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Janeth S.
Alexandria, VA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs / Preschool Assistant Teacher Looking For Full Time/part Time Job
5.0
(2)
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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...
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...
Reviewed by Jules J.
Shaleia L.
Washington, DC
$15-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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Hello!
My name is Shaleia and I'm a student. If I were to describe myself I would say that I am diligent, timely, understanding and most importantly that I really love kids.
I began by taking care of my younger relatives. From there I began volunteering at the children's ministry at my church which I did consistently for...
5.0
"Shaleia is very dependable, mature, kind, and flexible. She is proactive and also takes constructive criticism very well. Shaleia provided care for our newborn twins and 4 year old. We wouldn't have survived...
Reviewed by Diana H.
5.0
(3)
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I'm an AU student but I am taking this semester off. I love arts & crafts, playing outside, reading, and playing games with kids. I have a great deal of experience. Most recently I've been working with a family with 2 little girls (ages 2 and 2 months). Before that, I nannied in a 4-child- household for about 2 years. Last...
5.0
"Meets all my requests and if I told her specific details she follows them kids listen to her and she comes in on short notice keeps the house clean
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Reviewed by Dapre S.
4.0
(1)
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Hello family, I cared for many children in my lifetime, from ages 2 days old to 16 years old, also children with special needs as well. I love watching children and teaching them. I'm a very reliable, responsible and patient person. I am CPR, First Aid Certified and A Newborn Care Specialist and worked at a Jewish Community...
4.0
"Maybe she will work for your family! But no luck for interviewing with us..
Set up an interview the day before after confirming our posting which included light meal prep and housekeeping. Late night I...
Reviewed by Adam M.
Delmy R.
Arlington, VA
$16-39/hr
5.0
(1)
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I am Asistencia teacher pre-k sped
I work with kids with Austin and with different other kids let me know if you have any questions. Free to call me.
5.0
"Delmy was great with my son, very warm and friendly. She has experience with ASD kids it would recommend her again"
Reviewed by Care member
Sharon P.
Vienna, VA
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I am a doula and newborn care specialist. I have experience with twins, triplets, preemies, and children with special needs. I started working with families more than 20 years ago. I am available for day, overnight, and 24 hours shifts. I support families physically, educationally, and emotionally so the transition of adding a...
5.0
"We had the pleasure of working with Sharon for approximately 18 months from 2022 to 2024. Sharon first met our daughter when she was 4 months old and finished with us when she was 21 months old. In that time,...
Reviewed by Tiffany S.
4.3
(3)
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Hello, I am a graduate from Rutgers University, New Brunswick in May 2018. I graduated with a bachelors degree in Public Health, and a completion of my minor in Spanish. I've completed an accelerated RN program in 2020 and now work as an RN in DC. I have been working In healthcare for over 5 years.
I'm passionate about caring...
3.0
"She is very pleasant, but very green. Hired her to help me post major abdominal surgery with chores and help my handicapped mother. When i needed her to step up, She didn't. When I asked her to step up, she...
Reviewed by Susan E.
5.0
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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.
5.0
"We highly recommend Marilis for your childcare needs. Marilis spent an evening in our home with our 16 month old son and she connected with him immediately. She's a consummate professional and also very warm...
Reviewed by Aaron C.
Jamila D.
Washington, DC
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available Full-Time For Companionship, Light Housekeeping And Meal Prepping
5.0
(1)
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I am a former CNA who has over a decade of hands on experience in healthcare. I am passionately dedicated to the care of seniors and special needs individuals. For years I have worked closely with adults living with special needs, Alzheimer's and dementia, as well as physical ailments (both acute and chronic). I am familiar with...
5.0
"Jamila has worked for us on weekends for 2 years. She takes care of both of my elderly parents and does a good job with both. She's friendly, pleasant, reserved, and attentive."
Reviewed by Cecil D.
Angelica L.
Washington, DC
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Patient Caregiver With 8 Great References And 16 Years Of Experience
5.0
(3)
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Hi! I'm a college graduate with a double Bachelor's in Technical Theater and Theater Performance. I've babysat for countless families- babies, twins, kids with special needs- and up to four kids at a time. I love fostering a love of reading, making arts and crafts, taking kids to the park or library, and generally encouraging...
5.0
"Angelica was great with our toddler (3 yrs old) and also lovely with our pet dog. We'll hire her again!"
Reviewed by Erica H.
