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Zoey T.
Altavista, VA
$14-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
I'm a dedicated childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and educating children. With nine years of experience, including caring for children with special needs, I've learned that every child is unique and deserves a safe, nurturing environment to thrive.
My strength lies in my ability to balance patience, creativity,...
Natalie F.
Evington, VA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Natalie and I recently graduated from Liberty University with a major in Family and Child Development. I have been babysitting/nannying for the past 9 years but have recently began working with people with special needs. I have been a respite care worker for a little boy with autism for the past year. I have...
Hello! I am a friendly, open minded young lady with an eagerness to help and work where I'm needed. With a bit of high functioning autism and ADHD myself, I have a knack for being understanding and can befriend anyone, regardless of what they're like. I work best with children and teens, and I am ready and willing to learn and...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Natalie! I'm 24 years old and graduated from Liberty with a Family and Child Development degree. I've spent the last 5 years nannying professionally and have 7 years of experience prior to that. I recently said goodbye to my last nanny-share due to the kids starting school and I'm looking for a new family or nanny-share...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of four grown children. I have years of experience working with all ages and special needs.
5.0
"Miss Eileen has been a blessing to our family and my 2 children just adore her. She works with my son with Down syndrome and she is wonderful with him and he lights up every time she comes over. She brings a basket of 'goodies' for my 2.5 year old daughter and she...
Angela F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I graduated college with a bachelors degree in ASL, and currently work full time, but I am available during the summer and for date night/weekends. I have watched several families and have completed a variety of tasks. Some engaging activities that I enjoy doing with children include: coming up with fun games and activities,...
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We LOVED Lindsay! We were so sad to see her move!!!! She is Bright, fun and very dependable!"
Kelly M.
3.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello:) my name is Faith, I am 22 years old, I have a degree in psychology and I have over 8 years of experience with children of all ages and also children with special needs. I can help with Travel, Errands, laundry, cooking, carpooling, diaper changing, cleaning, anything that is asked of me I will do:)
Faith can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
3.0
"There was an unfortunate failure of communication during the initial response phase of the hiring process. "
David R.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have five years in home experience with multi-handicap Cerebral Palsy clients with skilled case needs and mild assisted needs. I have use of special adoptive equipment for different points of health needs. I have 23 years experience with other forms of handicap disabilities and mental handicaps. I look forward to helping you...
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
20 plus years of experience with ederly , kids etc.. very dependable, reliable & available.. I have worked with all types of disabilities.. Special needs & more.. I Am flexible with scheduling..
Miata can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Miata (Mimi) has been a tremendous and true caregiver for my parents from the moment she joined our family in August 2023. A skilled CNA, Mimi has helped with far more than CNA duties and exceeded all expectations. Punctual, honest, friendly, and capable, she has...
Will Q.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 4+ years of full-time experience as a nanny/babysitter/housekeeper. I also have worked with individuals with special needs and as a part time caregiver for over 6 years. I am very accommodating and flexible based on employers needs. I am energetic, reliable, responsible, creative, and interactive.
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sam worked for us for 2 years as a full time caregiver of my three children (ages 6,8, and 12). She was always on time, flexible, and great with the kids! We absolutely love her."
Michelle L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Jordyn, and I am 21-year-old senior in college majoring in Biomedical Sciences - a field I am deeply passionate about. Being an eldest daughter, I have grown up surrounded by younger siblings and cousins, which has naturally nurtured my love for caregiving. I am an excellent multitasker and a go-getter,...
Jordyn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Jordyn watched our two kids while we were visiting from out of town. This was a tough situation as she had never met us or the kids and had to watch them at our hotel room, allowing us to go out to dinner. She was able to quickly connect with both kids, even...
Laura N.
Martha T.
Bedford, VA
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
My name is Martha . I am a wife and mother of four. I have experience as a nanny, special needs and elderly caregiving. I enjoy listening to music and walking outside.
Martha can also help with: Meal prep
Madison S.
Lynchburg, VA
$12-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Madi! I am currently enrolled in a Masters program at the University of Lynchburg. I graduated in 2022 with my bachelor's degree in exercise physiology and sports medicine! I am CPR/AED and first aid certified. I have 6+ years of childcare experience including experience with special needs children. I am also able to...
Madison can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I am a special education teacher of nine elementary students (for the academic years of 2014-2015) with special needs in second and fifth grades. I align, develop, and implement Individual Education Plans to meet student needs and adhere to state regulations. I have implemented and interpreted data from standardized education...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a graduate student looking for a full time nanny job. I have cared for children my entire life. My first babysitting job was when I was 11. I have watched newborns and 18-year-olds. I also have experience with children with special needs. My most recent full time job was working in residential foster care being a caretaker...
Kassandra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I have been babysitting for about 5 years now! I took the "SafeSitters" course at Centra Hospital. I am 18, and going to college online for nursing in hopes to become an RN. I graduated highschool in June, but my senior year was spent at CVCC in the dual enrollment program for health sciences! I am CPR/First Aid certified. I...
Kori can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I particularly enjoy children with special needs and work as a full time educator providing personal care, behavioral support, and academic programming. I have over 25 years experience in this field.
Lidia Y.
Lynchburg, VA
$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have 3 years of experience with childcare, and I plan on majoring in special ed education. I have had 1 year of experience with special needs childcare and love it. I'm a senior in high school and have always loved children :) Happy to help with any age!
Lidia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Elizabeth and I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember. Coming from a family of 6 girls, being a second mom was something I always loved. I have been babysitting and nannying since the age of 12, so I have experience with all ages, full-time nannying, special needs care, and part-time babysitting as...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Colleen S.
Lynchburg, VA
$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a caregiver most of my adult life. I have worked with adults, elderly, special needs small children and infants.
Colleen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Altavista, VA
Eileen S.
5.0
Miss Eileen has been a blessing to our family and my 2 children just adore her. She works with my son with Down syndrome and she is wonderful with him and he lights up every time she comes over. She brings a basket of 'goodies' for my 2.5 year old daughter and she gets so excited to see what...
- Angela F.
Lindsey F.
5.0
We LOVED Lindsay! We were so sad to see her move!!!! She is Bright, fun and very dependable!
- Kelly M.
Faith M.
3.0
There was an unfortunate failure of communication during the initial response phase of the hiring process.
- David R.
Miata H.
5.0
Miata (Mimi) has been a tremendous and true caregiver for my parents from the moment she joined our family in August 2023. A skilled CNA, Mimi has helped with far more than CNA duties and exceeded all expectations. Punctual, honest, friendly, and capable, she has always shown up, done what's needed,...
- Will Q.
Samantha S.
5.0
Sam worked for us for 2 years as a full time caregiver of my three children (ages 6,8, and 12). She was always on time, flexible, and great with the kids! We absolutely love her.
- Michelle L.
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