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Rachel M.


Huddleston, VA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

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I would love to care for your loved one like family. I have 5 year experience working in a group home for developmentally disabled children. They were ages 5-18. My daughter has ADHD, she's on the autism spectrum and sensory disorder.
I have 9 years of experience working with daycares and as a sitter. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I also work in world of theatre so creating fun with kids through song and movement is a specialty of mine. When I'm working on a show my schedule can get hectic during the rehearsal process and tech week. Those...
Keighley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Miranda O.


Forest, VA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Throughout my years, I have been blessed to work with many different special needs children, each of them being unique in the most amazing ways! I am currently a Kinesiology student at UMD in College Park and I am pursuing a career in Occupational Therapy with Special Needs children. Working closely with these children makes me...
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Faye L.


Bedford, VA

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Natural Caregiver

Hello to all, I love helping people and serving others. I have 10 plus years as a medical assistant and instructor. I have had the honor to serve alongside my husband who recently retired as an Army Chaplain . I love helping whether it's cleaning, pets or special needs. I don't mind special requests or scheduling changes to...
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Eden T.


Lynchburg, VA

$13-18/hr7 yrs exp

I have a very special place in my heart for children with special needs. I have worked with them for about 3 years and I absolutely love it. I have learned how to meet them where they are at developmentally and I have a patient and gentle personality! If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to me!
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Miranda O.


Forest, VA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Afternoon Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a full-time employee at the Ivymount School, which is a school in Rockville, MD for children with special needs. I am looking for part-time, evening work for extra income. I received a Bachelors degree from UMD and a Masters degree in Special Education from George Mason University. Although my emphasis is children with...
Miranda can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Mary H.


Lynchburg, VA

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

I am currently a junior at Liberty pursuing a nursing degree, looking to fill some voids in my weekly schedule. I have babysat the last 10 years working with all ages and personalities. I love to be hands on and interactive with kids, encouraging activity and imagination! I'm an outgoing, bubbly personality, and flexible with...
Hi! I have 6 years of experience babysitting children newborn-middle school, and children with special needs. I worked as an after-school counselor with elementary schoolers for a year, and I grew up with 5 siblings, so I am very patient! I love reading books aloud and playing games!
Blythe can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Courtney M.


Lynchburg, VA

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

I am 24 years old. I have approximately 13 years of experience in babysitting, nannying and working at a daycare with children of all ages, including those with special needs. I graduated May 2019 from Liberty University with a degree in Exercise Science. I am CPR, First Aid and Basic Life Support certified. I love working with...
Courtney can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Stacy M.


Forest, VA

$13-20/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny And/or Lower Level School Tutor Available

My interest include the outdoors, reading, music, sports, cooking/cleaning, etc. I have many years experience babysitting and looking after special needs children.
Stacy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
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Scarlett S.


Lynchburg, VA

$17-50/hr6 yrs exp

Searching For Part-time & Full-time Nannying Jobs

I have been working/volunteering in child care since I was 11 years old. I volunteered in the special needs' ministry in my church for about 8 years. I have worked at a couple daycares as well as babysat for a family for a couple of years. Most of my experience has been with 1-4-year-olds but I love kids of all ages!
Scarlett can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Janelle F.


Lynchburg, VA

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

I graduated from the College of Saint Benedict in MN with a biology degree in 2023 and am currently pursuing graduate studies at Liberty University, with aspirations for medical school soon. Certified as an EMT and with Red Cross certifications in CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard instruction, I bring a diverse skill set to...
Janelle can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

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Carson R.


Lynchburg, VA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Get To Know Me

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Carson, and I've worked with children and families since I first could in 7th grade. Needless to say, caring for others is my thing! I would love to help in any way that I can during this next stage of my life. I'm getting my Master's at Liberty to become a counselor, and I'll be working part-time for the School of...
Carson can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hello I'm a PCA who has been in the business since 1997. Med trained extensive background in dementia care, trach, g tube feeding, and wound care.
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Kassandra B.


Lynchburg, VA

$13-15/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have had extensive experience working with special needs children through a program at my church in Virginia called Transition, where we offer one-on-one aid to children so that they can take part in church activities.
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Janelle F.


Lynchburg, VA

$18-24/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Janelle! I graduated from the College of Saint Benedict in MN with a biology degree in 2023 and am currently pursuing graduate studies at Liberty University, with aspirations for medical school soon. Certified as an EMT and with Red Cross certifications in CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard instruction, I bring a diverse...
Janelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Cynthia S.


Lynchburg, VA

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

I have more than 20 years of experience working with both children and adults with special needs. My academic background is in learning and developmental psychology. I'm familiar with Applied Behavior Analysis principals and have worked with care teams to develop and implement programs/plans to manage challenging behaviors and...
I have 32 years of experience at state facility for persons with ID. Upon the closure of the facility and pending furlough, I retired. In my last position, my duties included but were not limited to discharge and transition. I started my career as direct care staff. I also worked in a residential setting supporting persons with...
Hi there! I currently work in the adaptive program in a classroom with the highest needs kids at a local high school. I have worked there for four years and it has been the most fun and rewarding job I've ever had! I am extremely reliable, fun and caring!

Sarah K.


Forest, VA

$13-17/hr6 yrs exp

I have a brother who has down syndrome. He is my best friend and we do so much fun stuff together! :))

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