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Hi! My name is Violet and I'm on summer break from Georgetown University. I am looking for part time or occasional babysitting jobs. I have a lot of experience working with kids as I have 2 younger sibling, ages 7 and 9, and have been babysitting them since they were infants. I have also worked with special needs children...
Giselle R.
Great Falls, VA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Nic and I am a 25-year-old scientist. I love art, animals, cooking, and being outside. I have experience in tutoring adults/kids, babysitting animals and children. I like working with kids because they are unique developing humans. They are always honest and open to learning new things. They view the world in a...
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Lauren B.
Great Falls, VA
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have two younger siblings, have babysat for years, and was a swim coach for 4 years. I coached ages 4-16 and have babysat children ages 2-15. I love kids and have volunteered locally at Jill's House with special needs children.
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I am a certified child care provider with 10 years of experience working with twin, and Special Needs children . I am a Certified Nurse's Assistant, CPR and First Aid health care provider. I love children, and I get along with them. I have always built a good relationship with family. I am seeking a position where my...
5.0
"I have known Selly for 18 years and I have seen the great work she did with her kids as a mom; and as a friend, she is always there when you need her. She is a caring and loving mother and a great role model...
Reviewed by Aminata T.
Margery D.
Gaithersburg, MD
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
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I have had experience being a nanny for children aged 3 months to 12 years. I have babysat families with multiples and as well as children with special needs. I tutored children for many years and I used to be a swim instructor for children under 10. I have two sets of young twins in my family and I have many cousins that I have...
4.0
"Did not interview with her, no information to submit."
Reviewed by Lisa F.
5.0
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I am a happy wife and mom of one sweet little daughter. I am graduated from Psychology and I have been working with children for more than 20 years, including as a nanny from toddler to 10 years old, infant babysitter, school-homework assistance, piano lesson tutor, teaching in pre-school and elementary level, working with...
5.0
"Miranti is very caring and always look for a way to assist when needed. Someone I can trust my child with. Highly recommended!"
Reviewed by Doris V.
5.0
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I am an experienced private duty caregiver with more than 20 yrs of experience. I am highly reliable, loving, and kind. Having long enjoyed serving elderly and special needs patients. My experience includes supporting active people as well as those with limited mobility, including those with all forms of dementia. My target area...
5.0
"Gertrude became a member of our family in her primary role as caregiver for my elderly parents in their home. She worked full time and more for us for about eight years, and was always loving, compassionate,...
Reviewed by Karen H.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Elleigh. I am 24 years old and have cared for kids for 7 years now. From weekly babysitting jobs to daily nannying, I've spent a lot of time working with and caring for children and have loved every minute of it! Aside from childcare, I have also helped with small household chores such as light laundry, meals,...
5.0
"Our family loves having Elleigh babysit. She is always on-time, the kids love her, and she does a great job making them lunch and cleaning up around the house. We are so sad that she is moving, but I'm sure...
Reviewed by Shelley M.
5.0
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Resume and reference's available upon request!
Licensed RBT and Certified Nursing Assistant. Experienced and kind. Flexible in working with most levels of special needs and behaviors. Looking to improve quality of life and help with community immersion when possible. I'm available any combination of hours between 12-8 p.m. M-F.
5.0
"Stephanie is a great caregiver! She has been working with my son for over a year (before we moved) who has multiple disabilities.. She was always very patient, kind and caring with him. Stephanie is very...
Reviewed by Victoria M.
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I am located in Sterling, VA. I am a graduate student working on my Masters degree in Occupational Therapy. I graduated with a major in Community Health and Psychology. I have 4+ years of experience in childcare, including special needs care. My previous work and volunteer experience have allowed me to obtain valuable skills in...
5.0
"Natalia was great with my girls. She made learning fun through art projects, story time and active playtime. She is patient, kind and compassionate."
Reviewed by Walesca R.
Susan A.
Potomac, MD
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced.special Needs Mom. Looking To See What I Can Learn From Your Child, As Well As What I
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Work with various levels of autism, verbal & nonverbal, behavioral, children with feeding tubes, children with emotional, mental and or physical disorders to minimal LD.
Each is a child and unique and first a individual, whom wants to learn, love play and be accepted like everyone else.
4.0
"Susan is very kind. She helps my mother who can be very stubborn and not very nice at times due to dementia. Susan is patient with her."
Reviewed by Gene F.
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I am a Certified Nurses Assistant and Geriatric Nurses Assistant. I have 3 years of experience working with individuals who have special needs. I am willing to drive and do household cleaning whenever possible.
5.0
"I needed help with my daughter for about six months while I was working in Washington DC ...I was very hesitant at first with the website and finding someone who could work around my work hours as well as my...
Reviewed by Nyaboke B.
Sarah B.
