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Melissa M.


Disputanta, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Mom/homeschool Teacher Wants To Care For Your Loved One

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I have worked with individuals with special needs as a residential counselor and as a case manager since 1999 when I graduated from William & Mary with a bachelor's degree in psychology. I took some graduate classes for special education the year I taught in public school. I have also volunteered with individuals at my church...
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Jennifer J.


Disputanta, VA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mom Of 3 With Childcare Experience Of 20+ Years

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of experience. I have 3 children of my own, 2 of which have special needs. I have a 7-year-old with profound autism, she is non verbal and has a high level of needs. I also have a daughter with a bleeding disorder and other physical needs. I am very comfortable with children who have extra needs to include...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Brooke G.


Disputanta, VA

$19-25/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been working in childcare since I was a teenager, and I'm just as in love with the work now as I was then. A preschool teacher turned private nanny, I'm looking to be a family's personal Miss Rachel and fill your children's day with age appropriate educational fun. I place a special emphasis on gross motor skill development...
Brooke can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Melissa M.


Disputanta, VA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Detail-oriented Caregiver!

I'd describe my personality as kind, compassionate, and fun. I like caring for seniors because I enjoy helping people. I'm looking for a job that allows me to help others part-time and still spend time with my young children. I started caring for seniors when I began working with individuals with special needs including...
Melissa can also help with: Home modification, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, personal care, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

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Courtney R.


Petersburg, VA

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking For Summer Work.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been working as a social worker for children and families for the past 5 years. I love working with kids and have being able to meet them where they are developmentally, m and emotionally. I have experience working with all ages as well as children and teens with special needs. I also have experience working in a...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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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Hannah S.


Hopewell, VA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I think children with special needs are the sweetest, most precious people ever. I have now nannied for two children with autism in the past and I loved them! I'm looking for a family to become close with for the next season of life.
Hi my name is Melissa and I am a in-home healthcare worker. I have been doing in-home health for 9 years and absolutely love it! I am dependable and reliable and have my own transportation. I have references from other families i've cared for in the past. My availability is Monday through Friday 1pm-9 p.m. I've cared for ill...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

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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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Sharon T.


Petersburg, VA

$16-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Sharon T. I have previously worked with an ER doctor and her family . At the time her daughter had been born prematurely at 1. 1lbs. and at 18mos. old needed a special feeding regimen. I also learned a little bit of sign language and raised 2 of my children alongside hers. I have a son in his 20's with...
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Lucy M.


Petersburg, VA

$13-15/hr4 yrs exp

Full-time Lead Preschool Teacher Transitioning To Nanny

I've worked with hundreds of children of all ages as a long-term substitute teacher, a camp counselor/babysitter during summers in college, and most recently as the Lead Teacher for a classroom of 162-year-olds (August 2023 to present). I am now seeking full-time employment as a nanny. I am also interested in tutoring positions...
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Amire J.


Hopewell, VA

$15-20/hr

Full-Time Evening/Overnight/Live-in Care Provider

I am a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Patient Care Technician Aide, plus certified in many other health care fields and I am currently pursuing my Associates in nursing and then I will be studying to become a Midwife among other things. It is my hope to one day help bring children into the world, so as a...
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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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Sandra A.


Chester, VA

$13-15/hr3 yrs exp

Super Experienced Childcare

5.0

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have raised one beautiful daughter and helped raise my three beautiful godchildren , who are now grown. I worked in the corporate world for many years until 2 years ago when I took my first job as a nanny of 3 beautiful girls. It was an amazing. 2-1/2 year experience... and I still see the girls occasionally. I have...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sandy is extremely compassionate toward children and the elderly. She truly desires what is best for them individually. We have literally been friends since were we babies. So I can tell you she is honest & trustworthy. She also has a wonderful sense of humor. You...

Sherry M.

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Charice M.


Petersburg, VA

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Paraprofessional Seeking For A Part-Time Employment Or Full-Time Summer Employment

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I work in an educational staffing company as a paraprofessional, often visiting for various schools throughout Montgomery County. Most of the schools are elementary and high schools within the school districts. My roles range from providing one-on-one assistance as a special education aide to assisting teachers within the...
5.0
"Being from another state(NY) to travel for a medical procedure. I was very very surprised and comfortable with Charice, She was very professional as well as warm and caring. She took very good medical care of me. I had nothing to worry about. She had all procedures...

Stacey S.

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Kayla R.


Chester, VA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Loving & Patient Caregiver

I have years of experience caring for people with all kinds of disabilities. I was a personal aide from 2017 until 2020 when I finished Lpn school. From there I continued to work in psych, geriatrics, and hospice care. I love forming bonds with all my patients and becoming their friend!
5.0
"Kayla was with us for 18 months assisting our young adult daughter with ADL's & IADL's. There are so many adjectives to describe her: warm, loving, consistent, punctual, and dedicated come to mind. Her nursing knowledge enable her to attend some doctor's...

Care member

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Loretta M.


Chester, VA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Personal Assistant/Lifestyle Manager

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm passionate about helping families with balancing their lives. I'm CPR, AED, and first aid certified. I have experience working with seniors, and youth. I have experience supporting people with Parkinson's, autism, and mental and cognitive delays.
5.0
"Very attentive and helpful. Wonderful communicator. Organized and thorough. She helped organize a cluttered apt. and instituted some processes to help the client maintain it."

Lynn S.

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Ashley W.


Chester, VA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 20 years of experience supporting a variety of people with their activities of daily living. This includes nutrition and feeding as well as (modified diets and swallowing disorders). I am CPR/FA/AED certified and trained in medical management. I have extensive knowledge of medical assistive devices. I am experienced in...
5.0
"Ashley is very caring and will do anything for the person she works for she has a heart of gold. Ashley will go beyond any expectation. I would hire her again in a minute no questions asked."

Care member

Hi, I'm Kyla! I have four years of experience in childcare, including three years in a special needs room at a public school and one year in a2-year-old classroom at a daycare. I am CPR certified and enjoy creating engaging, fun, and educational activities for children. I am dedicated to providing a nurturing and safe...
Kyla can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Ivette G.


Chester, VA

$13-15/hr5 yrs exp

BS In Child Development And Family Living

I have 10 years experience working for with children. I worked in foster care for six years and currently I am a Part time child watch associate.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Disputanta, VA

Sandra A.

5.0

Sandy is extremely compassionate toward children and the elderly. She truly desires what is best for them individually. We have literally been friends since were we babies. So I can tell you she is honest & trustworthy. She also has a wonderful sense of humor. You will know what she thinks because...

- Sherry M.

Charice M.

5.0

Being from another state(NY) to travel for a medical procedure. I was very very surprised and comfortable with Charice, She was very professional as well as warm and caring. She took very good medical care of me. I had nothing to worry about. She had all procedures and follow up care and medication...

- Stacey S.

Kayla R.

5.0

Kayla was with us for 18 months assisting our young adult daughter with ADL's & IADL's. There are so many adjectives to describe her: warm, loving, consistent, punctual, and dedicated come to mind. Her nursing knowledge enable her to attend some doctor's appointments on our behalf. She has...

- Care member

Loretta M.

5.0

Very attentive and helpful. Wonderful communicator. Organized and thorough. She helped organize a cluttered apt. and instituted some processes to help the client maintain it.

- Lynn S.

Ashley W.

5.0

Ashley is very caring and will do anything for the person she works for she has a heart of gold. Ashley will go beyond any expectation. I would hire her again in a minute no questions asked.

- Care member

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