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Laura M.


Fincastle, VA

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny And Snack Time Connoisseur

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Hello! My name is Laura, and I am thrilled at the opportunity to introduce myself to your family. Growing up with five siblings has taught me the distinctive challenges and joys of each age group I have always been drawn to caring for others, especially children, which led me to work with children with special needs at my...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Kira O.


Daleville, VA

$19-23/hr1 yrs exp

CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)

Hello! My name is Kira and I am 23 years old. I am an experienced and certified CNA, currently living in the Daleville area. I have worked with the elderly, young children and including those using ventilators/trachs). I have experience working with children with special needs as well, such as autism and ADD/ADHD. I am...
Kira can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

Hello! My name is Kira and I am 23 years old. I am an experienced and certified CNA, currently living in the Daleville area. I have worked with the elderly, young children and including those using ventilators/trachs). I have experience working with children with special needs as well, such as autism and ADD/ADHD. I am...
Kira can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

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Rachel B.


Troutville, VA

$11-16/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Certified Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey There! My name is Rachel B! I am a licensed teacher in Grades K-8. I love helping kids to enjoy life that is more than screens! I love helping kids with homework, fun crafts, and playing outside! I make a special effort to make connections with each of your children so that they can always have the best day ever! I am First...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Layla H.


Daleville, VA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

A Mother And A Friend

My name is Layla, I am a proud mother of three, whom are now working in Tech, a dentist, and undergraduate engineer. I have been a full time nanny, and house manager for about 7 years in Austin Texas. I moved to Roanoke in July 2024 and I'm looking for a new family to care for. In addition to seeking full time employment, I also...
Layla can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Karen M.


Roanoke, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 4 boys. My eldest is 32 and my youngest is 23. I have been a caregiver for the past 30+ year in elder care, in a hospital and as a nanny. Since my children have been adults, I have nannied for 3 families. Currently I nanny for a 19-month-old who is preparing to go to preschool. I am CPR certified and Covid...
5.0
"Karen has truly become a member of our family. She loves our 3 children as her own. They were 5, 3, and 4 months old when we first met Karen. She was always punctual, engaged with the kids, and handles 'tough toddler' situations with grace and kindness. She's...

Jessica H.

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Michele P.


Roanoke, VA

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

I Can Help Date Nights

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

First, I am a Mom. I can help a few days a week part time only. Not looking for reoccurring. Just one time jobs. Christians, I do not drink or smoke and I love seniors and kids! I have a Psychology degree, I was a teen orphan counselor in Salem, I worked in law enforcement at the Sheriffs office and as a special ed teacher. I...
Michele can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Michele did a great job with my two year old for date night sitting and was flexible. I would continue using her but we moved out of the state."

Sarah C.

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Emma H.


Blue Ridge, VA

$13/hr10 yrs exp

Need A Consistent, Caring Child Care Provider That Will Stimulate And Educate Your Children?

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 30 years of experience working with children. I have taught preschool, third and fourth grade. For eight years, I operated my own home day care. I also have 13 years of special needs/ companion and respite care with adults, seniors and children. I am a mother of two beautifully independent and loving children, one of whom...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Emma is very thorough. She is observant and looks for things that need to be done. Nice lady. Dependable. We are happy we hired her. Kids enjoyed her when she helped with childcare. Came prepared with age appropriate activities."

Heather D.

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Cathy D.


Roanoke, VA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

If you are searching for a dependable person with great references to care for your child(ren) so you can get away for a day, overnight, or a weekend or week-long trip, then look no further! I have worked with kids most of my life and still enjoy it! I begin by meeting your family, learn what your routine and discipline style...
Cathy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Cathy has been fabulous to work with, she has been great with my two toddlers always doing crafts, reading, taking them to parks and keeping them occupied. She is always responsive and very punctual, my kids love spending time with her."

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Ladawn R.


Roanoke, VA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Mom Of Two Boys

I've been a stay at home mom for 15 years. I substituted in a classroom of special needs kids. One teacher told me I have a golden touch with children.
Ladawn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning & more
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Destiny H.


