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154 special needs caregivers are listed in Washington, DC
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Washington, DC
Gary P.
Washington, DC
$25-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.0
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While in my role working in health care, I exercised a calculated and methodical approach to quality patient care. I am independently motivated, yet I appreciate team efforts and collaborate productively within groups. Additionally, I am knowledgeable with in-patient care planning, assisting with procedures and educating...
5.0
"Mr. Gary is a great tutor to my son. He keeps him focused on his homework. My son is on the autism spectrum and has ADHD. Gary is very patient with H. He has a great sense of humor. He is punctual and...
Reviewed by Jean H.
4.3
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Hi I'm Deja I'm 25 years of age, I have 12 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping meal prepping etc. I love kids of all ages include babies. I've nannied for four different family's long term I'm also a on call nanny as well. I have cared for children with special needs & I'm also CPR trained. I have been...
5.0
"My experience with Deja has been AMAZING, I have three kids two boys & one girl ages (3 months, 2yrs & 6yrs) and I can absolutely say the kids LOVE Deja. She’s definitely a great help with me getting back into...
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Sarah M.
Washington, DC
$20-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Experienced Childcare Professional Available As Part-Time Or Full-Time Nanny
5.0
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I have worked with children for over 15 years in a variety of positions including as a nanny, summer camp director, tutor, and both as an assistant teacher and the after-school director for a Washington DC area Montessori school. I have worked with all ages, from infant to teenager. I also have experience with multiples, large...
5.0
"It was such a pleasure working with Sarah! She babysat for us while we were in town for a family wedding. Despite our crazy schedule, Sarah was super flexible, dependable, and great with our son. Would highly...
Reviewed by Sarita M.
5.0
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Hi! My name is Marlo and I am 28 years old. I have my masters degree in psychology and am in my final months of graduate school earning my doctorate (PsyD). I genuinely enjoy caring for, and teaching, kids and teens and consider myself engaged, patient, and reliable. I have a long history working with children both with and...
5.0
"Marlo is an excellent caregiver! We currently use her for occasional date nights. Our daughter really loves her and she is great with her!"
Reviewed by Elizabeth H.
Angelica L.
Washington, DC
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Patient Caregiver With 8 Great References And 16 Years Of Experience
5.0
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Hi! I'm a college graduate with a double Bachelor's in Technical Theater and Theater Performance. I've babysat for countless families- babies, twins, kids with special needs- and up to four kids at a time. I love fostering a love of reading, making arts and crafts, taking kids to the park or library, and generally encouraging...
5.0
"Angelica was great with our toddler (3 yrs old) and also lovely with our pet dog. We'll hire her again!"
Reviewed by Erica H.
5.0
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Hi - My name is Luiza. I am offering child care and household services.
In my country, I grew up working with my mom on her clinic of child rehabilitation (for kids with special needs), and also I always got to do social projects with children at my church back in Brazil. Besides that, I have been watching newborns, infants,...
5.0
"Luiza was awesome! She is a good communicator, she was on time, and my boys had a great time with her. 100% plan to hire her again"
Reviewed by Cory P.
5.0
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I come from a large family of five children, raised by parents who encouraged curiosity, reading, nature exploration and responsibility. I am a proud auntie if two nieces who I love dearly. I have over 10 years of experience watching children for small groups of 13 + to nannying a baby for the first year of their life. I was...
5.0
"Anne Marie is so caring, thoughtful, and helpful! I would highly recommend her to support your family. She will treat them like her own! She also has a ton of knowledge about food & health."
Reviewed by Chloe G.
5.0
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I'm an AU student but I am taking this semester off. I love arts & crafts, playing outside, reading, and playing games with kids. I have a great deal of experience. Most recently I've been working with a family with 2 little girls (ages 2 and 2 months). Before that, I nannied in a 4-child- household for about 2 years. Last...
5.0
"Meets all my requests and if I told her specific details she follows them kids listen to her and she comes in on short notice keeps the house clean
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Reviewed by Dapre S.
4.8
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Hi! I am a reliable, patient, creative, and a very flexible person who has 9 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenager and with children with special needs. I have babysat children in my neighborhood for years and have also volunteered and worked at a local daycare. I am currently a college student who is...
5.0
"Sahara was great. My 2 and 4 year olds took to her very quickly. She is very sweet and dependable and would hire her again!"
Reviewed by Sunita V.
5.0
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I grew up the oldest of four children and was the go-to nanny. In addition, I have several years of experience working in an elementary school. I have 5+ years of experience working with children and would describe it as my passion. I am willing to cook meals as well as do light housework but my first priority is always caring...
5.0
"Sophie is the best nanny you could wish for. She is extremely knowledgeable in her field of child development. She is kind, gentle, educational, communicative. She is flexible and accommodating. She was so...
