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Special needs caregivers in Elkton, VA

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Julia E.


Elkton, VA

$26-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time/Date Night Caregiver (Fluency In Spanish And B.A. From The University Of Virginia)

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I first began to work as a mother's helper when I was 12 years of age and I have continued as a babysitter and caregiver ever since. I have worked with numerous families in Charlottesville, Crozet, and Keswick, as well as abroad while living in Spain. I have experience with children ranging from ages of six months to 12 years....
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Teresa M.


Stanardsville, VA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher and Care Provider Available Part-Time to Fit Your Needs

5.0

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Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for more than 10 years now. I have also raised my 27-year-old as a single parent. I love playing and taking care of children. I have taken care of children as young as 2 years old up to 12 years old. I was also a teacher for more than 10 years and worked with kids from Pre-K to 8th grade. I am CPR and...
Teresa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ms. Terry is a wonderful presence to have in any household. Her curiosity and love of children shines through - and she is adaptable to what the child wants to do and parents present as their expectations."

William R.

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Kindra S.


McGaheysville, VA

$13-18/hr8 yrs exp

Cna

Have experience with special needs was a foster parent to kids with needs also work at uva on Nero floor and spin
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Jessica G.


Charlottesville, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun & Gentle Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a passionate childcare provider with a decade of hands-on experience caring for children of all ages. My love for nurturing and educating children led me to this fulfilling profession. I am patient, creative, and friendly, and I strive to create a safe and stimulating environment for children to thrive. I believe in open...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jessica is considerate & compassionate. She takes a genuine interest in the well being of others. Jessica is kind and respectful of the needs of the household. Dependable."

Louisa E.

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Catherine D.


Charlottesville, VA

$22/hr7 yrs exp

College Student Who Loves Kids!

Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for many age groups of children over the past 7 to 8 years. I have assisted with homework, meal preparation, light housework, and transportation. I love helping others learn and grow in order to become successful. I love animals, hiking, painting and playing board games. I have my bachelors degree in psychology with...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Catherine helped us while we were in town for my father’s funeral. She was great, my kids loved her, and will definitely hire again when I am back in town!"

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Shannon M.


Harrisonburg, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Shannon M. and I'm looking for part time employment for the summer. I'm a freshman Psychology major with intentions to go into early childhood development. Over the past few years I've worked with children of all ages, including special needs such as cerebral palsy. I love kids almost as much as I love pets!
Shannon can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Shannon is amazing with both our twin boys and puppy! All 3 just love her!! She is 100% trustworthy and our favorite to date!!!! Shannon is eager, sweet and a great role model."

Joanne C.

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Carolyn P.


Harrisonburg, VA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Experienced Teacher Assistant

Hi! I am an experienced nanny and teacher assistant who has taught preschool through elementary grades, including children with special needs. I have worked in public schools and day care centers, as well as caring for kids in my home while raising my own four children. I love caring for and teaching kids, and enjoy taking them...
Carolyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Carolyn is possibly the best person you can find to take car of your kid(s). Throughout the time she has worked for me, she is very caring, dedicated and dependable. One of her greatest strengths is her ability to be flexible, yet maintain discipline. She took care...

Li O.

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Brittany W.


Crozet, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Education Background

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of five children with an elementary education background. I also have all of my clearances and references to provide you with. My life has been dedicated to teaching, coaching and nurturing little ones. I have experience working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. I strive to provide...
Brittany can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Brittany has been an amazing caregiver for our family. She watched after our little one between 10 -18 months during the day at our home between 8-5 . She was able to provide our son with a caring loving and nurturing environment while allowing him to develop into...

Ken A.

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Jessie B.


Harrisonburg, VA

$40-50/hr8 yrs exp

Northern VA Therapist New To The Area

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Recently moved back to Harrisonburg with my husband. Looking to work with individuals on the autism spectrum!
5.0
"She is just the best - simply put, strongly meant!"

Sara B.

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Katie T.


Charlottesville, VA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Quirky And Loving Nanny

Hi everyone! My name is Katie. Id like to start by saying my schedule is very flexible and I just added some of my initial availability (but again, VERY flexible). I'd describe my personality as quirky, artistic, and happy. I have worked with children on and off since I was 15. Now (37... yikes!) I have five children of my own...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Laudicea P.


