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Special needs caregivers in Gerrardstown, WV

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Zoe C.


Gerrardstown, WV

$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Zoe. I am patient, educated, and willing to learn about who I am caring for. I am very personable and caring, and I have experience in caring for many people with disabilities including my little brother who is 11 now. He has CP, he is on the spectrum, verbally and visually impaired and cannot walk. I also have...
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Maria H.


Martinsburg, WV

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Love My Job

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Maria, and I am a mom of three grown children .. I have taken care of children of all ages, as well as special needs for over 15yrs. I have a lot of energy and truly love my job! I have excellent references available! Thank you!
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Maria is an absolute pleasure to have for any of your sitting needs! My child care fell through and she jumped right in to save the Day! Not only was she great at communicating, but she knew exactly how to make sure all of my twins needs were met. I highly...

Christina S.

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Casey T.


Inwood, WV

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver/Tutor Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi there :) I have been taking care of children for the past 10 years. I have experience with multiple children, infants, twins, children with special needs, pick ups/drop offs, tutoring, meal preparation, errands, distance learning, light housekeeping, and taking care of pets. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Casey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Casey is responsible and reliable. She is a great role model for my 2nd grade daughter, and I trust her to pick her up from school each day. She also plans great lessons and has greatly helped my daughter improve her math fluency skills this year. I am so grateful...

Jennifer J.

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Anna B.


Martinsburg, WV

$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Anna and I have a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work. I am currently working as a long term substitute for an Autism classroom and at a summer camp for special needs children during the summer! I enjoy working with children and am comfortable with dogs!
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Rebecca D.


Bunker Hill, WV

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Love Supporting Others

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I enjoy using what I have learned from my various combined experiences of almost two decades in public high school and elementary homeschool teaching. I have also spent years opening our home for foster care, as well as providing special needs in home child care along with a lifetime loving and caring for young children. My sons...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Becky's heart for children is enormous! She has cared for my three children on multiple occasions. She is fun, responsible, attentive, and knowledgeable. Her upbeat personality keeps everyone at ease."

Sabrina S.

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Olivia J.


Kearneysville, WV

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Weekend/Evening Sitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with children since I was about 11. I started as a mother's helper then a babysitter and I am currently working for WVU Medicine full time as a medical assistant at a pediatric doctors office. I love working with kids and have all of the necessary skills to care for children of all ages with any special needs...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Olivia was a saving grace for our family! We just moved to the area and don't have family nearby for help. We had a meet and greet prior to the first scheduled babysitting night and our 4 year old and 5 month old loved her! We knew it was going to be a great match...

Brianna N.

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Anna B.


Martinsburg, WV

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Anna and I have a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work. I have a lot of experience working with children and children with special needs. I work at a summer camp for children with special needs and worked as an Autism teacher for a year. I am also comfortable with large dogs!
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Anna was very quick to respond to messages, thorough in her questions and answers, she was right on time, and did a great job taking care of my niece. My niece really enjoyed spending time with her as well. I would recommend her for future jobs in childcare."

Robin L.

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Nikki S.


Bunker Hill, WV

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have been working with children of all ages and backgrounds for over 10 years now. These children range in age from premature infants to 8th grade students. I have worked a lot with children who have developmental delays, speech impediments, as well as, behavioral issues. I believe that every child, with the right environment...
5.0
"Nikki is considerate, responsive, and presents herself well."

Sean K.

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Donna N.


Martinsburg, WV

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello I am glad you are checking me out as a potential care giver. I love young children and have worked with them and special needs adults for 30 years. I have a soft spot for infants. I raised three boys and had a daycare in my home while they were young. My husband and I are new grandparents and love that role. I am musical,...
Donna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Donna was beyond amazing with our 3 boys! They absolutely loved her! She always had something fun planned for them! She was punctual and I never had a worry with them in her care!"

Kristina B.

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Fungisai M.


Inwood, WV

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fungisayi M.

I have experience in working with adult care and childcare. I have 20 years of experience in childcare. More experience is built in caring for my siblings and 20 years of my biological children. I have experience in teaching and taking care of children with special needs. My experience includes assisting with activities of daily...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Virginia T.


