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Zoey T.
Altavista, VA
$20/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,...
I am looking for a part-time position. I would make an excellent companion, but I am also comfortable addressing care needs (medications, light housekeeping, nutrition, etc.). I have experience in Alzheimers/dementia care and special needs. Please feel free to reach out, I would love to speak with you.
Constance can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, transportation
Skills:
CPR
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...
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: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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...
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
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:
First Aid
CPR
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Colleen S.
Lynchburg, VA
$13-17/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: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Faith M.
Lynchburg, VA
$13-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
I truly enjoy working with people with special needs, I have over 6 years of experience. I feel as though it is my passion and where I belong in life, I want to help people with special needs. I enjoy painting, playing instruments, coloring, playing, games, anything you need me to do I will do!
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have a year of experience being a nanny to two wonderful children.
I worked in a daycare, taking care of up to 8 children at a time, during my second semester of college while also babysitting in the evenings.
I have a year of experience taking care of a teen with special needs.
I am more than willing to help cook and clean...
Isabel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Lyndsey G.
Forest, VA
$16-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi there! I have been babysitting for over 8 years & I am both CPR and First Aid certified. I have babysat kids from ages 1-12 years old & have had responsibilities that included: picking up from school, taking them to different practices (sports or other), cooking quick and easy meals, & also watching them at home. My mom is a...
Lyndsey can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kaity! I'm a 23-year-old college student. I'm trustworthy, responsible, patient, kind, fun-loving, and Christ-centered. I grew up with lots of cousins and family friends and have worked in part-time childcare since I was 15. I have volunteered with my local church children's ministry for years, supervising kids from ages...
Kaity can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alaina M.
Lynchburg, VA
$17-24/hr
Hello! I am a college student living in the Lynchburg area that currently attends Liberty University! I love working with kids or am happy to just clean houses. I grew up in a family of four girls and have since worked with kids at summer and church camps. I am a very creative person and love finding fun things to do with kids....
Alaina can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Eliana S.
Lynchburg, VA
$16/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm passionate about supporting children's growth and development and have six years of childcare experience. I'm known for my calm, nurturing nature and my ability to engage children in a variety of activities. I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, and puzzles with children, and I'm always looking for new ways to make...
Eliana can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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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.
Jordyn D.
5.0
Our family feels lucky to have found Jordyn. She is reliable, a great communicator and really fun - according to my seven-year-old. We look forward to hiring Jordyn again!
- Care member
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