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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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Susan A.

Care Provider Specializing In Special Needs Or Children W/ The Need For More In div. Attn.

Potomac, MD

4.2(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have worked with children my whole life and always seemed to veer towards the ones that need a little more one-one attn. to later find out a diagnosis or to soon be diagnosed with something, and my extra attn. to details and focus were a good way to start implementing and focusing specific skills. I currently specialize in...

Kelli G. says "A hidden gem! It's hard to believe we have not known Susan our entire lives. Her ability to establish deep, personal and meaningful relationships with...

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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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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
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
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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Sawa K.

Experienced, Reliable Nanny | Infant To Teen Care

Potomac, MD

from
$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

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
respite care
personal care
live-in home care
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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Margery D.

Gaithersburg, MD

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I have had experience being a nanny for children aged 3 months to 12 years. I have babysat families with multiples and as well as children with special needs. I tutored children for many years and I used to be a swim instructor for children under 10. I have two sets of young twins in my family and I have many cousins that I have...

Lisa F. says "Did not interview with her, no information to submit."

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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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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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Andrea G.

Caregiver & Pet Sitter

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Kimberlee G.

Part-time Caregiver

Bethesda, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have experience in many areas of caring. I have nannied for evening time parents meeting groups where I watched a range of 3-8 children all between the ages of 3-10yrs old. I have younger cousins between 1-10yrs old so I am excellent with children and babies and always treat them like they are my own. I have a natural way with...

Care Member says "Kim was timely, super responsive, and easy going. My son (3 years old) was home sick, and she came over to help play with him while he stayed home from...

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Lilian V.

Lilian K, 26yo, Brazilian.

Germantown, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hello, I'm Lilian from Brazil. I'm 26yo. I've been working as an Au Pair for two years and now I'm working as a nanny. I've had experience with kids between the ages 1 to 12 years old. I've helped with the process of potty training and I also have experience with special needs and I also can do de medication (if they...

Sam K. says "I never had to worry about Lilian taking care of my kids. She is one of the most hard working care takers we have come across, we hire a lot due to moving...

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Jamie C.

Caregiver/Nanny/Tutor

Germantown, MD

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a mother of three grown children, one with special needs. I also have two grandchildren, ages 7 & 3 and 1 Golden doodle! I have a degree in Early Childhood Education, certification in Elementary Education, and extended experience with special needs children. My experiences have given me great opportunities to work closely...
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Miranti M.

A Loving And Multitasking Nanny

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I am a happy wife and mom of one sweet little daughter. I am graduated from Psychology and I have been working with children for more than 20 years, including as a nanny from toddler to 10 years old, infant babysitter, school-homework assistance, piano lesson tutor, teaching in pre-school and elementary level, working with...

Doris V. says "Miranti is very caring and always look for a way to assist when needed. Someone I can trust my child with. Highly recommended!"

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Kailey M.

Vienna, VA

4.3(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! Need a leg up during the week or someone to put on your calendar full time? I'm the girl for you! I have 3 years of paid experience as a babysitter under my belt, personal experience helping in the home with my special needs sibling, and 8 years of experience in the food service industry. I love to get outside and keep busy...

Care Member says "Kailey is wonderful! She has been our nanny for 3 months and is nothing short of a godsend. Our lives are like many of yours...two working parents, long...

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Rachel T.

Rockville, MD

4.0(0)
from
$19/hr
1 year experience
My name is Rachel and I am a child care/special needs professional. I have experience working with children of all ages from all different circumstances and abilities. I am also open to working with teens and adults. I am caring, creative, responsible, energetic, perceptive, and engaging with a great sense of humor and a focus...
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Marie C.

Part-time, Experienced Child Care Provider

Herndon, VA

4.2(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Marie. I'm an art student, part-time caregiver and mother of 2. I have been babysitting for 15 years, and I have a lot of good experience caring for infants, toddlers, and grade-school children. I am an excellent housekeeper! I love to cook, bake and clean- I cook for my family on a regular basis, and I have work...

Care Member says "Marie is adored by our 3 boys, especially the special need boy, I highly recommend her. She is very trustworthy and patient. Her flexibility makes our...

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Adriana B.

Herndon, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Monica M.

Private Nurse

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a retired Registered Nurse, Physical Therapist and Massage Therapist from Scandinavia/ North Europe. I provide full range of services with Special needs, including skilled Nursing/ Rehabilitative/ Personal Care, which is top quality, highly personalized care. I have experience with most hospital ICU unit equipment use and...

Evy K. says "Monica has been my RN and Physical Therapist a long time. She has unbelievable amount of patience and uncanny knowledge how to care for a 93 years old woman...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.43/hr as of July 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 15 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Susan A.

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

- Alin C.

Susan A.

A hidden gem! It's hard to believe we have not known Susan our entire lives. Her ability to establish deep, personal and meaningful...

- Kelli G.

Margery D.

Did not interview with her, no information to submit.

- Lisa F.

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