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Special needs caregivers in Hanover, VA

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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: Meal prep, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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: Respite care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Hannah M.


Henrico, VA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Experience Of 12 Years! Seeking A Full-Time Nanny Positions!

4.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 33, I was a preschool teacher for 3 years. I love kids! I have a lot of experience with children of all ages & Children with special needs (non verbal, children with learning problems, autism, children with feeding tubes, etc.). I am very energetic, outgoing, I love arts and crafts. I Love being outside! I love playing...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Hannah provided childcare for us for roughly 3 months, while I healed from surgery that prevented me from caring for our son full-time. Hannah exceeded expectations as this was our first experience with a professional caregiver. She will be an asset to the next...

April P.

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Meghan R.


Ruther Glen, VA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

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, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & 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

$22-30/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, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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...

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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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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: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & 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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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & 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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Miss Jenn has taken care of my girls for the past 2.5 years and is fantastic. She takes care of the whole family and I'd love to employ her forever -- if only I could justify the expense of a full-time nanny while my kids are in school! She is warm and caring and...

Beth C.

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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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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: Dementia, respite care, visiting nurse, hospice services, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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 15 families in your neighborhood

*available weekdays starting June 2nd* Hello! I have worked with children of all ages for many years. I ran a preschool and school age after school 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: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
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

Hannah M.

5.0

Hannah provided childcare for us for roughly 3 months, while I healed from surgery that prevented me from caring for our son full-time. Hannah exceeded expectations as this was our first experience with a professional caregiver. She will be an asset to the next family that she works for as we found...

- April P.

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...

- Care member

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

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.

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