Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Chesapeake, VA

$20-32/hr

Elder Care Or Special Needs

Hi. I'm Lisa. I'm the parent of a special needs child on the autism spectrum. I also assisted with care for my mom, who was completely incapacitated by a stroke and lung cancer, and my grandmother had Alzheimers. I've never held a paid position caregiving, but I have a great deal of knowledge from my own family. I work part-time...

Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands, respite care, light cleaning & more

Kalina O.

$12-17/hr • 2 yrs exp

EMT-B Senior Care

Hi I have always had a passion for caring for others as I truly enjoy helping others and my health care career has definitely added to it! I am a certified EMT-B Virginia and national healthcare provider with education in advanced life support, pre hospital emergency care, PALS, BLS and ALS CPR certificated. I also have...

Kalina can also help with: Dementia, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands

Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Elizabeth C.

$12-17/hr • 2 yrs exp

Ready To Help!

I am a previous special needs and English teacher with experience as a disabled in-home carer. In 2022, my grandmother was diagnosed with breast cancer and I drive to Wisonsinnto take care of her through testing. This added a new desire to help eldery people who need assistance in every day life when family may not be close or...

Elizabeth can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation

William D.

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Care Giver/Assistant

I first started working with kids with disabilities last fall at The Camphill School of North America. It was originally founded in Germany be Rudolph Steiner, founded upon a philosophy he created called Anthroposophy! I have to be honest, it was not what I expected or envisioned when I got there but it was still a wonderful...

Meredith S.

$14-19/hr

18 Y/o Specializing In Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder

As a swim coach I work with the kids who need extra attention, This includes kids with Down syndrome and Autism. I find working with the special needs children to be more fulfilling as special needs individuals can be the most joyful people you've ever met!

Karen M.

$15-20/hr • 9 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...

Michelle P.

$19-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

ASD Helper

I have 5 years experience as an RBT and 21 years experience of being a mom of a child on the spectrum.

Amber C.

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring individual who has experience with ALS, dementia, alzheimers, Quadriplegic and so many others. Prior Navy Corpsman for 7 years. Huge animals lover, like to organize and help wherever I can. I get along great with my families and always give my patients the kind if care I would expect my family to receive.

Tara A.

Norfolk, VA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Energetic, Dependable, And Experienced Child-Care Giver

5.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children for well over 13 years. I have 10 1/2 years of nanny/ babysitting/personal assistant experience and 3 years of experience as a Behavior Interventionist, where I worked one-on-one with children who have special needs. Currently I am working in a multidisciplinary pediatric clinic for speech,...

Tara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0

"We've just hired Tara as our full-time nanny and couldn't be happier with our decision! Tara was extremely enthusiastic, professional, and punctual in all our initial online/text/phone conversations, and then when we finally met in person she was so friendly and...

Katelyn S.

Elly P.

$20-50/hr • 15 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Elly and I am a current English teacher at Cox High school. I have about a decade and a half of experience with children including teaching, childcare, and special needs caregiving. I am CPR certified, licensed to teach in Virginia, and have a Masters in Education from William and Mary.

5.0

"Our two year old warmed up to Ellie almost immediately. We felt very comfortable trusting her with him for the night. Would hire again. "

Care member

Shari W.

$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Friendly, trustworthy, reliable, dedicated

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I consider myself to be a very caring, compassionate and dependable person. I worked for The City of Virginia Beach for 9 years taking care of adults with special needs. I have experience working with a wide variety of disabilities including all levels of autism, down syndrome, fragile x, wheelchair and those with more complex...

Shari can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Shari is amazing! She is caring, kind and trustworthy. She takes time with our son to play and teach him new things. She is dependable and has even been available on short notice for emergencies. I highly recommend her!"

Rebekah S.

Krystal M.

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Bi-lingual Nanny

5.0

(1)

Hello! I'm Krystal, a mother of five & experienced educator looking to join a family to help your children grow & develop! I enjoy engaging children with activities such as: foreign language, art, sensory, outdoor play, & cooking. I have over 10 years of experience working with children from various backgrounds & different needs...

Krystal can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Krystal is a reliable, warm, communicative childcare provider. I have known her for three years and she has cared for my two sons (ages 3 years and 4 months) on multiple occasions and in different roles (in home babysitter, teacher in daycare facility). She's...

Hilary M.

Shasta S.

Norfolk, VA

$20/hr • 2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm currently a CNA doing home health. I have experience with seizures, dementia / Alzheimer's, special needs, and have one of her many other types of care needed. I'm knowledgeable in the medical field and I pick up and learn very quickly. I'm also very familiar with ALS.

Jasmine C.

$14-29/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional, Experienced, And Dependable Caregiver

4.5

(11)

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Jasmine, and I have over 12 years of experience caring for children; infancy through middle school. I have worked as an Au Pair in Italy, for child care companies, as well as been hired by families to be their caregiver. I've held positions such as a full- time nanny, infant caregiver, a special needs caretaker,...

Jasmine can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

4.0

"My daughter really enjoyed having Jasmine watch her."

Keana T.

Dana S.

$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Babysitter Available!

5.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello!! I am senior at Virginia Wesleyan University in Virginia Beach, VA and am majoring in elementary education! I love helping children learn and grow their minds through knowledge and health through various activities! I love the outdoors and am a certified lifeguard so I would love to take the kids out to the pool or other...

Dana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

CPR

5.0

"This is long overdue, but Dana has been absolutely amazing! I have twins and a husband who very frequently deploys, and she's been a huge help. She's very nice, and gets along with kids really well."

Matea B.

Maggie C.

Norfolk, VA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights And Weekends (the Whole Day)

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a bilingual teacher from Costa Rica with a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education and a Master's degree in Neuroeducation. I am also certified in CPR and have my own car. Currently, I am employed at VBCPS. I can babysit during summer break, holidays and after school. I have experience with Montessori philosophy,...

Maggie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Shirley D.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

5.0

(1)

I have worked with a large group of Special Needs Clients. I have worked with a young adult with Cerebral Palsy, where I had to bathe, feed, prepare meals, change diapers, transfer and reposition him. He could talk some and we laughed, listened to music, sung songs, and I read to him. I cared for a child with Autism, who played...

5.0

"Shirley is an awesome caregiver. She has watched over my son an provided for him with excellent care. She's heart warming an tedious, "

Keenan J.

Shari W.

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm An Honest, Reliable, Loving And Nurturing Young Woman Looking To Provide Care.

5.0

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I m a caring, compassionate, invested and dependable person. I've worked for The City of Virginia Beach for 9 years taking care of adults with special needs. I have experience working with a wide variety of disabilities including all levels of autism, down syndrome, fragile x, wheelchair and those with more complex disabilities....

5.0

"Very dedicated and caring person. Strong advocate for persons with disabilities. Very hard worker and aware of everything going on. Very fair and helpful at all times. Knows what is expected of her and she goes above and beyond her expectations "

Diane C.

Marian T.

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Independent Contracting Caregiver

5.0

(1)

I have 20 years of experience and empathetic personal caregiver with advance cooking and healthcare skills with elderly, disabilities Alzheimer's and dementia as well as special needs.

Marian can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more

Skills:

CNA

5.0

"Marian is very articulate and thorough. She will make sure your loved one is taken care of and will clean up after herself. She will also work other days besides the ones hired if needed. She is professional and is always on time or early for her shift. You can't...

Glenda G.

Whitney T.

$18/hr • 7 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

5.0

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