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Meikel T.

Dumfries, VA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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.
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Alexandria, VA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
hospice services
transportation
meal prep
+ 1 more
I would like to share a bit about myself. I am a caring and nurturing individual, particularly skilled in working with children. My experience includes providing care for my mother during her illness, which involved managing her medications and assisting her with daily activities. This responsibility has equipped me with a...
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Fun-loving Caregiver

Alexandria, VA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have worked as a babysitter, Sunday school teacher, Nanny and am an older sister to a 7-year-old special needs child. I have volunteered and worked in orphanages as well. I love to be creative and play outside and go for walks. I am good at being patient and hearing the child out. I love to build that connection and make them...
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Care Giver

Alexandria, VA

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$13/hr
7 years experience
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a school psychologist looking to help families during the summer. I have 7 years of experience working with and advocating for children and adults with disabilities, special needs, and more.
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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Alexandria, VA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
A professional caregiver with 10 years+ working experience with seniors and special needs children and teenagers . I chose to be a nursing assistant because I love people. When I am on a team with cargivers, I am the best in the team. I love what I do by making someone feel cared for, loved, and with great empathy. 10 years+...
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Fort Washington, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello everyone... I look forward to hearing from you all, And I hope to meet and work for some amazing people!. I have over 25 years of experience in the Nursing Field... I have had the opportunity to work for, The Hospital for Sick children for three years! The kids I worked with were Amazing , Brave Warriors!!! They had a host...
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Gina A Fort Washington, MD. From $25 Per Hour

Fort Washington, MD

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
meal prep
live-in home care
+ 1 more
My name is Georgina (Gina) and I have 5 years of experiences as a home health aid and 2 1/2 years as a CNA. I have experience in Alzheimer, dementia and total care. I do light house keeping, I am very compassionate and reliable. I think of myself as caring and I enjoy helping the elderly or people with special needs. I am very...
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Lorton, VA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi!! I am a Special Education Teacher for FCPS. I have been working with individuals with disabilities for over 15 years and love the connections I am able to make along the way. I specialize in working with people with Autism and other Developmental Disabilities. I have extensive experience with ABA, AAC, and many other...
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Clinton, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been a Visiting Educator for Queen Annes County Board of Education and Queen Annes County Public Schools. I am experienced with developmentally challenged, ADD, ADHD and other special needs youth within the Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD). I am an experienced child care provider with more than 10 years of experience. I...
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Part-time Care

Alexandria, VA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
I'm a mental health therapist for children and adolescents looking for part-time or occasional work as a babysitter. I have worked as a nanny for children of all ages with various disabilities including Autism, Down's Syndrome, and Muscular Dystrophy for the past almost 8 years. I am hard-working, patient, kind, and I have...
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The Most Loving, Caring, Patient Person You Will Ever Meet!

Woodbridge, VA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
I've been working with children for 12 plus years, it's been my passion and love to care for them. I'm currently a substitute teacher for the Prince William county public schools. I do have my paraprofessional license. I've been trained for seizures and is MAT/ Mandt trained to administer medicine. Also I'm the past I worked...
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Im Here To Help.

Alexandria, VA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Iv been working with a family with a Teen daughter with autism. I have been helping her with all her needs. As a mom I understand that we all need help, and I'm a very patient, loving and caring individual, who is available to help you and your family.
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Early Childhood Educator

Alexandria, VA

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$20/hr
18 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Cristlin. I have my associate's degree in Early Childhood Education. I have a lot of experience in child care. I am currently working for the YMCA Academies from 6:00- 2:00. I am available to work evening, nights and weekends. I have a natural passion for helping and supporting children. I provide Autism, ADHD and...
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Professional Childcare Provider

Clinton, MD

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
More than 10 years of education, childcare, tutoring and mentoring experience. I have over 10 years of professional experience working with youth, ages newborn through 18 years of age, tutoring, mentoring and hospitality experience. Successfully completed a two year Early Childhood Education Program and received two years of...
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Child care

Alexandria, VA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
-Hi! I'm Sarah, and I am 18 years old. I grew up in Ohio, and I am an incoming sophomore at Ohio state. I recently moved here and would love to find a summer nannying/babysitting job! -I am Red Cross CPR certified. I have experience in coaching the little lion runners club at my elementary school, the exceptional Olympics...
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Woodbridge, VA

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$17/hr
Having a close relative with a mental illness made me realize the profound importance of caring for individuals with special needs. This personal experience has deeply inspired my commitment to providing compassionate and dedicated support to those who require it the most.
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Indian Head, MD

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$30/hr
Dedicated caregiver with experience supporting individuals with special needs. Skilled in creating nurturing environments, developing individualized plans, and promoting overall well-being. Passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives and fostering growth and development.
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Dumfries, VA

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$18/hr
Hello, my name is Aeriel. I have experience working with Special Needs from working at the CDC on Fort Belvoir, VA. I am an experienced Daycare Teacher and I have experience from my CNA as well.
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Alexandria, VA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Kate. I have 10 plus years of babysitting and have a 9-year-old brother with FASD. I have my BA in psychology and am an OT student. I have a heart for special needs kids and have spent hundreds of hours in pediatric OT clinics.
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Taking Special Care

Alexandria, VA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I take extra care with my special needs clients. Realizing that every situation is a little bit different when it come to special needs it can help you grow as a person. I enjoy what I do. And I learn how to take care of every individual because everyone is unique.
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