Madison, VA

$44/hr3 yrs exp

I Am A Very Fun And Loveblel Person,

Hello, I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person with me your Children will receive appropriate care, and I am willing to do additional other task is requested.
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Linda A.


Harrisonburg, VA

$14-25/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate Child Care Provider

Linda is a skilled child care provider specializing in children with special needs, particularly those with autism. She creates nurturing, individualized environments that promote growth and inclusion. With her compassionate approach, I ensures every child in her care feels safe, supported, and valued.
Linda can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Leah D.


Harrisonburg, VA

$30-40/hr7 yrs exp

Compassionate And Dynamic Caregiver

I have experience with a variety of special needs through my career roles as a teacher, tutor, professional nanny, and mentor. I have a gift for connecting with others and embracing each person as a unique individual. In my university education courses, I studied unique needs of diverse learners and developmental psychology in...
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Kendra N.


Grottoes, VA

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Professional And Experienced Childcare

I am a warm caregiver who loves adventures, park trips, outdoor play, art, and literacy. Virginia licensed elementary teacher with education/experience in early childhood development, special education/special needs care in the home (feeding tubes, vision/hearing impairment, developmental disabilities/exceptionalities), general...
Kendra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I have experience with special needs children in the classroom, want to see kids succeed, and love to share a bright, positive attitude with kids.
Brenna can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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Kendra N.


Grottoes, VA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Safe, Quality Childcare By Experienced And Educated Childcare Professional

I am a warm caregiver who loves adventures, park trips, outdoor play, art, and literacy. Virginia licensed elementary teacher with education/experience in early childhood development, special education/special needs care in the home (feeding tubes, vision/hearing impairment, developmental disabilities/exceptionalities), general...
Kendra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
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Taryn M.


Crozet, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mother Of 7 / Grandmother Of 16

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I live in CROZET, VA and I am a mother of 7 children and 18 grandchildren. I absolutely love children of all ages! While I have worked professionally outside of the home, and received my BA from Northwestern University, my greatest ongoing achievement/work is "caring" for my children . Instead of returning to the office with my...
Taryn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
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Hannah F.


Charlottesville, VA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Available

Hi, my name is Hannah and I am a current Special Education teacher with my Masters degree in teaching. I am a new mom with a 3-month-old daughter and am looking to step away from the classroom for now while my daughter is so young. I am 35, a non-smoker, CPR certified, a safe driver with a reliable vehicle, and have years of...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Olivia L.


Grottoes, VA

$15-23/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter/ Pet Care / Errands Help

Hello! I have experience as a licensed K-12 teacher with school aged children, and also have mentored at-risk and special needs youth. Additionally, I am able to care for pets from horses to dogs and cats. If you have a unique need for help with errands for an elderly family member or assistance driving around town, I am...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi! I'm Gabi and I am a student at Wake Forest University studying computer science. I have been working as a babysitter for around three years and have extensive experience working with special needs children. I am CPR, First Aid and Water Rescue certified. As a teachers aid in high school, I recognize the importance of...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elkton, VA

Teresa M.

5.0

Ms. Terry is a wonderful presence to have in any household. Her curiosity and love of children shines through - and she is adaptable to what the child wants to do and parents present as their expectations.

- William R.

Jessica G.

5.0

Jessica is a caring person who is also diligent at whatever task is presented her.

- Ted S.

Catherine D.

5.0

Catherine helped us while we were in town for my father’s funeral. She was great, my kids loved her, and will definitely hire again when I am back in town!

- Care member

Shannon M.

5.0

Shannon is amazing with both our twin boys and puppy! All 3 just love her!! She is 100% trustworthy and our favorite to date!!!! Shannon is eager, sweet and a great role model.

- Joanne C.

Carolyn P.

5.0

Carolyn is possibly the best person you can find to take car of your kid(s). Throughout the time she has worked for me, she is very caring, dedicated and dependable. One of her greatest strengths is her ability to be flexible, yet maintain discipline. She took care of our son when he was 7 years...

- Li O.

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