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Rachel S.


Hanover, VA

$10-15/hr

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I have no worked with Special Needs children, but I have many years experience in childcare. I am confident that I can fit the needs that need to be met.
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Alexandria L.


Mechanicsville, VA

$13-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Babysitter

I am a high school special education teacher. I am also a younglife capernaum leader in the hanover county area. I am very passionate about working with kids of all ages and helping them feel confident in their abilities. I am looking to add some tutoring hours to my schedule during after school hours, and then continue in the...
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Bertelle B.


Mechanicsville, VA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/Companion

Hi! Seeking for part-time work during school hours. My previous career world, I worked as a recreation therapist. I have experience working with adults and children with physical, psychological and cognitive disabilities. I have also worked odd jobs and volunteered at different capacities over the years to keep busy. My goal is...
Bertelle can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

I cared for a boy with behavioral difficulties everyday after school my senior year of high school. I have also babysat a a family with two autistic kids and their siblings as needed for the past three years. I am currently in nursing school and am gaining more knowledge and experience.
I've been home with my sons for numerous years. I'm looking for part-time work during school hours. In my previous career world, I worked as a recreation therapist. I have experience working with adults and children w/ physical, psychological and cognitive disabilities. I have worked various odd jobs & volunteered over the years...
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Isabella G.


Mechanicsville, VA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver (All Ages)

I'm looking for a job that works best for the family. Be it weekly and consistent or just one time, the welfare of each family is my goal, and I am flexible in achieving this! One thing you should know about me is I am a jack of all trades! I spent two years in healthcare as a nurse assistant, working in both hospice/skilled...
Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Isabella G.


Mechanicsville, VA

$30-40/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver

I'm looking for a job that works best for the family. Be it weekly and consistent or just one time, the welfare of each family is my goal, and I am flexible in achieving this! One thing you should know about me is I am a jack of all trades! I spent two years in healthcare as a nurse assistant, working in both hospice/skilled...
Isabella can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Meghan R.


Ruther Glen, VA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

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am currently working as a temporary IA (instructional assistant) at a elementary school. I work with exceptional education. I have spent time working with family's including children of all ages at an institution . During my time there, I served as a supervisor on the floors by helping take care of children while assisting in...
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Caitlin C.


Richmond, VA

$42/hr3 yrs exp

Energetic And Caring Person

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a combined one year experience of working with children with special needs. I also presently work in an elementary school as an instructional assistant for a Special Education teacher. I am in graduate school now for MEd Counseling with a concentration in School Counseling so I am passionate about making sure kids are...
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ms. Caitlin was our summer nanny for Summer 2022. She was great with our 3 boys, they loved her. Caitlin played with the kids, encouraged outside play, took them to a local farm to pick cherries and managed camp schedules. The kids enjoyed having her and we were...

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Jennifer M.


Richmond, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional RN Looking For Childcare job.

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Saturdays + overnight (if needed) Hi! I am a Mom of 2 grown girls, a retired Registered Nurse of 35 years with a concentration in pediatrics (8 years in NICU), CPR certified and have my own available transportation. I am currently working M-F as a Nanny of 2 children (4yrs and 2years). I have been their Nanny for 4 years and...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Nanny Jen has been an absolute life-saver as our Friday nanny the past few months! From the first day she arrived to take care of our 4 year old and 1 year old girls, Nanny Jen took care of everything with ease. She is wonderfully patient with the girls and is a...

Sarah R.

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Janet N.


Henrico, VA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter, Nanny, Date Night/Extended Care, Light House Keeping

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I believe reading is the basis for success throughout your child's school career and life. During the pandemic, I worked with a severely Autistic non-verbal young adult, then a special needs elementary school student, as a virtual home tutor. I will share my love of arts and crafts, board games, and nature with your child....
Janet can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We needed temporary childcare for our 1 yr old son, for 3 weeks and we were lucky enough to find Janet. She did a wonderful job taking care of him. She managed all his feedings, naps, changes etc. while also doing light house work and was so immensely helpful to...

Seena R.

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Janet N.


Henrico, VA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs, Mental Health Challenges Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

COVID, flu, RSV VACCINATED. For 2+ years, I worked as a caregiver/mentor for a severely autistic nonverbal young adult as well as an 8-year-old with dyslexia, dysgraphia and slow processing in virtual tutoring. My current DMV and background check are available. I am a trained facilitator. My experience includes facilitating...
5.0
"Very reliable and focused. Excellent communicator. Provided before and after photos for out of town family to understand status. Offered advice and methods to improve structure for adult with Asperger's. Janet went above and beyond to learn about my brother's needs...

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Laura S.


Glen Allen, VA

$39/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Patient and energetic bilingual nanny with 6+ years of experience caring for children ranging between the ages of newborn to young adolescent. Skilled in creating fun, engaging and art activities, while prioritizing children's safety and well-being. Trusted by parents and provide affection for all of the children I care for. I...
Laura can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Laura has been a wonderful asset to our home. She is a great helper with our 6-year-old, teaching and helping our daughter with her Spanish homework. Our child describes Laura as "sweet, nice and fun." She has also been able to help my wife around the house, as my...

