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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Norfolk, VA

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Norfolk, VA

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Lindsey W.


Norfolk, VA

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Early Mornings, After School Or Summer Part Time

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Interested in looking to help a family out part time. I currently work as an Para in the school division. Just moved here and left a family of 3 years. Will do long term. Worked with all ages as well as special needs children. 20 plus years experience, dependable and excellent references.
Lindsey can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Lindsey is excellent with both kids and animals. She has ample experience with kids in the school systems in the area, both general education and special education. She is a very hard worker!"

Lindsay G.

Alicia M.


Norfolk, VA

$13-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! I am Alicia! I'm a stay at home mother to two kiddos aged 3 months and 15 months. I'm offering daycare/babysitting services IN MY HOME, located near Chesapeake Blvd and Fishermans Rd in Norfolk. I'm available 5am-5 p.m. Monday through Friday. We are a pet friendly house hold! Please feel free to reach out with any...
Alicia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alicia is a good worker who was wonderful with our very delayed and handicapped son. She works best when she knows exactly what is expected of her. She will take notes of her employers wants and needs and would likely appreciate written, detailed guidance."

Diane B.

Alicia M.


Norfolk, VA

$15-19/hr1 yrs exp

Special Care For Special Kids

I have experience doing personal care for down syndrome. I helped him on and off the bus, transfers in and out of his wheelchair, I made meals, bath time, and helped with physical therapy. I have tutored ADHD first grader and helped her with her homework pages and reading. I truly believe that special kids deserve some special...

Carrie Elizabeth B.


Norfolk, VA

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hey there, I am Carrie . I was a nanny for two amazing kids before I joined the Navy and was living in Georgia. I have helped raise my five younger sisters (one whom has special needs) due to my parents always working. I love working with children very much! I do have reliable transportation, love animals and playing games...
Carrie Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Patricia P.


Norfolk, VA

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Experienced Nanny

About Me Currently a gymnastics instructor in the evenings at Excalibur gymnastics I have worked at two professional daycare facilities as a lead prek teacher and an infant/toddler caregiver Learning ASL, and have extensive experience with children with special needs/develop delays I have 11 siblings and thrive in any kind...
Patricia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Marian T.


Virginia Beach, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Independent Contracting Caregiver

I have 20 years of experience and empathetic personal caregiver with advance cooking and healthcare skills with elderly, disabilities Alzheimer's and dementia as well as special needs.
Marian can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Marian is very articulate and thorough. She will make sure your loved one is taken care of and will clean up after herself. She will also work other days besides the ones hired if needed. She is professional and is always on time or early for her shift. You can't...

Glenda G.

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Samantha P.


Virginia Beach, VA

$22-35/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with children of all ages from newborns to 13-year-old . I have experience with special needs children including working with a child who has autism. I am patient and very loving. I always treat all children as if they are my own with respect to the various needs and disciplines that the parent's desire.
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sam was hired to do overnight care for our one month old. She was happy to undergo an interview process and her communication once hired while was very clear and effective. She asked all the pertinent questions and we had no fear letting her watch our newest...

Vivian B.

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Courteney N.


Portsmouth, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Caring Nanny For Hire!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm so glad to meet you! My name is Courteney, and I am a paraprofessional for the pre-k program in the public school system. I have the entire summer off and I'm looking for a family that could use my expertise in child care. Although I work with the 4-5-year-old age daily, I'm also a mother to three beautiful boys and have...
Courteney can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
5.0
"Courteney took care of my one year old and was absolutely amazing. She took Heed to our routine and followed it. She also went above and beyond when it came to caring for my little girl. I would highly recommend her, she is punctual, has great communication skills,...

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Danielle M.


Virginia Beach, VA

$16-22/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, Im Miss Danie. I have 13 years of experience watching children of all ages and 4 years being a caregiver to adults. I am looking for part time work that could be pet sitting, childcare, senior care, or special needs. the two families who wrote my reviews, I still work for. I currently have availability between 9:30 a.m....
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Danielle came into our life at the perfect time and is so willing to help. She is early to arrive and dependable. She speaks softly and patiently with my child and I feel safe knowing she is caring for my daughter."

Jennifer E.

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Melissa B.


Virginia Beach, VA

$22-40/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Teacher And Mother Of 4

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I'm a mother to four amazing adult children (18+). I was a stay-at-home mom for 13 years and have experience in homeschooling. I hold a Master's degree in Special Education, a Bachelor's degree in accounting, and I am the Children's Ministry Director for my church. I plan and direct a camp for children with special needs each...
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Melissa is reliable, warm, and has good instincts. We used her to sleep train our one year old. She was loving and consistent with our child. I really appreciate her. I feel very confident recommending her for your family."

Marilyn V.

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Melissa B.


Virginia Beach, VA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a mother to four amazing adult children (18+). I was a stay-at-home mom for 13 years and have experience in homeschooling. I hold a Master's degree in Special Education, a Bachelor's degree in accounting, and volunteer as the lead coordinator for Children's Ministry in my church. I plan and direct a camp for children with...
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Brooke C.


