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Christopher S.

Passionate Teacher Looking For Afterschool Or Occasional Sitting

Clifton, VA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Care Profile I am a therapist and educator with a background in special education and a real passion for teaching and working with kids. I have been involved in education, and childcare more recently, for over 15 years. During the day I focus on working with toddlers and preschoolers on early language milestones but for the...

Amie K. says "Christopher was great with my son who has autism."

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Subina K.

Springfield, VA

4.3(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
I have over 5 years of experience in babysitting, where I have honed my skills in childcare, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children of various ages. Additionally, I have worked as a behavior therapist at an ABA company, where I developed and implemented behavior intervention plans, contributing to the...

Care Member says "Subnia was personable, easy to talk to, and seemed comfortable with kids, which made giving her directions simple. I appreciate her warmth and...

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Maritza G.

Full-Time Nanny

Woodbridge, VA

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have been a nanny for over 20 years. I have worked with 6 families. My experience in childcare has ranged from infancy to the start of Kindergarten. I was previously a lead teacher at Lapetite Academy for almost 4 years in Fairfax County. I dedicate my time to teaching children age appropriate learning skills and the Spanish...

Care Member says "We absolutely love Maritza! We are so thankful we have had her to watch our son. She is kind, patient, and loving. She is very cautious and responsible....

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Laura S.

Career Nanny With Over 20+ Years Experience

Springfield, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello parents! I bring over 20 years of experience as a nanny, babysitter, postpartum doula and newborn care specialist. Some of my other qualifications include: -CPR Certified -Experience with travel and overnight care -National COVID-Ready Caregiver Certification -Certified Postpartum Doula & Trained Newborn Care...

Rebecca Z. says "She's absolutely amazing, and I can't wait to have her over again to watch our little one."

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Elsy L.

Chantilly, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a graduate from George Mason University. I received my bachelor's in Social Work. I have completed 5 years of early childhood and teacher education courses throughout my career. During that time, I also worked at a licensed day care for 3 years and interned in public school preschool and elementary school. I have 5 years of...

Mary B. says "We hired Elsy for a Super Bowl date night and she was right on time, calm, and competent. All our girls had a good time, the toddler got to bed smoothly,...

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Majorie F.

AVAILABLE (WINTER BREAK AM/PM - SCHOOL TIME AFTERNOONS/EVENINGS) SAT/SUN

Centreville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hi, I am a mom of two (ages 9 and 17). I have been married for 22 years and am a full-time IA (Instructional Assistant) for Fairfax County Public Schools. I live in Centreville and am trying to supplement my IA salary by doing some babysitting. Please contact me if you need help on holidays or evenings (Mondays through Fridays)....

Lia J. says "Majorie has been wonderful with our infant and young child for occasional babysitting. Would highly recommend her. "

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Emily H.

Babysitter/Nanny Available Part Time

Oakton, VA

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Emily, I'm 21 years old, and I'm looking for childcare opportunities. My plan is to study child development, but right now I'm focusing on saving money, volunteering, and taking a few classes. I live in Oakton and have a flexible schedule. I have many years of experience working with young children. I have worked in a...

Care Member says "Emily was great! She was punctual and followed my house rules. "

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Carissa W.

Manassas, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
My childcare experience started at a young age, babysitting and teaching classes at church, then working at a daycare while attending college. I moved to northern Virginia 17 years ago as a live-in nanny, and since then I have worked with some amazing families. With ages ranging from three months - 17 years, I have assisted with...

Susan M. says "Carissa is very pleasant to work with. She's punctual, reliable and very attentive to the special needs of my disabled daughter. My daughter enjoys her...

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Ruth S.

Woodbridge, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, I hope this message finds you well. I have experience in many areas. I am Bi-lingual I speak Spanish fluently, I was a substitute teacher at PWCS with all kinds of wonderful kids. I've teach from kindergarten to fifth grade to special needs kids. I also love cleaning and organizing. I have a couple of elderly customers...

Hellen H. says "Ruth was an amazing care giver to my children. They love her so much. She came up with many new fun activities for my kids. She's great with engaging kids...

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Susie W.

FULL TIME CAREGIVER AVAILABLE

Manassas, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
live-in home care
errands
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Since I was young, I have been spending time with the elderly, whether I was volunteering my time or working as a caregiver. I have had opportunities to care for those with dementia, those who have had a stroke and needed extra care (feeding, etc.) and also had those that needed companionship, errands run, light cleaning,...

Care Member says "Susie was a god send to our family to care for our 92 year old grandfather. She is caring compassionate and is all about being helpful in anyway...

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Melissa F.

