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Amina N.


Dumfries, VA

$20-40/hr

Autism Behavior Therapies, Writer, Human Rights Activist, And Cultural Event Organizer.

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Autism Behavior Therapies, Writer, human rights activist, and cultural event organizer. I have the ability to work with children, and I am also capable in household tasks. Additionally, I have good experience in administrative work and buying and selling. and I hold a CPR certification. I have worked with children for a very...
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Madeleine T.


Dumfries, VA

$13-15/hr8 yrs exp

Summer Nanny/Babysitter

I am a responsible and energetic teacher who loves to work with children! I have my Masters in Education K-6. I am capable of doing tutoring, summer reading, projects, experiments, and field trips in our area! I have babysat from ages 4-12 since I was about 14 years old. I am CPR certified. I have extensive experience with...
Madeleine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Meikel T.


Dumfries, VA

$20-23/hr4 yrs exp

Hi all. I am an experienced nanny with experience in private nannying, general education, and special needs. I am open to babysitting as well as light house work if needed.
Meikel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Josefina R.


Dumfries, VA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hi parents! I am a caring, organized, energetic, and responsible career nanny with over 10 years experience in childcare (6 as a professional nanny). I have had parents tell me time and again that I meet and exceed their expectations of what a nanny is, and I'm proud to have worked with some wonderful families. Some of my...
Josefina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hello, my name is Stephenie and I am a Certified and Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA). Occupational therapy is teaching or enabling others to continue to do everyday activities or what is important to them in a new or different way. My training is in self-care, personal care, feeding, mobility, body mechanics,...
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Kafayat A.


Dumfries, VA

$15-31/hr10 yrs exp

Student Nurse. Provide personal care, including bathing and grooming, including oral care. Assist the client with dressing and undressing. Assist the client with toileting activities. Assist in feeding the client, if necessary. Feed clients who are unable to feed themselves. Take and record vital signs (temperature, pulse,...
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Evelyn O.


Manassas, VA

$22-25/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Evelyn I studied Environmental and Sustainability at GMU. I grew up with a brother who has special needs, so I have had experience caring for an individual with special needs my whole life! I also have experience caring for children ages 5-11. I am reliable, patient, focused, and organized. Additionally, I speak...
Evelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My boys love Evelyn! Would have her back in a heartbeat! She is so dependable and such as lovely soul. Evelyn is one of the kindest people I know."

Lamia S.

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Evelyn L.


Manassas, VA

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

Special Need Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am compassionate, caring and extremely patient with everyone I have a lot experience with people with special needs . Easy to talk and very attentive person Many years of experience working with special needs students with Prince William County School Boards with different backgrounds of students and private families with...
4.0
"I am a FTM and was severely sleep deprived when I called Evelyn for help. She could sense the despair in my voice and came over that day. She subsequently helped me briefly during the summer and I'm so grateful for her support. She is a calming force and very good...

Lindsay R.

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Lindsey S.


Woodbridge, VA

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Educator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with Special Needs High School students (2015-2019). I have taken them to specials such as art and PE, I have sat and monitored them during lunch, I have helped them with their annual play they put on every year for the school, I have helped them with their reading and assignments worked on in class,...
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Jill K.


Woodbridge, VA

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny With Over 20 Years Of Child Care Experience.

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Jill. I am a nanny and a DONA trained post partum doula. I have experience with multiples, preemies, special needs children, neurotypical and neuroatypical folks, newborns - teens. I am available for part time work in the afternoons, as well as occasional weeknights, late evenings/date nights, overnights, and...
Jill can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jill is an experienced, flexible, patient, and attentive caregiver. She expertly navigates the delicate balance of simultaneously juggling an older child's request for playtime with a younger child's demands to be snuggled -- it's quite impressive. She indulges...

Ian D.

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Ruth S.


Woodbridge, VA

$30-42/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I hope this message finds you well. I have experience in many areas. I am Bi-lingual I speak Spanish fluently, I was a substitute teacher at PWCS with all kinds of wonderful kids. I've teach from kindergarten to fifth grade to special needs kids. I also love cleaning and organizing. I have a couple of elderly customers...
Ruth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ruth was an amazing care giver to my children. They love her so much. She came up with many new fun activities for my kids. She's great with engaging kids into Montessori learning. She's bilingual in Spanish which is a plus! She's very sweet & kind. She's very...

Hellen H.

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Evelyn L.


Manassas, VA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Kids Happy Nanny :-)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi Care Families! I'm Evelyn, 47 from Peru. I've lived in Nokesville, VA for 9years. I have 2 daughters, 19 & 13 years old. I speak Spanish/English. I've been working as an Attendant with Special needs kids, I'm fully vaccinated. I have Pediatric/Adult First Aid/CPR/AED (American Red Cross). I absolutely love caring for...
Evelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Evelyn was a great help when I needed someone the most. She made it to the two locations on time and got to work right away, asked me all the important questions. She was able to make me feel comfortable as it was the first time having someone watch my 4 month old....

Simranpreet K.

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Zurie R.


