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Kristin B.

Care Provider

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Kristin. I have been doing pick up drop offs for 15 years. I also have experience with children on the autism spectrum and emotionally disturbed children. I have studied early childhood development and nursing. I am honest, loving and responsible. I have 4 children of my own (3 teens, 1 baby). With all of their...
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Renee W.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(0)
from
$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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Tabatha C.

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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Shannon H.

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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Alandrea H.

Experienced Sitter Read To Help

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Alandrea I'm currently a master student at George Washington University studying for my Masters of Public Health in Maternal and Child Health. I hope to continue my studies and become a physician one day. I have experience working with all kinds of kids as a pediatric patient care tech at Childrens national...

Raabia W. says "Alandrea was a wonderful caregiver. She was reliable, polite and friendly. My child was feeling sick and fussy that day, but she was very patient and...

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Vera N.

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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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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Icilma J.

Full Time Professional Care Giver

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
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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Lea B.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
20+ years of nanny experience . I've found immense joy in nurturing children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. My positive experiences in previous babysitting / nanny roles motivated me to make a positive impact on children's lives. I love supporting families and providing reliable childcare options. I'm patient, calm,...

Mary C. says "Lea is great at looking after kids with little instruction. She is great at keeping them busy with fun activities and having play dates with other kids. She...

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Yesenia R.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Aline N.

Lovely, Responsible And Experienced Nanny

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi families My name is Aline and I have 10 years of experience with childcare (including special need kids too) My experience goes from new born babies to 13 years old teenagers and taking care of multiple kids (3 to 5 kids ) I do the kids laundry, prepare their meals, helps with home work, drive them do library, playgrounds...

Grace L. says "Aline took care of our one-year-old daughter for months until she goes to daycare. She is always punctual and went above and beyond from what we have asked...

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Fabiana D.

Babysitter

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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. Committed to building long-term relationships with families, providing consistent and reliable care. Hope we...

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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Lizzy N.

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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Icilma J.

Full Time Care Giver

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
home modification
hospice services
personal care
visiting physician
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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Robert R.

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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Lourdes S.

Registered Nurse Seeking Part-time Work With A Senior Or Special Needs Adult

Silver Spring, MD

from
$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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Eugenie Mboutchock K.

I Am A Mother Of A Special Need Child

Silver Spring, MD

from
$21/hr
10 years experience
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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Norma B.

Child Care And Special Needs Care

Silver Spring, MD

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Hello, My name is Norma. I have 15 years of experience in child care, including special needs care. I began my career in the 90s caring for a family with four small children starting at infancy to teenage years. My next position was with a child who had Type I Juvenile Diabetes. For this child, I provided specialized care...
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Jeremy K.

Full Time Care-giver

Silver Spring, MD

from
$10/hr
5 years experience
I am a highly energetic, fun loving young adult with experience in working with general education students, students with learning disabilities, and 5 years of experience with emotionally disturbed children and their families in a treatment facility. Every summer I run a summer program for children with special needs which...
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Mizanur R.

Silver Spring, MD

from
$18/hr
I am very hard-working reliable. I have hand on experience with special need. I really love working with them. Makes my day please allow me to help.
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  • 103 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.86/hr as of May 2026

  • 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 33 reviews of the 103 listed special needs caregivers

Tabatha C.

Tabatha is very dependable and great with kids!

- Carla E.

Alandrea H.

Alandrea was a wonderful caregiver. She was reliable, polite and friendly. My child was feeling sick and fussy that day, but she was very...

- Raabia W.

Vera N.

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

- Lamiteck H.

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