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Jennifer L.


Suffolk, VA

$10-25/hr

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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 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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Laura G.


Chesapeake, VA

$10-20/hr5 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,...
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Jessica R.


Portsmouth, VA

$15-19/hr5 yrs exp

Bubbly Caregiver, Who Loves To Provide Fun Services.

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,...
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Samantha L.


Norfolk, VA

$10-25/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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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...
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Ann W.


Carrsville, VA

$14-15/hr10 yrs exp

Bubbly Sitter With Years Of Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Ann and I have been babysitting and providing childcare since I was 10 years old. At that time, my first nephew was born and I have helped raise him every step of the way. I have experience with kids of all ages, including those with special needs including down syndrome, autism, aggression issues, and special...
Ann can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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"Ann is the best caregiver we’ve had! She watched our son overnight and did a wonderful job! Our little boy keeps asking for Ann to watch him again and again because he had so much fun!!!"

Jake C.

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Isabella S.


Newport News, VA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/nanny For Child With Down Syndrome

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...
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Brooke R.


Norfolk, VA

$10-15/hr4 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.
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Andrea L.


Norfolk, VA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

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.
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Kassandra W.


Newport News, VA

$14-20/hr2 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...
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Isabella S.


Newport News, VA

$15-16/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable, Sweet Babysitter

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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Karen M.


Chesapeake, VA

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

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...

Alicia M.


Norfolk, VA

$15-19/hr1 yrs exp

Special Care For Special Kids

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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