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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Herndon,Ā VA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Herndon, VA

A hidden gem! It's hard to believe we have not known Susan our entire lives. Her ability to establish deep, personal and meaningful…

Review for Susan A. by Kelli G.

Thank you so much Damaris I appreciate all your help in caring for my daughter with down syndrome for the definite time of a week .. It…

Review for Damaris H. by Karah C.

Ms. Bharti is a great tutor. She is very nice, patient & understanding. She helped my sons with their studies and their grades also improved…

Review for Bharti S. by Smita S.

Special needs caregivers in Herndon, VA

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Susan A.


Potomac, MD

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Care Provider Specializing In Special Needs Or Children W/ The Need For More In div. Attn.

4.2

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children my whole life and always seemed to veer towards the ones that need a little more one-one attn. to later find out a diagnosis or to soon be diagnosed with something, and my extra attn. to details and focus were a good way to start implementing and focusing specific skills. I currently specialize in...
Susan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Susan is truly a find when it comes to caring for kids with special needs. There's no one more compassionate and protective of individuals who lack the ability to advocate for themselves. She is staunchly resolute and resourceful in ways only a parent who has kids...

Myron T.

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Damaris H.


Ashburn, VA

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

I'm a babysitter with 6 years of background, setting designing and implementing age-appropriate activities for each kid. Working with new born, toddlers, children different ages. I'm also a mother of 2 boys, ages 15 and 17 years old.. My first experience as a Mother and Nanny I lived with my children My other qualifications...
5.0
"Thank you so much Damaris I appreciate all your help in caring for my daughter with down syndrome for the definite time of a week .. It was human to have you and trust you that you could do it and take care of my daughter the time I was not at home .. I hope this...

Karah C.

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Bharti S.


Sterling, VA

$20-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Educational Needs Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

If anyone with a minor disability needs special lessons/teaching classes on weekends/holidays or during a vacation, I am available. Even during the weekdays if I can accommodate my schedule I will accept the offer. I am an experienced special educational needs provider.
5.0
"Bharti has tutored two of my son. She is dedicated and my kids loved her. She has the ability to quickly and accurately determine sources of a child's learning difficulties. In the case of our sons, she set up individually tailored programs and work through...

Sanjeev P.

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Emily H.


Oakton, VA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny Available Part Time

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

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...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Emily is great! I would very much recommend her."

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Shahnaz E.


Reston, VA

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

CNA -Personal Assistant

I have over 10+ years of experience in home health care. I am a CNA, plant-based chef, and certified Yoga teacher. Northern Virginia is my home, and I grew up in the area. My experience includes senior care, special needs care, hospice, prenatal, post-partum, and post-op hospital events. My services are available in client's...
Shahnaz can also help with: Home modification, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, respite care
Skills:

CNA

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Hanna C.


Fairfax, VA

$29-32/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have been working with children for over 10 years. I was born and raised in Germany and received a degree as a special needs care provider. I have worked in a care place for special needs children/ Hospice as well as in private families.
Hanna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Emma M.


Sterling, VA

$25/hr • 1 yrs exp

I like working with kids because I really enjoy being around with them and playing with them which also wants me to become pedantic nurse once I graduate college. I started working with kids when I was a second year of college. I had a class which we had hours to volunteer to help kids with special needs. One thing you...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sarah G.


Fairfax, VA

$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Enthusiastic, Active, And Creative Sitter

Hi, I'm looking for some fun, outdoor-loving kids to look after this summer! I have experience working in both schools and summer camps, planning creative day-long workshops, teaching structured and free-flow lessons, and assisting with summer learning goals. In the past, I've worked extensively with special needs children as...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Karen W.


Sterling, VA

$20/hr • 1 yrs exp

A Helping Hand

I have 1 year of experience helping seniors outside of my family and 10 years helping seniors in my family with special needs and considerations. I enjoy providing the gentle touch (and sometimes the firm touch) required to tend to their needs, safety, and happiness. I look forward to speaking with you about your loved ones'...
Karen can also help with: Errands
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Courtney J.


Sterling, VA

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Childhood Literacy And Development

Hi my name is Courtney, 28 from south Africa. I moved to south Carolina 3years ago , I came to America as an au pair to work and study. I did I course called childhood literacy and development within a child . I am very respectful, kind and loving person with a bubbly personality. My mum was a nurse so I learnt a lot from her...
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Marilyn D.


Reston, VA

$27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a current nanny looking for a new position as the mom of my current family is transitioning to staying home. I am former preschool and kindergarten teacher of 16 years. I am also a mom to two children, which offers me perspective on the joys and challenges of parenting and I will treat your children as my own. My...
Marilyn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Molly M.


Vienna, VA

$24-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Friendly And Wholesome Nanny

Hello! I am Molly. I have 8+ years of experience as a nanny and babysitter, encompassing all ages from newborns to teens as well as neurodivergent/special needs children. Childcare comes naturally to me and I'm well versed in child development. I'm focused on the overall well being- emotional, social, physical, mental- and I...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Pamela O.


Ashburn, VA

$13-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

My name is Pamela. I am 23 years old and I just finished school. I am willing to go back to school to get a master in child development, because in the future I would love to open my own daycare, maybe 2 years from now. My first job was as a substitute teacher for 1st and 2nd grade (ages between 5, 6 and 7 years old) and...
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Shannon G.


Fairfax, VA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Your Children;; My Passion

Been working with kids since I was 18 years old. Started babysitting at 16. At 18 and through out the years I've worked at daycares. I have experience in special needs. I have a 3-year-old and a 15-year-old. I love helping kids and being around them. Watching their minds grow
Shannon can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Brianna D.


Ashburn, VA

$22-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Nanny, Babysitter

Hi, my name's Brianna! I am coming back to the NOVA area after being away for a few years and looking for a lovely family to take care of. I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old. Now at 29, I have a wealth of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teens. I genuinely love spending time with kids and...
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Destiny O.


Reston, VA

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is destiny and I am a nursing student. I'm moving to Virginia from Texas on February 1st. I've worked in an assisted living facility, an early education center, for a home health company and I've privately nannied since I was 19! I love to learn new skills and meet new people. I look forward to hearing from you!
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Doris P.


Potomac, MD

$25-50/hr • 18 yrs exp

I'm a childcare provider with seven years of experience who's passionate about helping families and caring for children. I'm a patient, calm, and creative individual, and I strive to make a positive impact on the lives of the children I care for. I raised 2 children of my own. I'm fluent in Spanish and semi fluent in...
Doris can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Andie G.


McLean, VA

$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hi! Update: I am currently working full-time as an OT and cancelling this account. keeping my information in case anything changes but I'm not available to pick up jobs through care. com at this time. I work part-time as a pediatric occupational therapist but have availability Monday and Wednesday mornings for childcare. I...
Andie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Maria B.


Ashburn, VA

$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Care Giver

I am a caring and energetic Filipino (U. S. Citizen) with over 15 years experience as a full-time nanny that offers strong child development skills that contribute to a happy and fulfilling child care environment. I am extremely polite and will set a good example for your child. I have the flexibility to work with professional...
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Amanda A.


Reston, VA

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

28 Year Old Childcare Worker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a 28-year-old dental assistant with two years experience nannying and about 10 + years experience babysitting and a lifetime of experience with animals as well! I have experience with special needs children, multiple age groups, and infants. I am a soccer player therefore I love the outdoors and I enjoy coming up...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Herndon, VA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.