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Emilee K.


Sterling, VA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi! I grew up around kids of all ages due to my mom's home daycare business, so I am very comfortable taking care of and teaching children of all ages, from infants to middle schoolers. I'm very patient and understanding, and I encourage kids to communicate what they're feeling in as calm a way as...
Emilee can also help with: Light cleaning, Carpooling
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Rosalie D.


Reston, VA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Smile Creator

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I am friendly and love kids! I started babysitting for my neighbors and family friends at the age of 16 years old. I grew up siblings and with pets. I continued to part time nanny while attending Virginia Commonwealth University. I also worked as a Study Coordinator at the VCU Center for ADHD...
Rosalie can also help with: Grocery shopping, Carpooling, Light cleaning
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Sarah G.


Leesburg, VA

$20/hr8 yrs exp

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I have 10 years experience working as a babysitter and six years of experience as a professional in-home care attendant for children with special needs. I am a speech therapy student and am CPR/First Aid certified for children and infants. I love kids and love working with kids and will be beginning...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, Carpooling
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Tay D.


Sterling, VA

$25-41/hr10 yrs exp

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Tay is Medical assistant, Licensed and Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, she has been practicing Massage and Holistic Wellness since 2010 and has taken continuing education courses to further develop her knowledge, Traditional Thai Massage, Digestive Ailments, Massage for...
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Binioube A.


Ashburn, VA

$18-25/hr6 yrs exp

Graduated From Virginia Tech , Also, Master In Public Health, Founder Of Public Health Without Bor

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I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. Expereinced in Customer Services , and a degreee in Public Helath , I am excellent in Companionship friendship, I like driving as well and helping in shoping
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Linda A.


Reston, VA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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I am a very loving, patient and caring individual who has experience caring for special needs children. I have the temperament and nature for this kind of care. I'd love to offer assistance and help to any family that would love to receive my services. Thank you
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Dasha W.


Ashburn, VA

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

5.0

(1)

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Dedicated care professional with years experience working with young children, special needs, all the way up to elder care. Service to Northern, VA. Loving mother.

Recent review:

5.0
Dasha has been taking care of our 2 year old daughter and at times our 6 year old for the past 10+ months. She is AWESOME. Since the first day we have really appreciated her professionalism and the warmth she...

Reviewed by Sarosh S.

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Erin C.


Great Falls, VA

$10-20/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter/Camp Counselor At Your Service!

1.0

(1)

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Children are intriguing, fun, and are a joy to be around. My experience includes being a babysitter since 2000, child caretaker at a gym (summers of 2003, 2004, and 2005), babysitting over the holidays (2003 - 2006), babysitter for two children (July 2006 - December 2006) and a babysitter for two...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, Travel, Light cleaning, Grocery shopping
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Cindy E.


Reston, VA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Cleaning Services

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I am a very organized and clean person and love to always keep everything clean and organized and if you allowed me to help you I surely will. 10+ years of experience.
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Ashley H.


Ashburn, VA

$25-30/hr1 yrs exp

Fun & Responsible Sitter At Your Service!

5.0

(3)

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I'm kind, sweet, responsible, reliable, gentle, caring, compassionate, and nurturing. I absolutely love and adore children! I have lots of experience taking care of others being an older sister to my two younger siblings. I've also worked with many wonderful families through Care. I have a huge...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I had a birthday party for my toddler and needless to say there were many children in the event running around. Ashley was punctual, has great energy, and the kids loved her! She made sure all the children were...

Reviewed by Jessica Y.

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Moniqua C.


Ashburn, VA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I can help with your errands and projects. Experienced & professional and great, courteous service.
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Rabiya G.


Sterling, VA

$20-32/hr1 yrs exp

Thorough And Friendly Housekeeper In Sterling

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Hey there! Not only have I been raised by a neat-freak for a mom, but I've also worked several food service and retail jobs, and can promise you a tidy and cleaned up house! I'll do it better than any company, for the same exact cost! I can bring my own supplies, save for a mop or vacuum. I'll be...
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Bernard O.


