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We have 60 special needs caregivers in Fairfax, VA! Compare and hire the best special needs caregiver to fit your needs.
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Find special needs caregivers in Fairfax, VA that you’ll love
60 special needs caregivers are listed in Fairfax, VA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Fairfax, VA
Alicia T.
Fairfax, VA
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a special education teacher with a master degree in education. I've been working with special needs children inside the school system and also outside. I have many references available.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a bible camp counselor and tutor. I taught Math, History and English. A good portion of children I worked with had behavioral, processing, executive or cognitive disorders and required a particular, special touch.
I'm very giggly and sweet but believe in discipline, I maintain a loving yet firm nature about me. It's very...
5.0
"Corrin was a camp counselor and tutor with us. She was very good with the kids and they all loved her. Unfortunately our organization no longer allows women to teach due to personal beliefs but loved her while we had her."
Kenny B.
Viviana R.
Fairfax, VA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Have Been Working With Two Wonderful Autistic Little Boys For The Past 3 Years.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love children. It has been been my calling to be around them. I have been taking care of children since 1992. I am 53-year-old woman born in Chile but raised in the United States. I consider myself very loving, patient and gentle.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mother with beautiful postive energy and I love helping and caring for other in category of Children, seniors and Special Needs people
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My son loved Olivia, she was so warm and and very easy for him to open up to. I look forward to seeing Olivia again!"
Briggs B.
Alicia T.
Fairfax, VA
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a teacher with a lot of experience with children, adults and special needs children, I have all the references you need.
Alicia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We love Alicia. She is wonderful with our daughter who requires a lot of care due to her cerebral palsy. Alicia is so patient with her. She keeps our daughter engaged and is 100% mentally present when they are together."
Victoria S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ariana and I will be attending law school this upcoming fall! I am currently only looking for jobs that consist of occasional child care, such as date nights, week-day evenings, or a daytime weekend. As the oldest sibling of four, I have always watched over children. I have been babysitting for a little over six...
Ariana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Katherine H.
Fairfax, VA
$25-34/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/Nanny Looking For Occasional Jobs
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Katie!
I have 7 years of babysitting experience and have spent the past 3 spring/summers as a nanny. I have experience watching 4 kids at a time, including twins, and working with kids with special needs! I'm Red Cross certified in babysitting, adult/pediatric/infant First Aid, CPR, and AED.
Some activities I love...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I highly recommend Katie: she was really sweet and caring with my 6 years old and he had a really good time this her. "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Imoni! I have 11 years of childcare experience that expands across all age groups (including families of multiples and individuals with special needs). I also have a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and previously worked at 2 outpatient pediatric therapy clinics. I currently work part-time and am occasionally...
Imoni can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hands down, Imoni is ONE in a million! Her warm and caring spirit is such a positive force for our family. Her communication style is professional and thorough, and her play style with our toddler is imaginative and energetic. We are so grateful for Imoni's care...
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Sophia S.
Fairfax, VA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am currently attending college at Virginia Tech and double majoring in Psychology and Philosophy. I truly enjoy working with children and am seeking a nanny position for the summer! I am fully vaccinated for Covid-19.
My past experiences include babysitting for a family with three children (ages 3 to 9), working as a...
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We had Sophia as a full time nanny from when my daughter was around 7 months - 11 months old. She was great with her - very responsible, communicative, and trustworthy. My daughter has some medical complexities that required Sophia to learn some special things for...
Rachel T.
4.4
(7)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Rachel and I am interested in babysitting for your family. I have lots of experience with children of all ages including babies, toddlers, young children, teens, and special needs children and I now have my own little one born in April 2023. I started babysitting in high school and have never stopped. After...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"My kids just love Rachel! She is super sweet and dependable. Rachel has been babysitting for my family for our occasional date nights for almost a year now. I always have peace of mind knowing my two boys are in good hands when I leave the house."
Maria F.
I am a full time special teacher licensed in early childhood special education (birth-5 years) and general education prek-3rd grade.
I have 7+ years of teaching early childhood special education, with 3+ years of experience as a developmental specialist with early intervention services (birth-3 years).
Hello! My name is Jessie. I am a 24-year-old grad student at GMU working on getting my Masters in Special Education (expecting to be done May 2021). I have a range of experience working with college aged individuals with disabilities as well as working with elementary aged students with disabilities both in an educational...
I am a full time teacher I'm Fairfax county. I have been teaching high school special education for the past 4 years and I've taught K-12. I am also very active and also coach basketball. I am CPR and first aid AED certified , a non-smoker as well as have my own transportation.
I am a student at George Mason university I am an creating my own major therapeutic recreation and human services I am 26 years old. I have been in the human services field for about 5 years now. I have worked in group homes, teaching daily life skills to individual with developmental disabilities. Been a live in aide about 3...
Morgan E.
Fairfax, VA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Morgan and I am available as a caregiver for children/adults with disabilities. I recently graduated from George Mason University with a degree in special education with a concentration in the adapted curriculum for severe and multiple disabilities. I currently work as an elementary special education teacher in an...
Jakiya B.
Fairfax, VA
$17-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
My name is jakiya I have a brother who is on the spectrum with adhd and autism also speech delay who I helped raise his whole life I also was a lead teacher at a preschool that I been at for 2 years I have plenty of experience with special needs and children and I have a lot of energy and love to do come up with fun activities
Francesca D.
Fairfax, VA
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a special education teacher looking for meaningful part time work this summer. I have 5 years teaching experience working with some amazing kids, teens, and young adults as well as a brother with an intellectual disability who is a pro at pushing me out of my comfort zone, keeping me positive, and teaching me new things.
Meredith B.
Fairfax, VA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I'm currently a student at University of Richmond looking to babysit part time. I have had experience caring for my non-verbal family member with autism. I would love to help your family out!
Hello! My name is Anna, and I am a recent VCU graduate with a bachelor's in biology. I plan on pursuing my Master's degree soon. I am a certified medical assistant and currently working full time. I am passionate about providing high quality care to loved ones and creating a supportive, safe environment. With patient centered...
Katherine H.
Fairfax, VA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Katie!
I have 7 years of babysitting experience and a year of nanny experience! I have experience watching 4 kids at a time, experience with twins, and about 3 years of experience watching kids with special needs! I also have over 100 hours of volunteering with kids and adults with special needs including ADHD, Down...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fairfax, VA
Corrin C.
5.0
Corrin was a camp counselor and tutor with us. She was very good with the kids and they all loved her. Unfortunately our organization no longer allows women to teach due to personal beliefs but loved her while we had her.
- Kenny B.
Olivia B.
5.0
Olivia was great when I was in need of last minute coverage!
- Danielle G.
Alicia T.
5.0
We love Alicia. She is wonderful with our daughter who requires a lot of care due to her cerebral palsy. Alicia is so patient with her. She keeps our daughter engaged and is 100% mentally present when they are together.
- Victoria S.
Katherine H.
5.0
I hired Katie to babysit on short notice my 9 month old baby who hasn't had a babysitter before. She arrived on time and was wonderful with him. In the 4-hour period I hired her for, she bottle fed him twice, put him down for a nap, changed his diaper, and played with him. He was happy the whole...
- Camille A.
Imoni S.
5.0
Hands down, Imoni is ONE in a million! Her warm and caring spirit is such a positive force for our family. Her communication style is professional and thorough, and her play style with our toddler is imaginative and energetic. We are so grateful for Imoni's care and kindness with our little ones, we...
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Ratings for Fairfax, VA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Fairfax, VA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.