working as a 1:1 caregiver in 2018. My journey in the special needs community started back in 2015, and since then, I've had the privilege of supporting children...
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Claudia S.

Super Care Giver!

Potomac, MD

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$25/hr
I have tons of experience working with children and adults with special needs. My responsibilities in detail: - Organized creative projects and provided fun arts and crafts activities - Participated in outdoor activities such as sports or playing games - Prepare nutritious meals and snacks for the child - Run errands for...
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Doris P.

Potomac, MD

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$25/hr
18 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
I'm a childcare provider with seven years of experience who's passionate about helping families and caring for children. I'm a patient, calm, and creative individual, and I strive to make a positive impact on the lives of the children I care for. I raised 2 children of my own. I'm fluent in Spanish and semi fluent in...
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Madison R.

Potomac, MD

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
Hi there! I'm Maddy, and caring for others has always been at the heart of who I am. I've been a Pre-K Special Education teacher since 2020, and before that, I began working as a 1:1 caregiver in 2018. My journey in the special needs community started back in 2015, and since then, I've had the privilege of supporting children...
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Sawa K.

Experienced, Reliable Nanny | Infant To Teen Care

Potomac, MD

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$23/hr
15 years experience
I have over 15 years of experience working with children from infancy through the teen years. My background includes roles as an after-school teacher's assistant, working with children with special needs, and studying elementary education as a college minor. Organized, punctual, and dependable, I create a safe and engaging...
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Salimatu M.

Part time Or Full time Caregiver Available

Potomac, MD

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
personal care
live-in home care
dementia
I've been caring for the senior population for about 15 years plus. I also have experience working with special need children and adults. I really do enjoy working with seniors and special needs children because there's always an opportunity for me to learn something new. Looking forward to hearing from you.
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Carmen R.

I Have Much Experience In Child Care.

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
My experience includes: *Teacher in Peru with children 4 and 5 years old. *Babysitter in USA with children -9 to 11 years old *Nanny for special needs child from 9 years until 15-years (6 years) *Presently nanny of 2-month-old twins. *Presently Nanny of 4-month-15 Days old Twins . *

Cherie T. says "So blessed to have had Ms. Carmen as our nanny for the past two years. We have two very active boys, 3 and 11 months. She has never been late nor has she...

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Kura M.

Part-time Babysitter

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a dedicated childcare professional with over 5 years of experience working with children in a variety of settings, including daycare centers, after-school programs, and private homes. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to support children of all ages and developmental stages, including those with special...

Jacqueline M. says "Kura was a blessing to our family last year. She got my two children (7 and 9) ready for school and walked/drove them to school every morning. We...

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Monica M.

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I am Monica very respectful young lady who likes to spend time with kids. I have a positive energy and I love being a role model for the kids. I have 6 years' experience working with kids, 6 months-6 years boys and girls. I also have experience on special needs kids with autism and ADHD highly function and non-verbal. I like...

Aisha J. says "Monica has babysat for me on two occasions and my girls love her. She is punctual, engaging and very attentive to the children. I will definitely book...

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Sue H.

Germantown, MD

3.7(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I love taking care of & watching children grow. I am Sue, an older experienced nanny, with 25 years watching children, including 15 years as a lead preschool teacher. My experiences include: babysitter, summer rec volunteer, Red cross volunteer, watching children, Cub scout leader, Vacation Bible school teacher, Church...

Nyleve T. says "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...

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Sharon P.

Vienna, VA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
I am a doula and newborn care specialist. I have experience with twins, triplets, preemies, and children with special needs. I started working with families more than 20 years ago. I am available for day, overnight, and 24 hours shifts. I support families physically, educationally, and emotionally so the transition of adding a...

Tiffany S. says "We had the pleasure of working with Sharon for approximately 18 months from 2022 to 2024. Sharon first met our daughter when she was 4 months old and...

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Sarah T.

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, my passion for fostering children's growth and development drives my every action. With 13 years of experience, I've had the privilege of positively impacting children's lives. My patient and calm nature, coupled with my creativity and approachability, creates a nurturing...

Jess C. says "Sarah is simply an amazing nanny! Sarah worked with our family for a year starting when our son was a newborn until he was about a year old. Sarah is...

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Yesenia R.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello, I am an experienced nanny I have taken care of children from ages newborn to 13 years old. I have completed early childhood classes 1 and 2, I learned about child development and milestones in children ages 0 to preschool years. I assisted and observed children in several classrooms, these classrooms included: infants,...

Andre A. says "Yesenia is a very great nanny! She was very gentle with my son and kept me updated via pictures throughout the day. She also took my son for a walk in the...

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Sarah B.

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been in the caretaking business for 12 years now. I have experience working with all ages of children and have been a nanny for 8 families. As well as experience working with special needs children. I love inspiring creativity and teaching, as well as reading to and with children. Will provide background check if hired. I...

Care Member says "I can’t say enough good things about Sarah! She is dependable, smart, and fantastic with my 3yr old son. She fosters independence and has taught him...

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Andrea G.

Caregiver & Pet Sitter

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have experience caring for newborns up until age 13. As an aunt of three (plus), I often cared for my niece when she was a newborn and on. I have experience caring for a friends newborn, up until age 2 and also cared for two young boys, one with ASD, beginning at age 2 and 4 for five years. I have cared for another young boy...

Allie B. says "Andrea has a gentle disposition and is so patient with children. Her imagination allows her to carry on a conversation with toddlers so naturally. She...

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Adriana B.

Herndon, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Available evenings and weekends only. I am a young professional (25 f) seeking one-time babysitting and caretaking jobs to increase my income. I was a full time nanny of 3 (2 toddlers, 1 infant) for one year and absolutely loved it. I have experience resolving conflict between kids, managing big feelings and teaching teaching...

Madison C. says "Adriana has been such an amazing extension of our family and has taken amazing care of our 3 children over the last year. She is smart, dependable,...

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Gifty Q.

I Love Caring

Gaithersburg, MD

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 25 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
My name is Gifty, I'm currently available for a full time nanny position. I'm passionate about childcare, I have 10 years of experience in guiding children. Over the years, I have had the pleasure to work with newborns up to teenage, multiple children, and special needs. I am infant CPR certified, and have excellent...

Care Member says "Gifty has been an excellent caretaker for my daughter M, who is developmentally delayed but quite robust, cheerful and fun. Although she is 29 years...

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Clara N.

Love To See Children Thrive!

Gaithersburg, MD

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
I have over 4 years of experience working with children including children special needs. I love to work with all children. Within the home, I can help with Light Housekeeping, laundry, and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I can also help with homework and lessons.

Care Member says "Clara was very caring and attentive to Cameron, 6, my grandson. "

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Potomac, MD are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Susan A.

Susan is very caring and helpful. She did great with my son.

- Alin C.

Carmen R.

So blessed to have had Ms. Carmen as our nanny for the past two years. We have two very active boys, 3 and 11 months. She has never been...

- Cherie T.

Kura M.

Kura was a blessing to our family last year. She got my two children (7 and 9) ready for school and walked/drove them to school every...

- Jacqueline M.

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