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453 special needs caregivers are listed in Houston, TX
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Houston, TX
5.0
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Hi!! My name is Jordyn. I am an enjoyable, extrovert who loves to care for children as if they were my own. I am the oldest sibling and the only girl of 2 younger brothers, so I have those 'maternal instincts' down to a T. I have been working with children of all ages for over 10 years with 2 years experience working with...
5.0
"Jordyn is AWESOME!! With me being a new mom and our first time hiring a nanny, she made sure to make me feel more at ease with going back to work and leaving my toddler. Jordyn was not only able to create a...
Reviewed by Alycea H.
Arlene R.
Houston, TX
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi families, my name is Arlene. A little about myself, I am currently a college student studying as a graphic design major. I've had experience as a nanny for the past four years. As a nanny, I am very reliable & responsible. I can also be flexible and able to take on other tasks. I do have my own transportation so I can help...
Cynthia D.
Houston, TX
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.2
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I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I have experience with multiple kids and children and adults with special needs. I have experience with newborns, pre mature babies, and infant twins. Children are amazing! They are why I teach! The more I babysit(teach), the better teacher/babysitter I become. I I have a self...
5.0
"Cynthia took care of my special needs son. She was responsible, helpful and very attentive to his needs. "
Reviewed by Jennifer P.
5.0
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Hi! My name is Richland! I am a school counselor! I have taught in public school for 5 years (1st and 2nd grade). Prior to teaching in a public school, I worked at Kids R Kids for 5 years. I was a pre-kindergarten teacher for Kids R Kids private preschool
Throughout my career as an educator and working in childcare I have...
5.0
"Kept good communication with me!"
Reviewed by Mirna A.
Tiffany M.
Houston, TX
$23/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi my name is Tiffany! I am 28 and truly enjoy working with children. On my free time I volunteer with Child Advocates and full time I am a Assistant Facilities Manager. I provide sitter services on weekends, weekday evenings after 5:00pm, and overnights. My experience ranges from toddlers, pre teens/teens, and special needs...
5.0
"We hired Tiffany to care for my and my brother's children. She was punctual and kept the kids entertained and cared for. We would hire Tiffany again!"
Reviewed by Konnie H.
5.0
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Hey families!
I'm Destiny . I am a full-time student at the University of Houston who is studying Child Development in hopes of establishing a career in Special Population administration.
With 6+ years of childcare experience, I have experience/background in
- Infant to older children
- Montessori education
- Special needs
-...
5.0
"Destiny is such a joy to be around! She took great care of my then 2 month old and also assisted with my 3 year old. She worked with us full time for 8 weeks in the summer and then part time as needed. Destiny...
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Paola G.
Houston, TX
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
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My name is Paola, I am 28 years old and I am Colombian (I speak, read, and write Spanish) and I have years of experience (around 10) with child care. I love kids, arts and crafts, teaching, and a lot more. I have watched up to 4 kids at the same time, work with kids with special needs, and am highly experienced in newborns. I...
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Hi, I absolutely love kids! I was previously an assistant teacher and volunteer at Special Care Daycare in Oklahoma City for about a year. During this time, I organized activities (both outside and inside), prepared meals, and watched both typically developing and special needs children from the ages of 7 months to 14 years old....
5.0
"Jasmine is dedicated, kind, dependable, and always willing to do whatever is necessary to provide the best possible environment for the children in her care. She is a positive presence with abundant energy....
Reviewed by Pam N.
5.0
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Babysitting, being a fully-time live in nanny, participating in Best Buddies and other special needs programs, caring for seniors in both assisted living and memory care divisions... being a caretaker has always been a natural passion of mine and something that fills my heart with joy. Finding someone that you can trust and rely...
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I'm a Certified Home Health Aide, Caregiver, Provider, PCA. I love caring for people. I have 38 yrs experienced as a Certified Home Healthcare Aide in ADL Care, Bathing, Dressing, Grooming, Showering, Exercising, Walking, Ambulation, I can prepare lite meals. I am a motivator, encourager. I love reading talking, playing board...
5.0
"What would be helpful for other families is that Sybrina is good at what she do for others. Very much about her work ethics."
Reviewed by Charles M.
Kimberly N.
Houston, TX
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Awesome And Loving Caregiver!! Great Administration Skills, Experienced In The Elderly/Special Needs
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15 yrs Experience, Alzheimer's/Dementia, Colostomy Care, Special Needs, In home care, Bathing, meals , meds, basic daily care, Range Of Motion, Transportation, Group Home Superviser 5 years, Activities of Daily Living, Very Positive, Great Sense Of Humor
5.0
"Kimberly (Kim) was hired to care for my wife, who had Parkinson. She was with us almost two years. Kim is a very caring person and attended to my wife's every need. She was very professional in the manner in...
Reviewed by Hal F.
