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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lorton, VA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Lorton, VA

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Julia R.


Lorton, VA

$30-32/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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Experienced special needs Nanny/ Professional Organizer Available Hi all, I just moved to the area and am looking for a position (open to ft/pt). Can provide references upon request. Pm for more info :) A little about me: * Several years childcare experience * Years of experience with Autism and Down syndrome * Have...
5.0
"Julia is awesome! She is prompt, kind and courteous but most importantly, she is wonderful with our two boys. Julia has a calm demeanor that matches perfectly with the high-energy personalities of our sons. Our eldest son has severe non-verbal Autism and can be...

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Lauren M.


Lorton, VA

$16-21/hr8 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

Hello! I am currently an enhanced AUT special education teacher. I also hold a Registered Behavior Technician credential. I have been in the special education field for roughly 8 years. I am CPR certified, BLS certified, Epipen trained, and have extensive knowledge in behavior relating to children with ASD. I am currently...
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Andrea H.


Lorton, VA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Andrea . I am a dedicated healthcare professional. I have been working with people of all age groups for over 20 years. It's not just a job to me I enjoy every minute of reaching out and helping others.
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Yousra E.


Lorton, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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I'm a pre school autism teacher, I have had the pleasure of caring and working with many different children from different backgrounds in my professional career here and internationally. Additionally I have high experience working with special needs children. I am also a mother of four and hoping to put my skills to use and...
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Esther L.


Lorton, VA

$16-21/hr3 yrs exp

Preschool Autism Classroom IA

Toilet and Diaper Care, ABA program with students, feeding Assistance. Lesson planning. Currently work at a school and can provide arts and crafts.
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Jane B.


Lorton, VA

$18-23/hr9 yrs exp

I have been caring for toddlers, kids, young adults.. with special needs for the past 8-9 years. This level of care is something that comes to be naturally and I am so very grateful for my ability to help others, especially those who are in need. Message me if you have any additional questions. Thank you
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Lauren M.


Lorton, VA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time, Special Needs Available.

Hello. I am currently a special education teacher in an Enhanced Autism Program. I am also a Registered Behavior Tech. I am BLS, CPR, and Epipen certified. I am familiar with basic sign language, AAC devices, non-verbal kiddos, and kids of all ages. I am also a mother myself and have over eight years of experience in schools,...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Triyaningsih D.


Lorton, VA

$21/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hi ! 'Im Triya. I 'm new to the area and seeking my nanny opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm kind, compassionate, and caring person. I'm a mother of two children, caregiving has always been part of my day-to-day. But now the already start schooling. In my free time I like to cook and planting. I'm looking forward to...
Triyaningsih can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Yousra E.


Lorton, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Yousra, and I have +20 years of experience as a pre school autism teacher across multiple elementary schools in Fairfax County and internationally , as well as babysitting and child care. My educational back ground is in early childhood education . I have had the pleasure of caring for and working with many...
Yousra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Good Afternoon, my name is Anna V. I am a graduate from James Madison University and I am interested in your position for a special needs provider! I am an SLPA (Speech-language pathologist assistant) wherein I completed my Bachelor's in Communication Sciences and Disorders. I have a 1. 5 years of professional experience working...
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Delayna D.


Fort Belvoir, VA

$14-25/hr6 yrs exp

Baby Magnet And Contagious Smile Maker!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Delayna. I'm 24 almost 25, I'm married and my husband is in the military. We're stationed in Virginia for about another year. I love children and always have. I also have no problem with pets. I have a brother with Autism and my Mother always brags how I was so good to him and with him growing up, so I do have...
Delayna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Delayna is very good at responding and taking care of my son. She met us the evening before and showed up the next day ready to assist. She helped my son get through virtual learning for the day and was very kind and polite. I would definitely recommend her...

Kimberly S.

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Rosa C.


Springfield, VA

$1-25/hr10 yrs exp

Ms Rosa Childcare Services

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Rosa and I'm a highly skilled teacher. I love children and I teach them through an educacional método that involves children's natural interests and activities rather than formal teaching methods. I have more than 26 years of teaching experience, both in Honduras and the US. I've taught children from...
Rosa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Rosa helps us with house cleaning. She is punctual, communicative, and always ask for feedback. Our floors are our major problem and she did not hesitate to give it extra attention. She also likes to provide updates and pictures during and after the cleaning. We...

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Kyah R.


Woodbridge, VA

$15-18/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kyah. I have over six years of experience and have a 2-year-old daughter myself. I have volunteered at a church daycare and also have experience with special needs children. I am CPR certified, and Covid vaccinated. I also have my CNA license. I love to teach children, do crafts and activities, play outside and...
Kyah can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kyah is very caring, patient and loving. She gave me updates via text, which was a nice way to keep me updated on our baby's activities. Highly recommend!"

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Sharon E.


