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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Woodbridge, VA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Woodbridge, VA
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I have been in medicine for over 10 years and in that time, I have seen and worked with a vast variety of special needs. I have experience working with simple and advanced medical equipment such as NG tube and feeding pumps, up to home ventilators. I have worked with children with autism, feeding disorders, mitochondrial...
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I have experience working with Special Needs High School students (2015-2019). I have taken them to specials such as art and PE, I have sat and monitored them during lunch, I have helped them with their annual play they put on every year for the school, I have helped them with their reading and assignments worked on in class,...
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I'm a certified teacher passionate about helping families. With extensive experience in supporting children with diverse needs, from developmental delays to behavioral challenges, I believe in fostering growth through diverse experiences. Proficient in implementing IEP goals and accommodations, I take pride in assisting...
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Hello my name is Lorraine and I am a professional care giver with over 20 years combined experience specializing in serving special needs adults. References can be provided. I live locally in Woodbridge and like to work with my companion shitzu, a little 8 lb girl with pink ears, when it works. She is medicine herself! I would...
Zurie R.
Woodbridge, VA
$13-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I am currently a stay at home mom to two amazing little boys, ages 4y and 15 months.
I have seven years experience in the educational field. I was a substitute teacher for 4 years. Then I taught Special Education for 3 years. Lastly, I was an instructional assistant in a Preschool Autism classroom for 4 years. I also babysat...
Joshua B.
Woodbridge, VA
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have cared for children since 2003 for children of all ages (preemies to teenagers) and I am used to large families (up to six). I have also had a lot of experiences in helping out with military families. I have cared for children with special needs, twins, easygoing and some children who need a little extra help and...
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"Josh was an attentive and friendly babysitter. His experience as a paramedic put me at ease and we had a great experience with his service. Will hire again!"
Reviewed by Jeremy L.
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Hello, I have 4 adult children of my own and 5 grandchildren, so I'm not a stranger to looking after children and have done so for decades. I have experience caring for kids from infants to toddlers, teenagers, and to special needs children. As a nanny, I have provided tender care for newborns, worked with parents' preferences...
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"Mercedes was wonderful with our family! She cared for my son beginning at 12 weeks up until he turned 14 months old. She went above and beyond for us, often times taking care of him late evenings and early...
Reviewed by Jessica K.
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I am a stay-at-home mom to 3 young children (1, 5, and 8). I have 15+ years of childcare experience with children birth- 10 years old (babysitting, daycare center, my own children) as well as special needs. I have experience with 5 children at one time between ages infant to 8. I am also a college student and military spouse. I...
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"Kara took care of my kids for several years. She is a loving caregiver with a special way with children. I have three children and one has Autism. Kara was always patient and thoughtful in the way she...
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Jessica F.
Woodbridge, VA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have been caring for children since I was a child. I had many family members to watch including my special needs older sister. I have nannied for families and always been active in babysitting whether it be professional or for friends. I now have two boys of my own, 7 and 5 years old. My 5-year-old is on the spectrum and with...
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"After meeting with Jessica we were VERY impressed with her. She is a responsible, caring individual that anyone would be lucky to have as their nanny. We called all of her references and they had nothing but...
Reviewed by Meredith S.
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Childcare Provider with over 15 years of experience seeking part-time Nanny and/or Babysitting work. I began babysitting during high school for my English teacher and have continued to do ever since. While attending UVA, I volunteered with the Madison House Daycare Program at a Presbyterian Church in the Infant Room for 2 years....
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"Kelly is a wonderful caregiver for children. She's a good sport, even when kids are not cooperative (like a baby screaming at her for a full hour type of not cooperative) and she is flexible, kind, creative and...
Reviewed by Lisa S.
Danielle S.
Woodbridge, VA
$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
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I have over 8 years of experience working with children of all ages and multiple families. I recently worked as a substitute teacher for FCPS. I have experience with every grade level from Pre-K to 7th grade. I also have a lot of experience with children who have special needs such as enhanced autism, learning disabilities,...
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"Danielle was a godsend! She was more than our kids nanny, she was their mentor and friend. Her presence made the house seem full of life. Would hire her again in a heartbeat"
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Hello my name is Iris I have worked with children from infants through young adults and seniors as well . I've had the pleasure of working with both mainstream and special needs children quite extensively. I have my certifications, CPR, first aid, PCA, dementia, food allergies training and additional certifications you can...
