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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Fairfax, VA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Fairfax, VA

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Viviana R.


Fairfax, VA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

I Have Been Working With Two Wonderful Autistic Little Boys For The Past 3 Years.

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love children. It has been been my calling to be around them. I have been taking care of children since 1992. I am 53-year-old woman born in Chile but raised in the United States. I consider myself very loving, patient and gentle.
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Corrin C.


Fairfax, VA

$27-35/hr4 yrs exp

Energetic And Positive Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a bible camp counselor and tutor. I taught Math, History and English. A good portion of children I worked with had behavioral, processing, executive or cognitive disorders and required a particular, special touch. I'm very giggly and sweet but believe in discipline, I maintain a loving yet firm nature about me. It's very...
5.0
"Corrin was a camp counselor and tutor with us. She was very good with the kids and they all loved her. Unfortunately our organization no longer allows women to teach due to personal beliefs but loved her while we had her."

Kenny B.

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Alicia T.


Fairfax, VA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a special education teacher with a master degree in education. I've been working with special needs children inside the school system and also outside. I have many references available.
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Olivia B.


Fairfax, VA

$30/hr9 yrs exp

Care For Seniors , Special Needs , Children

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a mother with beautiful postive energy and I love helping and caring for other in category of Children, seniors and Special Needs people
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Olivia is very dependable and always strives to do her best. She quickly understood what my boys needed and I trust that they are well taken care of when I am at work. Love having her."

Lamia S.

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Ariana A.


Fairfax, VA

$15-22/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Ariana and I will be attending law school this upcoming fall! I am currently only looking for jobs that consist of occasional child care, such as date nights, week-day evenings, or a daytime weekend. As the oldest sibling of four, I have always watched over children. I have been babysitting for a little over six...
Ariana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Imoni S.


Fairfax, VA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Get To Know Me

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Imoni! I have 11 years of childcare experience that expands across all age groups (including families of multiples and individuals with special needs). I also have a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and previously worked at 2 outpatient pediatric therapy clinics. I currently work part-time and am looking for...
Imoni can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kids love her, very reliable, dependable and helpful!"

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Alicia T.


Fairfax, VA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a teacher with a lot of experience with children, adults and special needs children, I have all the references you need.
Alicia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"We love Alicia. She is wonderful with our daughter who requires a lot of care due to her cerebral palsy. Alicia is so patient with her. She keeps our daughter engaged and is 100% mentally present when they are together."

Victoria S.

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Sophia S.


Fairfax, VA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am currently attending college at Virginia Tech and double majoring in Psychology and Philosophy. I truly enjoy working with children and am seeking a nanny position for the summer! I am fully vaccinated for Covid-19. My past experiences include babysitting for a family with three children (ages 3 to 9), working as a...
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We had Sophia as a full time nanny from when my daughter was around 7 months - 11 months old. She was great with her - very responsible, communicative, and trustworthy. My daughter has some medical complexities that required Sophia to learn some special things for...

Rachel T.

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Ana D.


Fairfax, VA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Family Assistant

Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood

Hi I am a preschool teacher and I work in a private school with children with special needs, I have experience with children of all ages especially children between 4 and 10 years old, I am very proactive, empathetic and fun, I have excellent references of families with whom I have worked and the school where I currently work....
Ana can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Ana helped watch my 14-month-old son. She was incredibly gentle and attentive with him. She made sure he felt very comfortable around her from the very first moment she walked through the door. I plan to hire her again."

Kimberly H.

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Rachel W.


Fairfax, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part/Full-Time Caregiver

4.4

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Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Rachel and I am interested in babysitting for your family. I have lots of experience with children of all ages including babies, toddlers, young children, teens, and special needs children and I now have my own little one born in April 2023. I started babysitting in high school and have never stopped. After...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel was very responsive and super helpful! She stayed with our two teens for three evenings/overnight while we were out of town on a work trip. She came and met everyone prior to our trip (including the dog) and went over house details and the schedules. She...

Tanja B.

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Emily T.