Gaithersburg, MD
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have been in the caretaking business for 12 years now. I have experience working with all ages of children and have been a nanny for 5 families. As well as experience working with special needs children. I love inspiring
creativity and teaching, as well as reading to and with children. Will provide background check if hired. I...
5.0
"Sarah has extensive experience in caring for children of all ages. She is warm, and instantly liked by the kids. She's taught in classrooms, and been a daily nanny for a two-earner family with small children....
Reviewed by Heidi W.
Sarah T.
Gaithersburg, MD
$29-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Nanny/Babysitter Available For Part-Time/Full-Time Or Date Nights
5.0
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I am First Aid and CPR certified (recently renewed), and a certified newborn care specialist. I also have a lot of experience with special needs children.
5.0
"Sarah is simply an amazing nanny! Sarah worked with our family for a year starting when our son was a newborn until he was about a year old. Sarah is responsible, dependable, always on-time, kind, and has a...
Reviewed by Jess C.
5.0
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Fun, enthusiastic, collected, nurturing, playful, creative, organized, communicative, experienced. Comfortable working with children of all ages and abilities. Particularly passionate about working with children with disabilities, especially neurodivergent children. I seek to create environments in which it is possible for my...
5.0
"We have used Ashley a number of times to care for our toddler and four year old. The girls both love their time with Ashley. We have found Ashley to be extremely responsible and reliable."
Reviewed by Michael F.
Paula V.
Potomac, MD
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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I am a punctual, educated, honest, patient, clean, creative, cheerful, responsible, respectful person. I really like outdoor activities such as walking, swimming, running, playing, I love watching movies, painting, drawing, listening to music. I have experience with children from six months to 16 years. I am psychology...
5.0
"She is a good person and nanny, honest, responsibility, tender ,loving ,good cooker is the best option if you want a good nanny in your family. "
Reviewed by Danieline M.
Sharon P.
Vienna, VA
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I am a doula and newborn care specialist. I have experience with twins, triplets, preemies, and children with special needs. I started working with families more than 20 years ago. I am available for day, overnight, and 24 hours shifts. I support families physically, educationally, and emotionally so the transition of adding a...
5.0
"We had the pleasure of working with Sharon for approximately 18 months from 2022 to 2024. Sharon first met our daughter when she was 4 months old and finished with us when she was 21 months old. In that time,...
Reviewed by Tiffany S.
Karla S.
Sterling, VA
$25-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Highly-dependable, nurturing caregiver with a compassionate nature and 4 years extensive experience in providing prompt and friendly care to elderly and disabled clients. A warm-hearted individual who performs personal care activities in a compassionate and friendly manner that maximizes residents independence and dignity in a...
5.0
"Karla is dependable and trustworthy. I would work with her anytime. She is always on time and very flexible. "
Reviewed by kathleen C.
5.0
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Hello. I have 20+ years of childcare experience. Children are my passion! I just finish nannying for a family for three years, with four sweet children(4-year-old twins, 7and 9, both with special needs) Both parents are physicians. I created and implemented a daily active structured schedule. I assisted with taking the children...
5.0
"Charlene is a very warm, engaging caregiver. She watches our children, a shy 3 year old, an energetic 8 year old and a dramatic 10 year old and handles all 3 of them on outings, takes them to the park, out to...
Reviewed by Rachel W.
3.7
(3)
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I have nearly 9 years of experience with babysitting, pet sitting, tutoring, teaching (1yr experience), and Home Health Work. I have extentensive experience with special needs children especially those with mobility disorders, autism, and emotional/behavioral issues.
I am CPR/First Aid certified for adults & children/infants. I...
5.0
"Very reliable, always on time, and great with the kids!"
Reviewed by Katie S.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Great Falls, VA
Selly S.
5.0
Selly worked with our family for more than four years. She was with our oldest son for most of his life and our youngest for his entire life. Our sons love Selly and consider her like family.
From the start, Selly has taken responsibility for her time with the kids. She finds activities in the...
- Michael G.
Margery D.
4.0
Did not interview with her, no information to submit.
- Lisa F.
Miranti M.
5.0
Miranti is very caring and always look for a way to assist when needed. Someone I can trust my child with. Highly recommended!
- Doris V.
Gertrude V.
5.0
Gertrude became a member of our family in her primary role as caregiver for my elderly parents in their home. She worked full time and more for us for about eight years, and was always loving, compassionate, and dependable. She cared deeply for my parents, and took great pains to make their lives...
- Karen H.
Elleigh J.
5.0
Our family loves having Elleigh babysit. She is always on-time, the kids love her, and she does a great job making them lunch and cleaning up around the house. We are so sad that she is moving, but I'm sure she will make another family very happy in her new town! We will miss you Elleigh!
- Shelley M.
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