5.0
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Hello my name Is Arame, 28 years
I'm now seeking work as a caregiver to broaden my experience and flexibility, and care . com offers just the opportunity I'm looking for like nanny, senior care and Special needs.
With my experience as personal care assistant , I'm certain I have the skills to
immediately become a valuable...
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I love people. I have been blessed with a heart to serve with love. I am extremely patient and empathetic. I have taken care of bedridden, special needs, end of life , dementia, Parkinson's and some that just need a little extra help and a word of encouragement and love . I have numerous references including previous employment,...
5.0
"Carla is wonderful! I had her work for me for over a year for my dad with dementia before moving him into assisted living. She is one of the most caring caregivers I have had. She was always on time and a...
Reviewed by Kimber S.
Brianne M.
Houston, TX
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Attendant/Restorative Aid/CNA Looking For Part-time Or Full-time Work
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I've been working in this field of work for quite some time. I worked in Nursing Homes and Home Health Care & Personal homes. And it's something I love doing, I love helping people and any way I can. I strive to do my best at anything that's put before me. And myself and others consider myself a good hard worker. I am a very...
5.0
"I needed help last minute and she was able to help me and my family in a time of need and grief.She's a true blessing to me and my family!!Would recommend her, and rehire if we need anymore help."
Reviewed by Martha B.
Michael E.
Houston, TX
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.4
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Hi I'm micheal!! I am a CNA that takes pride in my work to deliver the best care I can that's put in front of me. I love working with the elderly and also young and special need clients and love and care about what I do. Many others as well as myself consider me as a hard dedicated worker. If it's anything I don't know about I...
5.0
"This young man has been a blessing to me and my family for some time now and we really admire his work ethic.He's a hard worker,pay very close attention to detail,patient,kind and has a great since of humor.if...
Reviewed by Betty O.
Guadalupe J.
Houston, TX
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello my name is Guadalupe been doing caregiving with 20 years of experience. I have worked with children and adults. I am CPR, AED, First Aide Certified and Graduated Medical Assistant, Bilingual with Great References. I am experienced with Cerebral Palsy, ALS Trachea suctioning, Diabetes, Alzheimer, Autism, Dementia, Anxiety...
5.0
"She helped as a fill in caregiver when our full time caregiver wasn't available. We found her to be punctual, reliable, very thorough and detail oriented. Would gladly hire her again!"
Reviewed by Katrina S.
Michael C.
Houston, TX
$25-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, my name is Michael I'm a professional Caregiver with experience with senior patient with special needs.
My experience involves CPR/first-aid Trained, Tracheotomy care
Medications
Transferring
Companion
Transportation
Pt with oxygen requirements
Wound care
Bath and toilet
And many more
I consider myself very kind and...
5.0
"Quite accommodating and a strong man..
He really came through when we needed him
I'd definitely recommend him to anyone"
Reviewed by Raymond E.
5.0
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Hi I'm deiondra! I am a CNA that takes pride in my work to deliver the best care I can that's put in front of me. I love working with the elderly and also young and special need clients and love and care about what I do. Many others as well as myself consider me as a hard dedicated worker. If it's anything I don't know about I...
5.0
"Great worker goes the extra mile , enjoyed her work ethic!"
Reviewed by Roderick K.
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I have worked with children with Asperger's, Autism, physical handicaps, Cerebral Palsy
I have worked with seniors with dementia.
I am passionate about providing care and comfort and joy to people who struggle with day to day life.
Shanitra D.
Houston, TX
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs Provider/ Pre School Educator, With A BS In Child And Family Development.
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I am A Pre School Educator with a Bachelor of Science in Child and family Development. I have taught pre school for over a year. I have also provided home health for persons of special needs such as, mental retardation and the elderly. I also have experience with children who have developmental delays such as, Autism, ADD and...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Houston, TX
Jordyn M.
5.0
Jordyn took amazing care of our 1 year old for about a year until she started preschool. She was patient, playful and caring to our toddler who absolutely loved her. Jordyn is responsible and a good communicator. Any family would be lucky to have her.
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Cynthia D.
5.0
Cynthia took care of my special needs son. She was responsible, helpful and very attentive to his needs.
- Jennifer P.
Richland D.
5.0
Kept good communication with me!
- Mirna A.
Tiffany M.
5.0
We hired Tiffany to care for my and my brother's children. She was punctual and kept the kids entertained and cared for. We would hire Tiffany again!
- Konnie H.
Destiny A.
5.0
Destiny is such a joy to be around! She took great care of my then 2 month old and also assisted with my 3 year old. She worked with us full time for 8 weeks in the summer and then part time as needed. Destiny was very reliable. She recommended an app so we could easily coordinate care for my infant...
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Ratings for Houston, TX special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Houston, TX are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 303 reviews of the 453 listed special needs caregivers.