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"Iris is awesome. She was very patient with me as this was my first time using the service. She made my date night worries free and I was so happy with her work. 100% would hire again."
Reviewed by Heidi R.
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I have over 30 years plus experience with all age groups and special needs children I have worked in many daycare with infant and toddlers that have also worked as a nanny caring for up to multiple children at one time I've taken many infant and toddler safety and Care classes completed by Fairfax Hospital have also worked as a...
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"Amy is a very sweet and caring person; Amy goes the extra mile and is very resourceful."
Reviewed by Evelyn P.
Amy H.
Woodbridge, VA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have bachelor's degree in early childhood education and have taught for 11 years. I have taught Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grades and have experience tutoring students in 3rd-5th grade. Along with teaching experience, I have several years of babysitting experience in which I provided care for children in many different...
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"I had the pleasure of teaching with Amy for four years in a public school setting. Since then she has been around my own young children many times. They love Ms. Amy and look forward to her visits! Amy is an...
Reviewed by Katie S.
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I am loving, caring, honest, friendly and Christian lady.
I love what I do and passionate about taking care of other. children and adults a love. My family and friends describe me a born caregiver and mother . I am enjoy taking care of kids as if they were my own kids and my former employers and family can attest to that.
I...
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"Nnedi, has a beautiful spirit and is very compassionate with my father and our family as well. I'm grateful for all that she does with my father. She is like part of our family, in such a short period of time....
Reviewed by Jacqueline B.
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I have been working with individuals that have special needs for many years. I have been a volunteer for Special Olympics for 5+ years and a coach for a soccer league for children with mental and physical handicaps for 2+ years now. I have also had extensive training including being CPR and First Aid certified, as I was a...
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Hi I love to take care who need help.. I have 11 year experience working with elderly n children. I am very honest n caring person
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My name is Rashawn, and I have been working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities for 15 years. My first job in this field was assisting a gentleman with cerebral palsy. I helped him feed, bathe, exercise routines, and other daily activities. After that, I worked with a person with Down's Syndrome and...
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My name is Iris, I been doing babysitting and caregiver since I was 17 years old. I hold certifications such as CPR, First Aid and also a PCA
(Personal Care Aid) . Dementia training certifications, and more! My specialty is working with special needs kids or adults . However, I'm more than open to work with all kids or adults ....
Victoria P.
Woodbridge, VA
$23-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
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My name ls Victoria. I have 16 yrs of experience working with infants to senior age.
I am caring, Patient, honest and reliable.
I have experience with Autism, ADD, ADHD, Developmental Delays, Seizures, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Down Syndrome, Non verbal, ect.
I have been surrounded with Children that have Special needs, for many...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Woodbridge, VA
Joshua B.
5.0
Joshua is easygoing and amazing with children who have a variety of needs. I have a severely disabled son who has 24/7 nursing, and two children with significant trauma histories (5 children in total) and Joshua handles it in stride. He is easily worth double what he charges to basically be...
- Liz E.
Mercedes M.
5.0
Mercedes was wonderful with our family! She cared for my son beginning at 12 weeks up until he turned 14 months old. She went above and beyond for us, often times taking care of him late evenings and early mornings given mine and my husband's schedule. As new parents, I don't know what we would have...
- Jessica K.
Kara J.
5.0
Kara took care of my kids for several years. She is a loving caregiver with a special way with children. I have three children and one has Autism. Kara was always patient and thoughtful in the way she interacted with my special needs child, while taking good care of all of them. I highly recommend...
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Jessica F.
5.0
Our seven year old son is both visually impaired and has ADHD, and after Jessica spent two full days caring for him, he told us he wanted her to be his sitter whenever he needs one in the future. Jessica was extremely professional in every regard, arriving early both days, and did an excellent job...
- Carcia T.
Kelly F.
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Kelly was my family's first babysitting hire on Care.com and she made it a wonderful experience! She was punctual, nice (per my kids), and listened to everything we said about our house rules/instructions. We loved her!
- Chanel H.
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Ratings for Woodbridge, VA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Woodbridge, VA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 53 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.