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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Gainesville, VA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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I am compassionate, caring and extremely patient with everyone
I have a lot experience with people with special needs . Easy to talk and very attentive person
I am waiting to hear from you to help you anytime
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Thank you !!
Sincerely Kind,
Evelyn
4.0
"I am a FTM and was severely sleep deprived when I called Evelyn for help. She could sense the despair in my voice and came over that day. She subsequently helped me briefly during the summer and I'm so...
Reviewed by Lindsay R.
5.0
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Hi Care Families! I'm Evelyn, 45 from Peru. I've lived in Nokesville, VA for 5 years. I have 2 daughters, 17 & 11 years old. I speak Spanish/English. I've been working as an Attendant with Special needs kids @ PWCPS 2021. I'm fully vaccinated. I have Pediatric/Adult First Aid/CPR/AED (American Red Cross). I absolutely love...
5.0
"We are so happy to have found Evelyn. We have a son with special needs and we found Evelyn to be compassionate, sweet, reliable and very trustworthy. My husband and I were able to enjoy a rare night out...
Reviewed by Karen C.
Lorita B.
Gainesville, VA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Special Needs Services (in addition to regular childcare)
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I am available to provide care for special needs children. My experience is with my youngest sister who has Down syndrome, an occasional seizure, and is mentally challenged. I grew up assisting my parents with her everyday needs and learning to understand her very limited speaking ability. I currently oversee her care in a group...
Ashley P.
Gainesville, VA
$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I am a Teacher Assistant in a Middle School Special Education Classroom for students with severe intellectual disabilities. I have worked in a Daycare with infants through school age children and in Elementary Special Education. I have 4 years of workplace experience and have been babysitting since I was a teenager (8+ years). I...
Dana P.
Gainesville, VA
$32/hr • 2 yrs exp
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hii, I'm dana from gainesville va and I'm super excited to hopefully one day care for your kids! Im very outgoing and love to explore, so I can assure you, you're children will have fun. Im 18 and have been caring for children for about two years. I've worked with special needs basketball teams and have experience in a childcare...
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Hello! My name is Camila but feel free to call me Mila. I was born in Colombia, so I speak Spanish and English.
I have experience working with kids since I majored as an English teacher in my country. This allowed me to be patient, playful and loving.
I am currently working with an 18-month-old during the week so I'm looking to...
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Kyle S.
Gainesville, VA
$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I have several years of experience with children of a wide variety of ages. My mom was a Foster Parent when we lived in Chesapeake, Virginia and I spent a lot of time helping her care for foster children with as many as 6 kids at a time. We adopted one foster child who has special needs such as Autism, NAS (Neonatal abstinence...
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Since I was young, I have been spending time with the elderly, whether I was volunteering my time or working as a caregiver. I have had opportunities to care for those with dementia, those who have had a stroke and needed extra care (feeding, etc.) and also those that needed companionship, errands run, light cleaning, cooking,...
5.0
"Susie was a god send to our family to care for our 92 year old grandfather. She is caring compassionate and is all about being helpful in anyway needed. Her company and her cooking brightened each day that...
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I have been a nanny since 2011. My first family consisted of a total of 3 children. The oldest I cared for from infancy until he turned 3 and began preschool. The family then had twins (one with special needs) that I cared for from 6 months to 3 1/2 years old. Upon completion of that job, I began caring for a 2-month-old premie...
5.0
"Dana is such a pleasure to have in our home. She fits right in and loves our daughter as if she would her own. She's always on time. She has attended doctor's appointments and helps with developmental...
Reviewed by Sara C.
5.0
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Hi, I am Ingrid, I have worked with children my whole life, I started with volunteer work as an English teacher then started babysitting for neighbors and family, I am in the last semester of my associates degree in Early Childhood Development. I really appreciate being around kids....
5.0
"Ingrid is a very attentive and responsible professional, she can live with not only friendship, but also in a professional environment, a lot of dedication, effort and does everything with great love, I do not...
Reviewed by Camila N.
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I love children especially those who need special care. I work with many different kids and work for different agencies on call. I have more than 20 years of experiences with all children. God created all of them and did not make any mistake; love love with all my heart.
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My name is Arielle and I am a nationally certified Adapted Physical Education Teacher with a master's degree in Adapted Physical Activity, and a bachelor's degree in health and physical education. I recently left my job as an Adapted PE teacher in Fairfax County Public Schools. I left the school system because I want to have a...