Jeff B.

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Jennifer M.


Henrico, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Career Nanny Available For Evenings And Weekends.!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Jennifer, aka Ms. Jenn, 41yrs old, I've been a professional career nanny for 22+ yrs. I'm experienced with newborns up to teens, as well as with multiples and special needs. **My specialty & preference is newborn!** I'm fully vaccinated & boosted twice, Covid conscious, as well as CPR & first aid certified. I have a good...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jennifer is experienced in child development and has a true passion for children. Her references are impeccable and the only reason we did not hire her was because we had met someone we like just before we met Jennifer."

Anand F.

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Olinda B.


Glen Allen, VA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Amazing Non Medical Care Provider

Experienced and educated non medical care provider available to assist you or your family member with keeping you/them safe in the home. Can provide total care to just supervision/companionship. Have experience with the elderly, Dementia/Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, developmental disabled, mentally challenged, and PTSD. Also have...
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Gracie G.


Richmond, VA

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver

Hi! I am a childcare professional/teacher with over a decade of experience including special needs care. I have weekday afternoon availability and some weekend hours. I have full availability for HCPS and RPS spring break!
Gracie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Gracie is dependable, professional, and offered flexibility for our family's needs. I immediately noticed her gift with kids through a summer day-camp program a few years back and was lucky to connect with her for at-home sitting. Best thing was seeing how quickly...

Aimee C.

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Elizabeth P.


Richmond, VA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

I am skilled in specialized cases including hospice and will accept $25-30/hour for those case types. I am a licensed CNA. I am CPR and First Aid certified as well. I have a registered medication aide certification with insulin module. I have a B. S N. in Public Health/Healthcare Management and pursuing my master's degree. I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, respite care, visiting nurse
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Elizabeth worked as a caregiver for me for approx 10 weeks, part time, on a temporary assignment. She cared for my 88 year old mother, on weekend nights, while she recovered from a broken leg. The patient was non weight bearing for 8 of these 10 weeks....

Jann A.

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Justine O.


Richmond, VA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Seasonal Care Provider For Special Needs Individuals

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Justine and I currently work in special education. I have worked with individuals with disabilities since the age of 12 and have many different experiences. Some of these include private tutor, camp counselor, attendant/care taker, teacher, sports coach, and mentor. I am looking for occasional care taking in the...
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Lisa H.


Richmond, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Richmond City Nanny

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

**available weekdays starting February 20** Hello! I have worked with children of all ages for many years. I ran a preschool and school age summer programs for over 20 years in Maryland. In Virginia, I have worked as a nanny for about 10 years. I raised two children of my own and few foster kids, too. I'm very experienced,...
Lisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Lisa was wonderful! My boys felt comfortable with her right away. She arrived on time and was flexible when we asked to extend our booking. I would definitely hire her again."

Hayley H.

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Rachel B.


Richmond, VA

$16-50/hr3 yrs exp

Fun And Compassionate Caregiver

Hello! My name is Rae I am a 23-year-old caregiver looking for a family to help. I have been doing childcare for about 9 years and started working with disabled kids about 3 years ago. I have experience with kids of all ages and abilities. I am compassionate, knowledgeable of disabilities, hardworking, and fun for kids. I will...
5.0
"I am a Physical Therapist. I got to work along Rea with a family we know. She takes amazing care of the kids in which she is hired. She truly loves her families. She implements the programs the families want implanted. She is observant and attentive to a...

Andrea L.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hanover, VA

Caitlin C.

5.0

Ms. Caitlin was our summer nanny for Summer 2022. She was great with our 3 boys, they loved her. Caitlin played with the kids, encouraged outside play, took them to a local farm to pick cherries and managed camp schedules. The kids enjoyed having her and we were so happy to have her last summer. We...

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Jennifer M.

5.0

Jennifer was absolutely incredible. This was our first sitter experience for our twin girls, and we couldn’t have picked a better person. Her love and patience with the girls was amazing, and she left our house even cleaner than when she came. We are SO happy we hired her and will definitely be...

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Janet N.

5.0

We needed temporary childcare for our 1 yr old son, for 3 weeks and we were lucky enough to find Janet. She did a wonderful job taking care of him. She managed all his feedings, naps, changes etc. while also doing light house work and was so immensely helpful to our family.

- Seena R.

Janet N.

5.0

Very reliable and focused. Excellent communicator. Provided before and after photos for out of town family to understand status. Offered advice and methods to improve structure for adult with Asperger's. Janet went above and beyond to learn about my brother's needs and habits. Client is moving out...

- Care member

Laura S.

5.0

Laura has been a wonderful asset to our home. She is a great helper with our 6-year-old, teaching and helping our daughter with her Spanish homework. Our child describes Laura as "sweet, nice and fun." She has also been able to help my wife around the house, as my wife overcomes some health issues.

- Jeff B.

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