Fairfax, VA

$33-80/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I am a professional care provider in the Northern Virginia area. I earned my bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and completed some Early Childhood Education courses at the master's level. I have a large amount of babysitting, nannying, and pet care experience. I have a younger sister who has special needs, and...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We feel so fortunate to have found Emily as a babysitter for our twin boys. From the moment we met her, we knew she would be a perfect fit for our family. We could not have asked for a better babysitter for our 13-month-old twin boys than Emily. She is attentive,...

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Candace J.


Fairfax, VA

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I am a full time teacher I'm Fairfax county. I have been teaching high school special education for the past 4 years and I've taught K-12. I am also very active and also coach basketball. I am CPR and first aid AED certified , a non-smoker as well as have my own transportation.
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Jessica P.


Fairfax, VA

$47-50/hr3 yrs exp

Special Ed. Grad Student

Hello! My name is Jessie. I am a 24-year-old grad student at GMU working on getting my Masters in Special Education (expecting to be done May 2021). I have a range of experience working with college aged individuals with disabilities as well as working with elementary aged students with disabilities both in an educational...
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Melinda N.


Fairfax, VA

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Looking For A Mentor And Companion?

I am a student at George Mason university I am an creating my own major therapeutic recreation and human services I am 26 years old. I have been in the human services field for about 5 years now. I have worked in group homes, teaching daily life skills to individual with developmental disabilities. Been a live in aide about 3...
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Jakiya B.


Fairfax, VA

$17-50/hr6 yrs exp

My name is jakiya I have a brother who is on the spectrum with adhd and autism also speech delay who I helped raise his whole life I also was a lead teacher at a preschool that I been at for 2 years I have plenty of experience with special needs and children and I have a lot of energy and love to do come up with fun activities
"Hi, I'm Blandina, a compassionate and dedicated 23-year-old special needs caregiver. I am passionate about providing individualized support and care to individuals with special needs, ensuring their well-being and happiness. With a gentle and patient approach, I strive to create a safe and inclusive environment for my clients....
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Morgan E.


Fairfax, VA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

My name is Morgan and I am available as a caregiver for children/adults with disabilities. I recently graduated from George Mason University with a degree in special education with a concentration in the adapted curriculum for severe and multiple disabilities. I currently work as an elementary special education teacher in an...
Hi! I'm a special education teacher looking for meaningful part time work this summer. I have 5 years teaching experience working with some amazing kids, teens, and young adults as well as a brother with an intellectual disability who is a pro at pushing me out of my comfort zone, keeping me positive, and teaching me new things.
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Sarah R.


Fairfax, VA

$19-24/hr2 yrs exp

I have quite a bit of experience with all different kinds of caregiving/ companionship and experience with all sorts of different situations. I have worked with cognitive and physical disabilities, as well as with a wide range of age groups, including children, teens, and seniors. I am also very willing to learn more.
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Becky H.


Fairfax, VA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! I'd be happy to help you! My name is Becky. I live in Fairfax across from Fair Oaks Mall and I have many years of childcare experience, excellent references, a graduate degree in Social Work, my own car, I don't smoke, and I'm fully vaccinated. As a volunteer reading tutor I'm always ready to read a book with a young...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fairfax, VA

Corrin C.

5.0

Corrin was a camp counselor and tutor with us. She was very good with the kids and they all loved her. Unfortunately our organization no longer allows women to teach due to personal beliefs but loved her while we had her.

- Kenny B.

Olivia B.

5.0

Olivia was great when I was in need of last minute coverage!

- Danielle G.

Imoni S.

5.0

Kids love her, very reliable, dependable and helpful!

- Care member

Alicia T.

5.0

We love Alicia. She is wonderful with our daughter who requires a lot of care due to her cerebral palsy. Alicia is so patient with her. She keeps our daughter engaged and is 100% mentally present when they are together.

- Victoria S.

Sophia S.

5.0

We had Sophia as a full time nanny from when my daughter was around 7 months - 11 months old. She was great with her - very responsible, communicative, and trustworthy. My daughter has some medical complexities that required Sophia to learn some special things for her care, including learning about...

- Rachel T.

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Ratings for Fairfax, VA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Fairfax, VA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 72 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.