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Riley R.

Babysitter And Pet sitter

Springfield, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
With over seven years of hands on experience, I bring a calm, capable presence to every caregiving role I step into. My work is rooted in a deep commitment to those living with chronic illness - providing not just practical, day-to-day support, but also compassionate, attentive care that honors each person's dignity and unique...

Emily G. says "Our son LOVES Riley! She has great energy and patience which is really important for a little one. She is flexible when I need to make changes to the...

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Beverly H.

Energetic And Creative Babysitter With Strong Background In Education

Washington, DC

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have served as a caregiver, tutor, and educational program leader since high school. I am pediatric CPR and first aid certified, with updated certification as of June 3, 2017. For two summers I worked with a group of five and 6-year-olds as a camp counselor with Harbor Haven, a camp for children with special needs in Northern...
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Jenny M.

A Little More About Me!

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
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...

Danielle C. says "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...

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Sarah M.

Loving, Experienced Childcare Professional Available As Part-Time Or Full-Time Nanny

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have worked with children for over 15 years in a variety of positions including as a nanny, summer camp director, tutor, and as a teacher at several Washington DC area Montessori schools. I have worked with all ages, from infant to teenager. I also have experience with multiples, large group settings and children with special...

Sarita M. says "It was such a pleasure working with Sarah! She babysat for us while we were in town for a family wedding. Despite our crazy schedule, Sarah was super...

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Tabatha C.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
2 years experience
I have had the pleasure of working for a while with a young child who was hearing impaired and I really enjoyed working with him on a weekly basis. For a short time I had the pleasure of caring for an older lady who was suffering from dementia before she passed. Our days were spent with me listening to stories of her past and...

Carla E. says "Tabatha is very dependable and great with kids!"

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Anne N.

Kind And Engaging Sitter And Nanny

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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...

Chloe G. says "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...

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Doris S.

Looking For A Nanny For Your Children? I Am Here To Help You. Please Contact Me.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
18 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello everyone, have many years of experience with children, I had my own child care for 10 years then I moved to a new great experience working with special needs children which I worked for 4 years. Av July 1 I'd describe my personality as responsible person, that like to be on time at work every day also complete with tasks...

Care Member says "Doris is like family to us now. She worked as my daughter's in-home nanny from the time that L. was 4mos to 2yrs. She was willing to commute for L....

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Margaret B.

Bilingual Part-Time Sitter With Over 10 Yrs Of Experience. Weekend Availability Negotiable.

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I am a former summer camp counselor, babysitter, tutor and lifelong older sister! I have been responsible for the care of kids 4-14yrs old including planning and supervising outdoor activities, games and field trips. I have done the occasional first aid clean up when kids at the summer camp would get hurt. I enjoy doing...

Lila V. says "Margaret is a fantastic caregiver! She has been tutor, nanny, household manager and confidante for our 12 year twin boys for the past few months and we feel...

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Nora A.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Caty S.

Full-Time Caregiver

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$37/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Kaitlyn O.

Caregiver

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have been working with children of all ages since high school. While attending high school I took two years of early childhood education and worked as a student teacher in an elementary school in Arlington county. I am now attending college to become a special needs teacher. I deeply enjoy teaching and helping children learn...

Katia D. says "I cannot recommend Kaitlyn highly enough. We hired Kaitlyn to watch our 5 month old (at the time) and she's been working with us for several months now....

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Danitza R.

Part-time Companion/Caregiver Available

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
Visiting physician
respite care
personal care
live-in home care
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...

Nick C. says "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...

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Alexis G.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
+ 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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Adriana E.

Extensive Background In Healthcare And Education

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
from
$75/hr
10 years experience
Academic background: 1) UCLA- Biochemistry, 2) George Mason University- Nursing. My experience working both in and out of the hospital has afforded me invaluable firsthand knowledge of the many disparities in our healthcare system. My aim is to address those disparities through helping clients and their families attain their own...

Helen H. says "Adriana is the most compassionate, endearing, ambitious individual and we are so fortunate to have worked with her. When my mom's degenerative neurological...

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Rhonda J.

Dignity Provided With Care!

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as extremely kind, thoughtful and focused . I like caring for seniors and people with special needs because I genuinely enjoy helping people feel comfortable and safe. In my spare time, I like to hike, camp fish, and read. I also enjoy growing plants. One thing you should know about...

Adriana C. says "Rhonda has been very reliable and is a hard worker. She is knowledgeable about special needs and has good communication skills. We are very please with...

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Shannon H.

Aspiring Counselor / Present Caregiver

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
It is with great interest that I am submitting my resume to become a dedicated caregiver. I am fueled by great ambition towards working as a reliable hand. My focus is to sustain growth within the minds and hearts of those in need. Moreover, I am well versed in managing meals, creating fun and informative activities, and showing...
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Elizabeth G.

Full Time - Part Time In Front Royal

Arlington, VA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I have worked with children at a camps for both children with and without special needs for the past six years.
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Adama W.

I'm A Loving And Caring Caregiver

Silver Spring, MD

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
mobility assistance
dementia
+ 1 more
I have years of experiences in assisting elderly in their activities of daily living as well as in special needs and childcare. I've always been passionate in helping others.
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Tahra M.

Arlington, VA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I have strong experience working with children, including five years of supporting students with special needs in schools. I also have experience caring for elderly people. As a single mother, I truly love children and enjoy helping them learn, grow, and feel happy. I live in Arlington.
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Palesa S.

Arlington, VA

from
$19/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a 24-year-old with 5 years of Teacher's Assistant experience in early childhood education, including roles in both daycare and private school settings. I bring a patient, nurturing approach and possess foundational knowledge of special needs education. I am passionate about supporting the development of young minds through...
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Special Needs Caregivers in DHS, VA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Riley R.

Our son LOVES Riley! She has great energy and patience which is really important for a little one. She is flexible when I need to make...

- Emily G.

Jenny M.

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...

- Danielle C.

Sarah M.

It was such a pleasure working with Sarah! She babysat for us while we were in town for a family wedding. Despite our crazy schedule, Sarah...

- Sarita M.

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