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82 special needs caregivers are listed in Arlington, VA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Arlington, VA

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Madeline W.


Arlington, VA

$35/hr8 yrs exp

Summer Nannying Available!

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Hi! My name is Maddie and I am graduating early from University. and am looking to babysit before starting my corporate job in Summer 2025! My schedule during the week will be pretty open but please note that I will be going on a few trips during this time. I have babysat my entire life as well as working in pre-schools,...
Madeline can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Delmy Objective To obtain a job as a new challenge in life and to complete all goals; work conscientiously using all education, skills, and work experience to be an asset to the company. Experience 8/2017- Present Abingdon Elementary- Arlington Public School Arlington, VA. Teacher Assistant SPED (Autism, Down syndrome,...
Skills:

First Aid

I'd describe my personality as resourceful, patient, and communicative. I'm looking for a job that needs me to look after 1-2 children during the morning through afternoons 4 days a week. I like to do activities with kids to keep them active and can also take them and pick them up from school. I have experience with working...
Piper can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Peyton J.


Arlington, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny & Babysitter

As the oldest of three girls, I have always enjoyed being around and taking care of children. I started my first nannying position in 2012 over a summer period, and from there I have worked with many families over the years as well as in childcare at Lifetime Fitness. I have worked with all ages, special needs children,...
Peyton can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Heloise J.


Arlington, VA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Wonderful Sitter And Happy Teacher

Hi Everyone, My name is Heloise and I am a very careful person, kind, patient, easygoing, communicative, observant, and hard work, I have more than 9 years of experience taking care of children and babies, from newborns (15 days) to teenagers. Also, Young adults with special needs are in wheelchairs and on Spectrum. I have a...
Heloise can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Mariane M.


Arlington, VA

$27/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny Position.

Flexible schedule mon to Wednesday. For the past seven years, I have dedicated my career to working with children with special needs, providing personalized care and support. My experience spans across various developmental and physical challenges, and I am passionate about creating a nurturing environment where every child...
Mariane can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Alleana A.


Arlington, VA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Creator

I am a responsible, high-energy, nurturing, and passionate individual. Working with children is one of my joys in life! I have 6years of experience. I have experience working in a daycare as an assistant teacher and as a personal respite caregiver for special needs children. I make it a priority that the children have a fun time...
Alleana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Sarah O.


Arlington, VA

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter And/or Petsitter

My name is Sarah and I have had 5 years of experience babysitting and petsitting. I grew up in Arlington, VA where I first began babysitting when I was a senior in high school. I continued to babysit/petsit over Summer's and breaks as I truly love to be around kids. I am comfortable with any pets and I have experience with...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kayla B.


Arlington, VA

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Been Working With Kids From High School To Present Job

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced babysitter who has been working with children since high school. I currently just moved to the area to start my LPC job in private practice. My undergrad was in Psychology and Child and Family Sciences and masters in Counseling Psychology. I currently work in private practice with children, as well as have...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Elizabeth M.


Arlington, VA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter - I'll Hold Down The Fort For Your Weekend Or Weeknight Out!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have years of experience with kids of all ages and regularly work with children with special needs. I am also a swim instructor/ swim coach so in the summer I love taking kids to the pool and I can give swim lessons too! I'm not afraid to get messy and have some fun.
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Josephina J.


Arlington, VA

$18-50/hr12 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Josephina, but I go by Emma to most people. I am currently a restaurant manager in Tyson's Corner working Wednesday - Sunday 9-5. I have been in child care since I was 12 years old ranging from babysitting to summer camps to working with special needs children. I'd describe my personality as fun, bubbly, and...
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Emma R.


Arlington, VA

$12-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

I have been caring for children all my life, as I am the second-oldest of a family of 8! I have experience babysitting children of all ages. I have several years of experience caring for individuals with special needs at a respite care facility, and at summer camp. I have been a nurse for 2 years in both the hospital and summer...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

For the past seven years, I have dedicated my career to working with children with special needs, providing personalized care and support. My experience spans across various developmental and physical challenges, and I am passionate about creating a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. I focus on understanding...
Mariane can also help with: Dementia, errands, transportation, meal prep
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Peyton P.


Arlington, VA

$25-35/hr1 yrs exp

Registered Nurse (ICU)

Mu adult care journey started during Covid-19 where I largely cared for geriatric patients of surrounding nursing home and memory care communities. While earning my BSN degree, I volunteered with rehab facilities and adult special needs residential communities. Now, as an ICU Registered Nurse, I serve and care for adults who are...
Peyton can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services

Narintorn U.


Arlington, VA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced nanny with more than 15 years of experience, including 10 years caring for a special needs child with significant medical needs. After graduating with a Bachelor's degree in English education in Thailand and working for three years as a teacher, I moved to the US and initially spent two years with a family as...
Narintorn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Narin cared for our infant daughter as part of a nanny share and we have only positive things to say about her! Narin is so loving, attentive, and patient - she read to our baby all the time, took her outside every day, and made her feel secure, safe, and loved....

Katie M.

I helped a boy with autism, who I potty trained, taught his delayed speech, how to feed himself and taught himself control in moment of unhappiness. I also helped with a girl with multiple sclerosis, who I potty trained, worked with her walking exercise without walker tools, taught her to write, read and arts. We are very close...

Michelle B.


Arlington, VA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Disability Community And Senior Citizens Assistance

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am respectful, patient, meticulous, trustworthy and a reliable worker with more than 16 years of work experience. I would like to submit my resume with my work history and former employer references. Thanks

Hannah S.


Arlington, VA

$12-18/hr

Babysitter Available

-Worked for a camp run by Little Friends for Peace. Worked as a Jr. Counselor, kitchen worker, and aftercare provider -Volunteering 3 days a week for a special needs preschool class, at Drew Modal School -Volunteered on a weekly basis for several years at the Unitarian Universal Church of Arlington, in the nursery and in a...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Astride O.


Arlington, VA

$21-28/hr5 yrs exp

Highly Experienced, French And German Speaking

I am a cheerful, positive and respectful person. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs. I am someone who loves the outdoors and believe that too much TV is never a good thing. Playing outside, playing games and encouraging children to use their imagination is...
Astride can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. With over a decade of experience caring for children of all ages, I have a proven track record of providing a safe, nurturing environment where kids can thrive. I'm a patient and calm individual with a creative and imaginative...

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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.