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Special needs caregivers in Great Falls, VA
Zafreen K.
Great Falls, VA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reading Books , Having Fun And At The Same Time Focusing On Their Safety And Care.
I have 15+ YEARS experience working with children. I was a licensed child care provider in Great falls Virginia for 10 years. Now I work in a public school as an Instructional Assistant for last 5 years. I work with special needs kids. I have a bachelor's in psychology and I have completed 40 hours in Behavior technician...
Zafreen can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Giselle R.
Great Falls, VA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Nic and I am a 25-year-old scientist. I love art, animals, cooking, and being outside. I have experience in tutoring adults/kids, babysitting animals and children. I like working with kids because they are unique developing humans. They are always honest and open to learning new things. They view the world in a...
Giselle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lauren B.
Great Falls, VA
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have two younger siblings, have babysat for years, and was a swim coach for 4 years. I coached ages 4-16 and have babysat children ages 2-15. I love kids and have volunteered locally at Jill's House with special needs children.
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Charlene O.
Rockville, MD
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Nanny/Teacher Of 20 Years Looking For Full-Time Job
5.0
(1)
Hi. I have 25 years of childcare experience. Childten are my passion! I just finish nannying for a family for 3 years, with 4 sweet children, 4-year-old(twins), 6 and 9(special needs). Both parents are physicians I created and implemented daily a stimulating structured schedule. Consisted of music, art, outdoor activities,...
Charlene can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My kids love to be with Charlene because she always makes sure she is fully engaged with them and attentive to their needs. She is creative and kind and my kids consider her like family. She encourages my kids to engage in activities that require them to use their...
Rachel W.
Kailey M.
Vienna, VA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
3.8
(3)
Hi! Need a leg up during the week or someone to put on your calendar full time? I'm the girl for you! I have 3 years of paid experience as a babysitter under my belt, personal experience helping in the home with my special needs sibling, and 8 years of experience in the food service industry. I love to get outside and keep busy...
Kailey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kailey has been a big help to our family and we appreciate her flexibility. Somtimes she did camp pickup and dinner preparation, sometimes she entertains the kids herself, other days she does errands and drives the kids where they need to be. She can do anything,...
Rose G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of three grown children, one with special needs. I also have two grandchildren, ages 7 & 3 and 1 Golden doodle! I have a degree in Early Childhood Education, certification in Elementary Education, and extended experience with special needs children. My experiences have given me great opportunities to work closely...
Jamie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a happy wife and mom of one sweet little daughter. I am graduated from Psychology and I have been working with children for more than 20 years, including as a nanny from toddler to 10 years old, infant babysitter, school-homework assistance, piano lesson tutor, teaching in pre-school and elementary level, working with...
Miranti can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Miranti is very caring and always look for a way to assist when needed. Someone I can trust my child with. Highly recommended!"
Doris V.
Margery D.
Gaithersburg, MD
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Did not interview with her, no information to submit."
Lisa F.
Adriana B.
Herndon, VA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Available evenings and weekends only.
I am a young professional (25 f) seeking one-time babysitting and caretaking jobs to increase my income. I was a full time nanny of 3 (2 toddlers, 1 infant) for one year and absolutely loved it. I have experience resolving conflict between kids, managing big feelings and teaching teaching...
Adriana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Adriana has been such an amazing extension of our family and has taken amazing care of our 3 children over the last year. She is smart, dependable, patient and caring and has been an absolute joy to work with."
Madison C.
5.0
(1)
I am located in Sterling, VA. I am a graduate student working on my Masters degree in Occupational Therapy. I graduated with a major in Community Health and Psychology. I have 4+ years of experience in childcare, including special needs care. My previous work and volunteer experience have allowed me to obtain valuable skills in...
Natalia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Natalia was great with my girls. She made learning fun through art projects, story time and active playtime. She is patient, kind and compassionate."
Walesca R.
Alexa R.
Vienna, VA
$13-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Part-time/Occasional Babysitter And Swim Instructor With Weekend And Summer Availability
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Alexa and I have over 7 years of experience working with kids starting at infant age, up through middle school age. I am CPR certified and used to be a competitive swimmer, so I can not only teach kids to swim, but I also know excellent pool and bathtub safety. In addition, I have experience with and am comfortable...
Alexa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alexa has been our babysitter for over a year now & is always the first call we make.
Alexa shows up on time, in a cheerful mood and always ready to engage with my 2 year old. She has always followed our directions & respected the schedule and rules we have in...
Toni H.
Susan A.
Potomac, MD
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Care Provider Specializing In Special Needs Or Children W/ The Need For More In div. Attn.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with children my whole life and always seemed to veer towards the ones that need a little more one-one attn. to later find out a diagnosis or to soon be diagnosed with something, and my extra attn. to details and focus were a good way to start implementing and focusing specific skills.
I currently specialize in...
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Susan is truly a find when it comes to caring for kids with special needs. There's no one more compassionate and protective of individuals who lack the ability to advocate for themselves. She is staunchly resolute and resourceful in ways only a parent who has kids...
