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Laura S.

Career Nanny With Over 20+ Years Experience

Springfield, VA

5.0(1)
from
$40/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 -Certified Postpartum Doula & Trained Newborn Care...

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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Robel S.

Part Time Caregiver

Alexandria, VA

3.0(1)
from
$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...

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Jodie F.

Patient And Nurturing Caregiver/nanny

Woodbridge, VA

5.0(0)
from
$32/hr
3 years experience
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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Rehana K.

Alexandria, VA

4.1(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 24 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
For over 10 years, I've been dedicated to nurturing children's potential and providing families with dependable care. My passion stems from seeing children thrive and knowing I'm making a positive impact. I'm patient, creative, and approachable, which helps me connect with kids on their level. I provide updates through daily...

Care Member says "Loved Rehana! Well, Rehana was only with us for a short period of time. I learned to trust her immediately with my daughter. Not only was she very...

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Maritza G.

Full-Time Nanny

Woodbridge, VA

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have been a nanny for over 20 years. I have worked with 6 families. My experience in childcare has ranged from infancy to the start of Kindergarten. I was previously a lead teacher at Lapetite Academy for almost 4 years in Fairfax County. I dedicate my time to teaching children age appropriate learning skills and the Spanish...

Care Member says "We absolutely love Maritza! We are so thankful we have had her to watch our son. She is kind, patient, and loving. She is very cautious and responsible....

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Nimrod P.

Woodbridge, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
mobility assistance
personal care
I'd describe my personality as caring, honest, hardworking and reliable. I love to help and work especially the elderly to achieve their goals. I like caring for seniors because I always see in them my own beloved late grand parents who deserve rightful care, respect, compassion and love. I started caring for seniors when I...

Care Member says "He is an excellent carwgiver with a lot of compassion for Meldeely people."

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Jane S.

Fun And Experienced (fully Vaccinated)

Woodbridge, VA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
I'm a certified teacher passionate about helping families. With extensive experience in supporting children with diverse needs, from developmental delays to behavioral challenges, I believe in fostering growth through diverse experiences. Proficient in implementing IEP goals and accommodations, I take pride in assisting...
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Sharon E.

Care Giver/ Companion/Special Needs

Woodbridge, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
mobility assistance
personal care
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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Kathy B.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(0)
from
$19/hr
I retired on 6/1/19 from the federal government (United States District Court) after 37 years of service. I am 1 of 10 children (70 nieces and nephews) and I have raised 3 children and 2 step children. I also have 2 grandchildren. I love kids especially little ones. I have taken care many family members over the years,...
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Sharon E.

Special Needs Bus Attendant

Woodbridge, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently working for Prince William County Schools Transportation as a bus attendant. I am very compassionate and love helping others. It is my goal to go back to school for nursing and finish my career.

Crislyn C. says "We love Sharon! She's very caring, loving and really exert effort in taking care my 6 years old, non-verbal Autistic daughter. She's now part of our...

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Vian A.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there, My name is Vian and I am a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. I have experience helping children develop gross and fine motor skills through therapeutic neurodevelopmental, rhythmic, and reflexive movement patterns. I like to use a DIR/Floortime model to promote the development of symbolic thinking and...

Leke A. says "Vian was our nanny during the pandemic and simultaneously managed preschool learning for our youngest child and virtual distanced learning for our older...

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Marilis G.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I can see in their eyes, smile and face the work that I do. That fillet my heart. I was volunteer in Patronato Luz del Ciego. Since I was 10 years old, I was working with people who are blind, low vision and seniors (this is in my mom's job). Since 2000 I had my first observation and then my own patients with special need...
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Marjorie A.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
My name is Marjorie. I have 7 years of experience nanny/babysitter with kids of all ages, from 2 months to 13 years old, and I also have experience with special needs kids. I really enjoy taking care of children and I would love to be part of your children rearing and development. A few things about me: tidy, dynamic, and...

Karol F. says "Marjorie is very dependable and responsible. She loves take care of children and it's a good dog walker too. Very creative for kids activities and...

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Hannah L.

Babysitter, Pet sitter, And House-sitter

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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Iris G.

Woodbridge, VA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a decade of experience, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My calm and patient nature, coupled with my creativity and friendly approach, allows me to connect with children on a meaningful level. I believe in open communication with parents and...

Melissa M. says "Iris has been helping me over the last year. She's absolutely wonderful at everything she does, which is a lot! She's helped me with housekeeping,...

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Subina K.

Springfield, VA

4.3(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
I have over 5 years of experience in babysitting, where I have honed my skills in childcare, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children of various ages. Additionally, I have worked as a behavior therapist at an ABA company, where I developed and implemented behavior intervention plans, contributing to the...

Care Member says "Subnia was personable, easy to talk to, and seemed comfortable with kids, which made giving her directions simple. I appreciate her warmth and...

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Doris F.

Full Time Experienced Nanny

Woodbridge, VA

3.7(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hello, how are you today? My name is Doris. I am currently seeking employment as a professional nanny. I am a kindhearted and very loving Nanny with 30 years of extensive experience caring for newborns and children. I assisted with their special needs and daily living such as: bathing, changing, cleaning, different activities,...

Marti R. says "Doris joined us as our 2-month-old's nanny in March of 2021. She was her nanny until our recent move. In the 11-month time that Doris was with us, she...

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Dave G.

Mr G.

Burke, VA

5.0(1)
from
$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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Nadia P.

Woodbridge, VA

from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Nadia and I am 24 years old and am very interested in being your sitter! I have 10 years experience as a babysitter and 3 years experience as an RBT for special needs children. Currently I work full time in a clinic, but I am very eager to do some sitting part time preferably on weekends!
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Jovonce D.

Well Rounded Sitter.

Alexandria, VA

from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm Jovoncé , a compassionate and reliable nanny based in Alexandria, VA. With years of experience caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs, I bring patience, structure, and genuine love to every family I work with. As a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, I combine my healthcare training with...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.50/hr as of March 2026

  • 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

Laura S.

She's absolutely amazing, and I can't wait to have her over again to watch our little one.

- Rebecca Z.

Robel S.

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,...

- Adrian K.

Rehana K.

Loved Rehana! Well, Rehana was only with us for a short period of time. I learned to trust her immediately with my daughter. Not only was...

- Care member

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