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Arianna B.


Columbia, VA

$22-23/hr9 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Arianna here, people call me Ari for short. I'm the oldest of 9 and my youngest sibling is 3 years old. I have been a caregiver all my life. Not only from infants to teens, but also to seniors. I've also worked with kids with special needs. References to help people feel more comfortable. I am looking for something full time and...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Lydia H.


Fork Union, VA

$15-22/hr5 yrs exp

Hello, Family's! My name is Lydia! I have been a nanny for baby's ages 2month-9months the last 3 and a half years. I currently nanny I am now a first time mom myself to my sweet 11-month-old son. I have always loved kids of all ages and have been caring for children since I was very young myself. I have had experience tending...
Lydia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Julianna M.


Powhatan, VA

$15-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hey there! I'm Julianna! I was a preschool teacher at a private school until this summer when I decided I wanted to go back to school for a degree in interior design! I am First Aid & CPR certified with experience teaching/ working with special needs children/teens! 5+ years of experience! I'd describe my personality as...
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Tara M.


Powhatan, VA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

I have 6 years of experience. I cared for children from newborns to 7 years old. I worked with special needs children in high school and am currently in college for early childhood special education. I have been watching kids my whole life, I was the family babysitter and they always called me the baby whisperer. I have worked...
Tara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kaylee S.


Powhatan, VA

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

I've spent the last five years as a childcare provider because I want to positively impact the lives of children. I'm patient and calm under pressure, and I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules. I follow parents' preferred communication methods and am comfortable communicating about their child's day or any issues that...
Kaylee can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Rayanna T.


Oilville, VA

$13-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Rayanna! I am a college student at a local community college. I've worked with kids for 5 years and have experience with special needs and disabled care. I have experience working as a teacher for 2-year-olds and daycare experience with ages 1-5yrs. I love crafts, cooking, fashion, animals, and sports! I got...
Rayanna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

i'm an experienced and an enthusiastic nanny who has had all types of experiences ranging from a child who was deaf to a special needs child. I started out babysitting in my local neighborhood for children of family friends and after a while of working for them they would start recommending me to their friends and that's how I...
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Margaret R.


Palmyra, VA

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Safety Is My Characteristic

I am working as an Instructional Assistant for Burley - Moran elementary school in Charlottesville for our STAR program. I work with students from KG thru 4th grade in all levels . Autism Spectrum and special needs children Is my passion in all levels . I believe that safety and security of these amazing children is priority in...
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Carol S.


Keswick, VA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Special Needs Helper.

My teaching certification is in Special Education. For over 12 years, I have worked with physically impaired, developmentally and cognitive delayed students. I have worked with autistic students. I am patient, yet firm. I have great references and I am working on my graduate degree in Social Work. I graduate from Rollins...
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Cecilia J.


Arvonia, VA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am one of 10 children. I worked this year as a nanny and helped homeschool for a family. I also have a lot of experience with special needs children. I am comfortable with any animals. I am great with babies and get along perfectly with older children! However, I will be taking a teaching job in France from February 13th...
Cecilia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Lia H.


Palmyra, VA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Patient Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lia and I love working with children of all ages and abilities! I have cared for a range of ages, from infants all the way to young adults. I also have extensive experience with children and young adults with special needs. My main experiences in this area have been through caring for those with autism and...
Lia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Crystal B.


Troy, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care/Child Care/Pet Care

Hi, I am originally from Michigan. Moved to Virginia to get away from the freezing cold and I loved the mountains. I started my career in healthcare as a CNA, did both long term and home health, transitioned to a RN and have been doing supervising and home health for 12 years. I have a love for dogs and horses, I have raised...
Crystal can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance, respite care & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

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Whitley B.


Powhatan, VA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Whitley. I have been a caregiver for multiple different ages and absolutely love it. I hope to join you and your family and provide any extra help that might be needed. Hope to hear from you!
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Lauren P.


Mineral, VA

$13-48/hr8 yrs exp

My name is Lauren, I received my CNA license through my high school in 2011, I have worked in a variety of different settings with patients with a variety of needs. I treat everyone that I care for as if they were my family, that way I know they are getting the best possible care that I can give.
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Jacob G.


Bumpass, VA

$14-21/hr

Looking To Care For Local Special Needs Individuals

Hello, my name is Jacob! I'm an Eagle Scout and college student new to the area, looking to care and look after many types of individuals, including infants, children, teens, adults, and seniors who need any form of assistance! My care also extends to those with special needs, with most of my knowledge being on neurodivergence....
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Anna L.


Gum Spring, VA

$15-20/hr

Special Needs Care

I am currently working toward a degree in special education at Vanderbilt University. I have completed a semester of student teaching with students with special needs.
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Laura B.


Powhatan, VA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Special Education Teacher Summer Child Care

I am a special education teacher with 25+ years of experience working in a public school setting in Virginia. I am seeking a part time child care position, preferably with infants and pre-school aged children.
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Lydia H.


Louisa, VA

$16-20/hr6 yrs exp

My Experience:

Hello, my name is Lydia and I have worked with children since I was a teenager and have absolutely loved it! I have been a swim coach for children 2+, was a camp counselor for special needs children, worked as a Youth Coach/teacher at the Nats Youth Baseball Academy, was a nanny to 2 wonderful toddler boys (aged 2 and 4), and...
Lydia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hello, my name is Jennifer. I am very interested in meeting your family. Coming from a large family with a lot of children we are all very close and I know how important it is to have someone to trust with your children. I love children and would like to have a full time job giving my love and time to a family that would like a...
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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