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Find special needs caregivers in Herndon, VA that you’ll love
60 special needs caregivers are listed in Herndon, VA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Herndon, VA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Anasofia, and I am 27 years old, I have experience with kids between 0-13 years old.
I love to do outdoor activities and crafts, is very important for the development of kids, I'm also
Bilingual (English and Spanish).
I have experience with kids with special needs.
Anasofia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Garima P.
Herndon, VA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dear parents , I have more than 8 years of experience with different ages of kids . I have worked with special need child too. I really love to work with kids .
Marcela J.
Herndon, VA
$18-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
( Send me a message before requesting)
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With over six years of experience caring for children of all ages, I have the skills and knowledge to ensure the safety and well-being of your child. I'm known for my...
Marcela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Dedicated care professional with years experience working with young children, special needs, all the way up to elder care. Service to Northern, VA. Loving mother.
Dasha can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Dasha has been taking care of our 2 year old daughter and at times our 6 year old for the past 10+ months. She is AWESOME. Since the first day we have really appreciated her professionalism and the warmth she has shown to our daughters. Both our girls LOVE her so...
Sarosh S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
-I'm currently a nanny to two boys, the oldest is 6 y/o and the youngest is 4 y/0, for 1 one year and four months now
-I've cared for a 1 y/o special needs child every Tuesday and Thursday, for three hours each day, for two months in the past
-I've babysat two premature newborn twins for two weeks in the past
-I've babysat for...
Grecia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Absolute angel! My husband and I have been back in the office and needed a sitter ASAP! Our neighbor had actually recommended her to us and I could not be happier! Such a kind and positive spirit."
Cassandra H.
Steven W.
Ashburn, VA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Helping Differently-Abled Individuals Increase Their Independence
4.9
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 18 years of experience working with differently-abled individuals who fall on the spectrum, are ADD, ADHD, ODD, and more. My passion is to help clients reach their God given potential no matter what issues they may be facing in life. l really love supporting clients in becoming more independent. I also, support...
5.0
"Steve cares for my teenage special needs son every afternoon after school. He is great with getting him outside for some exercise every day after a long day at school."
Mark S.
Susan A.
Potomac, MD
$32/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.
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.
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
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Finding Kailey has been such a blessing for our family. My husband and I both work odd hours from home and in office. She’s fit seamlessly into our routine and is always on time. Does a great job making dinner and keeps up with our household chores. My daughter and...
Care member
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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.
Erika O.
Ashburn, VA
$14-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting ever since I was 12 y/o. It started out as watching over the younger kids in my neighborhood since I was the oldest kid there. In addition to this, I'd play with and watch over my younger cousins at family reunions while they were infants-toddlers. I volunteered at a local church through a youth bible...
Erika can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Erika is my 3 year old daughter's absolute favorite sitter! I love having her babysit too. She's punctual, dependable, and has even made herself available at the last minute when I had projects at work to complete. She plays with my daughter, reads to her, and has...
Abimbola O.
Sharon P.
Vienna, VA
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a doula and newborn care specialist. I have experience with twins, triplets, preemies, and children with special needs. I started working with families more than 20 years ago. I am available for day, overnight, and 24 hours shifts. I support families physically, educationally, and emotionally so the transition of adding a...
Sharon can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We hired Sharon as an overnight douala after birth of our first daughter, being first time parents we needed a lot of hand holding and training. Sharon educated us along taking care of her so we can rest during the night and be prepared to take care of her on our...
Soha R.
Sophia S.
Fairfax, VA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & 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.
Kayla H.
Ashburn, VA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.3
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello families,
My name is Kayla. I am 30 years old , and I am a career nanny and a holistic fertility/birth doula . I am also a mother to a 4-year-old beautiful girl .
I have 17 years of experience nannying/ babysitting multiple families from newborn age, starting at 6 weeks to 10 years old. I even have experience with...
Kayla can also help with: Grocery shopping
4.0
"Kayla has a big heart and loves kids. She does a great job of keeping my daughter entertained and is very flexible. "
Jenni D.
Karla S.
Sterling, VA
$25-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Highly-dependable, nurturing caregiver with a compassionate nature and 4 years extensive experience in providing prompt and friendly care to elderly and disabled clients. A warm-hearted individual who performs personal care activities in a compassionate and friendly manner that maximizes residents independence and dignity in a...
5.0
"Karla is dependable and trustworthy. I would work with her anytime. She is always on time and very flexible. "
kathleen C.
Traci J.
Ashburn, VA
$30-47/hr • 10 yrs exp
Former Teacher With Over 15 Years Of Childcare Experience
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have a FULL-TIME (9-6) JOB but am interested in doing some childcare in the evenings/overnight (after 6:30) or weekends.
I have been baby-sitting since I was 12 years old. I have a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from the University of South Carolina. I taught third grade for three years, with special needs...
Traci can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Traci was great, she took great care of our 20m/o boy & made us feel very comfortable. She was very flexible also!
I would hire her again in a heartbeat!"
Julie B.
Elsy L.
Chantilly, VA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a graduate from at George Mason University. I received my bachelor's in Social Work. I have completed 5 years of early childhood and teacher education courses throughout my career. During that time, I also worked at a licensed day care for 3 years and interned in public school preschool and elementary school. I have 5 years...
Elsy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Elsy is great! She sat for our twin boys one evening in June 2022. She helped them with dinner, play time, and getting to bed. Our boys enjoyed their time with her and hope to see her again!"
Wayne P.
Julia K.
Potomac, MD
$24-32/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a current student at St. Mary's College of Maryland majoring in psychology with an educational studies and special education double minor. I'm looking for get more hands on experience working with individuals with special needs. I am passionate about bringing out and seeing the best in the individuals I work with. Looking...
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Susan is absolutely wonderful. She's loving, patient, and completely dedicated. She's creative and a problem solver, always thinking about ways to help our daughter grow, blossom, and work through tough days. She is bright, compassionate and caring, and understands...
Nora F.
Damaris H.
Ashburn, VA
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm a babysitter with 6 years of background, setting designing and implementing age-appropriate activities for each kid. Working with new born, toddlers, children different ages. I'm also a mother of 2 boys, ages 15 and 17 years old.. My first experience as a Mother and Nanny I lived with my children
My other qualifications...
5.0
"Thank you so much Damaris
I appreciate all your help in caring for my daughter with down syndrome for the definite time of a week .. It was human to have you and trust you that you could do it and take care of my daughter the time I was not at home .. I hope this...
Karah C.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Herndon, VA
Dasha W.
5.0
Dasha has been taking care of our 2 year old daughter and at times our 6 year old for the past 10+ months. She is AWESOME. Since the first day we have really appreciated her professionalism and the warmth she has shown to our daughters. Both our girls LOVE her so much. She takes feedback really well...
- Sarosh S.
Grecia M.
5.0
Absolute angel! My husband and I have been back in the office and needed a sitter ASAP! Our neighbor had actually recommended her to us and I could not be happier! Such a kind and positive spirit.
- Cassandra H.
Steven W.
5.0
I hired Steven last year to work with my son A who had pretty much been isolated during COVID. I wanted Steven to help him with daily living activities and also to get him more active.
I feel grateful to have found Steven as he has been so good with A. He's patient and kind but also understands...
- Natalie R.
Susan A.
5.0
Susan is very caring and helpful. She did great with my son.
- Alin C.
Daniela O.
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 she do a fantastic job on...
- Nancy D.
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Ratings for Herndon, VA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Herndon, VA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.