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87 special needs caregivers are listed in Alexandria, VA

The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Alexandria, VA

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Keanu N.


Alexandria, VA

$30/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Residential Special Needs Care Giver

3.0

(2)

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My name is Keanu. I am looking for part-time or full-time work as a special needs provider, child care provider, or dog walker near Arlington, VA. I stay fit and healthy to keep up with my clients that I work with who may have and or may need high energy to keep them moving throughout the day. I have been working at Spurwink a...
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5.0

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I retired on 6/1/19 from the federal government (United States District Court) after 37 years of service. I am 1 of 10 children (70 nieces and nephews) and I have raised 3 children and 2 step children. I also have 2 grandchildren. I love kids especially little ones. I have taken care many family members over the years,...
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Marilis G.


Alexandria, VA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I can see in their eyes, smile and face the work that I do. That fillet my heart. I was volunteer in Patronato Luz del Ciego. Since I was 10 years old, I was working with people who are blind, low vision and seniors (this is in my mom's job). Since 2000 I had my first observation and then my own patients with special need...
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Jessica J.


Alexandria, VA

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

5.0

(1)

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Hello! My name is Jessica and I have been working as an ABA therapist for the past 3 years. I have a lot of experience with children of all ages who have special needs, and have worked with multiple children who were non-verbal. I also have a bachelors degree in education, and a currently working towards my masters in social...
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Janeth S.


Alexandria, VA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs / Preschool Assistant Teacher Looking For Full Time/part Time Job

5.0

(2)

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Hello! My name is Janet . I have 13+ years experience working with children. Moved recently from Prince William County. I worked for 13 years at Signal Hill Elementary as a Preschool Assistant Teacher and had previously work for 6 years at Randolf Elementary with special needs children. I have excellent references and would be...
5.0
"We've worked with Janeth for almost a year and she's great. Our 3 year old loves her - but he's starting pr-kindergarten. Janeth has a natural love of children and works hard to have great crafts and...

Reviewed by Kevin J.

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Hanan J.


Alexandria, VA

$25-29/hr8 yrs exp

Daycare Professional

5.0

(1)

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Versatile bilingual daycare teacher/speech therapist for children with special needs with B. S degree in psychology and over 6 years of professional experience. Compassionate to children and well-equipped with adequate training and practical communication skills.
5.0
"Absolutely fantastic caregiver! We are so lucky to have Hanan to care for our 6 month old daughter. She is so loving, professional, and experienced. Within the first few hours of being at our home, she...

Reviewed by Jane C.

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Taisa D.


Alexandria, VA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

4.3

(6)

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Hello , My name is Taisa , I am looking for job, I have experience watching Child and babies , I am very responsible and professional. I have experience with special needs kids too , clean driving records .
5.0
"Taisa babysits full time for us and our family absolutely loves her. She is so good with our infant daughter: plays with her, takes her for walks, helps her to meet her milestones. She is a wonderful...

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Ellen G.


Alexandria, VA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Former Teacher

5.0

(1)

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I am a former teacher and mother of four with over 25 years of classroom experience in elementary and early childhood education, most recently in Kindergarten. Having worked in an inclusive classroom environment for many years, I am comfortable and have experience with children who are neurodiverse or have special needs. My...
5.0
"Ellen is a real professional. She gives off the nice teacher vibe, and our 7 year old fell right in line."

Reviewed by Rachelle B.

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Marjorie A.


Alexandria, VA

$22-25/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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My name is Marjorie. I have 7 years of experience nanny/babysitter with kids of all ages, from 2 months to 13 years old, and I also have experience with special needs kids. I really enjoy taking care of children and I would love to be part of your children rearing and development. A few things about me: tidy, dynamic, and...
5.0
"Marjorie is very dependable and responsible. She loves take care of children and it's a good dog walker too. Very creative for kids activities and excellent driver. I would like to recommend Marjorie to anybody...

Reviewed by Karol F.

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Creusa G.


Alexandria, VA

$32/hr20 yrs exp

4.7

(27)

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Hi, my name is Creusa "Luci". I started my career as a neonatal nurse in Brazil. I was the nanny and then house manager for the former American Ambassador to Brazil and other countries in Latin American for 19 years. I have experience with infants and babies of all ages, including babies with special needs. I also have extensive...
5.0
"Luci is great with babies. You can tell she loves what she does and knows a great deal about how to care for them. She is professional and always arrives on time or early. We trust her with our child and are...

Reviewed by Care member

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Alexis G.


Alexandria, VA

$25-37/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(13)

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Hello! My name is Alexis! I recently graduated from SUNY Fredonia with my B. A. in criminal justice and minors in spanish and sociology. I have always loved working and being around children, and have always been surrounded by them as I am the second oldest of 7! I am certified and finger printed to work in NYS schools. I have...
5.0
"Alexis really helped me out in a stressful situation! I don't live in the area, I flew in for an adults-only family wedding and desperately needed someone trustworthy to watch my kids. Alexis came over a day in...

Reviewed by Caroline A.

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Marilis G.


Alexandria, VA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Evening, Night Time, Weekends

5.0

(10)

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My name is Marilis. I am from Panama. I have 22 years of experience working with kids (Mix age and special need). I love working with kids, having fun with them, activities for their development. I am easy going, honest, punctual person. I have really good reference. Spanish-English.
5.0
"We have been using Marilis as an occasional sitter for our boys (5 & 8) for at least two years now and she is wonderful. Like some of her other families, I hesitate to post my rave review for fear that she...

Reviewed by Carissa E.

