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Jayla L. - Seeking Work in Washington

Nanny Jayla

Washington, DC
$25/hr
Full-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

I’m a nurturing and experienced nanny with over 5 years of professional childcare experience, including a background as a preschool teacher. I’ve cared for children from infancy through school age, supporting key milestones such as potty training, early speech, social development, and school readiness. I bring structure, creativity, and warmth to each day—planning engaging, age-appropriate activities and building strong, trusting bonds with both children and parents. I also have experience traveling with families and assisting school-age children with after-school routines and homework. Whether helping with first steps or supporting growing independence, I love creating safe, joyful environments where kids can thrive.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

Recent reference

"Jayla has such a sweet person and my kid loved her!! The reason she doesn’t work for us anymore is because we moved. She built a strong connection with my son and he always looked forward to seeing her when she came. She communicates well, she a hard worker, she’s caring. She was a part time preschool teacher and also was taking care of my son. She came with us when we traveled and even on her days off, if I needed her she came. So she’s very dependable. She’s a great person. Any family who picks her will be lucky to have her!!"
- Antoinette
Dontaé G. - Seeking Work in Washington

Nanny Dontaé

Washington, DC
$20/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Dontaè. I am a nanny looking for a new family to work with starting asap. My hours are very flexible and I have experience with infants- grade school children.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

Recent reference

"I hired Dontae for about a year (2020-2021) . She is the most trustworthy, attentive babysitter I have come across by far. She is an excellent caregiver, she is patient, understanding, gentle, and responsible. In the duration of the time that dontae cared for my daughter, my daughter had a strict feeding schedule (due to medical reasons) and Dontae made it her priority to keep up with that schedule. Dontae had also shown to have good experience of what to do in case of an emergency. Dontae made it POSSIBLE for me to go to work, and have peace of mind knowing that my daughter was in good hands. I’m forever thankful I came across Dontae’s babysitting profile! I recommend Dontae 100%!"
- Grecia
Kyla G. - Seeking Work in Washington

Nanny Kyla

Washington, DC
$18/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi there! My name is Kyla. I grew up in colorful family of teachers in NW Washington D.C. and just relocated back to the area from the West Coast.
Since the start of COVID-19, I have decided to make a career change from public health administration to child care / education in hopes of maintaining a healthy work-life balance while still exercising my passion for family development.

As a sitter, my goal is to help families bond and prosper without overstepping boundaries. I aim to strengthen relationships by lightening the demanding workload that comes with being a parent to enable families more time and emotional energy to live in the present.

(Fully vaccinated and CPR/AED certified through The American Red Cross.)

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR

Recent reference

"We have been so happy with Kyla and my daughter just adores her. She is very patient and kind with her. She is reliable and flexible. Kyla is creative and artistic which makes for fun new experiences. I also trust you to always be open and honest with me which is a must. I definitely recommend her!"
- Sara
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How to Hire Special Needs Child Care in District of Columbia

First, you should understand your requirements and preferences for this position and create your special needs nanny job. Then, as you find candidates that you like, you can message them to learn more about them. After you found the right candidate, you can take advantage of Nanny Lane’s services, including background checks, PLUS, and nanny payroll.

Common Responsibilities of Special Needs Child Care in District of Columbia

The roles and responsibilities of a nanny caring for a child with special needs vary from position to position. Special needs nannies have diverse experiences with different needs and abilities. If your child has a consistent schedule or meals that they like to eat, your nanny’s responsibilities can include pick up/drop-off, meal preparation, and any other tasks needed to ensure the children’s well-being. It is essential to take these factors into account when determining how much you should pay a special needs nanny.

Interview Questions for Special Needs Child Care in District of Columbia

As you start to find your favorite candidates for your special needs nanny position, invite them to a nanny interview. Here’s a list of some nanny interview questions to consider asking:

  • What's your experience caring for children with special needs?
  • How comfortable are you with following a routine?
  • Have you taken any special training?
  • Have you ever had an emergency or difficult situation while caring for a child with special needs?

At the end of the interview, if you’d like to move forward with the candidate, you can ask for references to learn more about their experiences.

Contracts for Special Needs Child Care in District of Columbia

Once you have the right candidate for your special needs nanny job, you should present the candidate a job offer. This stage is an opportunity to foster open communication before they start or a situation arises. After presenting your job offer, facilitate a discussion between your family and your special needs nanny to clarify any confusion. Once you have found an agreement with your special needs nanny, you can document this in a contract.

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