5.0
"Arielle watched my teenage special needs son this past summer. She helped him with his morning routine and took him to summer camp. She was great with him and he really enjoyed their time together."
Reviewed by Mark S.
5.0
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My name is Mary and I am a student currently taking a break from school due to the pandemic. I have participated in a program for years, getting to know and spend time with peers with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. I also have experience as a caregiver for a child with Williams Syndrome as well as experience...
5.0
"There are some people that kids just take to instantly-Mary is one of those people. We were lucky enough to have Mary spend time with our 13 year old son several hours each week for 8 months. Our son has...
Reviewed by Jennifer A.
5.0
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I am half Egyptian half Italian. I moved to the States 7 years ago. I am trustworthy responsible for providing good quality care with of children, adults and their families, The main responsibility is to provide assistance with medical, personal and emotional needs. This means that I will help the special needs child or adult as...
5.0
"Khaled was very punctual and professional and he helped us get to our appointments on time . He was also very helpful and kind . I would rehire him if we are ever in need again"
Reviewed by Anup S.
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My name is Kiana! I'm 25 years old and the oldest of 7 kids! Not only do I have a lot of experience taking care of all of my siblings, I've also had paid experience sitting other people's kids since I was 8 years old. I'm able to care for children ages ranging from newborns - pre-teens and special needs!
Before I started...
5.0
"She is really great with the kids, mine have a lot of energy but she is always calm and patient with them. They always ask for her to come over."
Reviewed by Jenell M.
Jordyn H.
Bristow, VA
$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I have been around people with special needs and learning disabilities since I was young. I have aided in classrooms with special needs children of all ages ranging from elementary to high school. I currently work part time as an occupational therapy assistant and have been in a variety of settings including in the home,...
Mandee K.
Bristow, VA
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
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Hi there,
My name is Mandee. I'm PCA/HHA certified. I have more then 8 years of experience working with the elderly. I have experience working in nursing homes, retirement homes, as well as private residential homes.
I have 6 years of experience with special needs. Specifically Autism disorder. Please contact me if interested...
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I have experience working with children of all kinds (including special needs) and can help with grocery shopping, carpooling, arts & crafts, babysitting, pet sitting, and much more.
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I have over 7 years of experience in senior and special needs care. I've worked privately, and for Home Instead. My PCA certificate is expired, but I have the training. I do light housekeeping, organizing, errands, transportation, meal prep, pet care, and med reminders. I'm older, so my clients enjoy sharing nostalgia with me,...
Jalinne S.
Manassas, VA
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hello!
I'm Jalinne! I have a background in Public Health.
Originally, I started to babysit in 2015 for a family of 4 in Vienna. I also worked at Jill's House in Vienna for almost three years. I used to take care of kids with special needs. I was in charge of up to 10 kids during overnight.
At the moment, I am working as a...
5.0
"Jalinne was amazing with my babies!"
Reviewed by Christina J.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gainesville, VA
Evelyn L.
4.0
I am a FTM and was severely sleep deprived when I called Evelyn for help. She could sense the despair in my voice and came over that day. She subsequently helped me briefly during the summer and I'm so grateful for her support. She is a calming force and very good with babies! I would trust her to...
- Lindsay R.
Evelyn L.
5.0
We are so happy to have found Evelyn. We have a son with special needs and we found Evelyn to be compassionate, sweet, reliable and very trustworthy. My husband and I were able to enjoy a rare night out knowing our son and other children were safe and sound.
- Karen C.
Susie W.
5.0
Susie was a god send to our family to care for our 92 year old grandfather. She is caring compassionate and is all about being helpful in anyway needed. Her company and her cooking brightened each day that she was with my grandfather and his wife. I would highly recommend Susie to care for any...
- Care member
Dana B.
5.0
Dana is such a pleasure to have in our home. She fits right in and loves our daughter as if she would her own. She's always on time. She has attended doctor's appointments and helps with developmental therapies done at home. I would absolutely hire her again!
- Sara C.
Ingrid S.
5.0
Ingrid has been watching our twins for a couple of years now. They are almost 4 now and one is autistic. She does a wonderful job managing our kids and is always our first choice to watch them. She has stayed long hours with them from early morning to late night, and even accompanies us on large...
- John C.
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Ratings for Gainesville, VA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Gainesville, VA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.