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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Chesapeake, VA

The average rate is $16/hr as of November 2024

The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Chesapeake, VA

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Victoria H.


Chesapeake, VA

$5-15/hr2 yrs exp

Special-Needs Provider

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm currently looking for a part-time nanny/care attendant position. The family I currently work for are leaving to move back to France in July. I've worked for them for a year. I took care of their two children after school and tutored them. I graduated from college last year with a Psychology degree. I'm currently trying to...
5.0
"Victoria has worked with our family for over a year and has provided wonderful and nurturing care for our son with developmental delays. She has gone out of her way to make sure that he has his needs met. She has driven back and forth to therapy and truly became a...

Laura M.

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Renee S.


Chesapeake, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Or Part-Time

4.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a Certified Nursing Assistant, Registered Medication Assistant, Pharmacy Technician. Also I'm in school for a Phlebotomy Technician by the Virginia State Board of Nursing, with 30 years of nursing experience. I have been lucky enough to work as a CNA for many years and have worked in almost all areas of the nursing field....
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Viola S.


Chesapeake, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there my name is Vi. I have been fortunate to be in the medical and childcare field for over 10 years . I have worked with all types of families and taken care of children from preemies through teens. As well as home health for the Elderly. I have even been blessed enough to work with children with intellectual disabilities....
5.0
"Vi is an incredible caregiver. When she kept my sons (an infant and toddler), they grew very attached to her. My youngest has severe gastrointestinal issues, so I was very skeptical about finding an adequate sitter, but as a nurse she jumped right in and has been...

Kierra B.

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Caitlyn W.


Chesapeake, VA

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Caitlyn! I am a 22-year-old psychology student at ODU, and I have been working with kids for the past 6 years. I have experience with children ages 3 months old to 12 years old, both neurotypical and special needs. I have experience as a nanny/caregiver, assistant teacher, and recreational gymnastics...
Caitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Caitlyn was with our family, providing primary childcare for our son at home, from the age of 3 months old to 2 years old. She was engaging, careful and wonderfully patient as a childcare provider and respectful, communicative and very pleasant to work with as an...

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Bailey S.


Chesapeake, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Stay At Home Mom

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Bailey. I love children and I have a lot of experience with caring for them. I have a 9-year-old daughter myself. I have a baby and toddler-safe home that I am more than willing to share. I have previous experience with special needs children as well. I plan on taking little trips to the zoo, the beach, our pool,...
Bailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"She's a great sitter, I'd definitely use her again."

Lauren R.

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Laura G.


Chesapeake, VA

$19/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! DUE TO ACCEPTING A NEW JOB, I DO NOT CURRENTLY HAVE AVAILABILITY. I am an extremely caring, creative, and bubbly caretaker. I have my master's degree and certification in elementary education prek-6. I am CPR certified and have worked in a daycare facility in an infant room and school-age room. I have also been a respite...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Laura has been a blessing to us the last month. She immediately demonstrated that our daughter was/is her first priority. We are so sad to see her step away from being our full time nanny in hopes to pursue her career. She gave us hope for the world of care-at-home...

Hallie A.

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Wendy O.


Chesapeake, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I will provide care for your seniors, children, or fur babies when you're unable to. I have been a nurse for over 20 years and specialize in pediatrics and senior care. I worked in a pediatric clinic for over 10 years and I have worked in Skilled Nursing and Long Term Care for seniors for over 5 years. I have been in home health...
Wendy can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"I hired Wendy to care for my daughter for a couple weeks. My daughter has never been cared for by anyone outside the family and she is very shy. Wendy was patient, caring and gave her the space she needed to warm up to her. The next time I am in need of child...

Rebecca L.

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Wendy O.


Chesapeake, VA

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

I will provide care for your seniors, children, or fur babies when you're unable to. I have been a nurse for over 20 years and specialize in pediatrics and senior care. I worked in a pediatric clinic for over 10 years and I have worked in Skilled Nursing and Long Term Care for seniors for over 5 years. I have been in home health...
Wendy can also help with: Personal care
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"I can’t say enough good things about Wendy. It was my first time using her as a caretaker for my brother-in-law. She was extremely kind and caring. I went away for the entire day, and didn’t have a care in the world about whether or not he was being taken care of....