Woodbridge, VA

$13-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a stay at home mom to two amazing little boys, ages 4y and 15 months. I have seven years experience in the educational field. I was a substitute teacher for 4 years. Then I taught Special Education for 3 years. Lastly, I was an instructional assistant in a Preschool Autism classroom for 4 years. I also babysat...
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Kyah R.


Woodbridge, VA

$15-18/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kyah. I have over six years of experience and have a 2-year-old daughter myself. I have volunteered at a church daycare and also have experience with special needs children. I am CPR certified, and Covid vaccinated. I also have my CNA license. I love to teach children, do crafts and activities, play outside and...
Kyah can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kyah is very caring, patient and loving. She gave me updates via text, which was a nice way to keep me updated on our baby's activities. Highly recommend!"

Care member

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Jane S.


Woodbridge, VA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced (fully Vaccinated)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I'm a certified teacher passionate about helping families. With extensive experience in supporting children with diverse needs, from developmental delays to behavioral challenges, I believe in fostering growth through diverse experiences. Proficient in implementing IEP goals and accommodations, I take pride in assisting...
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Iris G.


Woodbridge, VA

$28-35/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Pet Friendly Senior Care Provider

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a decade of experience, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My calm and patient nature, coupled with my creativity and friendly approach, allows me to connect with children on a meaningful level. I believe in open communication with parents and...
Iris can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Iris is awesome. She was very patient with me as this was my first time using the service. She made my date night worries free and I was so happy with her work. 100% would hire again."

Heidi R.

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Sharon E.


Woodbridge, VA

$20-23/hr9 yrs exp

Care Giver/ Companion/Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I went to nursing school to become a certified nursing assistance. I worked in a assisted living home for a year in the 90's. I currently am working on weekends with a client whom I've been with for 8 yrs now. I also am working with another client on Sunday only and I have been with her for 1 year. It is my passion to pursue my...
Sharon can also help with: Mobility assistance, personal care, dementia, companionship, meal prep
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Sharon worked with my mother for approximately 2 years before she went into a senior living facility. Caring fro someone with Parkinson's and PSP is a difficult task but Sharon handled it like a pro. Sharon was compassionate and was always positive about things and...

Christine G.

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Mercedes M.


Woodbridge, VA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny With 20+ Years Experience Seeking FT Employment

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have experience caring for kids from infants to toddlers, teenagers, and to special needs children over the last 20+ years. As a care giver, I have provided tender care for newborns, worked with parents' preferences to create an interactive/dynamic environment for toddlers and grade-school children, and I also enjoy teaching...
Mercedes can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Mercedes was the best nanny we had before our family was stationed away from the DC area. She was an excellent caretaker to our twin boys and even taught them a bit of Spanish and she quickly became a nurturer to our baby girl from birth up until she was 4 years...

Diana M.

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Lorraine W.


Woodbridge, VA

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Care Provider

Hello my name is Lorraine and I am a professional care giver with over 20 years combined experience specializing in serving special needs adults. References can be provided. I live locally in Woodbridge and like to work with my companion shitzu, a little 8 lb girl with pink ears, when it works. She is medicine herself! I would...
5.0
"Lorraine W. is our favorite! I had hired her multiple times. She has Cared for my 4 children and has pet sit and watched my home and Has Watched and taken care of my special needs brother . Lori is very dependable and reliable! Lori is just wonderful! Give her a...

Tiffany Lorraine C.

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Jessica F.


Woodbridge, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been caring for children since I was a child. I had many family members to watch including my special needs older sister. I have nannied for families and always been active in babysitting whether it be professional or for friends. I now have two boys of my own, 7 and 5 years old. My 5-year-old is on the spectrum and with...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"After meeting with Jessica we were VERY impressed with her. She is a responsible, caring individual that anyone would be lucky to have as their nanny. We called all of her references and they had nothing but wonderful things to say about her. She arrived on time...

Meredith S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dumfries, VA

Evelyn O.

5.0

My boys love Evelyn! Would have her back in a heartbeat! She is so dependable and such as lovely soul. Evelyn is one of the kindest people I know.

- Lamia S.

Evelyn L.

4.0

I am a FTM and was severely sleep deprived when I called Evelyn for help. She could sense the despair in my voice and came over that day. She subsequently helped me briefly during the summer and I'm so grateful for her support. She is a calming force and very good with babies! I would trust her to...

- Lindsay R.

Jill K.

5.0

We used Jill for short-term care while we were looking for a replacement full-time nanny for our 9 month old baby for several weeks and may use her as an occasional back-up sitter in the future. Jill is very friendly and personable, and is great with the baby. Jill is very experienced, reliably...

- Lisa M.

Ruth S.

5.0

Ruth was an amazing care giver to my children. They love her so much. She came up with many new fun activities for my kids. She's great with engaging kids into Montessori learning. She's bilingual in Spanish which is a plus! She's very sweet & kind. She's very flexible and super responsible, I can...

- Hellen H.

Evelyn L.

5.0

We are so happy to have found Evelyn. We have a son with special needs and we found Evelyn to be compassionate, sweet, reliable and very trustworthy. My husband and I were able to enjoy a rare night out knowing our son and other children were safe and sound.

- Karen C.

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