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Julia R.

Lorton, VA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
7 years experience
Experienced special needs Nanny/ Professional Organizer Available Hi all, I just moved to the area and am looking for a position (open to ft/pt). Can provide references upon request. Pm for more info :) A little about me: * Several years childcare experience * Years of experience with Autism and Down syndrome * Have...

Care Member says "Julia is awesome! She is prompt, kind and courteous but most importantly, she is wonderful with our two boys. Julia has a calm demeanor that matches...

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Lauren M.

Special Education Teacher

Lorton, VA

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$16/hr
8 years experience
Hello! I am currently an enhanced AUT special education teacher. I also hold a Registered Behavior Technician credential. I have been in the special education field for roughly 8 years. I am CPR certified, BLS certified, Epipen trained, and have extensive knowledge in behavior relating to children with ASD. I am currently...
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Andrea H.

Lorton, VA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Andrea . I am a dedicated healthcare professional. I have been working with people of all age groups for over 20 years. It's not just a job to me I enjoy every minute of reaching out and helping others.
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Yousra E.

Lorton, VA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'm a special education teacher. I have been with FCPS for 18 years. I have had the pleasure of caring and working with many different children from different backgrounds in my professional career here and internationally. Additionally I have high experience working with special needs children. I am also a mother of four and...
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Jane B.

Lorton, VA

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$18/hr
9 years experience
I have been caring for toddlers, kids, young adults.. with special needs for the past 8-9 years. This level of care is something that comes to be naturally and I am so very grateful for my ability to help others, especially those who are in need. Message me if you have any additional questions. Thank you
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Lauren M.

Part-Time, Special Needs Available.

Lorton, VA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Hello. I am currently a special education teacher in an Enhanced Autism Program. I am also a Registered Behavior Tech. I am BLS, CPR, and Epipen certified. I am familiar with basic sign language, AAC devices, non-verbal kiddos, and kids of all ages. I am also a mother myself and have over eight years of experience in schools,...
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Triyaningsih D.

Fun Sitter

Lorton, VA

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$21/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi ! 'Im Triya. I 'm new to the area and seeking my nanny opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm kind, compassionate, and caring person. I'm a mother of two children, caregiving has always been part of my day-to-day. But now the already start schooling. In my free time I like to cook and planting. I'm looking forward to...
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Sharilene A.

Fun Loving Baby Sitter.

Lorton, VA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I'm Sharilene originally from South Africa and came to the USA as an au pair. I have 11 years experience with Children 0 up to 18 years. I worked as a teacher and a teacher assistant. I was also a Tutor and helping kids with special needs. I'm hard working and very reliable. I have CPR and first aid and also have all my covid...
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Yousra E.

Lorton, VA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Yousra, I'm a special education teacher, I have +20 years of experience as a teacher across multiple elementary schools in Fairfax County and internationally , as well as babysitting and child care. My educational back ground is in early childhood education . I have had the pleasure of caring for and working with...
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Anna V.

Speech Therapist With Experience Tutoring And Nannying

Lorton, VA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Good Afternoon, my name is Anna V. I am a graduate from James Madison University and I am interested in your position for a special needs provider! I am an SLPA (Speech-language pathologist assistant) wherein I completed my Bachelor's in Communication Sciences and Disorders. I have a 1. 5 years of professional experience working...
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Delayna D.

Baby Magnet And Contagious Smile Maker!

Fort Belvoir, VA

5.0(1)
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$14/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Delayna. I'm 24 almost 25, I'm married and my husband is in the military. We're stationed in Virginia for about another year. I love children and always have. I also have no problem with pets. I have a brother with Autism and my Mother always brags how I was so good to him and with him growing up, so I do have...

Kimberly S. says "Delayna is very good at responding and taking care of my son. She met us the evening before and showed up the next day ready to assist. She helped my...

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Rosa C.

Ms Rosa Childcare Services

Springfield, VA

5.0(1)
from
$1/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello, my name is Rosa and I'm a highly skilled teacher. I love children and I teach them through an educacional método that involves children's natural interests and activities rather than formal teaching methods. I have more than 26 years of teaching experience, both in Honduras and the US. I've taught children from...

Care Member says "Rosa helps us with house cleaning. She is punctual, communicative, and always ask for feedback. Our floors are our major problem and she did not...

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Dave G.

Mr G.

Burke, VA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I worked with mod/severe special needs for several years in a high school setting and was an Elementary/Middle School Counselor, at a school including an Autism center, for 15 years in FCPS. Relationship development and therapeutic mentoring are foundational to my helping approach to children/young adults as well as their...

Naomi W. says "I couldn't say enough about Dave. He has consistently been such an amazing support to my family and our special needs daughter. It is so hard to find...

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Sharon E.

Care Giver/ Companion/Special Needs

Woodbridge, VA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Mobility assistance
companionship
personal care
meal prep
dementia
I went to nursing school to become a certified nursing assistance. I worked in a assisted living home for a year in the 90's. I currently am working on weekends with a client whom I've been with for 8 yrs now. I also am working with another client on Sunday only and I have been with her for 1 year. It is my passion to pursue my...

Victoria W. says "Sharon assists/helps my physically challenged 85 year old mother with her weekly bath. This is no ordinary feat since we live in a townhouse with no...

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Marilis G.

Evening, Night Time, Weekends

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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.

Aaron C. says "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...

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Michelle D.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Michelle. I am a Fairfax County teacher. I love learning with children, crafting of all kinds, playing games and sports, and exploring local parks and the library! I have previous experience working in the infant and toddler rooms at daycare. Additionally, I have worked with children of all ages at summer...

Katie R. says "We trusted Michelle with our very first babysitting experience for our 15 week old daughter. Michelle did an excellent job and we would definitely have her...

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Ruth S.

Woodbridge, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, I hope this message finds you well. I have experience in many areas. I am Bi-lingual I speak Spanish fluently, I was a substitute teacher at PWCS with all kinds of wonderful kids. I've teach from kindergarten to fifth grade to special needs kids. I also love cleaning and organizing. I have a couple of elderly customers...

Hellen H. says "Ruth was an amazing care giver to my children. They love her so much. She came up with many new fun activities for my kids. She's great with engaging kids...

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Viann T.

Springfield, VA

4.6(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
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'...

Care Member says "Viann was wonderful to work with. She is very reliable, responsive, and genuinely loves spending time with children. I strongly recommend her child care...

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Hannah L.

Babysitter, Pet sitter, And House-sitter

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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...

Amy G. says "Hannah has watched our 2 elementary kids plus another kid since September of 2020. She has been absolutely amazing with the 3 kids during a very difficult...

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Hanan J.

Daycare Professional

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Versatile bilingual daycare teacher/speech therapist for children with special needs with B. S degree in psychology and over 6 years of professional experience. Compassionate to children and well-equipped with adequate training and practical communication skills.

Jane C. says "Absolutely fantastic caregiver! We are so lucky to have Hanan to care for our 6 month old daughter. She is so loving, professional, and experienced....

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.30/hr as of June 2025

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Lorton, VA

Special Needs Caregivers in Lorton, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Julia R.

Julia is awesome! She is prompt, kind and courteous but most importantly, she is wonderful with our two boys. Julia has a calm demeanor that...

- Care member

Delayna D.

Delayna is very good at responding and taking care of my son. She met us the evening before and showed up the next day ready to assist. She...

- Kimberly S.

Rosa C.

Rosa helps us with house cleaning. She is punctual, communicative, and always ask for feedback. Our floors are our major problem and she...

- Care member

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