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Rhonda J.

Dignity Provided With Care!

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as extremely kind, thoughtful and focused . I like caring for seniors and people with special needs because I genuinely enjoy helping people feel comfortable and safe. I'm looking for a job that will compensate me for my knowledge and experience. I started caring for people with special needs...

Adriana C. says "Rhonda has been very reliable and is a hard worker. She is knowledgeable about special needs and has good communication skills. We are very please with...

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Your Jack Of All Trades!

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Hello, I'm Jesualdo, and I pride myself on being a versatile and adaptable individual ready to tackle any task that comes my way. With a wide range of skills and a genuine passion for helping others, I am here to make your life a little easier and more enjoyable. Services Offered: Household Management: Expert in maintaining a...

Marcia A. says "Aldo works for us on a as needed basis. He arrives on time and ready to begin. A likable guy who is a self starter so if I'm busy he will find...

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Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
2 years experience
I have had the pleasure of working for a while with a young child who was hearing impaired and I really enjoyed working with him on a weekly basis. For a short time I had the pleasure of caring for an older lady who was suffering from dementia before she passed. Our days were spent with me listening to stories of her past and...

Carla E. says "Tabatha is very dependable and great with kids!"

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Aspiring Counselor / Present Caregiver

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
It is with great interest that I am submitting my resume to become a dedicated caregiver. I am fueled by great ambition towards working as a reliable hand. My focus is to sustain growth within the minds and hearts of those in need. Moreover, I am well versed in managing meals, creating fun and informative activities, and showing...
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Night Time Caregiver And On Call Caregiver Available, Short Notice

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 10 years experience caring for adults with special needs, I have worked long term with families to help care for their loved ones, especially on autism spectrum. While this work comes with a price, it has been the most rewarding job I have ever held, It gives me instant reward seeing beautiful smiles while creating...

Julia F. says "Anne was a wonderful caregiver for my 22 year old niece who has special needs. She was kind and patient and fun and reliable. She was very flexible,...

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Silver Spring, MD

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
7 years experience
Hello, My name is Renee. I am 23 years old. I am an EMT with Sandy Spring Vol Fire Department (since 2013), I was also active duty Navy, Corpsman/Medic (since 2015). I have experience with special needs, persons on the spectrum, kids and the elderly. I've grown up assisting my mother who has cerebral palsy. I am here to help...
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Full Time Professional Care Giver

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello my name is Veronica. I have been a child care provider for over 25 years and an elderly care provider for over 20 years. I am ambitious, punctual, honest, trustworthy, kind and very reliable. I am certified in CPR and first aid as well as hold certificates in medication technician field and experience with special...

Randi W. says "Icilma is probably one of the most genuine, kindhearted person I've ever encountered in my life. She was a positive influence in my children's life and...

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Hi! My Name Is Lizzy. I Love Art, Music, Swimming, Lacrosse, And Playing The Piano And Guitar.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hey! My name is Lizzy and I'm a Psychology student with double minors in Human Development and Sociology at the University of Maryland, College Park. I love art, playing the guitar and piano, video games, lacrosse, and swimming (I'm actually a former head swim instructor and lifeguard - bonus points if you want me to give your...

Care Member says "The past reviews are correct, our kids really won’t stop talking about Lizzy. We hired her back when she was still a swim coach because she has the...

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Experienced Bilingual Caregiver

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have cared for many children, some with special needs, both in my home, as well as in the children's homes for over 30 years, ages 3 months old up to 14 years old. I also worked as a co-educator at the Gan Hayeled Nursery School in Washington, DC in the 2-year-old and 3-year-old classrooms. While at the Gan, I received both...

Care Member says "She’s great and my son loved her "

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Babysitter

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hello families! Experienced nanny with 6 years of experience, having worked with two long-term families. I specialize in caring for babies, children up to 12 years old, and those with special needs, particularly autism. I am CPR certified and currently seeking a full-time position with a family where I can establish a...

Suelen D. says "She's super caring and kind with the children, is extremely reliable, and is always happy going her job. Fabi is a lovely and adorable person!"