Myron T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a cheerful, positive and respectful college student. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have 6 years of paid experience caring for children with special needs. I am someone who loves the outdoors. Playing outside, playing games and encouraging children to use their imagination is something that I am passionate...
Kura can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kura was a blessing to our family last year. She got my two children (7 and 9) ready for school and walked/drove them to school every morning. We used her from September - March and she was only ever missed one day with plenty of notice. She is reliable and...
Jacqueline M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Resume and reference's available upon request!
Licensed RBT and Certified Nursing Assistant. Experienced and kind. Flexible in working with most levels of special needs and behaviors. Looking to improve quality of life and help with community immersion when possible. I'm available any combination of hours between 12-8 p.m. M-F.
5.0
"Stephanie is a great caregiver! She has been working with my son for over a year (before we moved) who has multiple disabilities.. She was always very patient, kind and caring with him. Stephanie is very reliable, easy to communicate with, punctual and honest...
Victoria M.
4.7
(30)
Hired by 61 families in your neighborhood
I am a responsible, honest, trustworthy adult with 35 years of experience babysitting children and raising my own son, who is 28 years old and now my grandchildren. I have a Top Secret Security Clearance and currently work for the Federal Government in the Pentagon. I have excellent references for both my babysitting experience...
Rachelle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachelle was amazing with our 2 children. Immediately upon our first meeting when she arrived she put my mind at ease and I felt very comfortable leaving our girls in her care. She left our house spotless with all toys put away and dishes washed which we truly...
Katie W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Daniela. I live in Sterling, VA. I am 36 yo; I have been married for 15 years, and I have two kids, a 14 and 12 years old.
I am looking for a job as a caregiver because that's what I love doing the most. After the pandemic hit, I was a caregiver of a young female adult with depression and anxiety, and an older man...
5.0
"I have multiple sclerosis and needed assistance with everyday life tasks in my house like cleaning out my fridge and folding laundry and prepping dinner. She smiled the entire time she was here. She is personable and friendly, dependable and thorough. Not only did...
Nancy D.
Madison C.
Gaithersburg, MD
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Maddi! I'm 28, I'm married and have 2 small kids of my own! I have a big family with 12 nieces/nephews. I have been babysitting for about 9 years now. I have worked in 2 different daycares and have professionally nannied for 2 different families when I lived in New York for about 2 and a half years.
I have worked with 3...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
5.0
"Madison was nothing but AMAZING! She assisted me with childcare for a friend's wedding. She was on time and was able to care for 3 kids under 3 by herself. All of my friends kept on asking me where did I find such a GREAT babysitter. She kept me posted with updates...
Oyinyechi E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jenn! I have had experience caring for all ages of children. Most recently I nannied for a loving family with a 6-year-old girl and 2-year-old boy. I was with their family for two years, and sadly had to leave the position to go back to school for photography. I've also taught primary aged children at...
Jenn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jenn is amazing!!! She became part of our family and we are still in touch. I will personally pay you back for her services if you find different!!! She cared for our two and six year old for almost two years, as well as our dog. Punctual, dependable and overall...
David R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
If anyone with a minor disability needs special lessons/teaching classes on weekends/holidays or during a vacation, I am available. Even during the weekdays if I can accommodate my schedule I will accept the offer. I am an experienced special educational needs provider.
5.0
"Bharti has tutored two of my son. She is dedicated and my kids loved her. She has the ability to quickly and accurately determine sources of a child's learning difficulties. In the case of our sons, she set up individually tailored programs and work through...
Sanjeev P.
Susan A.
Potomac, MD
$35-42/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced.special Needs Mom. Looking To See What I Can Learn From Your Child, As Well As What I
4.8
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Work with various levels of autism, verbal & nonverbal, behavioral, children with feeding tubes, children with emotional, mental and or physical disorders to minimal LD.
Each is a child and unique and first a individual, whom wants to learn, love play and be accepted like everyone else.
5.0
"Susan is very caring and helpful. She did great with my son."
Alin C.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Great Falls, VA
Charlene O.
5.0
My kids love to be with Charlene because she always makes sure she is fully engaged with them and attentive to their needs. She is creative and kind and my kids consider her like family. She encourages my kids to engage in activities that require them to use their bodies and their minds, but she...
- Rachel W.
Kailey M.
5.0
Kailey has been a big help to our family and we appreciate her flexibility. Somtimes she did camp pickup and dinner preparation, sometimes she entertains the kids herself, other days she does errands and drives the kids where they need to be. She can do anything, and the kids are always happy to see...
- Rose G.
Miranti M.
5.0
Miranti is very caring and always look for a way to assist when needed. Someone I can trust my child with. Highly recommended!
- Doris V.
Margery D.
4.0
Did not interview with her, no information to submit.
- Lisa F.
Adriana B.
5.0
Adriana has been such an amazing extension of our family and has taken amazing care of our 3 children over the last year. She is smart, dependable, patient and caring and has been an absolute joy to work with.
- Madison C.
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