Centreville, VA

4.5(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Melissa. I'm 30 years old. I'm the second oldest of seven children and I've been helping with child rearing since I was 7 years old. One of my brothers has autism so over the years I've learned what it takes to care for someone with special needs; patience, love, and compassion being the most important of those things....

Care Member says "Melissa was a nanny for my two kids. Our kids are older now so we no longer need nanny support. We highly recommend her!! She took them on day trips...

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Sharon E.

Care Giver/ Companion/Special Needs

Woodbridge, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Mobility assistance
meal prep
dementia
companionship
personal care
I went to nursing school to become a certified nursing assistance. I worked in a assisted living home for a year in the 90's. I currently am working on weekends with a client whom I've been with for 8 yrs now. I also am working with another client on Sunday only and I have been with her for 1 year. It is my passion to pursue my...

Victoria W. says "Sharon assists/helps my physically challenged 85 year old mother with her weekly bath. This is no ordinary feat since we live in a townhouse with no...

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Jodie F.

Patient And Nurturing Caregiver/nanny

Woodbridge, VA

5.0(0)
from
$32/hr
3 years experience
Hi, my name is Jodie. I have three years experience working with children with special needs; Down syndrome, mentally and physically handicapped, adhd, speech impediment and autism. I worked as a special needs counselor for the City of Alexandria for 2 years, and I have over 20 years of teaching experience. I have raised two...
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Doris F.

Full Time Experienced Nanny

Woodbridge, VA

3.7(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello, how are you today? My name is Doris. I am currently seeking employment as a professional nanny. I am a kindhearted and very loving Nanny with 30 years of extensive experience caring for newborns and children. I assisted with their special needs and daily living such as: bathing, changing, cleaning, different activities,...

Marti R. says "Doris joined us as our 2-month-old's nanny in March of 2021. She was her nanny until our recent move. In the 11-month time that Doris was with us, she...

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Arielle G.

Part Time Babysitter, Caregiver, House Sitter, Etc.

Centreville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
My name is Arielle and I am a nationally certified Adapted Physical Education Teacher with a master's degree in Adapted Physical Activity, and a bachelor's degree in health and physical education. I recently left my job as an Adapted PE teacher in Fairfax County Public Schools. I left the school system because I want to have a...

Sandra A. says "Arielle was a fantastic personal care assistant for me. I am a quadriplegic, and she helped me with all of my activities of daily living, including...

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Giulianna W.

Burke, VA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello parents! Are you looking for a professional nanny with the bonus of being a pre-k teacher as well? I have been working with children since graduating high school in 2008 and it's been such a joy. I have nannied for several families including new born twins and children with special needs. I have two years experience...

April B. says "I hired Giulianna for a short-term nanny position while our full-time nanny was out of the country. Our boys really liked her and she was very dependable...

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Dave G.

Mr G.

Burke, VA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I worked with mod/severe special needs for several years in a high school setting and was an Elementary/Middle School Counselor, at a school including an Autism center, for 15 years in FCPS. Relationship development and therapeutic mentoring are foundational to my helping approach to children/young adults as well as their...

Naomi W. says "I couldn't say enough about Dave. He has consistently been such an amazing support to my family and our special needs daughter. It is so hard to find...

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Khaled S.

Kind, Passionate And Trustworthy Caregiver

Centreville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am half Egyptian half Italian. I moved to the States 7 years ago. I am trustworthy responsible for providing good quality care with of children, adults and their families, The main responsibility is to provide assistance with medical, personal and emotional needs. This means that I will help the special needs child or adult as...

Mark A. says "Superior. Did a great job with a busy 22 year old young man. Worked with him in the house, out of the house etc. definite will use again"

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Mackenzie F.

Nanny For Life

Manassas, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello! I am a 25-year-old who loves kids. I started out as a lifeguard and swim instructor and transitioned into babysitting/nanny. Since then I have gained experience with twins, multiples and children with special needs. I am finishing my bachelors in Psychology and have taken courses specifically in child development. I grew...

Adrienne H. says "MacKenzie is everything you look for in a nanny for your children. She's reliable, experienced, fun, and is wonderful with both our infant and toddler....

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Lorraine W.

Professional Care Provider

Woodbridge, VA

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience
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...

Tiffany Lorraine C. says "Lorraine W. is our favorite! I had hired her multiple times. She has Cared for my 4 children and has pet sit and watched my home and Has...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $35.00/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Clifton, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Christopher S.

Christopher was great with my son who has autism.

- Amie K.

Subina K.

Subnia was personable, easy to talk to, and seemed comfortable with kids, which made giving her directions simple. I appreciate her warmth...

- Care member

Maritza G.

We absolutely love Maritza! We are so thankful we have had her to watch our son. She is kind, patient, and loving. She is very cautious and...

- Care member

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