Herndon, VA

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

About Me:

5.0

(3)

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I worked as a senior companion and caregiver for more than 10 years in two different families and enjoyed it, and the families were pleased with my presence. I am an art teacher and lost my job due to covid-19. Since I enjoyed senior living so much, I have decided to come back to it. You will be...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Bernard is the truest definition of the word Blessing. He has been with us for a few months and has made the biggest impact with my dad who is suffering from Dementia at the early age of 69 years old. Bernard...

Reviewed by Nicole D.

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Olga S.


Herndon, VA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver In Herndon, Sterling Afternoon M-F

5.0

(3)

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Hello! Thank you for taking time to read my profile. I have been enjoying helping to the most vulnerable and amazing generation for the last 5 years. I stared work as caregiver because my parents live far away from me and I enjoy helping and making lives of elderly people as much possible happier...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Amazingly helpful and caring. Olga is truly a gem

Reviewed by Helene G.

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Cheray S.


Ashburn, VA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

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Hi there! My name is Cheray, and thank you for having a look at my profile. I have a bachelor's degree and a broad range of life and care experiences. I chose senior care after a successful career working for the DoD. I returned to the care field as it was always my passion! Experienced in all...
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Rebecca C.


Great Falls, VA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

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I provide pet sitting and walking services! I have experience working with all animals(from dogs to chickens and so much more!) and great references. I love animals of all sizes and ages. I can also perform baths and light grooming.
Rebecca can also help with: Pet walking, Pet transportation, Pet sitting, Grooming

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I am a dog and animal lover through and through! I have two Australian shepherds of my own. I provide dog sitting and dog walking services. I love dogs of all sizes.
Kaleigh can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting
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Elisa L.


Sterling, VA

$25-64/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated And Patient Tutor

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Let me introduce myself; My name is Elisa To my students I am Miss Candy, a 60-year-old grandmother of two. I home schooled my six children from first grade through high school and have 10 plus years of experience working in after school programs and tutoring services. I am a firm, patient and...
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Rosette K.


Aldie, VA

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Spreading Joy And Making Your Life A Bit Easier:)

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I would like to introduce myself by speaking a bit about my academics because it's a main part of my personality. In high school I challenged myself by taking Ap courses and participated in a multitude of extracurriculars. I am now an old Dominion university senior studying business management and...
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Lulit B.


Ashburn, VA

$25-36/hr1 yrs exp

Love To Cook, Very Outgoing

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I have 1 year of experience I can help with Transportation Services and Respite Care. I have been a nursing assistance for over 6 years working on home health nursing, now I am an LPN nurse.
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Zonaira K.


Reston, VA

$35/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hello, my name is Zonaira, I am an experienced child care provider for 4 years! I have a passion for children and love to take care of them. My priority in taking care of children would be their safety. I am also CPR and First aid certified. I worked really well with all ages from infants to...
Zonaira can also help with: Light cleaning, Carpooling

Recent reviews:

5.0
Zonaira was great with my new born! She was well fed, well cared for & helped in developmental stages! She was always on time & created fun activities for my daughter! She grew with our family and would 100%...

Reviewed by Syeda K.

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Jeremiah J.


Ashburn, VA

$25-50/hr1 yrs exp

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I am a 21-year-old with a BS in Psych. I am reliable, enthusiastic, and have experience in child care as well as child education. I used to be a math tutor to middle school and high school kids. I currently work with 2-6-year-olds on the Autism Spectrum (doing Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapy). I...
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Miriam U.


Ashburn, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Wonderful Nanny Part-Time Or Full-Time Available

5.0

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I am a mature, experienced, warm, patient, honest, and nurturing Nanny who provide loving care and attention to kids. I am a former professional preschool teacher. I have more than 10 years of experience working with infants. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have a valid driver's license and my...
Miriam can also help with: Light cleaning, Carpooling

Recent reviews:

5.0
Miriam has been caring for our first child for over a year now, and we hired her when our baby was very small, and we were very cautious new parents. She has always been on time, flexible, follows instructions...

Reviewed by Tami W.

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Victoria H.


