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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Springfield, VA
The average rate is $16/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Springfield, VA
Michelle D.
Alexandria, VA
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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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...
5.0
"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 sit again and recommend her to others. She was...
Reviewed by Katie R.
Samantha A.
Alexandria, VA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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Hi, my name is Sam. I always have a joy looking after children and I have cared for kids from a variety of backgrounds including children with special needs. I enjoy the outdoors, cooking and baking, traveling, and being involved in my church. I do not smoke, I own my own car, and have a clean driving record. I have studied...
5.0
"Sam is great with all types of kids and is super helpful around the house. She has been a fantastic babysitter and I can't wait to hire her again! "
Reviewed by Stephany W.
3.0
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I am looking for an after school babysitting job. I am currently a full-time teacher in Fairfax County. This is my 6th year teaching! I have taught grades 1-3, special education and general education. I have had several babysitting jobs since I moved to Arlington in 2012. My responsibilities have included picking children up...
5.0
"My girls loved Bari when she watched them for 2 days last month. She played lots of fun games with them and fun crafts. The girls can't wait until she babysits for us again."
Reviewed by Susannah M.
5.0
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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...
5.0
"We have used Hannah for the past year for our son since he was about 8/9 months old. At first she was a date night sitter and then this past spring she became our part time nanny while schools were shutdown due...
Reviewed by Amanda T.
Victoria S.
Lorton, VA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Experienced, talented and caring individual looking to obtain a position in an Early Childhood Care/ Education that utilizes my background in all facets of childcare. including children with special needs. Very reliable and dependable.
5.0
"Vicky has watched my children for several years now and is very dependable. She is excellent in taking initiative and making sure my children are cared for when I am not able to be with them. I feel confident...
Reviewed by Casey M.
5.0
(3)
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Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile.
I am a college educated babysitter with over 9 years of childcare experience. I have cared for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I also have experience caring for children with special needs.
I am also the eldest daughter of 11 children, so caring for children is my...
5.0
"Maria is reliable and trustworthy. My kids enjoy their time with her."
Reviewed by Jennie K.
5.0
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23-year-old college student with a love and passion for children! I have 4+ years of direct childcare experience and 3 of those specifically caring for special needs children.
5.0
"Gabrielle was amazing and helped us feel very comfortable leaving our daughter in her care! She was prompt, flexible, knowledgeable, and very caring with our daughter! We look forward to using her service...
Reviewed by Care member
Alexis G.
Alexandria, VA
$25-37/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! My name is Alexis! I recently graduated from SUNY Fredonia with my B. A. in criminal justice and minors in spanish and sociology. I have always loved working and being around children, and have always been surrounded by them as I am the second oldest of 7! I am certified and finger printed to work in NYS schools. I have...
5.0
"Alexis was amazing. We needed to find someone to look after our nephew at our wedding, and she came through. Super friendly, punctual, and easy to work with. Thanks again :)"
Reviewed by Benjamin S.
Marjorie A.
Alexandria, VA
$22-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
5.0
"Marjorie was absolutely wonderful with my children! I felt very comfortable with her. She is professional, kind, responsible, and very caring! My kids had a great time with her!"
Reviewed by Annie S.
Delmy R.
Arlington, VA
$16-39/hr
5.0
(1)
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I am Asistencia teacher pre-k sped
I work with kids with Austin and with different other kids let me know if you have any questions. Free to call me.
5.0
"Delmy was great with my son, very warm and friendly. She has experience with ASD kids it would recommend her again"
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Zurie R.
Woodbridge, VA
$13-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I am currently a stay at home mom to two amazing little boys, ages 4y and 15 months.
I have seven years experience in the educational field. I was a substitute teacher for 4 years. Then I taught Special Education for 3 years. Lastly, I was an instructional assistant in a Preschool Autism classroom for 4 years. I also babysat...
Janeth S.
Alexandria, VA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs / Preschool Assistant Teacher Looking For Full Time/part Time Job
5.0
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Hello! My name is Janet . I have 13+ years experience working with children. Moved recently from Prince William County. I worked for 13 years at Signal Hill Elementary as a Preschool Assistant Teacher and had previously work for 6 years at Randolf Elementary with special needs children. I have excellent references and would be...
