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Special needs caregivers in Colonial Heights, VA

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Alyson L.


Chester, VA

$18-20/hr

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Grew up around many special needs foster children and have experience babysitting infants-toddler aged children. . Would love to hang out with your kiddos. :)
Alyson can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Melissa B.


Hopewell, VA

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Experience Home Health Worker

Hi my name is Melissa and I am a dependable and experienced home health worker! I have been doing in-home health for over six years and I'm looking for at least 40 hours a week! I am a single woman with no children and so I take my job very seriously as it is my main responsibility. I am looking for some thing on going please...
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Aprille E.


Chester, VA

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

I have worked on and off with children since 2012! I have experience with children with special needs as well. I would love to help you and make a fun, safe environment for your kids that will make you feel safe when away.
Aprille can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kate I.


Prince George, VA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi there, I am a caregiver I have worked with clients that are in need of caregiving and special needs. I enjoy helping others and assisting them with everyday needs. work to put a smile on their faces each day and a little happiness to help brighten their day I look forward to potentially working with you
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Natalie Z.


Prince George, VA

$14-19/hr

Experienced Special Education Teacher

I was a special education for 3 years and am currently on my 3rd year of being a paraprofessional working with special needs. I absolutely love my job and all my children.
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Rachel R.


Chester, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistance/Full-Time

I have worked with disabilities and special needs individuals that includes brain and spinal cord injury individuals plus the elderly for over 25 years. I assisted with wheelchair transfer, change catheter and wound care, bathing, dressing, feeding, meal preparation, doctor appointments, errands and light house cleaning.. I...

Meagan I.


Hopewell, VA

$13-18/hr

Preschool Teacher With Special Education Experience!

5.0

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Hello! I am a mother of 2 autistic children, my oldest is 13, and 4 step children. Teaching is my passion and I have been doing it since I was 17yrs old, I'm now almost 33. I have a lot of experience working with children with Autism, Anxiety, food sensitivities, sensory needs, Depression, Speech delays, and developmental...
5.0
"Meagan was friendly and she is always on time. Our children really enjoy her. We would hire her again."

Nicole P.

Pamela F.


Richmond, VA

$20-50/hr16 yrs exp

My Name Is Pamela. I Am A 35 Year Old RN With Over 10 Yrs Experience And A Mother To 4 Amazing Kids!

I'd describe my personality as empathetic, nurturing, and a strong advocate to the most vulnerable populations (babies, toddlers, special needs, elderly, animals etc) I'm looking for a side job to help those in need and to hopefully apply my skills and own personal experiences with my special needs son to help other parents...
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Leann P.


Midlothian, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Companion, Caregiver, Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a very happy person who loves being around people people I'm a retired nurse but I love caring for others. I prefer 4 hour shifts but have done 6 hours
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Tiffany G.


Richmond, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I have 10+ years of experience in the heath field. I've worked in hospitals, assisted living facilities, home health as a medical assistant, Phlebotomist and medication technician. I have also have 10+ years with special needs which consist of autism, down syndrome and intellectual disability in home settings and community....
Tiffany can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, errands, personal care, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Tiffany is a hard worker and makes a special effort to connect with my dad. She is dependable, conscientious and compassionate."

Jackie J.

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Anne M.


Richmond, VA

$25/hr13 yrs exp

Versatile Household Employee

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

My name is Annie and I have been in the household employee field for around 13 years now! I have many years of experience with children of all ages; youngest being a day old to teenagers. I have worked with children who have special needs and children on the spectrum. I do have over 60 hours in childcare trainings, have attended...
Anne can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Anne was very professional. Her resume was extensive and thorough with her employment history in regards to child care. Her numerous letters of recommendation were filled with glowing reviews. She would be an invaluable caregiver to any family."

Shawn B.

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Sue Z.


Richmond, VA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Virginia native living in Richmond. I am professional, knowledgeable, widly experienced, reliable, and passionate about providing compassionate and individualized care to my clients. My schedule is flexible, my preference is part time or short term opportunities. While I am comfortable with all ages, I am not a nanny and...
5.0
"I absolutely cannot say enough wonder things about Sue! From the first point of contact all the way through my surgery she has been amazing from the start. I needed temporary care as I was flying in from California to Virginia for cosmetic surgery - liposuction...

Megan L.

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Anna K.


Midlothian, VA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Future Exceptional Education Teacher

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Anna, and I am a college student that lives in Midlothian, VA. Due to COVID my classes at Longwood University are online, but this gives me a rare opportunity to work while completing my necessary course work. I have worked with children of all ages and abilities. I am currently finishing up my last semester...
5.0
"Anna is such a wonderful child care provider. Patient and loving, our kids are excited to see her again! Would definitely recommend."