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Kelly S.


Chesapeake, VA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

I've been involved with individuals with special needs for over 15 years. I am currently a special education teacher in Chesapeake.
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Maya T.


Chesapeake, VA

$16-25/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hi everyone, I'm Maya! I'm 24 years old, born in 1999. Outside of babysitting, I was a Behavioral Therapist, working with kids with autism for approximately 6 years. I'm a certified Aggressive Behavior Technician and certified Trainer, training possible candidates in the field of ABA. I've worked with kids/adults with high...
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Lisa S.


Chesapeake, VA

$20-40/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Or Senior Caregiver

Hello everyone! I'm Lisa. I'm the parent of an adult son on the autism spectrum. He's high functioning now, but wasn't when he was younger. I am very knowledgeable about neurodivergent behaviors, needs, and therapies. Also, my mom had cancer, combined with a stroke, that left her incapacitated, both mentally and physically....
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Brooke M.


Chesapeake, VA

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny Services

I offer Special Needs Nanny Services, specializing in Learning Disabilities and Autism Spectrum. Additionally, I hold certifications in American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, Bloodborne Pathogens, and possess extensive experience in washing, dressing, grooming, repositioning, medication management, and seizure...
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Tisha J.


Chesapeake, VA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Specials Needs Care Giver

I have been a Special Needs teacher assistant for 18 years. I have worked with the public school system.
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Patricia L.


Chesapeake, VA

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

I worked in the Autism Classroom for the public school system, I have also worked for a company name Easter seal UCP that has special needs as well as typical kids. My passion is to help children move to there next level in life. To help them discover that they can do anything that put there minds to. To help them come self...
I have experienced working people with dementia and Alzheimer and beside that Worked almost 5 years in a Assisted LIVING.
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum supervision is required....
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Bailey S.


Chesapeake, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have cared for special needs several times in the past. I even assist with the special needs olympics from time to time. I have the most experience with autism.
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Daija T.


Chesapeake, VA

$17-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Daija and I'm 23 years old. I'm the oldest of 7 siblings. Right now, I go to Tidewater Community College and I'll transfer to Norfolk State to finish out my Child development associates. I work at a private school called Strelitz International as a teacher assistant but during the summers and back when I was in...
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Ta N K.


Chesapeake, VA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have many years of experience working with people of all ages with various special needs. I can supply you with references and my CV.
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Trenicia K.


Chesapeake, VA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

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.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chesapeake, VA

Victoria H.

5.0

Victoria has worked with our family for over a year and has provided wonderful and nurturing care for our son with developmental delays. She has gone out of her way to make sure that he has his needs met. She has driven back and forth to therapy and truly became a part of his therapy team. She has...

- Laura M.

Viola S.

5.0

Vi is an incredible caregiver. When she kept my sons (an infant and toddler), they grew very attached to her. My youngest has severe gastrointestinal issues, so I was very skeptical about finding an adequate sitter, but as a nurse she jumped right in and has been great meeting his specific needs....

- Kierra B.

Caitlyn W.

5.0

Caitlyn was with our family, providing primary childcare for our son at home, from the age of 3 months old to 2 years old. She was engaging, careful and wonderfully patient as a childcare provider and respectful, communicative and very pleasant to work with as an employee. We were genuinely sad to...

- Care member

Bailey S.

5.0

She's a great sitter, I'd definitely use her again.

- Lauren R.

Laura G.

5.0

Laura has been a blessing to us the last month. She immediately demonstrated that our daughter was/is her first priority. We are so sad to see her step away from being our full time nanny in hopes to pursue her career. She gave us hope for the world of care-at-home and provided our daughter the...

- Hallie A.

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Ratings for Chesapeake, VA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.3 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Chesapeake, VA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.