Sterling, VA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Available Full Time

5.0

(3)

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I have more than 5yrs experience in care giving both memory and impaired clients. I have worked in different facilities like the nursing homes , assisted living and memory impaired units which has given me wealth of experience to take care of any private client. My clients are always happy with my...

Recent review:

5.0
Victoria is my colleague she pays attention to details and loves her calling of caring for people.she is passionate about what she do.I love working with her

Reviewed by Emmanuella T.

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Amanda D.


Reston, VA

$17-23/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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My name is Amanda and I am originally from Brazil. I have had 2 years of cleaning experience in my moms company while I was living on São Paulo. I am looking for families that would like to have my services long term. But also flexible about one-time service. I would love to hear from you....

Recent reviews:

5.0
Amanda is so great to work with-friendly, reliable, and a great cook. She is thorough and detail-oriented, and goes above and beyond to make sure my apartment is clean and organized. I highly recommend her !

Reviewed by Tasha C.

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Ana P.


Sterling, VA

$18-20/hr

Part-time Care Giver

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I love to see children learn and grow into independent little humans. I've been a live-in nanny to a 3-12 months old. I do feedings, diaper change, play time, naps, walks, play dates, etc. I also do as needed baby sitting services for older children and can help children with homework. I can drive...
Ana can also help with: Carpooling, Travel
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Mirna C.


Herndon, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

5.0

(3)

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I have worked as a nanny since my teenage years for different families, part-time and full-time and different ages. I have many experiences with kids of all ages. I am currently a mother of two teenagers 14 and 15-year-old. I have been a stay at home mom for the last year. I volunteer with childcare...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Mirna was fantastic! Warm, kind and extremely caring. She was on time, very professional and completely put us at ease watching our infant daughter. She cared for our child in accordance with our wishes and...

Reviewed by Christa S.

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Peyton W.


Ashburn, VA

$23-27/hr15 yrs exp

Nanny/Sitter Available Part Time!

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Graduate Physical Therapy student looking for a babysitting/nanny job, preferably part time, but have a flexible schedule for more hours over the summer. I love working with kids and being around them! I've been watching kids from ages under 1-year-old and up for approximately 10 years. I can play...
Peyton can also help with: Grocery shopping, Carpooling, Light cleaning
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Leah T.


Ashburn, VA

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Hi There, Families! My Name Is Leah

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Hello, families! I'm Leah T, a caregiver excited to help out with newborns and young children. I offer a range of services including cooking, laundry, housekeeping, errands, grocery shopping, carpool, crafts, swimming supervision, travel, and remote learning support. With enthusiasm, responsibility,...
Leah can also help with: Grocery shopping, Carpooling, Travel, Light cleaning
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Debbie K.


Ashburn, VA

$11-16/hr5 yrs exp

A Great Caregiver That Enjoys What She Does.

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I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services, Meal Preparation, Light house keeping, bathing/ personal care, Medication assistance, Run errands etc.

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Recent therapy dog reviews

Dasha W.

5.0

Dasha has been taking care of our 2 year old daughter and at times our 6 year old for the past 10+ months. She is AWESOME. Since the first day we have really appreciated her professionalism and the warmth she has shown to our daughters. Both our girls LOVE her so much. She takes feedback really well...

- Sarosh S.

Ashley H.

5.0

I had a birthday party for my toddler and needless to say there were many children in the event running around. Ashley was punctual, has great energy, and the kids loved her! She made sure all the children were safe and having a blast! My own kid just met her today and warmed up to her right away! I...

- Jessica Y.

Bernard O.

5.0

Bernard is the truest definition of the word Blessing. He has been with us for a few months and has made the biggest impact with my dad who is suffering from Dementia at the early age of 69 years old. Bernard keeps my dad engaged and active by going for walks, taking him to play sports and having...

- Nicole D.

Olga S.

5.0

Amazingly helpful and caring. Olga is truly a gem

- Helene G.

Zonaira K.

5.0

Zonaira was great with my new born! She was well fed, well cared for & helped in developmental stages! She was always on time & created fun activities for my daughter! She grew with our family and would 100% recommend!

- Syeda K.

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