5.0
"We live in Alexandria, Fort Hunt area and have worked with Ms. Janeth on a few occasion. Janeth is wonderful! I recommend her from all my heart. My son adores her and I wish I could keep her forever. :)
Very...
Reviewed by Jules J.
5.0
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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...
5.0
"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 about her. "
Reviewed by Danielle C.
Amy H.
Woodbridge, VA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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I have bachelor's degree in early childhood education and have taught for 11 years. I have taught Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grades and have experience tutoring students in 3rd-5th grade. Along with teaching experience, I have several years of babysitting experience in which I provided care for children in many different...
5.0
"I've had the pleasure of working with Amy over the past 15 years. Amy started with my daughter at a daycare, and continued to private care at our home. My daughter has multiple disabilities and Amy has been...
Reviewed by Leah H.
5.0
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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...
5.0
"Dave is awesome! I hired him to hang out with and mentor my 18 yr. old son with autism, type 1 diabetes, ADHD, depression, anxiety disorder, and OCD. He is simply wonderful. He has a great rapport with my...
Reviewed by Trista N.
5.0
(1)
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I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old. I've cared for individuals of all ages - ranging from newborns to teens to adults with special needs. I'm pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education & will graduate at the end of the Fall 2024 semester. I was a preschool teacher for 2 years before I started working as a...
5.0
"I hired Caeli to care for my 11 year old special needs son. She has been passionate, patient, understanding and VERY dependable! She is sweet, kind, and responsible. I felt very comfortable with her ability to...
Reviewed by Marcy P.
3.0
(2)
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My name is Keanu. I am looking for part-time or full-time work as a special needs provider, child care provider, or dog walker near Arlington, VA. I stay fit and healthy to keep up with my clients that I work with who may have and or may need high energy to keep them moving throughout the day. I have been working at Spurwink a...
Danielle S.
Woodbridge, VA
$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I have over 8 years of experience working with children of all ages and multiple families. I recently worked as a substitute teacher for FCPS. I have experience with every grade level from Pre-K to 7th grade. I also have a lot of experience with children who have special needs such as enhanced autism, learning disabilities,...
5.0
"Danielle was a godsend! She was more than our kids nanny, she was their mentor and friend. Her presence made the house seem full of life. Would hire her again in a heartbeat"
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5.0
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My joy is caring for children. My background of being a homeschool mom of four children, including a special needs child, and serving as an educational professional for over 10 years has given me extensive knowledge in childhood development. I thrive in creating a flexible schedule and working with boundaries to meet individual...
5.0
"Patty nannied our 2 year old daughter and was wonderful. She was always early, was a great communicator and accepts feedback well, and my daughter loved her! She was wonderful about connecting with other...
Reviewed by Allie H.
Taisa D.
Alexandria, VA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
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Hello , My name is Taisa , I am looking for job, I have experience watching Child and babies , I am very responsible and professional.
I have experience with special needs kids too , clean driving records .
5.0
"Taisa was a wonderful caregiver to my newborn daughter. She came with her own knowledge of caring for this age group but was also open to working together with me and the routines that I was setting on my own....
Reviewed by Cailin K.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Springfield, VA
Michelle D.
5.0
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 sit again and recommend her to others. She was punctual, a good communicator and very sweet with our daughter. Michelle took our baby through...
- Katie R.
Samantha A.
5.0
Sam is great with all types of kids and is super helpful around the house. She has been a fantastic babysitter and I can't wait to hire her again!
- Stephany W.
Bari F.
5.0
My girls loved Bari when she watched them for 2 days last month. She played lots of fun games with them and fun crafts. The girls can't wait until she babysits for us again.
- Susannah M.
Hannah L.
5.0
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 year due to COVID. She actively engages and plays with them. I can't begin to express how awesome she has been with them, I would highly...
- Amy G.
Victoria S.
5.0
Vicky has watched my children for several years now and is very dependable. She is excellent in taking initiative and making sure my children are cared for when I am not able to be with them. I feel confident that my children are safe and well taken care of when Vicky is watching them. Both of my...
- Casey M.
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Ratings for Springfield, VA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Springfield, VA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.