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Special needs caregivers in Philomont, VA

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Liz H.


Ashburn, VA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(7)

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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 from 9-2 or weekends. I...
Liz can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Liz came through for us in a pinch and we couldn't be happier we found her! She took great care of our 14-month old daughter, including dinner and bedtime routines. I absolutely recommend her and would love to work with her again."

Kristin W.

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Steven W.


Ashburn, VA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Differently-Abled Individuals Increase Their Independence

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have more than 18 years of experience working with differently-abled individuals who fall on the spectrum, are ADD, ADHD, ODD, and more. My passion is to help clients reach their God given potential no matter what issues they may be facing in life. l really love supporting clients in becoming more independent. I also, support...
5.0
"Steve cares for my teenage special needs son every afternoon after school. He is great with getting him outside for some exercise every day after a long day at school."

Mark S.

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Lori S.


Leesburg, VA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Stop and Smell the Roses....

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have MUCH experience with individuals with various special needs. I am PRN overnights on occasion contracting with the government for woman whom have been warded to the state and found to have severe psychological diagnoses. It gives great satisfaction to encourage them to lead productive/social lives(safely) promoting a...
5.0
"5 big stars for Lori! She did an amazing job with my autistic son., I really could not have asked for more. Lori jumped right in, and hit the ground running. She knew exactly how to approach and interact with my son, and she needed very little direction from me....

Kim M.

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Karen V.


Leesburg, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a nanny with 18 years of experience. I'm very dependable, loyal, and have a perfect record. My previous job lasted 12 years and In my current job for 3 years. I will be able to start a new job anytime. I have ample experience working with infants and toddlers, I'm certified in CPR and First Aid, speak both English and...
Karen can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Karen has been an outstanding, loving, and reliable nanny to our children. Our children adore her and we are so grateful for the wonderful care she has given them since they were babies. Karen is always on time and considerate of our family schedule. We happily...

Gina P.

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Grizelle F.


Charles Town, WV

$17-25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Senior Care Offering Dedicated Transportation Services And Compassionate Home Care

Hi, I'm Grizelle, an experienced and compassionate senior care sitter with seven years of dedicated experience. I specialize in providing reliable transportation services for seniors, ensuring their safety and comfort during medical appointments, grocery shopping, and social activities. My goal is to help seniors maintain their...
Grizelle can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Grizzle has exceeded all of my needs and expectations while caring for my mom. She was even able to help me with some small tasks around the house. She has been amazing through it all. It has been a wild road and my mom has not always been the easiest patient. "

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Damaris H.


Ashburn, VA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

I'm a babysitter with 6 years of background, setting designing and implementing age-appropriate activities for each kid. Working with new born, toddlers, children different ages. I'm also a mother of 2 boys, ages 15 and 17 years old.. My first experience as a Mother and Nanny I lived with my children My other qualifications...
5.0
"Thank you so much Damaris I appreciate all your help in caring for my daughter with down syndrome for the definite time of a week .. It was human to have you and trust you that you could do it and take care of my daughter the time I was not at home .. I hope this...

Karah C.

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Erika O.


Ashburn, VA

$14-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting ever since I was 12 y/o. It started out as watching over the younger kids in my neighborhood since I was the oldest kid there. In addition to this, I'd play with and watch over my younger cousins at family reunions while they were infants-toddlers. I volunteered at a local church through a youth bible...
Erika can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Erika is my 3 year old daughter's absolute favorite sitter! I love having her babysit too. She's punctual, dependable, and has even made herself available at the last minute when I had projects at work to complete. She plays with my daughter, reads to her, and has...

Abimbola O.

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Jenna B.


Leesburg, VA

$13-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Jenna and I just recently graduated from Virginia Tech. I have been nannying, babysitting, and pet sitting for over seven years. I was most recently CPR and AED certified in 2020 with the Red Cross. In high school I volunteered with special needs children and participated in Adaptive PE day! I love to have fun,...
Jenna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Traci J.


Ashburn, VA

$30-47/hr10 yrs exp

Former Teacher With Over 15 Years Of Childcare Experience

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have a FULL-TIME (9-6) JOB but am interested in doing some childcare in the evenings/overnight (after 6:30) or weekends. I have been baby-sitting since I was 12 years old. I have a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from the University of South Carolina. I taught third grade for three years, with special needs...
Traci can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Traci has been taking incredible care of our son for over a year now and we highly recommend her. She is engaged and enthusiastic, responsible and dependable, and goes above and beyond and it's outstanding!"

Elizabeth S.

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Elsy L.


Chantilly, VA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a graduate from at George Mason University. I received my bachelor's in Social Work. I have completed 5 years of early childhood and teacher education courses throughout my career. During that time, I also worked at a licensed day care for 3 years and interned in public school preschool and elementary school. I have 5 years...
Elsy can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Elsy for a Super Bowl date night and she was right on time, calm, and competent. All our girls had a good time, the toddler got to bed smoothly, and we plan to hire her again!"

