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Special needs caregivers in McLean, VA

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Kelly O.


McLean, VA

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

Special needs

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Hey I'm Kelly! I'm a college student majoring in psychology . During the school year I work at a home for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities and autism, and last summer I worked at an outdoor summer camp for kids! I'm super friendly, reliable, and responsible! I have a car and can provide transportation. Let...
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Samarth S.


McLean, VA

$40-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hi, I have worked with students with autism and developmental delays. I believe every child is capable of overcoming their challenges if they have patient and understanding teachers who meet them where they are and build up.
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Emma M.


McLean, VA

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

Student Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. My name is Emma and I am currently a sophomore Nursing student at Georgetown University. I am trustworthy, caring, motivated, and compassionate. I am currently an Emergency Medical Technician and I am CPR certified. I also have experience in child care and working with individuals with intellectual and developmental...
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Ivanna C.


McLean, VA

$21/hr7 yrs exp

Jolly Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! This is Ivanna! I am a reliable, patient, caring and a supportive person. I have being an au pair for two years and families have been so happy with my job. I took care of different children and special needs children as well. It has been a wonderful journey. I am a good cook. Also I am very clean and organized, I...
Ivanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Lilia C.


McLean, VA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

I've always had a passion for caring for children, which led me to pursue a career as a childcare provider. I have a degree in psychology and three years of experience working with kids in that area. I've been working the last two years with a family of 4 kids under 5 as a nanny. I also have experience working with newborns,...
Lilia can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Morgan H.


McLean, VA

$30/hr3 yrs exp

About Me:

Hello! My name is Morgan, and I am pursuing a nursing degree, which has equipped me with a deep understanding of child development, health, and safety. My studies have also enhanced my ability to handle various medical and behavioral situations calmly and confidently. With several years of experience caring for children of all...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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John S.


McLean, VA

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Holden. I currently live in Richmond VA. Looking for some extra money as an aide or care assistant. In college, I worked as an aide for a teenager with special needs and volunteered for a group that put on events for student in the area with special needs.
John can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Andie G.


McLean, VA

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hi! I work part-time as a pediatric occupational therapist but have availability Monday and Wednesday mornings for childcare. I would also be happy to help with date nights during the week too. I have a lot of experience working with kids, including those with special needs. I worked part-time as a nanny while completing...
Andie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Susan A.


Potomac, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Care Provider Specializing In Special Needs Or Children W/ The Need For More In div. Attn.

4.0

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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, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"A hidden gem! It's hard to believe we have not known Susan our entire lives. Her ability to establish deep, personal and meaningful relationships with her clients is unsurpassed. The kindness, patience she has shown to our family member in need has been...

Kelli G.

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Sharon P.


Vienna, VA

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

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:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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.

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Marjorie A.


Alexandria, VA

$22-25/hr7 yrs exp

My name is Marjorie. I have 7 years of experience nanny/babysitter with kids of all ages, from 2 months to 13 years old, and I also have experience with special needs kids. I really enjoy taking care of children and I would love to be part of your children rearing and development. A few things about me: tidy, dynamic, and...
Marjorie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Marjorie is very dependable and responsible. She loves take care of children and it's a good dog walker too. Very creative for kids activities and excellent driver. I would like to recommend Marjorie to anybody !"

Karol F.

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Shannel S.


Arlington, VA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a graduate from Rutgers University, New Brunswick in May 2018. I graduated with a bachelors degree in Public Health, and a completion of my minor in Spanish. I've completed an accelerated RN program in 2020 and now work as an RN in DC. I have been working In healthcare for over 5 years. I'm passionate about caring...
Shannel can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, personal care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"You cannot go wrong with picking Shannel. She's an excellent caregiver and companion. She's very passionate, empathetic, caring and I can tell she really enjoys what she does. Shannel took care of my 79 year old mom. She was always punctual, if she was running...

Rosaline S.

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Queeny B.


Washington, DC

$30-40/hr8 yrs exp

Hello! Welcome To My Profile!