Reviewed by Patricia B.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Fatmanur. I am originally from Istanbul, Turkey, and currently live in Edgewood, DC. I speak English and Turkish. I graduated with my bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and I recently graduated with my master's degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology. I'm the eldest child of four and I have helped raise them...
5.0
"I'm so incredibly thankful for Fatmanur. Highly recommend - warm, patient, and my kids really enjoy being with her!"
Reviewed by Pauline H.
5.0
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*Available only evenings and weekends*
I have 10+ years of experience and have been babysitting in the dmv area for 6+ months. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Swimming Supervision, crafts, & more. I'm comfortable with any outdoor activities, but I'm also able to entertain and watch children inside! I have two little...
5.0
"Stacy is a great sitter! We have three kids and she does a fantastic job hanging out with them and handling the routines along the way. "
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4.0
(1)
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Hello family, I cared for many children in my lifetime, from ages 2 days old to 16 years old, also children with special needs as well. I love watching children and teaching them. I'm a very reliable, responsible and patient person. I am CPR, First Aid Certified and A Newborn Care Specialist and worked at a Jewish Community...
4.0
"Maybe she will work for your family! But no luck for interviewing with us..
Set up an interview the day before after confirming our posting which included light meal prep and housekeeping. Late night I...
Reviewed by Adam M.
5.0
(3)
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I was an Au pair back in 2016, and I had such an amazing experience with both of my families. I love kids, teaching them and learning from them is the motive for me to want to be a part of their lives. I am exited to have this opportunity and I can provide references upon request. When I worked with my second family as an au...
5.0
"Katia was a nanny to our three children (focusing mostly on the baby as we also had an au pair for our older kids) for two years until our childcare needs changed as the kids got older. She was very reliable,...
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5.0
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I have been caring for children since I was in middle school, working as a babysitter in the neighborhood I grew up in as well as working at an elementary after-school program. I have worked with children from new born to middle school age in families of up to four children, in addition to children with special needs. Outside of...
5.0
"Juliana cared for our two girls, 2 and 5, for 2 weeks every day after school. She was great with them, gave them lots of attention and came up with creative activities to keep them occupied. She picked them up...
Reviewed by Molly E.
5.0
(2)
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Hi my name is Liza and I am a speech pathology masters student at George Washington University. I graduated from the University of Virginia with a degree in speech communication disorders. I have babysat kids of all ages (newborn +) and have experience with a wide range of special needs (down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy...
5.0
"Liza did an excellent job taking care of our energetic 2 year old son. We will most certainly call her again when we need a date night babysitter!"
Reviewed by Jelena M.
5.0
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Hi! I am an Occupational Therapist in Washington, DC currently looking to make a little extra cash. I have experience with children with special needs. I look forward to meeting you!
Shaleia L.
Washington, DC
$15-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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Hello!
My name is Shaleia and I'm a student. If I were to describe myself I would say that I am diligent, timely, understanding and most importantly that I really love kids.
I began by taking care of my younger relatives. From there I began volunteering at the children's ministry at my church which I did consistently for...
5.0
"Shaleia worked for my family for four months before she returned to college. She was very flexible with my early morning, constantly changing work schedule. She helped get my two children ready for school and...
Reviewed by Kathleen G.
Sarie B.
Washington, DC
$25-42/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello families! My name is Sarie and I am a positive, reliable, patient person who has 9+ years of experience working with children, infants to teenagers. I also have a lot of experience working with children with special needs. In 2021 I received my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and recently received my...
5.0
"We hired Sarie to be our nanny for the summer and we got so much more. Sarie has been such a blessing to our family and we all truly adore her! We have 5 children including one with significant special needs...
Reviewed by Shannon A.
Beverly H.
Washington, DC
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Energetic And Creative Babysitter With Strong Background In Education
5.0
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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Washington, DC
Gary P.
5.0
Mr. Gary is a great tutor to my son. He keeps him focused on his homework. My son is on the autism spectrum and has ADHD. Gary is very patient with H. He has a great sense of humor. He is punctual and conscientious.
- Jean H.
Deja J.
5.0
My experience with Deja has been AMAZING, I have three kids two boys & one girl ages (3 months, 2yrs & 6yrs) and I can absolutely say the kids LOVE Deja. She’s definitely a great help with me getting back into work after being on maternity leave, she’s there to lend a wonderful helping hand it’s...
- Care member
Sarah M.
5.0
It was such a pleasure working with Sarah! She babysat for us while we were in town for a family wedding. Despite our crazy schedule, Sarah was super flexible, dependable, and great with our son. Would highly recommend her!
- Sarita M.
Marlo B.
5.0
Marlo is an excellent caregiver! We currently use her for occasional date nights. Our daughter really loves her and she is great with her!
- Elizabeth H.
Angelica L.
5.0
She was awesome with my twins and will definitely use her again.
- Natasha C.
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Ratings for Washington, DC special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Washington, DC are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 96 reviews of the 154 listed special needs caregivers.