Roanoke, VA

$15/hr5 yrs exp

CPR And First Aid Certified

I am 20 years old and a part-time online student at Virginia Western. I fell in love with childcare when my sister was born five years ago. Three years ago, she was diagnosed with autism, and I love her for her unique ways of seeing the world. I have been working since I turned 15, including becoming a lifeguard, so I have been...
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Marina M.


Roanoke, VA

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

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I'm a young mother of two beautiful little girls. I've been a CNA for 10 years. I am CPR and First Aide certificated. I've worked in a variety of work settings and cared for a wide age range of patients, from babies to the elderly. Including individuals on the spectrum that deals with mobility challenges, mental disabilities...
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Juletta J.


Roanoke, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Gentle And Loving Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Julietta but I go by Julie. I am a junior nursing student at Radford University. I was also a co-teacher at a preschool. I am looking to help out a busy, bundle of joy and energetic family. I am looking to help families with planning their children summer, keep family updated with children appointments/ emails,...
Juletta can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Emma H.


Blue Ridge, VA

$14-25/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

I have eight years experience providing care and support for families with special needs children and adults. I have provided a range of care levels, from companionship only to meals/ bathing, dressing, household chores and many combinations of all. My biggest assets are my positive attitude and my flexibility. I am very good at...
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Fiona T.


Roanoke, VA

$17-18/hr2 yrs exp

Loving And Fun Sitter

Hi, I have a little bit over 2 1/2 years of experience. I love children and helping them in any way possible! Hopefully I can babysit and help out with household chores! I also currently work at a clinic for kids with Autism and other special needs, but unfortunately our clinic is closing so I am on the job hunt! I also drive...
Fiona can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Alexis D.


Roanoke, VA

$20-25/hr

Part-time Caregiver

Hi, I'm Alexis! I was born and raised in Philadelphia and now living in San Diego after graduating from the UCLA Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics! With a strong background in academic tutoring, specifically more than six years, and passion for health/medical sciences, I have experience working with...
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Liam H.


Roanoke, VA

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Young Adult Male Looking For Part-time Caretaking Job For Child Or Adult With Disabilities.

I am a current resident of Roanoke on a gap year before starting medical school. I have three years of experience with adults and children with cognitive, developmental, and physical disabilities. I worked for two years at Camp Easter seals UCP as a counselor and then as a team leader, and I have worked as a counselor at ACE...
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Lauren M.


Roanoke, VA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hey! My name is Lauren I have been an aide for kids with special needs for three years and before that I had been babysitting several years. I am CPR certified and RBT trained. I enjoy doing crafts, outdoor activities, and much more!
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Emma S.


Roanoke, VA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! I am looking for a part-time childcare job. I have around 3 years of experience with children ages 9 months-17 years including special needs. I have my own transportation, am very responsible and fun-loving. My main focus when babysitting is to connect with a child and try to understand their needs and wants. I also have...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Teresa M.


Roanoke, VA

$13-24/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Care

Hi, I'm Terry. I am a retired ICU registered nurse from Lewis Gale Hospital and the VA Hospital . I love children of all ages and needs. I can provide numerous references and will update my CPR certificate if hired. I am a patient, loving grandmother of 2 wonderful boys, with a particular affinity for special needs children. I...
Teresa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fincastle, VA

Karen M.

5.0

Karen has truly become a member of our family. She loves our 3 children as her own. They were 5, 3, and 4 months old when we first met Karen. She was always punctual, engaged with the kids, and handles 'tough toddler' situations with grace and kindness. She's always gone above and beyond to help our...

- Jessica H.

Michele P.

5.0

Michele is AWESOME!! Very bubbly personality. She helped with transportation needs & just hanging out/sitting with our teenager until we got home.

- Tiffany A.

Emma H.

5.0

Emma is very thorough. She is observant and looks for things that need to be done. Nice lady. Dependable. We are happy we hired her. Kids enjoyed her when she helped with childcare. Came prepared with age appropriate activities.

- Heather D.

Cathy D.

5.0

Cathy has been a wonderful nanny for us for many years (5+). She nannied for us from infancy through toddlers on a weekly basis and now on occasion as school aged kiddos. The time, energy, and care she puts into my children is unmatched. Along with being timely and trustworthy. Cathy will ensure...

- Care member

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