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

My name is Queeny and I work with children professionally including school aged children and little ones ages 0-3. Can you guess my profession? I look at the family holistically, supporting children in their activities of daily living (feeding, toileting, etc), self regulation, fine motor, etc. I utilize a lot of crafts that are...
Queeny can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Queeny did a great job engaging my kids!"

Sarah R.

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Rachel T.


Rockville, MD

$19-25/hr1 yrs exp

My name is Rachel and I am a child care/special needs professional. I have experience working with children of all ages from all different circumstances and abilities. I am also open to working with teens and adults. I am caring, creative, responsible, energetic, perceptive, and engaging with a great sense of humor and a focus...
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Bari F.


Arlington, VA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Teacher, Part Time Babysitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am looking for an after school babysitting job. I am currently a full-time teacher in Fairfax County. This is my 6th year teaching! I have taught grades 1-3, special education and general education. I have had several babysitting jobs since I moved to Arlington in 2012. My responsibilities have included picking children up...
Bari can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"My girls loved Bari when she watched them for 2 days last month. She played lots of fun games with them and fun crafts. The girls can't wait until she babysits for us again."

Susannah M.

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Bervely E.


Arlington, VA

$25-27/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have special need experience. I have volunteered in church daycare and summer camps. I have the patience and compassionate heart to do my service and make sure my service schedule matches your family needs. I have worked with two families whom I took care of their kids and did house work. I have experience with kids with...
5.0
"Highly recommend and will definitely use her again!"

Jessa B.

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Queeny B.


Washington, DC

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked as an ABA therapist and as a camp counselor at a camp for children with special needs in Rhinebeck, NY.
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Kailey M.


Vienna, VA

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kailey has been a big help to our family and we appreciate her flexibility. Somtimes she did camp pickup and dinner preparation, sometimes she entertains the kids herself, other days she does errands and drives the kids where they need to be. She can do anything,...

Rose G.

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Jasmine B.


Arlington, VA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Jasmine and I am currently a Rehabilitation Technician at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital. My dream is to one day open a Pediatric Occupational Therapy practice of my own. I absolutely love working with children and have more than 10 years of experience. Most of my experience has come from my great...
Jasmine can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I had the pleasure of meeting Miss. Jasmine B at church over 5 years ago and have had the pleasure of working alongside her in children's church. She is such an inspiration to so many children and adults. Jasmine is highly motivated in her interaction with children...

Lisa T.

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Meredith R.


Washington, DC

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Meredith

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm an AU student but I am taking this semester off. I love arts & crafts, playing outside, reading, and playing games with kids. I have a great deal of experience. Most recently I've been working with a family with 2 little girls (ages 2 and 2 months). Before that, I nannied in a 4-child- household for about 2 years. Last...
Meredith can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Meets all my requests and if I told her specific details she follows them kids listen to her and she comes in on short notice keeps the house clean "

Dapre S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in McLean, VA

Susan A.

5.0

A hidden gem! It's hard to believe we have not known Susan our entire lives. Her ability to establish deep, personal and meaningful relationships with her clients is unsurpassed. The kindness, patience she has shown to our family member in need has been seamless. She is flexible and adapts to...

- Kelli G.

Sharon P.

5.0

We had the pleasure of working with Sharon for approximately 18 months from 2022 to 2024. Sharon first met our daughter when she was 4 months old and finished with us when she was 21 months old. In that time, we witnessed a person of incredible talent, professionalism, nurturing compassion, good...

- Tiffany S.

Marjorie A.

5.0

Marjorie is very dependable and responsible. She loves take care of children and it's a good dog walker too. Very creative for kids activities and excellent driver. I would like to recommend Marjorie to anybody !

- Karol F.

Shannel S.

3.0

She is very pleasant, but very green. Hired her to help me post major abdominal surgery with chores and help my handicapped mother. When i needed her to step up, She didn't. When I asked her to step up, she told me she refused to be my house maid, when all I ever asked her to do was vacuum (I'm not...

- Susan E.

Queeny B.

5.0

Queeny was always on time and willing to do what was asked of her. She is easy to be around and talk to. We felt comfortable having her in our home.

- Joanna G.

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