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Maria V.


Fairfax, VA

$25-28/hr • 4 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking For Full Time Position

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Hi! My name is Maria. I am looking nanny/babysitter position. I am 24 years old. I enjoy being outside, trying new recipes, and playing board games. I have lots of experience working with kids of all ages. Last school year, I worked as a 3rd grade teacher. In college I was a Summer Nanny for 3 summers/breaks to a family with...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Arielle G.


Centreville, VA

$40/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter, Caregiver, House Sitter, Etc.

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Arielle and I am a nationally certified Adapted Physical Education Teacher with a master's degree in Adapted Physical Activity, and a bachelor's degree in health and physical education. I recently left my job as an Adapted PE teacher in Fairfax County Public Schools. I left the school system because I want to have a...
5.0
"Arielle watched my teenage special needs son this past summer. She helped him with his morning routine and took him to summer camp. She was great with him and he really enjoyed their time together."

Mark S.

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Andrea D.


Annandale, VA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Dynamic Personal Support Attendant Available

**Special Needs Caregiver with 10+ Years of Experience Specializing in Autism, Cerebral Palsy, and Down Syndrome** With over a decade of experience, I am a dedicated special needs caregiver skilled in providing compassionate, personalized support for individuals with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, and Down Syndrome. I specialize in...
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Areli H.


Manassas, VA

$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapist

Currently working as a behavioral therapist with knowledge in ABA therapy used to work with children of various ages who fall on the Autism spectrum as well as children with other disorders (i. e Down Syndrome)
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Danielle D.


Annandale, VA

$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hello my name is Danielle and I am a 19 yr old student. I have 19 yrs worth of experience with the disabled as my aunt has Down syndrome and I currently live with her. I have spent time volunteering with the special needs department in high school along with my local church's special needs outreach program. I'll make sure your...
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Aida G.


Chantilly, VA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am currently retired from Fairfax County Public schools , which I worked for the last 23 plus years at Kilmer center . I have 23 plus years experience with the fallowing: feeding tubes, seizures, down syndrome , learning disabilities and almost all special needs children . I am also the mother of 5 grown children , who some...
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Gabrielle S.


Burke, VA

$11-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm gabby and I would love to work as your babysitter! I have experience working as a summer camp counselor (which means I am child and infant CPR certified) with kids of all different ages and backgrounds! I also have 3 years worth of experience working with children with special needs such as autism (verbal and non...
Gabrielle can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jessica G.


Falls Church, VA

$16-50/hr • 11 yrs exp

About Me

Hi there! My name is Jess, and I would love the opportunity to provide childcare to your family. I'm a graduate of George Mason University, and I'm currently in nursing school. I'm also a nursing assistant for a local hospital, and I have 11 years of paid babysitter/nanny experience in Virginia and out of state as well. I...
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Maria T.


Manassas, VA

$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part-time Care

I'm a mental health therapist for children and adolescents looking for part-time or occasional work as a babysitter. I have worked as a nanny for children of all ages with various disabilities including Autism, Down's Syndrome, and Muscular Dystrophy for the past almost 8 years. I am hard-working, patient, kind, and I have...

Ismael A.


Springfield, VA

$20-25/hr

Caregiver For Special Needs

I'm currently a caregiver to a boy with Down syndrome and looking for a morning part time job. I play semi professional soccer so I know a lot about sports. I think I would be a great fit for this position. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach back out, thank you!
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Margery D.


Gaithersburg, MD

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

4.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had experience being a nanny for children aged 3 months to 12 years. I have babysat families with multiples and as well as children with special needs. I tutored children for many years and I used to be a swim instructor for children under 10. I have two sets of young twins in my family and I have many cousins that I have...
Margery can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

4.0
"Did not interview with her, no information to submit."

Lisa F.

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Margery D.


Gaithersburg, MD

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a passion for working with people with special needs. Growing up, I was very involved and close with my brother who has Down Syndrome. Before I started teaching, I was a Job Coach for adults with disabilities helping my clients thrive at their jobs.
5.0
"She is delightful and very caring. She understands the needs of our family and is happy to help us as we need her."

Charles A.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a younger brother who has down syndrome. We are 2. 5 years apart, and growing up (4 out of 5 kids) him & I were the closest. I did any and everything for him! From walks, to feeding, playing, showering, taking care of everything you can think of. He has cancer for 4 years at 5 years old, and our entire lives changed. He...
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Gabriella C.


Arlington, VA

$10-15/hr

Part Time Caregiver

In college I majored in Communicative Science Disorders and have a variety of knowledge about autism, down syndrome, dysphasia and more. I worked with special needs children during my senior year of college where I assisted a speech language pathologist in diagnosing and treating child patients. I want to continue working with...
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Maria H.


Ashburn, VA

$10-15/hr

Part Time Caregiver Available

I have worked with special needs children diagnosed with down syndrome for 2 years. I work with Occupational Therapists and Speech Therapists and am currently learning American Sign Language. I enjoy working with infants and have 4 adult/teenage children of my own.
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Charlotte M.


Washington, DC

$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

I have been working with people with special needs for eight years. I have worked as a paraprofessional in Massachusetts for three years, in both a one-on-one setting and a community setting. In addition, I have extensive experience working with people with Down Syndrome. I am passionate about advocacy for this community, and...
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Faith B.


Herndon, VA

$13-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

I am in college studying to be a special education teacher. I have babysat for special needs kids in the past and have personal experience with Autism and Down Syndrome. I also worked with special needs teenagers as a student intern at Herndon High School this past year. I have a good amount of knowledge when it comes to caring...
I worked in a school with students who's ages range from 3-15 with special needs. I worked as an aide for students with autism, Down syndrome, turrets syndrome, ADD, and ADHD. I am currently working as a behavior technician with ABA training.
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Kathryn M.


Bristow, VA

$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available

I have been caring for children for about 7 years now. I have experience with children between the ages of 3 months and 10 years old. I also have 4 years special needs experience. I am a registered attendant through public partnerships. I have experience with Down syndrome and cerebral palsy.
Kathryn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Darren R.


Washington, DC

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Full-time Or Part-time Caregiver

I have spent the last two years working with children and adults with special needs. I have experience working with people diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down syndrome, OCD, and nonverbal children. I have a passion for this population and I am currently pursuing a Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis.

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Fairfax, VA

Arielle G.

5.0

Arielle was a fantastic personal care assistant for me. I am a quadriplegic, and she helped me with all of my activities of daily living, including dressing, showering, exercising, meal prep, and eating. She was always on time and made sure that I was comfortable and safe throughout my day. She is a...

- Sandra A.

Margery D.

4.0

Did not interview with her, no information to submit.

- Lisa F.

Margery D.

5.0

She is delightful and very caring. She understands the needs of our family and is happy to help us as we need her.

- Charles A.

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