Bunker Hill, WV

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have provided childcare and elder care for many years. Strong knowledge of nutrition and special diets. Willing to prepare meals, light house keeping etc. I am a active 4-H leader and is fully vented by an WVU Extension. Honest, hard worker. I have cared for several seniors including working with Alzheimer's. I am on time and...
Virginia can also help with: Personal care, respite care
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Katelyn S.


Martinsburg, WV

$22-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I started my Special Needs Care in High School when I worked as a teachers aide in what we called "the growing classes" I played on the Special Needs sport teams. I continued my education in college, and getting my degree is occupational therapy. I spent over 1000 hours in training with special needs babies, children, teens, and...
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Cyndi L.


Martinsburg, WV

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Available For Elderly Care, Companionship, Housekeeping And Meal Prep

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a reliable private duty Caregiver who is knowledgeable in handling a variety of emergency situations. I am a trustworthy individual who is nurturing & responsible. I am adept at nutritious meal preparation, assisting in the maintenance of a household & developing a strong rapport with patient. I enjoy elderly people &...
Cyndi can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Fungisai M.


Inwood, WV

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Family Caregiver

I have experience in working with adult care and childcare. I have 20 years of experience in childcare. More experience is built in caring for my siblings and 20 years of my biological children. I have experience in teaching and taking care of children with special needs. My experience includes assisting with activities of daily...
Fungisai can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

I'm a caring and experienced teacher with a passion for helping children grow and develop. I am a Preschool Teacher for students with special needs. I have a natural ability to connect with children and create a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive. With over 17 years of experience and a Graduate Degree in...
Hillary can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Monica P.


Martinsburg, WV

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm Monica. I'm 31 years old. I'm currently looking for a new nanny or babysitting job. I'm available to start asap. I'm CPR and First Aide certified. I have special needs experience as my 21-year-old sister has Down Syndrome. I'm big on being COVID-19 safe, for myself and your family as well. I'm willing to help with basic...
Monica can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Virginia T.


Bunker Hill, WV

$24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have a very strong knowledge of child development, special diets and special needs children. I strive to provide the best for the child and to help the family with this journey (safety first). I was raised on a large dairy farm in Jefferson Co. WV. Love animals, 4-H All star, 4-H leader for many years, I work with a Therapy...
Virginia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Monica P.


Martinsburg, WV

$21-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm Monica. I'm 30 years old. I have over 12 years experience working with special needs kids. As I have a little sister with Down Syndrome that I work with, through the state waiver program. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I am a fast learner and I just love this field of work. If you get to know me you will see I am the...
Dependable Babysitter proficient at providing trustworthy childcare ensuring a safe environment for children. Adept at cooking and providing food for children. Cleaning up messes and ensuring house upkeep. Specialize at managing tempers and emotions and creating relationships with children.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gerrardstown, WV

Maria H.

5.0

We were so blessed to have Maria watch our girls! We were so sad to hear she moved! Highly recommend and will be greatly missed!

- Kaitlyn T.

Casey T.

5.0

Casey is AMAZING with our 3 boys! Our 2 year old absolutely loves her! She is patient, responsible, dependable, and truly apart of our family. We are thankful for you and we love you!

- Lori R.

Rebecca D.

5.0

Becky is the absolute best. She is super flexible and cares so much about our babies. She has so much information on child development and is on top of the needs for each individual child. We have been so thankful for her and her family!

- Care member

Olivia J.

5.0

Olivia was a saving grace for our family! We just moved to the area and don't have family nearby for help. We had a meet and greet prior to the first scheduled babysitting night and our 4 year old and 5 month old loved her! We knew it was going to be a great match from the beginning. She's a great...

- Brianna N.

Anna B.

5.0

Anna was very quick to respond to messages, thorough in her questions and answers, she was right on time, and did a great job taking care of my niece. My niece really enjoyed spending time with her as well. I would recommend her for future jobs in childcare.

- Robin L.

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