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I am a 35-year-old female, college educated, who loves kids. I have worked in the care giving industry for almost 10 years now. I have also most recently headed the art program at an all girls camp and I've been a theatre educator working with children and adults. My experience is with children ages newborn to 13 and I've worked...
Jenny can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
My name is Jessica, I have a Home Health Care Company. I have 5 years of experience with working with clients with disabilities such as Autism, Bipolar Disorder, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Lou Gehrigs Disease and others. I'm able to assist with feeding, (G-tube) Personal Hygiene, Seizure protocols, Dressing Assistance, ADLS,...
Samantha L.
Norfolk, VA
$10-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Married my high school sweetheart in March of 2020. Together we have 1 dog, & a baby girl born in June 22'. My husband's active duty Navy, currently stationed out of Norfolk, VA. I grew up with a open heart and mind for those with special needs as my sister has autism. I received two years of hands-on experience in a Sped...
Experience with special needs, intellectual/physical disabilities. Autism, down-syndrome, alcohol syndrome, Huntingtons Disease, Alzheimer's and Dementia, Incontinence Care, CPR and First Aide certified. Hoyer and Arjo lift trained. Mental health disorders and mental health first aid trained. Medication Administration.
Assisted with Down syndrome as well and cerebral palsy. I provide bathing, incontinent car, transferring, dressing, feeding, socializing, activities, laundry, meal prep, light housekeeping for the client only.
Laura G.
Chesapeake, VA
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have much experience with childcare (I have been babysitting since I was 12). This year I was a teacher assistant and next year I will be a kindergarten teacher. 5 years ago, I began providing respite care for special needs families. I have much experience with Autism, ADHD, Down Syndrome, food allergies, hearing impairment,...
Brooke R.
Norfolk, VA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have worked in group homes for 4 years. Assisting with down syndrome, diabetes, mental retardation, brain damage, and autism. I've showered dressed and transferred clients and much more.
I served as a foster parent for several years, dealing with children with various needs and ages. We were blessed to have been asked to care for an infant with down syndrome. We adopted her and she is 9 years old now and amazing. I have been working in retail and am not satisfied. My heart is in caring for others and making a...
Shari W.
Virginia Beach, VA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm An Honest, Reliable, Loving And Nurturing Young Woman Looking To Provide Care.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I m a caring, compassionate, invested and dependable person. I've worked for The City of Virginia Beach for 9 years taking care of adults with special needs. I have experience working with a wide variety of disabilities including all levels of autism, down syndrome, fragile x, wheelchair and those with more complex disabilities....
5.0
"Shari has been a part of our family for almost 9 years. She's compassionate, understanding and loving to not only our daughter who she cares for as if she were her own but our entire family. Shari works hard, is very dedicated and she would be an incredible asset...
Yvette Y.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I consider myself to be a very caring, compassionate and dependable person. I worked for The City of Virginia Beach for 9 years taking care of adults with special needs. I have experience working with a wide variety of disabilities including all levels of autism, down syndrome, fragile x, wheelchair and those with more complex...
Shari can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Shari is one of the smartest and nicest people I know. She's patient, loving, and kind. I trust her. She is an amazing person. "
Christina M.
Hi, I'm Isabella! I have a heart for kids with special needs and have a younger brother who has Down Syndrome, Tourette's, and Autism. He is my best friend. I have been babysitting for him since I was little, have babysat a newborn with Down Syndrome, am a regular babysitter for a boy with Autism and his sister, and was a nanny...
Kassandra W.
Newport News, VA
$14-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello All! I Am An Actuve RBT In The Hampton Roads/Suffolk/Smithfield Area!
I am currently working as a full time RBT with kids on the Autism Spectrum and with kids with Down syndrome. I am looking to be an occasional babysitter for children with special needs, as I do already have a full time job. I have experience with feeding tubes, aggressive behaviors, sensory issues, stimming, etc. Feel free to...
Hi, I'm Isabella! I am 20 years old and I am a junior at Christopher Newport University. I have 10 years of experience and know how to care for children newborn to teenager, kids with allergies, and young kids with special needs (I have a non verbal brother with Down syndrome, Autism, and Tourette's). I have my drivers license...
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I m a caring, compassionate, invested and dependable person. I've worked for The City of Virginia Beach for 9 years taking care of adults with special needs. I have experience working with a wide variety of disabilities including all levels of autism, down syndrome, fragile x, wheelchair and those with more complex disabilities....
Shari can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care
Dara T.
Virginia Beach, VA
$12-16/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
As a childcare provider with nine years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing and educating young minds. My background in early childhood development has equipped me with the knowledge and skills to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. I pride myself on being patient, calm, and creative,...
Dara can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
As a swim coach I work with the kids who need extra attention, This includes kids with Down syndrome and Autism. I find working with the special needs children to be more fulfilling as special needs individuals can be the most joyful people you've ever met!
Jennifer L.
Suffolk, VA
$10-25/hr
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am very passionate about special needs children as well as the elderly. I have lost quite a few loved ones due to health issues with age and I have a soft spot in my heart for them. When it comes to children, I hope to one day after completing my master's degree to work with special needs youth within our court system. I have...
I have experience doing personal care for down syndrome. I helped him on and off the bus, transfers in and out of his wheelchair, I made meals, bath time, and helped with physical therapy. I have tutored ADHD first grader and helped her with her homework pages and reading. I truly believe that special kids deserve some special...
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