5.0
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Hi, my name is Alandrea I'm currently a master student at George Washington University studying for my Masters of Public Health in Maternal and Child Health. I hope to continue my studies and become a physician one day. I have experience working with all kinds of kids as a pediatric patient care tech at Childrens national...
5.0
"Alandrea was a wonderful caregiver. She was reliable, polite and friendly. My child was feeling sick and fussy that day, but she was very patient and nurturing. She made a bad day a whole lot better for our...
Reviewed by Raabia W.
Taisa D.
Alexandria, VA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
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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 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...
Reviewed by Mindy L.
Vian A.
Alexandria, VA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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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.
Creusa G.
Alexandria, VA
$32/hr • 20 yrs exp
4.7
(27)
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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
"Creusa is great with babies. She is very attentive and caring with them. It gives us a lot of peace of mind knowing our baby is well taken care of with her. And the best indication of that is how our baby...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(8)
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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...
5.0
"We have used Hannah for the past year for our son since he was about 8/9 months old. At first she was a date night sitter and then this past spring she became our part time nanny while schools were shutdown due...
Reviewed by Amanda T.
Sarah M.
Washington, DC
$20-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Experienced Childcare Professional Available As Part-Time Or Full-Time Nanny
5.0
(5)
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I have worked with children for over 15 years in a variety of positions including as a nanny, summer camp director, tutor, and both as an assistant teacher and the after-school director for a Washington DC area Montessori school. I have worked with all ages, from infant to teenager. I also have experience with multiples, large...
5.0
"Sarah is a very reliable, responsible, and compassionate caregiver. She has a good intuition with children and is very patient. We have been very happy with her!"
Reviewed by Sarah G.
Viann T.
Springfield, VA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
4.6
(9)
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Hi there!
Babysitter available for date nights!!
I'm a senior at George Mason University. I'm currently on my pathway to becoming a teacher. I currently work as a substitute teacher for FCPS.
I'm located in Springfield, but have my own transportation and am willing to travel. My goal is not only to care for your families'...
5.0
"Viann was amazing! My daughter has social anxiety and doesn't easily trust people, but she immediately opened up to Viann. She was punctual, friendly and easy going. Even our dog loved her! I would definitely...
Reviewed by Crystal G.
Niara F.
Silver Spring, MD
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
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Hi! I used to be a preschool teacher and I have a four year degree in early childhood education. I am currently living in Chevy Chase MD. I am patient, I have experience with infants to 15 years old and with special needs as well. I love play, paint, arts and crafts, play ball, go to parks or just read a book. I'm a great driver...
5.0
"I always hire a babysitter, and Niara surprised me. the way she interacts with the kids is different. children love her. and I totally entrust my children to her."
Reviewed by Natalie H.
5.0
(1)
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I come from a large family of five children, raised by parents who encouraged curiosity, reading, nature exploration and responsibility. I am a proud auntie if two nieces who I love dearly. I have over 10 years of experience watching children for small groups of 13 + to nannying a baby for the first year of their life. I was...
5.0
"Anne Marie is so caring, thoughtful, and helpful! I would highly recommend her to support your family. She will treat them like her own! She also has a ton of knowledge about food & health."
Reviewed by Chloe G.
5.0
(3)
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I am an upbeat person and I am very compassionate, encouraging, and trustworthy. I am motivated by helping others. Hence, the majority of my professional, volunteer, and academic experiences have been dedicated to educating and taking care of people. I have background taking care of children, teens, and adults with special...
5.0
"Danitza helped me greatly during and after a medical procedure I had done in August of 2018. Danitza visited me just after my surgery and even informed family members of the status of my condition after...
Reviewed by Nick C.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in DHS, 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.
Shaleia L.
5.0
Shaleia is very dependable, mature, kind, and flexible. She is proactive and also takes constructive criticism very well. Shaleia provided care for our newborn twins and 4 year old. We wouldn't have survived the summer without her help!
- Diana H.
Meredith R.
5.0
Meets all my requests and if I told her specific details she follows them kids listen to her and she comes in on short notice keeps the house clean
- Dapre S.
Daungelia L.
4.0
Maybe she will work for your family! But no luck for interviewing with us..
Set up an interview the day before after confirming our posting which included light meal prep and housekeeping. Late night I received a message that she does not cook and will not clean (according to her nannies do not do...
- Adam M.
Delmy R.
5.0
Delmy was great with my son, very warm and friendly. She has experience with ASD kids it would recommend her again
- Care member
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