Mary B.

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Amanda G.


Haymarket, VA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Looking Forward To Working With Families Again!!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 30 years of experience working with children of all ages. I was a teacher for 27 years. I specifically geared the latter part of my career working with children that have special needs. Recently, I was a paralegal for a law firm that, unfortunately, had to lay me off due to financial difficulties. I'd describe my...
5.0
"We just hired Amanda but she is already proving to be an absolute God-send for our 3 month old daughter. She is so good with her and is putting this hormonal-mess-of-a-first-time-mom-returning-to-work at ease. Amanda is always a few minutes early, patient and easy...

Amanda M.

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Savannah V.


Boyce, VA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Available

I have over 5 years of experience working with children and children with special needs. I received my degree in Youth Development and Psychology from the University of Virginia, and I have been a tutor, nanny, and most recently a full-time teacher. I am going to graduate school to become a counselor in the fall, so am just...
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Savannah babysat for our two year old for a week this summer. Our sweet little guy had tonsil surgery and needed to be kept out of his school for an additional week and Savannah was an absolute godsend. She has wonderful attention to detail, was thoughtful, caring...

Rebecca T.

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Lori S.


Leesburg, VA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver/Day Support Specialist

3.8

(6)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I firmly believe that life is too short not to love what you do, children and elders have a way of bringing out the best in life and in me. Having attended school for nursing, I am CPR/First Aid and Medication Administration certified, as well as hold a CDA in Early Childhood Education with an emphasis on working with...
Lori can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lori conducted herself very professionally, jumping right in wherever she was most needed. I appreciated the eagerness to help in whatever capacity and the attitude she carried while doing it. I trusted my family ( my children, my Mother in law, our home and our...

Joe S.

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Daniela O.


Sterling, VA

$16-26/hr

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Daniela. I live in Sterling, VA. I am 36 yo; I have been married for 15 years, and I have two kids, a 14 and 12 years old. I am looking for a job as a caregiver because that's what I love doing the most. After the pandemic hit, I was a caregiver of a young female adult with depression and anxiety, and an older man...
5.0
"I have multiple sclerosis and needed assistance with everyday life tasks in my house like cleaning out my fridge and folding laundry and prepping dinner. She smiled the entire time she was here. She is personable and friendly, dependable and thorough. Not only did...

Nancy D.

Hi! My name is Ana. I love caring for others. I have a nursing degree from my home country, Brazil. I care for kids, seniors, people with special needs, and pets. I have experience as a pediatric nurse as well as a CPR and first aid experience.
Ana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, transportation, errands, dementia & more
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Deanna S.


Sterling, VA

$13-15/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience with all ages, multiples, and children with special needs!
Deanna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Heather M.


Berryville, VA

$16-20/hr8 yrs exp

A Compassionate And Experienced Caregiver.

I have a wealth of experience working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. In my previous positions, I have cared for children with a variety of abilities and challenges, providing them with the support and attention they need to thrive. My background in child development and education has equipped me...
Heather can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Julia P.


Chantilly, VA

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I am a 28-year-old free lance artist who was the art director of an enrichment school called Wholesome Campus for 2 years, worked in day cares, and has babysat for many years. I have plenty of lesson plans and fun activities for kids of all ages and I believe kids should have fun while they learn! I am hard working,...
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Winter S.


Haymarket, VA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I would love to give an extra had to make your life a bit easier, I have experience working with children special needs but, I enjoy working with all children no matter their abilities.
Winter can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
I am a mature, loving, responsible, reliable and cheerful person with excellent childcare and interpersonal skills, an extensive experience as both a live-in and live-out nanny. I simply love children, love caring for them and find them fascinating, and I am seeking further nanny work to continue doing what I love and broadening...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Philomont, 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.

Steven W.

5.0

I hired Steven last year to work with my son A who had pretty much been isolated during COVID. I wanted Steven to help him with daily living activities and also to get him more active. I feel grateful to have found Steven as he has been so good with A. He's patient and kind but also understands...

- Natalie R.

Lori S.

5.0

5 big stars for Lori! She did an amazing job with my autistic son., I really could not have asked for more. Lori jumped right in, and hit the ground running. She knew exactly how to approach and interact with my son, and she needed very little direction from me. Her professional background was very...

- Kim M.

Karen V.

5.0

Karen is amazing. Kind, very punctual and great with the kids. Very recommended!

- Care member

Grizelle F.

5.0

"Ms. G" is a one in a million! I'm writing to express my deepest gratitude and highest recommendation for Grizelle. She has cared for my two children (one being diagnosed with ASD) for nearly a year. From the very beginning, Grizelle has proven to be a extraordinary caregiver and showing genuine...

- Care member

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