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Alexandra K.

Washington, DC

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$28/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello everyone! My name is Alex, and I am looking for a part-time position as a Nanny or Household manager. I would describe myself as an adventurous and warm-hearted nanny. -I am a professional nanny of 9+ years, with additional experience as a preschool teacher. - Infant care experience. -Experience with special needs...
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Fun Sitter And Aspiring Teacher

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 3 years of experience caring for special needs children and adults. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional tasks if requested. I am currently an adapted physical education teacher in DC. Personally, I'm...
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Nicole

Washington, DC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I really enjoy providing care for children. I have over 20 years of experience caring for children. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I have experience with special needs children. I am very flexible and proficient.
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Washington, DC

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi there! My name is Tamara , and I'm a current student at George Washington University, looking to teach after finishing my degree. I'm someone who genuinely loves working with kids and helping them shine in every environment. Over the years, I've gained hands-on experience as a substitute teacher, a one-on-one aide for...
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Washington, DC

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$30/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I recently stepped away from the classroom after teaching infants, toddlers and preschoolers since 2009. I have a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education Special Education, am a certified postpartum doula, and enrolled in a sleep consultant program. I'm passionate about caring for young children and helping them discover...
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Washington, DC

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Educator and Compassionate Caregiver With over 20 years of teaching and 3 years of child care experience, Haydee is a dedicated professional whose work has supported children and youth across diverse backgrounds, including autism and special needs. Her dual role as teacher and caregiver reflects a deep commitment to nurturing...
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Washington, DC

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Olivia. I'm a dependable, patient, and nurturing caregiver with hands on experience caring for children of different ages, including children with special needs. I take my role seriously and always make sure the children in my care feel safe, comfortable, and genuinely cared for. I'm naturally attentive and calm...
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Washington, DC

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I'm Savannah, a second-year neuroscience major at AU with aspirations of becoming a neuropsychologist. I am a caring, hardworking, and fun individual who genuinely enjoys working with children. I love helping kids learn new skills, grow emotionally, and feel supported through positive guidance. I began working with...
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Occasional Babysitter Who Doubles As A Speech Therapist!

Washington, DC

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
I have been working with children and occasionally babysitting since I was 13 years old. I transitioned between volunteering at my local library, helping at my neighborhood elementary school, babysitting and being a summer camp counselor throughout college and graduate school. Now, I'm a speech-language pathologist working with...
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Washington, DC

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$35/hr
6 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a mom too so I am professional license practical nurse who have work with special needs kids for 6 years and I am very patient
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Washington, DC

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
Being the light in a child's core memories is my passion. With three years of paid experience, I thrive on creating engaging and supportive environments. I am currently a Howard University student pursuing advertising. My background includes over 12 years of experience with all age groups of children, and some experience with...
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Washington, DC

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Aisha! I have been babysitting since I was 17, gaining experience with families of all sizes and children of various ages. Over multiple summers, I have nannied children between the ages of 2 and 7, but I genuinely enjoy working with kids of all ages. Additionally, growing up with an autistic brother and...
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Years Of Childcare Experience : 10

Washington, DC

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I was born in Cameroon and raised in France. My name is Emily I am outgoing, passionate, creative, caring, communicative, compassionate, honest, energetic, loving, trustworthy, patient, have great work ethic, and I love people (especially kids) ! I have lots of experience with kids, family, friends, I have worked with...
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Washington, DC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello Future Family! I'm Rae, a passionate childcare professional, youth mentor, and D. C. native with a Communications degree from Bowie State University. I have experience supporting children of all ages, including those with developmental delays, behavioral challenges, and special needs. I meet each child where they are and...
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After School Sitter, Weekends, & Tutor

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
I have babysat for special needs kids, for babies, for middle schoolers and kids of all needs! I have brought them to their practices and obligations and to school. I also train dogs to be guiding eye dogs, so I am super comfortable with pets. I am currently a data scientist. I have an MSA in Analytics. I have experience...
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Washington, DC

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$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have 3 years of experience nannying and 1 year of intense experience in special needs care. I am available to help with most daily needs. I have worked with kids diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder for the past year.
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Weekend Nanny

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! I am Christina, and I am currently a student at George Washington University. I offer child care, pet care, and household services. I love children and have been a babysitter/nanny since I was 15, working with multiple families including a special needs infant. I am Red Cross Certified for child care as well as CPR. I have...
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Washington, DC

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$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I've been babysitting for about 7 years since I finish high school, and before that I also worked with kids at summer camps. I enjoy doing activities outside, like going to the park, pool, roller skating, but painting and crafts sometimes are a good idea too! I'm a PCT, and studying health sciences for nursing. I'm qualified to...
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Washington, DC

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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Nurturing young minds is my passion. My 9 years of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11 have been incredibly rewarding. I hold a High School Degree, as well as certifications in First Aid Training and CPR Training. I am also trained in Early Childhood Education (ECE) and have a Child Development Associate (CDA)...
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Washington, DC

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, there! My name is Edie! I have a flexible schedule, I'm CPR Certified and trained in advanced child care. I'm currently a Salisbury University student studying elementary education with a minor in special education. I have been babysitting for over a year and have excellent references. Outside of babysitting I have lots of...
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  • The average post rate is $21.52/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6

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