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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lorton, VA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 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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Victoria S.


Lorton, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced, talented and caring individual looking to obtain a position in an Early Childhood Care/ Education that utilizes my background in all facets of childcare. including children with special needs. Very reliable and dependable.
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Vicky has watched my children for several years now and is very dependable. She is excellent in taking initiative and making sure my children are cared for when I am not able to be with them. I feel confident that my children are safe and well taken care of when...

Casey M.

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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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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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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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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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Victoria S.


Lorton, VA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

I have experience with Children with special need, I'm reliable, trustworthy and dependable. I'm a preschool teacher at VA Hills Baptist Church Preschool for the past 4yrs. I look forward to discussing my qualification with you as well as provide great reference upon request. Sincerely, Victoria
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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:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Yousra E.


Lorton, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have +20 years of experience as a pre school autism teacher and an instructional assistant across multiple elementary schools here in Fairfax County and internationally. My educational back ground is in early childhood education [M. Ed] as well as agricultural economics [BAgAc]. I have had the pleasure of caring for and...
Yousra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We loved Kyah! She’s so sweet and she treated our 1 year old son like her own! We always got pictures and updates on how he was doing, so we didn’t have to worry. She also provided references beforehand and they all had positive things to say. I definitely...

Kaylen J.

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Amy H.


Woodbridge, VA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have bachelor's degree in early childhood education and have taught for 11 years. I have taught Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grades and have experience tutoring students in 3rd-5th grade. Along with teaching experience, I have several years of babysitting experience in which I provided care for children in many different...
Amy can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Amy is very reliable, and has many great ideas and activities to keep your children busy. The one thing I love about Amy is that she meets your child where they are, on their learning level and adjust to your child's likes and dislikes. She can also adapt to your...

Tawnie W.

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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: Dementia, meal prep, personal care, mobility assistance, companionship
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We have been using Marilis as an occasional sitter for our boys (5 & 8) for at least two years now and she is wonderful. Like some of her other families, I hesitate to post my rave review for fear that she won't be available as much. But we do love her so I have...

Carissa E.

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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, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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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

Victoria S.

5.0

Vicky has watched my children for several years now and is very dependable. She is excellent in taking initiative and making sure my children are cared for when I am not able to be with them. I feel confident that my children are safe and well taken care of when Vicky is watching them. Both of my...

- Casey M.

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 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!

- Care member

Amy H.

5.0

Amy was a huge help at many steps in our parenting journey! She took care of our infant, traveled on vacation with us, helped around the house and with pets. Her care and understanding of young children is exceptional. She always goes the extra mile and I trust her completely with my home and my...

- Katelyn Q.

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Ratings for Lorton, VA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Lorton, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.