Woodbridge, VA

$20-23/hr9 yrs exp

Care Giver/ Companion/Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I went to nursing school to become a certified nursing assistance. I worked in a assisted living home for a year in the 90's. I currently am working on weekends with a client whom I've been with for 8 yrs now. I also am working with another client on Sunday only and I have been with her for 1 year. It is my passion to pursue my...
Sharon can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, personal care, mobility assistance, dementia
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Sharon assists/helps my physically challenged 85 year old mother with her weekly bath. This is no ordinary feat since we live in a townhouse with no bathtub or shower on the ground floor where mom resides. Sharon strategically figured out how to properly and...

Victoria W.

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Dave G.


Burke, VA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Mr G.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I worked with mod/severe special needs for several years in a high school setting and was an Elementary/Middle School Counselor, at a school including an Autism center, for 15 years in FCPS. Relationship development and therapeutic mentoring are foundational to my helping approach to children/young adults as well as their...
5.0
"Wry good at what he does. Our son has bonded and trusts Dave."

Gregory N.

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Marilis G.


Alexandria, VA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Evening, Night Time, Weekends

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

My name is Marilis. I am from Panama. I have 22 years of experience working with kids (Mix age and special need). I love working with kids, having fun with them, activities for their development. I am easy going, honest, punctual person. I have really good reference. Spanish-English.
Marilis can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We highly recommend Marilis for your childcare needs. Marilis spent an evening in our home with our 16 month old son and she connected with him immediately. She's a consummate professional and also very warm and friendly, we had no reservations leaving for the...

Aaron C.

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Michelle D.


Alexandria, VA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Michelle. I am a Fairfax County teacher. I love learning with children, crafting of all kinds, playing games and sports, and exploring local parks and the library! I have previous experience working in the infant and toddler rooms at daycare. Additionally, I have worked with children of all ages at summer...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We trusted Michelle with our very first babysitting experience for our 15 week old daughter. Michelle did an excellent job and we would definitely have her sit again and recommend her to others. She was punctual, a good communicator and very sweet with our...

Katie R.

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Ruth S.


Woodbridge, VA

$30-42/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I hope this message finds you well. I have experience in many areas. I am Bi-lingual I speak Spanish fluently, I was a substitute teacher at PWCS with all kinds of wonderful kids. I've teach from kindergarten to fifth grade to special needs kids. I also love cleaning and organizing. I have a couple of elderly customers...
Ruth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ruth was an amazing care giver to my children. They love her so much. She came up with many new fun activities for my kids. She's great with engaging kids into Montessori learning. She's bilingual in Spanish which is a plus! She's very sweet & kind. She's very...

Hellen H.

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Viann T.


Springfield, VA

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! Babysitter available for date nights!! I'm a senior at George Mason University. I'm currently on my pathway to becoming a teacher. I currently work as a substitute teacher for FCPS. I'm located in Springfield, but have my own transportation and am willing to travel. My goal is not only to care for your families'...
Viann can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Viann was wonderful to work with. She is very reliable, responsive, and genuinely loves spending time with children. I strongly recommend her child care services. "

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Hannah L.


Alexandria, VA

$22-36/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter, Pet sitter, And House-sitter

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

During my time in college, I was asked by a professor who was a member of my church to babysit his two little girls (eventually became three girls plus the family's mischievous Golden Retriever). I babysat for them and many other families in my college town. While attending graduate school in Texas, I was employed by a nanny...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We have used Hannah for the past year for our son since he was about 8/9 months old. At first she was a date night sitter and then this past spring she became our part time nanny while schools were shutdown due to COVID. She is punctual, timely in responding to...

Amanda T.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lorton, VA

Julia R.

5.0

Julia is awesome! She is prompt, kind and courteous but most importantly, she is wonderful with our two boys. Julia has a calm demeanor that matches perfectly with the high-energy personalities of our sons. Our eldest son has severe non-verbal Autism and can be difficult at times to work with and...

- Care member

Delayna D.

5.0

Delayna is very good at responding and taking care of my son. She met us the evening before and showed up the next day ready to assist. She helped my son get through virtual learning for the day and was very kind and polite. I would definitely recommend her services!

- Kimberly S.

Rosa C.

5.0

Rosa helps us with house cleaning. She is punctual, communicative, and always ask for feedback. Our floors are our major problem and she did not hesitate to give it extra attention. She also likes to provide updates and pictures during and after the cleaning. We are grateful for her services.

- Care member

Kyah R.

5.0

Kyah was very Good with my 6 months old girl she is an expert with infants for sure, tummy time, feeding bottles, napping and activities.

- Care member

Sharon E.

5.0

Sharon assists/helps my physically challenged 85 year old mother with her weekly bath. This is no ordinary feat since we live in a townhouse with no bathtub or shower on the ground floor where mom resides. Sharon strategically figured out how to properly and thoroughly bathe mom in a tiny guest...

- Victoria W.

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