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34 special needs caregivers are listed in McGaheysville, VA
The average rate is $13/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 8 years
Special needs caregivers in McGaheysville, VA
5.0
(2)
Have experience with special needs was a foster parent to kids with needs also work at uva on Nero floor and spin
5.0
(1)
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.
Shannon M.
Harrisonburg, VA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Maya G.
Harrisonburg, VA
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as artistic, friendly and good at adapting to situations
I started working with kids when I was a sophomore in high school.
One thing you should know about me is I am CPR certified and took classes on how to care for children with special needs.
Linda A.
Harrisonburg, VA
$21-26/hr • 6 yrs exp
An experienced special needs caregiver with certifications in CPR, First Aid, and Crisis Intervention, providing compassionate, personalized care, especially for individuals on the autism spectrum.
Tonya G.
Harrisonburg, VA
$12-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm currently a principal at a an alternative school that provides services to special needs children.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Tessa N.
Harrisonburg, VA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Tessa and I'm a communication sciences and disorders major at JMU. I am currently in a special education class at JMU and learning lots about different types of disabilities. I have one year of paid caregiving experience and five years of general volunteer childcare experience. I am passionate about working with...
I started babysitting when I was 11 (I'm 27 now) and I have experience with children of all ages. I also have experience with tutoring and working with children with special needs. I just renewed my Red Cross CPR/First Aid certification and I graduated from JMU in 2020 with a degree in Elementary Education. Before college, I...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Julia E.
Elkton, VA
$26-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time/Date Night Caregiver (Fluency In Spanish And B.A. From The University Of Virginia)
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Meredith D.
Harrisonburg, VA
$18-23/hr • 8 yrs exp
Caring for others is what I'm meant to do. Any age, unique situations, I truly enjoy it all. It's a privilege to be involved in any stage of someone's life.
Anna F.
Harrisonburg, VA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Over the years I have taken classes on how to work with children with different abilities. As well as working with children, like when I would nanny or when I worked at kids first swim school. I worked with a range of children with a range of abilities. They are some of my favorite children to work and build a bond with.
Jessica V.
Harrisonburg, VA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as caring, effervescent, and patient!
I like working with kids because I have a family full of children and I am the oldest, so it is in my nature to be looking after them! The feeling I get after helping a child is rewarding and incomparable to any other!
I started working with kids when I was a...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Tessa N.
Harrisonburg, VA
$14-19/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Tessa and I'm a third year JMU student with a major in Communication Sciences and Disorders and a minor in Family Ecology. I attended community college prior to JMU and have an associate's degree. My dream is to be a pediatric speech-language pathologist after graduating! I have lots of experience working with kids,...
Tessa can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a child care provider relocated from the Nova area where I've been working in the childcare field for more than 10 years.
I am very patient with children and love helping them learn while also having fun. I'm specialized with newborns, infants and toddlers but I also have experience with older kids, multiples and...
Yessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Kendra B.
Harrisonburg, VA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
The majority of my experience is with Autism. I have an autistic brother so I feel very comfortable around people with autism. I have also worked with learning disabilities, Aspergers, diabetes, feeding tubes and other things of that sort. I'm very willing and eager to broaden my horizons. I'm a quick leaner and will adjust to...
I am a senior in high school and I am planning on attending a four year college. Through high school I participated in the Best Buddies program because since I was in Elementary school I have loved working with kids/adults with a wide range of abilities. It has taught me a lot about the world and society as a whole. In addition,...
Teresa M.
Stanardsville, VA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Teacher and Care Provider Available Part-Time to Fit Your Needs
5.0
(4)
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is an extremely kind, helpful, reliable caregiver that I trust explicitly with my children. She was the best caregiver I could
hope for! Highly recommend."
Beth W.
5.0
(1)
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: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, 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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in McGaheysville, VA
Jessie B.
5.0
She is just the best - simply put, strongly meant!
- Sara B.
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.
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.
Brittany W.
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 an independent toddler.
- Ken A.
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