Stephen B.

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Taylor C.


Midlothian, VA

$10/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I often go into my mom's classroom to help her out and do simple classroom tasks and occasionally will help with kids. I have also worked at an autistic kids camp, so I have experience with special needs children. In high school, I did a program where I went into classrooms and...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"I could not have asked for a better nanny for my girls than Taylor! She is kind, dependable, and handles anything thrown her way. My girls and I adore her."

Kimberly D.

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Cilicia D.


Richmond, VA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Cilicia everyone calls me CC its not just my nickname its also easier to remember and pronounce. I am 26 years old. I've been working with children my entire life whether it was with my six younger siblings or working in Child Care. I also have a cousin on the spectrum with autism that I work with weekly. I'm...
Cilicia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"CC was great with my toddlers and had them in bed right on time. She also picked up and folded laundry after they went to bed. So nice to come home to everything being put away!"

Sydney K.

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Abbie L.


Midlothian, VA

$22-28/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have many years of childcare experience including a bachelor's degree in children's ministry and I have been a nanny for 3 years. I also have experience working with children who have special needs. One of the reasons I love working with kids is I believe that children are not just the future generation, but they are making an...
Abbie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Abbie has a wide range of experience with children. Working with Abbie in the past, she is very responsible and caring and will be a great fit for the family she works for."

Katherine A.

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Caitlin C.


Richmond, VA

$42/hr3 yrs exp

Energetic And Caring Person

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a combined one year experience of working with children with special needs. I also presently work in an elementary school as an instructional assistant for a Special Education teacher. I am in graduate school now for MEd Counseling with a concentration in School Counseling so I am passionate about making sure kids are...
Caitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ms. Caitlin was our summer nanny for Summer 2022. She was great with our 3 boys, they loved her. Caitlin played with the kids, encouraged outside play, took them to a local farm to pick cherries and managed camp schedules. The kids enjoyed having her and we were...

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Justine O.


Richmond, VA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Seasonal Care Provider For Special Needs Individuals

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Justine and I currently work in special education. I have worked with individuals with disabilities since the age of 12 and have many different experiences. Some of these include private tutor, camp counselor, attendant/care taker, teacher, sports coach, and mentor. I am looking for occasional care taking in the...
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Jennifer M.


Richmond, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional RN Looking For Childcare job.

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Saturdays + overnight (if needed) Hi! I am a Mom of 2 grown girls, a retired Registered Nurse of 35 years with a concentration in pediatrics (8 years in NICU), CPR certified and have my own available transportation. I am currently working M-F as a Nanny of 2 children (4yrs and 2years). I have been their Nanny for 4 years and...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jen watched our daughter while we were visiting Richmond from out of town. We were nervous at first to leave our daughter with someone we had never met but talking to Jen and then meeting her in person immediately put us at ease. She was so sweet to our daughter...

Andrew W.

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Rachel B.


Richmond, VA

$16-50/hr3 yrs exp

Fun And Compassionate Caregiver

Hello! My name is Rae I am a 23-year-old caregiver looking for a family to help. I have been doing childcare for about 9 years and started working with disabled kids about 3 years ago. I have experience with kids of all ages and abilities. I am compassionate, knowledgeable of disabilities, hardworking, and fun for kids. I will...
5.0
"I am a Physical Therapist. I got to work along Rea with a family we know. She takes amazing care of the kids in which she is hired. She truly loves her families. She implements the programs the families want implanted. She is observant and attentive to a...

Andrea L.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Colonial Heights, VA

Meagan I.

5.0

Meagan was friendly and she is always on time. Our children really enjoy her. We would hire her again.

- Nicole P.

Tiffany G.

5.0

Tiffany is a hard worker and makes a special effort to connect with my dad. She is dependable, conscientious and compassionate.

- Jackie J.

Anne M.

5.0

Anne was very professional. Her resume was extensive and thorough with her employment history in regards to child care. Her numerous letters of recommendation were filled with glowing reviews. She would be an invaluable caregiver to any family.

- Shawn B.

Sue Z.

5.0

I absolutely cannot say enough wonder things about Sue! From the first point of contact all the way through my surgery she has been amazing from the start. I needed temporary care as I was flying in from California to Virginia for cosmetic surgery - liposuction and a fat transfer to my derrière...

- Megan L.

Anna K.

5.0

Anna is such a wonderful child care provider. Patient and loving, our kids are excited to see her again! Would definitely recommend.

- Stephen B.

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