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Experienced Nanny | Special Needs Background
Hi families! I'm an experienced nanny who moved to the area in August 2024. I began working with kids and individuals with special needs back in high school after my brother was diagnosed with autism, and caring for others has been my passion ever since. I am currently looking for a...
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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- $23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Experienced Nanny | Special Needs Background
Hi families! I'm an experienced nanny who moved to the area in August 2024. I began working with kids and individuals with special needs back in high school after my brother was diagnosed with autism, and caring for others has been my passion ever since. I am currently looking for a...
Care Member says "Julia is the best!! I cannot say enough about how wonderful she is. She is kind, patient, reliable, and fun. She has all of the skills and all of the...
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...
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.
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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- $28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello!
Thank you for looking at my profile!
I am currently a care companion and a peer support specialist.
I have 7 years of experience as a companion caregiver to children and adults with special needs.
I helped my companions shower, shave, and dress. I can administer medications and use g-tubes. I provide companionship...
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,...
Meal prep
I'm looking to provide some respite for those with special needs kids. I have extensive experience with working with those on the autism spectrum, including my own children, and I am a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP).
I'd describe my personality as level headed, pragmatic, and at times, silly.
I like...
I am a former Special Needs Instructional Assistant with Fairfax County Public Schools. I love working with children!
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Yousra , I have had the pleasure babysitting and caring for children of all ages, from newborns up to early teen age . The experience in special needs teaching with FCPS has given me the skills and sensitivity to support children with a wide range of abilities and developmental needs. I'm passionate about...
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have 10 years of nannying experience this May and 4 years of coaching experience.
I currently work as a care companion to young adults with special needs.
My full-time job is working as a mental health coach in a hospital setting.
I love to engage and be active with the kids I care for. Truly one of the greatest joys!
Companionship
errands
meal prep
personal care
respite care
I have 7 years of experience as a companion caregiver to children and adults with special needs.
I also provided care and companionship to a 90-year-old woman for 30 hours a week.
I helped her follow a schedule which included helping her shower, dress, and eat healthy meals.
I administered medications and took her blood...
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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- $15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
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Hello! Thanks for looking in to my profile! I have always cared for children with 6 years of professional child care. I also have 4 years working with children with autism, special needs, and other disabilities/disorders (as a registered behavior technician). I am amazing with lesson planning, healthy snacking, and overall...
Care Member says "Coria took great care of our toddler and infant! Communication before the job was professional. She kept me updated throughout the evening with quick...
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- $14/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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- $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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Alexandria, VA
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- $24/hr
18 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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- $28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello parents! I bring over 20 years of experience as a nanny, babysitter, postpartum doula and newborn care specialist. Some of my other qualifications include:
-CPR Certified
-Experience with travel and overnight care
-National COVID-Ready Caregiver Certification
-Trained Newborn Care Specialist
-100+ Credit Hours of Classes...
Rebecca Z. says "She's absolutely amazing, and I can't wait to have her over again to watch our little one."
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- $10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Behavior technician. Attendant for children with special needs. 5+ years of experience.
Adrian K. says "Robel is wonderful with my 15 year old with autism, probably because Robel has a brother the same age who also has autism. He is patient, kind, and up...
Hi, my name is Jodie. I have three years experience working with children with special needs; Down syndrome, mentally and physically handicapped, adhd, speech impediment and autism. I worked as a special needs counselor for the City of Alexandria for 2 years, and I have over 20 years of teaching experience.
I have raised two...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $22.38/hr as of November 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 4 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...
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Julia R.
Julia is the best!! I cannot say enough about how wonderful she is. She is kind, patient, reliable, and fun. She has all of the skills and...
- Care member
Coria S.
Coria took great care of our toddler and infant! Communication before the job was professional. She kept me updated throughout the evening...
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