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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

swimming supervision

travel

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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Ainsley T.

Christian Child Care Provider

Fort Washington, MD

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

meal prep

Hi, I have been taking care of children for over 15 years. This has included special needs children. I am willing to travel a short distance from my house. Please let me know what you need. We have a dog and a cat in our home. I love photography and music. I also enjoy different languages and learning new things. I like to be...

Sheandinita D. says "I hired Ainsley for childcare for my then 15 month old. Unfortunately my daughter did not engage well during the visit but it had nothing to do with...

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Kumba K.

Upper Marlboro, MD

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience

Hi, My name is Kumba have been working in group home / special Needs for past 10 years, I enjoy helping others and recognize this type of role requires patience and compassion as well as an ability to adapt to the continually changing needs of those I assist. I have worked with autistic children inside and outside classroom. As...

Care Member says "Kumba helped take care of my mom while she was very sick. She was wonderful, helpful and did things before you even asked her. Always so caring and went...

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Cierra H.

Part Time Care Giver

Washington, DC

from: $18/hr

5 years experience

Travel

craft assistance

swimming supervision

I care for children I work at a school as a paraprofessional where I assist special needs children and young teens with their daily goals which I have done for five years as of now and I'm available evenings and sundays as well

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Lethukuthula A.

Best Babysitter.

Alexandria, VA

from: $25/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 17 families in your area

Carpooling

swimming supervision

travel

light cleaning

craft assistance

+ 1 more

Children have always held a special place in my heart, and it once saddened me to hear that my love for them might mean I wouldn't have my own. Thankfully, that turned out to be a myth. I dedicated 40 hours a week to caring for two children each year, helping them with their daily routines, preparing meals, creating activities,...

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Georgina A.

Gina A Fort Washington, MD. From $25 Per Hour

Fort Washington, MD

from: $25/hr

3 years experience

Companionship

live-in home care

meal prep

hospice services

dementia

+ 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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Catherine H.

Experienced College Student Looking To Help Out A Sweet Family This Summer!

Alexandria, VA

from: $25/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Carpooling

meal prep

swimming supervision

grocery shopping

craft assistance

+ 1 more

Hello! I'm a current college senior who has lived in the NOVA area for the last few years and has had extensive childcare experience. I first started watching children in high school through my church nursery and for family friends and then have continued childcare into my time here in VA. I've worked with infants all the way up...

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Irene S.

Healthy, Active Senior Available To Help However!

Alexandria, VA

from: $13/hr

Errands

meal prep

Raised two healthy children who are now grown. Worked for Alexandria City Schools as a substitute teacher, and then full time with assorted ages and special needs. See myself filling in for a permanent care provider who is going on vacation or is sick. Available to help with meals, temporary companionship, babysit for parents...

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Shelly-ann C.

CNA Full Time/ Part Time

Upper Marlboro, MD

from: $20/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Craft assistance

travel

I am a CNA with over 16 years of experience, helping anyone who needs my help. As a child caregiver I am highly competent, trustworthy, energetic and reliable, extremely patient and have a terrific personality. I bring a service focused and hard working attitude to any job, while providing high quality service to child and...

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Ashlyn D.

Alexandria, VA

from: $20/hr

2 years experience

I'm a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My two years of experience have given me the skills and confidence to create a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages. I believe in open and honest communication with parents, and I'm comfortable...

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Jamila D.

Available Full-Time For Companionship, Light Housekeeping And Meal Prepping

Washington, DC

from: $24/hr

10 years experience

Visiting nurse

home modification

personal care

I am a former CNA who has over a decade of hands on experience in healthcare. I am passionately dedicated to the care of seniors and special needs individuals. For years I have worked closely with adults living with special needs, Alzheimer's and dementia, as well as physical ailments (both acute and chronic). I am familiar with...

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Samuel A.

Certified Med Tech & Experienced House Manager And Senior & Special Needs Care Specialist

Upper Marlboro, MD

from: $20/hr

3 years experience

Errands

transportation

light cleaning

meal prep

I have provided dedicated home health support to seniors/young adults for two years, focusing on well-being and independence. I also have extensive experience supporting adults with intellectual disabilities, where I was promoted to House Manager of two group homes. This background makes conflict resolution and managing complex...

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Lisa I.

Alexandria, VA

from: $22/hr

1 year experience

Companionship

meal prep

mobility assistance

home modification

errands

+ 1 more

Making a difference in someone's life is my calling, and I'm dedicated to supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. As a compassionate and patient caregiver with a college degree and one year of experience, I strive to be both friendly and approachable. I'm skilled in providing transportation, running...

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Judy P.

Accokeek, MD

from: $12/hr

10 years experience

My skills include SPECIAL NEEDS CARE: DEMENTIA/ALZHEMER' CARE. BEHAVIORAL HEALTH. AND MENTAL HEALTH. 20 years experience " CERTIFICATION: CNA, GNA, MED TECH. AND FIRST AID/ CPR.

Ava W.

Alexandria, VA

from: $16/hr

10 years experience

Hi! I have over 25 years of experience with infants, toddlers, pre-teens, and young adults. My background is Administration in Higher Education for 15. 5 years. I also served as a Alexandria City Crossing Guard for 3 years for The Alexandria City Public School system. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision...

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Jesslyn C.

CHILD CARE ASSISTANT | BABYSITTER I NANNY

Upper Marlboro, MD

from: $40/hr

2 years experience

Travel

light cleaning

meal prep

Compassionate and dependable Child Care Assistant, Babysitter, and Inclusion Staff member with experience supporting children of varying ages, abilities, and developmental needs. Skilled in child safety, engaging activity planning, special needs support, and positive behavior guidance. Committed to creating a safe, nurturing,...

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Daisha C.

Temple Hills, MD

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Carpooling

light cleaning

travel

craft assistance

meal prep

Hi there! I'm 28 and have spent over 13 years working with children and youth, including 10+ years as a professional nanny and household manager. I love creating safe, engaging environments where kids feel supported and excited to learn. whether that's homework help, creative play, or an after-school chess lesson (I'm an...

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Felecia A.

Loving And Committed Caregiver/CNA

Upper Marlboro, MD

from: $27/hr

5 years experience

I have experience working at a group home for people with developmental disabilities. I prepared meals, assisted with hygiene needs, transport and attend doctor appointments, assist with feeding, schedule community outings, light cleaning, and medication administration, and numerous other duties to help with daily life.

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Michael P.

Alexandria, VA

from: $30/hr

35 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Companionship

meal prep

mobility assistance

errands

dementia

+ 1 more

I'll start with my most recent job. I am caring for a friend's 88-year-old father with dementia 2 days a week. Prior to that I was caregiving for a very dear family friend, 92, (she was a friend of 45 years) and her 63-year-old special needs son from December 2019 to July 2021. She was wheelchair bound at that point. I'd take...

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Deja J.

Washington, DC

from: $20/hr

Errands

transportation

light cleaning

meal prep

Hi, I'm Deja. I'm 28 years of age and I am a licensed DSP, I'm also CPR certified and I love working for seniors and individuals that has special needs. I'm willing to provide professional references and documentation if needed so please feel free to ask me for those and I'll send them over right away. Thanks for taking the time...

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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $21.00/hr as of October 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Waldorf, MD

Special Needs Caregivers in Waldorf, MD are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Hannah L.

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...

- Amy G.

Ainsley T.

I hired Ainsley for childcare for my then 15 month old. Unfortunately my daughter did not engage well during the visit but it had nothing to...

- Sheandinita D.

Kumba K.

Kumba helped take care of my mom while she was very sick. She was wonderful, helpful and did things before you even asked her. Always so...

- Care member

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