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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

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Liz H.


Ashburn, VA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Liz - not just a part time caregiver, but a mom who understands exactly what you need. With 15 years of experience in child and family care, I know firsthand how valuable it is to have another parent caring for your little ones. I am looking to add one or two more days to my schedule, M/W/F or weekends. I strive to...
Liz can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Liz did such a great job with my son. She is knowledgeable, kind and attentive. I would definitely hire her again and I cannot say enough wonderful things about her."

Carrie S.

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Bharti S.


Sterling, VA

$20-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Educational Needs Provider

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.

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Emily H.


Oakton, VA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny Available Part Time

4.0

(8)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

My name is Emily, I'm 20 years old, and I'm looking for childcare opportunities. My plan is to study child development, but right now I'm focusing on saving money, volunteering, and taking a few classes. I live in Oakton and have a flexible schedule. I have many years of experience working with young children. I have worked in a...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Emily is great with my kids. They love hearing that “Miss Emily” is coming and I love knowing my kids are in her care. I would highly recommend her"

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Shahnaz E.


Reston, VA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

CNA -Personal Assistant

I have over 10+ years of experience in home health care. I am a CNA, plant-based chef, and certified Yoga teacher. Northern Virginia is my home, and I grew up in the area. My experience includes senior care, special needs care, hospice, prenatal, post-partum, and post-op hospital events. My services are available in client's...
Shahnaz can also help with: Home modification, transportation, live-in home care, errands
Skills:

CNA

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Hanna C.


Fairfax, VA

$29-32/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working with children for over 10 years. I was born and raised in Germany and received a degree as a special needs care provider. I have worked in a care place for special needs children/ Hospice as well as in private families.
Hanna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jada W.


Vienna, VA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Young, Female Caregiver | ABA Behavioral Therapist | CPR And Special Needs Certified

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, My name is Jada . I am very passionate about caregiving, education and child development! I'm an experienced Bilingual Special Education Teacher. I also work as an adult/child disabilities executive functioning, social and ocupacional coach. Additionally here on care. com, I nanny, pet/house sit, babysit and...
Jada can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Emma M.


Sterling, VA

$25/hr1 yrs exp

I like working with kids because I really enjoy being around with them and playing with them which also wants me to become pedantic nurse once I graduate college. I started working with kids when I was a second year of college. I had a class which we had hours to volunteer to help kids with special needs. One thing you...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sarah G.


Fairfax, VA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Enthusiastic, Active, And Creative Sitter

Hi, I'm looking for some fun, outdoor-loving kids to look after this summer! I have experience working in both schools and summer camps, planning creative day-long workshops, teaching structured and free-flow lessons, and assisting with summer learning goals. In the past, I've worked extensively with special needs children as...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Courtney J.


Sterling, VA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Childhood Literacy And Development

Hi my name is Courtney, 28 from south Africa. I moved to south Carolina 3years ago , I came to America as an au pair to work and study. I did I course called childhood literacy and development within a child . I am very respectful, kind and loving person with a bubbly personality. My mum was a nurse so I learnt a lot from her...
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Karen W.


Sterling, VA

$20/hr1 yrs exp

A Helping Hand

I have 1 year of experience helping seniors outside of my family and 10 years helping seniors in my family with special needs and considerations. I enjoy providing the gentle touch (and sometimes the firm touch) required to tend to their needs, safety, and happiness. I look forward to speaking with you about your loved ones'...
Karen can also help with: Errands
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Molly M.


Vienna, VA

$24-30/hr8 yrs exp

Friendly And Wholesome Nanny

Hello! I am Molly. I have 8+ years of experience as a nanny and babysitter, encompassing all ages from newborns to teens as well as neurodivergent/special needs children. Childcare comes naturally to me and I'm well versed in child development. I'm focused on the overall well being- emotional, social, physical, mental- and I...
Molly can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Pamela O.


Ashburn, VA

$13-15/hr1 yrs exp

My name is Pamela. I am 23 years old and I just finished school. I am willing to go back to school to get a master in child development, because in the future I would love to open my own daycare, maybe 2 years from now. My first job was as a substitute teacher for 1st and 2nd grade (ages between 5, 6 and 7 years old) and...
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Shannon G.


Fairfax, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Your Children;; My Passion

Been working with kids since I was 18 years old. Started babysitting at 16. At 18 and through out the years I've worked at daycares. I have experience in special needs. I have a 3-year-old and a 15-year-old. I love helping kids and being around them. Watching their minds grow
Shannon can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Brianna D.


Ashburn, VA

$22-30/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny, Babysitter

Hi, my name's Brianna! I am coming back to the NOVA area after being away for a few years and looking for a lovely family to take care of. I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old. Now at 29, I have a wealth of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teens. I genuinely love spending time with kids and...
Brianna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Destiny O.


Reston, VA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is destiny and I am a nursing student. I'm moving to Virginia from Texas on February 1st. I've worked in an assisted living facility, an early education center, for a home health company and I've privately nannied since I was 19! I love to learn new skills and meet new people. I look forward to hearing from you!
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Andie G.


McLean, VA

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hi! Update: I am currently working full-time as an OT and cancelling this account. keeping my information in case anything changes but I'm not available to pick up jobs through care. com at this time. I work part-time as a pediatric occupational therapist but have availability Monday and Wednesday mornings for childcare. I...
Andie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Maria B.


Ashburn, VA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Care Giver

I am a caring and energetic Filipino (U. S. Citizen) with over 15 years experience as a full-time nanny that offers strong child development skills that contribute to a happy and fulfilling child care environment. I am extremely polite and will set a good example for your child. I have the flexibility to work with professional...
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Ashley G.


Ashburn, VA

$15-50/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Ashley, and I'm thrilled to introduce myself as a dedicated sitter ready to provide exceptional care for your children this summer. As a Sociology major, I bring both academic knowledge and practical experience to my role. My summer schedule is fully open, ensuring reliable and consistent care for your family. I've...
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Amanda A.


Reston, VA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

28 Year Old Childcare Worker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a 28-year-old dental assistant with two years experience nannying and about 10 + years experience babysitting and a lifetime of experience with animals as well! I have experience with special needs children, multiple age groups, and infants. I am a soccer player therefore I love the outdoors and I enjoy coming up...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Caroline A.


Potomac, MD

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Warm And Attentive Nurse, I Intend To Give Service To Humanity In Every Way I Can.

I have a plethora of cases I have worked on, each dynamic to their special needs, working in a special education school in Washington DC is my most reckoning experience in this job.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Herndon, VA

Liz H.

5.0

Liz did such a great job with my son. She is knowledgeable, kind and attentive. I would definitely hire her again and I cannot say enough wonderful things about her.

- Carrie S.

Bharti S.

5.0

Ms. Bharti is a great tutor. She is very nice, patient & understanding. She helped my sons with their studies and their grades also improved steadily throughout the school year. I recommend her to anyone that needs a reliable and caring person to help their child to succeed.

- Smita S.

Emily H.

5.0

Emily was great! She was punctual and followed my house rules.

- Care member

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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.