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82 special needs caregivers are listed in Arlington, VA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Arlington, VA

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Bervely E.


Arlington, VA

$25-27/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

5.0

(4)

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have special need experience. I have volunteered in church daycare and summer camps. I have the patience and compassionate heart to do my service and make sure my service schedule matches your family needs. I have worked with two families whom I took care of their kids and did house work. I have experience with kids with...
5.0
"Highly recommend and will definitely use her again!"

Jessa B.

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Elena B.


Arlington, VA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Part - Time Caregiver

My experience with individuals with special needs is expansive. I have worked in group home settings for various age groups and support needs. I am experienced with alternative feeding, medication distribution, ambulation, bathroom assistance (showers, diapers, etc). I have had extensive experience with ASD, ADHD, and a variety...
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Adriana E.


Arlington, VA

$100/hr10 yrs exp

Extensive Background In Healthcare And Education

Academic background: 1) UCLA- Biochemistry, 2) George Mason University- Nursing. My hospital experience includes the ICU, surgery, interventional radiology, and dialysis, each of which afforded me invaluable firsthand knowledge of the many disparities in our healthcare system. My aim is to address those disparities through...
5.0
"Adriana is the most compassionate, endearing, ambitious individual and we are so fortunate to have worked with her. When my mom's degenerative neurological condition began to worsen, we quickly found ourselves overwhelmed with her care and day-to-day activities....

Helen H.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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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Shannel S.


Arlington, VA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Shannel, and I recently graduated from Rutgers University, New Brunswick in May 2018. I graduated with a bachelors degree in Public Health, and a completion of my minor in Spanish. For the past 4 years, I have been working as a certified nursing assistant, and I am CPR certified. I'm passionate about caring...
5.0
"So glad we found Shannel! She is dependable, always on time ans very comfortable with our daughter with special needs. "

Karen M.

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Gabriella C.


Arlington, VA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Excellent Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hey there! I have tons of experience working with children. I used to be a preschool teacher for 3 years at counterpoint preschool in Colorado Springs. I also worked as a behavioral support aide in Buffalo, New York at a school for special needs children aged 3-5 for 2 years. After that I went to school to be a respiratory...
Gabriella can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"I would really like to say she was horrible so we could keep her a secret, but she was outstanding! My 2 girls, ages 7 & 9, loved her. She did activities with them and they had so much fun! My husband and I found her very sweet and funny. 100% recommend her for...

Melissa A.

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Jasmine B.


Arlington, VA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Jasmine and I am currently a Rehabilitation Technician at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital. My dream is to one day open a Pediatric Occupational Therapy practice of my own. I absolutely love working with children and have more than 10 years of experience. Most of my experience has come from my great...
Jasmine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I am the mom of three rambunctious boys - ages 2, 11, and 12. Jasmine has served as a sitter for all three. Jasmine is the only sitter that my husband and I trust to have in our home to watch our boys. She is reliable, loving and very attentive. She loves...

Saad A.

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Gabrielle M.


Arlington, VA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator!!!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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.
Gabrielle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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 again!"

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Bari F.


Arlington, VA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Teacher, Part Time Babysitter!

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Bari can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Kaitlyn O.


Arlington, VA

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children of all ages since high school. While attending high school I took two years of early childhood education and worked as a student teacher in an elementary school in Arlington county. I am now attending college to become a special needs teacher. I deeply enjoy teaching and helping children learn...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I cannot recommend Kaitlyn highly enough. We hired Kaitlyn to watch our 5 month old (at the time) and she's been working with us for several months now. Kaitlyn is absolutely amazing with our little one by meeting her needs, being interactive and a great teacher....

Katia D.

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Shannel S.


Arlington, VA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a graduate from Rutgers University, New Brunswick in May 2018. I graduated with a bachelors degree in Public Health, and a completion of my minor in Spanish. I've completed an accelerated RN program in 2020 and now work as an RN in DC. I have been working In healthcare for over 5 years. I'm passionate about caring...
Shannel can also help with: Respite care, personal care, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"You cannot go wrong with picking Shannel. She's an excellent caregiver and companion. She's very passionate, empathetic, caring and I can tell she really enjoys what she does. Shannel took care of my 79 year old mom. She was always punctual, if she was running...

