Springfield, VA Special Needs Jobs

North Springfield family looking for a personal care attendant. Child is a sweet 8-year-old girl. She loves to play with her toys and have stories read to her. She is not mobile, so plays in her wheelchair, stander or on play mat. She is also non-verbal. She needs full assistance with eating/bathing/dressing/diapering, etc. This role would sometimes be one-on-one with the child, and at other times will partner with parents for kid activities with siblings. Child has sweet neurotypical 4-year-old and 1-year-old siblings. We are currently looking for a two day a week summer helper. Hours would be 8-5 or 9-6. Which two days of the week is negotiable. If interested additional hours available. If a good fit continued part-time employment into the fall and next year would be ideal, very flexible hours.

Looking for a responsible, daily, after-school caregiver at our home for our sweet 19-year-old boy with Autism.

Hi! We're looking for someone to handle bus stop pick up & after school care for our 6-year-old girl for 1. 5 weeks in May. Ideally this person would also become our go-to date night sitter multiple nights per month. C is a goofy, nonverbal kiddo who loves her Disney movies, snacks, and taking walks. She's fully mobile but does require some diapering and help with dressing. No lifting required. We also have an elderly pug and super friendly cat in our home. We're looking for someone with previous experience caring for special needs kiddos, great references, and willing to submit to a background check. Hourly rate based on experience.

We're currently looking for a week of after school care for 5/3-5/12. The hours would be 4pm-7:30/8 p.m. We're hoping this person would also be available for 2-3 date nights per month as well! Our girl was diagnosed with Phelan-McDermid syndrome at 2. She's now 5 and extremely happy and playful. She is nonverbal but fully mobile. Any training needed can be provided. Light meal prep and diapering required. Our ideal sitter would have a strong childcare background with preference given to those with special needs education and experience with nonverbal children. Must be comfortable with cameras in the home. No driving necessary. We have a friendly cat and a small older dog.

My son has muscular dystrophy and autism (high functioning) and will need limited physical activity, but gets around fine, as well as a schedule. My daughter is easy going and enjoys crafts.

We are a family with parents married 17 years and have 5 children aged 16 to 6 years old. Mom teaches at a high school and Dad mostly works from home but occasionally travels for work. Our children our truly great kids. We do have an 9-year-old son who is a sweet boy but does have some challenges caused by ADHD. Our children win scholarships and awards at school due to their academics and behavior. We are looking for help for our 11, 9, and 6-year-olds after school to help while Dad is still working and Mom and the two high school children make their way home.

I am looking for someone to teach a 14-year-old girl how to swim. She has Autism and Intellectual Disability. Another adult will always be with her. She loves the water and goes to an indoor pool in Dumfries, VA nearly every Sunday, but she just sits on the side and moves the water. The adult with her encourages her to exercise in the pool by walking and jumping, and she complies. She is verbal, and does not have any physical disabilities. She is not aggressive.

Looking for a full-time summer (Jun-Aug) caregiver for my 9-year-old son with Autism, Cognitive Disabilities, Developmental Delays, Speech Delay, ADHD Ideal match will meet the requirements below. Caregiver needs to have a high experience level and energy to keep up with him. He has lots of energy and love to share with those he interacts with but needs a care giver who will follow his behavior plan . Ideal match will meet the requirements below. -Trained in Applied Behavior Analysis -Experience as a special needs aide or teacher -Experience in sensory processing disorders and Autism Spectrum Disorder Students in the fields of speech pathology, occupational therapy or behaviorist fields. We will set a schedule with activities and therapies for him to attend.

I'm looking for a great nanny for 1 child. Comfortable With Pets: Our poodle mix takes some time to warm up to new people but she'll get there, also 7 month old pit who normally is in his room super friendly but large and forgets his size. Light Housekeeping: Picking up toys, cleaning eating area, toddler dishes. Has Own Car: To arrive on time to help R off the bus. Homework help: If there is any homework given. About the child(ren): R is 4 yrs old and has Down Syndrome but she is self sufficient, we are still working on potty training. She is amazing, fun, sweet, and super easy to get along with. Her favorite movie right now is Tangle and she loves Elsa and Ana from Frozen. I'm a teacher and my husband is an electrician apprentice, we have a baby but her grandma watches her. We are a loving family and want anyone who comes into our home to feel wanted and heard. We could use help with homework or curriculum assistance.

In immediate need of hiring an attendant for my 12 yo daughter, D. She has Mowat Wilson Syndrome. Needs include help with feeding, dressing, bathing, diaper changes, and help to keep her safe. She's a very happy girl who enjoys being outside, going for walks, being read to, and listening to music. She has a lot of energy and needs a buddy to keep her company and keep her safe!