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Victoria A.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Alexandria, VA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
A professional caregiver with 10 years+ working experience with seniors and special needs children and teenagers . I chose to be a nursing assistant because I love people. When I am on a team with cargivers, I am the best in the team. I love what I do by making someone feel cared for, loved, and with great empathy. 10 years+...
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Experienced Babysitter With Flexible Availability

Waldorf, MD

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$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Lashada! I have experience caring for children from birth to 15 years old, including three years as a preschool teaching assistant, as well as experience supporting children with special needs. I'm kind, patient, and attentive, with strong experience caring for infants and toddlers. I'm comfortable introducing...
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Reliable Caregiver With 2+ Years Of Experience Working With Children

Woodbridge, VA

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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Gabrielle, and I'm a 24-year-old caregiver from Malawi with a degree in Psychology and a strong love for working with children. I grew up in a big family with three siblings and many cousins, which helped me become patient, nurturing, and reliable. I have over two years of experience working with children in...
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Gina A Fort Washington, MD. From $25 Per Hour

Fort Washington, MD

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
companionship
meal prep
live-in home care
+ 1 more
My name is Georgina (Gina) and I have 5 years of experiences as a home health aid and 2 1/2 years as a CNA. I have experience in Alzheimer, dementia and total care. I do light house keeping, I am very compassionate and reliable. I think of myself as caring and I enjoy helping the elderly or people with special needs. I am very...
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Clinton, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been a Visiting Educator for Queen Annes County Board of Education and Queen Annes County Public Schools. I am experienced with developmentally challenged, ADD, ADHD and other special needs youth within the Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD). I am an experienced child care provider with more than 10 years of experience. I...
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Part-time Care

Alexandria, VA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
I'm a mental health therapist for children and adolescents looking for part-time or occasional work as a babysitter. I have worked as a nanny for children of all ages with various disabilities including Autism, Down's Syndrome, and Muscular Dystrophy for the past almost 8 years. I am hard-working, patient, kind, and I have...
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The Most Loving, Caring, Patient Person You Will Ever Meet!

Woodbridge, VA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
I've been working with children for 12 plus years, it's been my passion and love to care for them. I'm currently a substitute teacher for the Prince William county public schools. I do have my paraprofessional license. I've been trained for seizures and is MAT/ Mandt trained to administer medicine. Also I'm the past I worked...
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Im Here To Help.

Alexandria, VA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Iv been working with a family with a Teen daughter with autism. I have been helping her with all her needs. As a mom I understand that we all need help, and I'm a very patient, loving and caring individual, who is available to help you and your family.
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Professional Childcare Provider

Clinton, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
More than 10 years of education, childcare, tutoring and mentoring experience. I have over 10 years of professional experience working with youth, ages newborn through 18 years of age, tutoring, mentoring and hospitality experience. Successfully completed a two year Early Childhood Education Program and received two years of...
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Woodbridge, VA

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$17/hr
Having a close relative with a mental illness made me realize the profound importance of caring for individuals with special needs. This personal experience has deeply inspired my commitment to providing compassionate and dedicated support to those who require it the most.
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Part-Full Time Care Giver Very Experienced With Palliative/Hospice/Special Needs

Dumfries, VA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
hospice services
dementia
respite care
home modification
I am Full Time certified Medical Assistant during the day. I have Previous In home senior care with hospice patients. I enjoy working with seniors or individuals for that matter who are limited in their abilities and who must rely on other people to carry out their wishes.. it is very difficult to learn to trust a stranger at...
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Alexandria, VA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Experienced caregiver with 6 years supporting neurodivergent individuals, particularly those with ADHD and autism. Currently pursuing my second Bachelor's in Neuroscience at George Mason University as I prepare to apply to medical school. My graphic design background brings creativity to caregiving; I develop visual schedules,...
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Skilled Care Giver

Brandywine, MD

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Qualified home health care aide with over 25 years of experience. Trained in providing ranging services, including assisted living, post-acute medical and rehabilitation, and hospice care. Provides empathetic, personal care to patients and is attentive to the families' needs for their loved ones. Promoting comfort and support....
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Alexandria, VA

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$19/hr
1 year experience
I love being a sitter because I enjoy helping children learn, grow, and feel cared for in a safe, positive environment. Working with kids lets me bring patience, creativity, and empathy into each day while building meaningful connections. I focus on creating calm, structured spaces where children can feel secure and have fun. I...
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Woodbridge, VA

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$25/hr
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I've been drawn to a career in childcare because I genuinely love nurturing children and helping them learn and grow. I am creative and imaginative, and I enjoy planning fun and engaging activities for children. I believe in open communication with parents and will follow their preferred method to discuss their child's day or...
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Brandywine, MD

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$19/hr
10 years experience
I have experience with special needs children and seniors. I really enjoy helping them, plus giving them the love they need and deserve.
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Nanny

Dumfries, VA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hi parents! I am a caring, organized, energetic, and responsible career nanny with over 10 years experience in childcare (6 as a professional nanny). I have had parents tell me time and again that I meet and exceed their expectations of what a nanny is, and I'm proud to have worked with some wonderful families. Some of my...
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Alexandria, VA

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$18/hr
7 years experience
I have work with autism care for about 8 years, I normally helped them with their activities by helping them get ready for school and feeding taking them for walk, errands helped them with homework and their showers etc.
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Personalized Concierge Service And Errand Runner.

Hughesville, MD

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Whether you need help with errands, assistance with love ones or help with a move, tasks, light housekeeping, cooking or shopping. Maybe just an extra pair of hands I am your person.
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Alexandria, VA

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$18/hr
I am attending East Carolina University majoring in Recreational Therapy. I have experience working with people with disabilities both in completing my service learning hours as required by my degree. This has been 25 hours gaining experience with many different populations. As well as my experience working as a paraprofessional...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $26.00/hr as of May 2026

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

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