Rosaline S.

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Danitza R.


Arlington, VA

$15-20/hr

Part-time Companion/Caregiver Available

I am an upbeat person and I am very compassionate, encouraging, and trustworthy. I am motivated by helping others. Hence, the majority of my professional, volunteer, and academic experiences have been dedicated to educating and taking care of people. I have background taking care of children, teens, and adults with special...
Danitza can also help with: Respite care, visiting physician, personal care, live-in home care
5.0
"Danitza helped me greatly during and after a medical procedure I had done in August of 2018. Danitza visited me just after my surgery and even informed family members of the status of my condition after talking to nurses. Danitza provided excellent at home care...

Nick C.

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Kayla B.


Arlington, VA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Professional Child Care Provider With Experience With Children With Special Needs

I have worked with children with special needs going on my third year. It is one of the most amazing jobs and passions that I feel into and enjoy that every day is going to be a new adventure with them. The are special in the most amazing ways and enjoy every minute I am working with them.
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Lexie M.


Arlington, VA

$20-50/hr

Full Time Teacher, Interested In An After School Nanny/tutor Job.

I've been teaching for 3 years, with 10+ years of nannying experience. I specialize in elementary aged children and children with disabilities. Interested in a part time position.
Hi, I'm Samara! A young adult with experience taking care of adults and children with disabilities. In college at GMU, I was the chapter president of Best Buddies. Contact me anytime!
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Kaitlyn O.


Arlington, VA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

I am hoping to become a special needs teacher and have great experience with many different children. I have worked with deaf, autistic and disabled children. I am very passionate about all children and understand the patience and one on one care that children need. I love getting to know the children I work with and helping...
My passion for people is what makes me want to help them and make their lives easier. Early Childhood educator, Yoga teacher and currently and full-time nanny looking for job opportunities where I can keep building connections and helping people.
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Takita B.


Arlington, VA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Responsible Caregiver

Special needs women for a year I meal prep took her to the movies grocery store mall run we did a lot of fun things She just really wanted somebody to spend quality time with and I was the provider for that .. Also went on vacations together and shows ex.
I am a single mom to a beautiful almost 3-year-old who was recently diagnosed with autism. I had been caring for her full time until a year ago when I went back into work.
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Tyler B.


Arlington, VA

$22-50/hr3 yrs exp

Counseling Graduate Student With Much Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Tyler, and I'm currently a Graduate Student. I am offering child care, senior care, and household services. I have prior experience working with children who have various needs in the school and the home. I currently have availability accommodations that would need to flex around my school schedule, but my available...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Arlington, VA

Bervely E.

5.0

Beverly got the job done! she was very reliable and assisted me with getting in and out of surgery. I will use her again!

- Cheron B.

Adriana E.

5.0

Adriana is the most compassionate, endearing, ambitious individual and we are so fortunate to have worked with her. When my mom's degenerative neurological condition began to worsen, we quickly found ourselves overwhelmed with her care and day-to-day activities. Adriana went above and beyond from...

- Helen H.

Delmy R.

5.0

Delmy was great with my son, very warm and friendly. She has experience with ASD kids it would recommend her again

- Care member

Shannel S.

5.0

So glad we found Shannel! She is dependable, always on time ans very comfortable with our daughter with special needs.

- Karen M.

Gabriella C.

5.0

I would really like to say she was horrible so we could keep her a secret, but she was outstanding! My 2 girls, ages 7 & 9, loved her. She did activities with them and they had so much fun! My husband and I found her very sweet and funny. 100% recommend her for other families and hope to have her...

- Melissa A.

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Ratings for Arlington, VA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Arlington, VA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 29 reviews of the 82 listed special needs caregivers.