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84 special needs caregivers are listed in Alexandria, VA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
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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...
Marilis G.
Alexandria, VA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
Kathy B.
Alexandria, VA
$19-25/hr
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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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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...
Janeth S.
Alexandria, VA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs / Preschool Assistant Teacher Looking For Full Time/part Time Job
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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...
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"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...
Reviewed by Jules J.
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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.
Taisa D.
Alexandria, VA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.3
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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 was a wonderful caregiver to my newborn daughter. She came with her own knowledge of caring for this age group but was also open to working together with me and the routines that I was setting on my own....
Reviewed by Cailin K.
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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.
Marjorie A.
Alexandria, VA
$22-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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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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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.
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"Marilis has watched our boys for almost 3 years, they are 3 and almost 2. She has become a very special part of our family and a friend to me. I don't want to write this review because I want her to always be...
Reviewed by Bridget G.
Alexis G.
Alexandria, VA
$25-37/hr • 6 yrs exp
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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 is helpful and polite. She is soft spoken, professional, and has great manners.
She served as the proctor for our 6th grader's achievement test. She also assisted us for his English subject, graded...
Reviewed by Vidya R.
Creusa G.
Alexandria, VA
$32/hr • 20 yrs exp
4.7
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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
"Our 6 year old loved playing with Luci the night she babysat for us. She was on time, responsive, and wonderful with our daughter! Would hire again in a heartbeat!"
Reviewed by Kristie D.
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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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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
"She was wonderful with my Autustic daughter. I would definitely hire again."
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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."
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Michelle D.
Alexandria, VA
$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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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.
Vian A.
Alexandria, VA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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 was our nanny during the pandemic and simultaneously managed preschool learning for our youngest child and virtual distanced learning for our older one. She was able to keep our kids engaged daily and has...
Reviewed by Leke A.
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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
"Lethu is awesome! We needed someone very last minute and she was super accommodating. My kids had the greatest time with her and even asked us the next day if she could come back again. My daughter is...
Reviewed by Bruce W.
5.0
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Hello, I am 30, a friendly, adventurous, helpful, imaginative, dependable, and energetic person. I have experience with an infant - 13 years old. I volunteered as a teaching assistant at the Kindergarten for 3 months. I was a teacher for middle school for one year in Thailand before I moved to the U. S. I was a full-time nanny...
5.0
"I can leave my kids with her so I don't have to worry that she can take care of my kids.
She is so sweet and very helpful."
Reviewed by AVA L.
Samantha A.
Alexandria, VA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, my name is Sam. I always have a joy looking after children and I have cared for kids from a variety of backgrounds including children with special needs. I enjoy the outdoors, cooking and baking, traveling, and being involved in my church. I do not smoke, I own my own car, and have a clean driving record. I have studied...
5.0
"Sam is great with all types of kids and is super helpful around the house. She has been a fantastic babysitter and I can't wait to hire her again! "
Reviewed by Stephany W.
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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 Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 123 reviews of the 84 listed special needs caregivers.