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Kamyra H.

Washington, DC

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Errands
hospice services
meal prep
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
As a nurse and caregiver, I provide compassionate, patient-centered care to children with special needs as well as seniors living with dementia and disabilities. I understand the importance of patience, communication, and creating a safe, supportive environment for every individual I care for. I assist with daily living...
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Washington, DC

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
respite care
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I have experience working in a summer camp for three months supporting people with special needs, where I learned patience, empathy, and adaptability. I also volunteered for one year at a nursing home in Colombia, assisting seniors with daily activities and companionship. I am a fast learner, responsible, and always motivated to...
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Washington, DC

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$20/hr
My Name is Carolina, Dedicated and compassionate caregiver with CPR, First Aid, and Heart Saver certifications. With a warm and caring personality, I provide top-notch support to individuals in need. I'm driven by a passion to serve and make a difference in people's lives. My goal is to deliver personalized care with kindness,...
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Available Full-Time For Companionship, Light Housekeeping And Meal Prepping

Washington, DC

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Visiting nurse
personal care
home modification
I am a former CNA who has over a decade of hands on experience in healthcare. I am passionately dedicated to the care of seniors and special needs individuals. For years I have worked closely with adults living with special needs, Alzheimer's and dementia, as well as physical ailments (both acute and chronic). I am familiar with...
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Special Needs Care Available

Washington, DC

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$10/hr
7 years experience
In 2007 I worked for the John Archer School's "Camp Ability." This was the most challenging and the most rewarding job. I worked with children and young adults with special needs in the classroom setting and on field trips. Over the past seven years I have provided child care for two boys with autism. I have learned a lot from...
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I have a solid background caring for children of all ages, including babies and toddlers, and I'm now looking to expand my experience with children who have special needs. While my direct experience in this area is limited, I'm very open to learning and adapting to meet each child's unique needs. I bring patience, empathy, and a...
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Washington, DC

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Hi! I'm Joy, and I bring over 7 years of experience working with children with autism and other developmental needs. I began in 2018 at a specialized school and have since provided in-home and clinic-based ABA therapy as a Registered Behavior Technician. I hold a Master's in Clinical Psychology and am completing my PhD, with...
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Occupational Therapist/Disability Advocate

Washington, DC

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$49/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Ryan, and I am an occupational therapist (licensed in DC, MD, and VA), a disability advocate and a content creator. I graduated in 2021 with a Master of Occupational Therapy and am currently working full-time at an assisted living facility. In addition, to being an OT I am the founder and a content creator which is a...
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Part Time Caregiver With Pediatric Nursing Experience Available

Washington, DC

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I have 19 years of experience as a pediatric nurse and was a pediatric nurse practitioner for 13 years. I have cared for medically complex children both in the inpatient and outpatient settings.
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Part-time Care-giver Available

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hello! I am from Washington D. C. where I live now and have worked with children including children with special needs in school settings. I also have a Masters in Social Work. I am completely fine with pets, I love animals. I am also proficient in Spanish. I look forward to meeting you!
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Washington, DC

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$40/hr
20 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Hope and I am a former full time nanny and the founder of Tunes 4 Tots music school, known for our baby music classes. I graduated from MU Millersville University of Pennsylvania where I majored in music education in 2011. I now have 20 years of child care and teaching experience, clearly I adore working with...
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Washington, DC

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello, I am Mayce "Ashura", a junior at Howard University studying Psychology and Biology with plans to pursue a PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience. I currently work as a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) providing specialized in-home care for children with special needs particularly those on the autism spectrum. With three...
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Washington, DC

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$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Kathryn - kids call me KP. An unexpected lay-off means I have some downtime and I'd love to do some kid care. I've worked as a nanny, babysitter and camp counselor intermittently for the last 30 years. Newborns! Friends call me the "baby whisperer" and many have asked me to be their first babysitter. I have spent...
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Washington, DC

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Transportation
personal care
hospice services
For three years I served for the Peace Corps in Peru as a special education facilitator and a youth development volunteer. As a volunteer working with the community of special needs I also had the chance to work with those who had physical disabilities and the elderly community of Peru, because these communities all fall under...
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  • 154 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of June 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6

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