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Part Time Caregiver

Alexandria, VA

3.0(1)
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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Behavior technician. Attendant for children with special needs. 5+ years of experience.

Adrian K. says "Robel is wonderful with my 15 year old with autism, probably because Robel has a brother the same age who also has autism. He is patient, kind, and up...

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Alexandria, VA

5.0(0)
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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Alexandria, VA

5.0(0)
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$19/hr
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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Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
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...

Leke A. says "Vian was our nanny during the pandemic and simultaneously managed preschool learning for our youngest child and virtual distanced learning for our older...

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Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
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...

Karol F. says "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...

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Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Alexis! I graduated 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 worked as a tutor with...

Benjamin S. says "Alexis was amazing. We needed to find someone to look after our nephew at our wedding, and she came through. Super friendly, punctual, and easy to work...

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Full-Time Caregiver

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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$37/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
travel
I am 33 years old with a bachelor's degree from Lynchburg College, where I majored in Health Promotions and minored in Spanish. I graduated from George Mason University and received my master's degree in Nutrition. Currently, I am working towards becoming a registered dietitian that specializing in adolescents with eating...

Neha V. says "Caty has been a great addition to our family! She's very sweet yet firm with the kids, very dependable, asks good questions, and is punctual. She also has a...

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Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
AVAILABLE AS EARLY AS JAN 1, 2026. Hello, my name is Dinora . I am seeking a full-time nanny position with a family who has a baby from newborn to 3 years old. I am not interested in a nanny share at this time. I have over 15 years of experience caring for newborns, twins, siblings, single infants, and children with special...

Manuel A. says "Nora is my mother, through out the years I have been able to see firsthand how she cares for children, I can honestly say that she cares for any children...

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Babysitter, Pet sitter, And House-sitter

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
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...

Amy G. says "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...

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Alexandria, VA

4.1(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 24 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
Nurturing a child's development is my true passion, and I bring 10 years of dedicated experience to every family I support. My calm and patient demeanor helps me create a steady environment for up to three children. I love engaging kids through outdoor sports, puzzles, and educational games that spark curiosity. My background...

Care Member says "Loved Rehana! Well, Rehana was only with us for a short period of time. I learned to trust her immediately with my daughter. Not only was she very...

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Special Needs Caregiver/Clinician

Alexandria, VA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Currently employed as a Clinician, I have grown an appreciation and passion to work one on one with those who have mental, learning, and behavioral disorders. I have experience with all stages ranging from adolescence to adult. My primary focus is to provide services on an individualized intensive basis while promoting...
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Special Needs

Alexandria, VA

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$18/hr
Hi I am Denise and a special helper I believe in the The purpose of human life is to serve, and to show compassion and the will to help others. I and I love helping A lot of people I have 4 years experience being a special helper and I love my job and I have help with a a lot of different special needs .
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Special Education Teacher Looking For Part Time Work

Alexandria, VA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I am a high school special education teacher, working with students who have intellectual disabilities and autism. In fall 2020, I will be starting my 13th year teaching. I currently hold certification in general education grades K-6 and special education grades pre-K- post graduates. Due to Covid-19, I am offering online...
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Alexandria, VA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
I have experience as caregiver ( Parkinson) and as a Nanny for kids from toddler to teens and including twins. Looking for a job opportunity to work on Mondays and some weekends. Excellent driving records and references upon requests.
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Personal Care Attendant

Alexandria, VA

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$26/hr
6 years experience
Dependable professional with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Regularly demonstrates the ability to meet team goals while also working independently. Experience providing quality care using proficient problem-solving skills, in addition to maintaining the safety of clients and their personal records....
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Alexandria, VA

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$18/hr
Hi! My name is Luisa, I'm from Colombia, I'm an English, French, and Spanish teacher. I have worked with kids the last 4 years, they were children of different ages including, new borns and teenagers, I have experience with special needs, because at the university we worked with kids who have special needs. Also, I took care...
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Alexandria, VA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
I am a special education teacher with FCPS who specializes in autism and has experience with intellectual disabilities and Downs Syndrome, who also has experience with general education. I love working with kids and love animals. I have my own transportation.
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Alexandria, VA

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$18/hr
I am attending East Carolina University majoring in Recreational Therapy. I have experience working with people with disabilities both in completing my service learning hours as required by my degree. This has been 25 hours gaining experience with many different populations. As well as my experience working as a paraprofessional...
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Tykera C.'s Photo

Alexandria, VA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I've had experience with watching an autistic child during the 2015-2016 school year. My duties were to put him on the bus in the morning and get him off the bus in the afternoon. I enjoyed doing this job and would do more of it.
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Reliable Nanny Available

Alexandria, VA

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$21/hr
My name is Katherine! Nanny in your area, available to start on ASAP I have over 6 years of experience, I consider myself as a positive person, Easygoing, warmly, happy and active. -Ages you have experience with: Newborn to 11 years old -Fully vaccinated -I have my own car so transportation won't be a problem. -Strong...
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  • 117 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $21.00/hr as of September 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Alexandria, VA

Special Needs Caregivers in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 49 reviews of the 117 listed special needs caregivers

Robel S.

Robel is wonderful with my 15 year old with autism, probably because Robel has a brother the same age who also has autism. He is patient,...

- Adrian K.

Vian A.

Vian was our nanny during the pandemic and simultaneously managed preschool learning for our youngest child and virtual distanced learning...

- Leke A.

Marjorie A.

Marjorie is very dependable and responsible. She loves take care of children and it's a good dog walker too. Very creative for kids...

- Karol F.

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