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Jenny M.


Alexandria, VA

$25-50/hr8 yrs exp

A Little More About Me!

5.0

(1)

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Hello! My name is Jenny and I am recent graduate with a bachelors and masters in elementary education. I am a fun loving, energetic person who absolutely loves working with kids. My passions include: spending time outdoors, coming up with new and engaging activities for children, and teaching. 5 years ago I started working at a...
5.0
"Jenny is an amazing young lady that became an important part of our family over the year that she watched our 2 girls. I can't say enough great things about her. "

Reviewed by Danielle C.

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Jorgie A.


Alexandria, VA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Compassionate, Active, Time Flexible Sitter

5.0

(2)

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Hi! I'm 24 & I live in Alexandria. I have about 4 years of professional experience. I come from a large family and have always looked after the younger ones. I can help with light housekeeping & laundry. I have experience with : caring for multiple children ages 6 months - 13 , tutoring, special needs, assisting with home...
5.0
"Jorgie was such an amazing nanny for us. She cared for our 3 year old son regularly and sometimes our 5 month old baby. She was kind, thoughtful, timely, respectful, and professional. She showed up on time and...

Reviewed by Care member

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Michelle D.


Alexandria, VA

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello! My name is Michelle. I am a Fairfax County teacher. I love learning with children, crafting of all kinds, playing games and sports, and exploring local parks and the library! I have previous experience working in the infant and toddler rooms at daycare. Additionally, I have worked with children of all ages at summer...
5.0
"We trusted Michelle with our very first babysitting experience for our 15 week old daughter. Michelle did an excellent job and we would definitely have her sit again and recommend her to others. She was...

Reviewed by Katie R.

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Brooke W.


Alexandria, VA

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Safe Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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Hi! My name is Brooke, and I am a second-year graduate student in the Master's of Occupational Therapy program at JMU. I am looking for a part-time babysitting or nannying job for when I am not in class. I have 10 years of childcare experience with children of many ages ranging from infants up to 20 years, including children...
5.0
"Brooke was very patient with my daughter with special needs. She helped her with her daily activities and anything she needed to function in the summer."

Reviewed by Care member

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Vian A.


Alexandria, VA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hi there, My name is Vian and I am a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. I have experience helping children develop gross and fine motor skills through therapeutic neurodevelopmental, rhythmic, and reflexive movement patterns. I like to use a DIR/Floortime model to promote the development of symbolic thinking and...
5.0
"Vian's level of experience is a rare find - especially in these uncertain times as most of us worry that virtual learning could set our kids back developmentally. You can tell she is passionate about the work...

Reviewed by Lauren M.

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Lethukuthula A.


Alexandria, VA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Best Babysitter.

4.8

(20)

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Children have always occupied a big part of my heart. I remember growing up, It hurt me so much to hear people say because you love kids so, you might not have your own in the future. I'm so glad that was just a myth because WOW It would have been sad to choose between having my own and loving every child out there. I was an...
5.0
"Lethukuthula is wonderful babysitter who we always enjoy having in our home, and our daughter loves her! She has my highest recommendation. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Hannah L.


Alexandria, VA

$22-36/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter, Pet sitter, And House-sitter

5.0

(8)

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During my time in college, I was asked by a professor who was a member of my church to babysit his two little girls (eventually became three girls plus the family's mischievous Golden Retriever). I babysat for them and many other families in my college town. While attending graduate school in Texas, I was employed by a nanny...
5.0
"Hannah has watched our 2 elementary kids plus another kid since September of 2020. She has been absolutely amazing with the 3 kids during a very difficult year due to COVID. She actively engages and plays with...

Reviewed by Amy G.

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Patty F.


Alexandria, VA

$30-46/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing Nanny

5.0

(2)

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My joy is caring for children. My background of being a homeschool mom of four children, including a special needs child, and serving as an educational professional for over 10 years has given me extensive knowledge in childhood development. I thrive in creating a flexible schedule and working with boundaries to meet individual...
5.0
"Patty nannied our 2 year old daughter and was wonderful. She was always early, was a great communicator and accepts feedback well, and my daughter loved her! She was wonderful about connecting with other...

Reviewed by Allie H.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Alexandria, VA

Janeth S.

5.0

We live in Alexandria, Fort Hunt area and have worked with Ms. Janeth on a few occasion. Janeth is wonderful! I recommend her from all my heart. My son adores her and I wish I could keep her forever. :) Very kind, considerate, a true professional she is the best nanny a parent can ask for for their...

- Jules J.

Hanan J.

5.0

Absolutely fantastic caregiver! We are so lucky to have Hanan to care for our 6 month old daughter. She is so loving, professional, and experienced. Within the first few hours of being at our home, she quickly demonstrated how she is a natural with caring for young, demanding babies and...

- Jane C.

Taisa D.

5.0

Taisa has been so responsible and helpful with our daughter this summer. We hired her for just two hours for several mornings with our daughter but she made a wonderful impression during that time. We've been very happy with her help and our daughter likes spending time with her. We'll be looking to...

- Mindy L.

Ellen G.

5.0

Ellen is a real professional. She gives off the nice teacher vibe, and our 7 year old fell right in line.

- Rachelle B.

Marjorie A.

5.0

Marjorie is very dependable and responsible. She loves take care of children and it's a good dog walker too. Very creative for kids activities and excellent driver. I would like to recommend Marjorie to anybody !

- Karol F.

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Ratings for Alexandria, VA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.4 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 122 reviews of the 87 listed special needs caregivers.