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Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
I have been working with kids and seniors for the past 4 years. I have a cna and a CPR license. I have been working with seniors with dementia, Alzheimer's and special needs.

Lamiteck H. says "She used to babysit my son before we moved to North Carolina. My kids liked her even my mom and my wife loved her ."

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Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
I became a Home Health Aide (HHA) in 2007 working first for an agency and then privately for families. In 2009 I started working privately for an elderly couple living in Northwest Washington, DC. His primary diagnosis was Dementia; hers was Alzheimer's. He died in November of 2015. She died in November of 2018. They both...

David G. says "Zufan is an outstanding and trustworthy caregiver. She helped my elderly mother get to appointments around DC. I would hire her again in a second. "

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Full Time Care Giver

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
personal care
visiting physician
home modification
dementia
I have been a child care provider for over 25 years and an elderly care provider for over 20 years. I am ambitious, punctual, honest, trustworthy, kind and very reliable. I am certified in CPR and first aid as well as hold certificates in medication technician field and experience with special needs children. I am...

Elizabeth J. says "Icilma is a loving and dependable caregiver. She cared for our elderly mother for 5 years in her home and then part time when she entered a group home....

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Available Part Time Care Giver, Senior Care, Special Needs, Medication Management And Wound Care

Silver Spring, MD

from
$34/hr
10 years experience
I am currently a Licensed Practical Nurse in possession of both a Maryland and Washington DC License with over six years experience in both assisted living and home care inclusive. Before attaining my LPN I was a CNA for approximately 4 years mainly working with geriatric clients. I am passionate in working with seniors and...
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Experienced Special Needs Provider

Silver Spring, MD

from
$15/hr
7 years experience
I have worked in a wide variety of settings with individuals who are special needs. I have worked as an assistant for three different childcare facilities that work with individuals with intellectual disabilities. From this experience, I conducted an array of tasks from feeding to prompting/redirecting. I have also been employed...
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Registered Nurse Seeking Part-time Work With A Senior Or Special Needs Adult

Silver Spring, MD

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$23/hr
10 years experience
I am a 50-year-old Filipina-American nurse who spent most of my 25 year career as a full-time clinical research nurse. I shifted to working as a part-time parochial school nurse so I could attend to my parents, one of whom was terminally ill. I am now in a position to work more hours and is interested in working 1:1 with a...
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Part-Time Special Needs Care Giver Available

Silver Spring, MD

from
$15/hr
I enjoy working with kids of all ages. During college I took many Education classes, as well as a couple Special Education classes. I spent 20 hours sitting in and helping a teacher with a classroom of Middle School special needs children.
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Care for special needs

Silver Spring, MD

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I have many years of experience with children aged newborn-13 years old. I also have training in first aid as I worked for the police in my country. I currently taking care of a child who is 1-year-old. I enjoy doing projects with the kids and outdoor activities. Also, I can teach them how to speak Spanish. I have my own...
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Fun Sitter With A Passion For Special Education

Silver Spring, MD

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Hi, I'm Kiley! I have 4 years of teaching experience as a middle school, special educator. I have three years of experience teaching students with moderate to severe developmental and/or intellectual disabilities. Additionally, I have 1/2 a year of experience teaching students with learning disabilities as a long term substitute...
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Part Time Caregiver Available !

Silver Spring, MD

from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Hi families! My name is Katty! I have a lot of experience taking care of kids of all ages and fulfilling their basic needs. I love kids and I get along with them very easily. I am a recent college grad from The University of Maryland, Baltimore County. I currently work at a Non-profit for individuals with Developmental...
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  • 94 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.73/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Silver Spring, MD

Special Needs Caregivers in Silver Spring, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 36 reviews of the 94 listed special needs caregivers

Rhonda J.

Rhonda has been very reliable and is a hard worker. She is knowledgeable about special needs and has good communication skills. We are very...

- Adriana C.

Jesualdo F.

Aldo works for us on a as needed basis. He arrives on time and ready to begin. A likable guy who is a self starter so if I'm busy he...

- Marcia A.

Tabatha C.

Tabatha is very dependable and great with kids!

- Carla E.

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