Virginia Beach, VA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there, my name is Brooke. I am originally from Vermont but, I have resided in Virginia Beach for the last 15 years. I have experience with special needs and seniors with dementia. Being a caregiver is hard work but, very rewarding! I am honest, trustworthy, and do not mind really getting in there and providing the services...
Brooke can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
5.0
"Brooke was a wonderful caregiver to have taking care of my parents. Her care went so far beyond expectations that it was inspiring. She was truly devoted to my parents' care at a point where my Dad needed constant monitoring due to ALS. She brought empathy and...

Andrew G.

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Arianna M.


Portsmouth, VA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

My Name Is Arianna But Y'all Can Call Me Ari. I Am A Small Time Business Owner.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as energetic, empathetic, and ambitious. In my spare time, I like to read, draw/paint and play pokemon. I'm overall a very crafty person and when I'm not crafting I'm enjoying nature. My skills include crafting along with any other activity. I am a pretty good cook and I make sure I make exactly...
Arianna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She's amazing with my babies. They love her to death. My favorite sitter!!"

Alexandria J.

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Dana S.


Virginia Beach, VA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter Available!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello!! I am senior at Virginia Wesleyan University in Virginia Beach, VA and am majoring in elementary education! I love helping children learn and grow their minds through knowledge and health through various activities! I love the outdoors and am a certified lifeguard so I would love to take the kids out to the pool or other...
Dana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Dana has been an amazing asset to our family! My husband and I have very crazy work schedules and she has been incredibly flexible with our schedules. I have a 1 year old and almost 3 year old and she manages both children very well. My son always gets excited when...

Micaela C.

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Wendy O.


Chesapeake, VA

$13-25/hr5 yrs exp

I will provide care for your seniors, children, or fur babies when you're unable to. I have been a nurse for over 20 years and specialize in pediatrics and senior care. I worked in a pediatric clinic for over 10 years and I have worked in Skilled Nursing and Long Term Care for seniors for over 5 years. I have been in home health...
Wendy can also help with: Personal care
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"I can’t say enough good things about Wendy. It was my first time using her as a caretaker for my brother-in-law. She was extremely kind and caring. I went away for the entire day, and didn’t have a care in the world about whether or not he was being taken care of....

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Jacqueline. M.


Portsmouth, VA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

My Heart To Yours

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Jacqueline I have 30 yrs experience in the healthcare field. I love working with the elderly, Dementia, Alzheimer and Aphasia patients. I also have experience with ALS patients with peg feeding, catheter care and tracheotomy. If I can make a difference in 1 persons life I'm excited. If your looking for a great...
5.0
"Jackie has excellent transferand lift skills"

Antoinette M.

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Shirley D.


Virginia Beach, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have worked with a large group of Special Needs Clients. I have worked with a young adult with Cerebral Palsy, where I had to bathe, feed, prepare meals, change diapers, transfer and reposition him. He could talk some and we laughed, listened to music, sung songs, and I read to him. I cared for a child with Autism, who played...
5.0
"Shirley is an awesome caregiver. She has watched over my son an provided for him with excellent care. She's heart warming an tedious, "

Keenan J.

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Samantha L.


Portsmouth, VA

$13-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Married my high school sweetheart in March of 2020. Together we have 1 dog, & a little girl born in June 22'. My husband's active duty Navy, currently stationed out of Norfolk, VA. I grew up with a open heart and mind for those with special needs as my sister has autism. I received two years of hands-on experience in a Sped...
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Wendy O.


Chesapeake, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I will provide care for your seniors, children, or fur babies when you're unable to. I have been a nurse for over 20 years and specialize in pediatrics and senior care. I worked in a pediatric clinic for over 10 years and I have worked in Skilled Nursing and Long Term Care for seniors for over 5 years. I have been in home health...
Wendy can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I hired Wendy to care for my daughter for a couple weeks. My daughter has never been cared for by anyone outside the family and she is very shy. Wendy was patient, caring and gave her the space she needed to warm up to her. The next time I am in need of child...

Rebecca L.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Norfolk, VA

Lindsey W.

5.0

Lindsey is excellent with both kids and animals. She has ample experience with kids in the school systems in the area, both general education and special education. She is a very hard worker!

- Lindsay G.

Alicia M.

4.0

Alicia will strive above and beyond for your family! She is a dedicated worker and is passionate about childcare and pet care. She has shown to be dependable, flexible, and friendly. An excellent choice all around.

- Casey S.

Christine B.

5.0

Christina is very good with children, is reliable.

- Ann S.

Marian T.

5.0

Marian is very articulate and thorough. She will make sure your loved one is taken care of and will clean up after herself. She will also work other days besides the ones hired if needed. She is professional and is always on time or early for her shift. You can't find a better CNA.

- Glenda G.

Samantha P.

5.0

Sam was hired to do overnight care for our one month old. She was happy to undergo an interview process and her communication once hired while was very clear and effective. She asked all the pertinent questions and we had no fear letting her watch our newest addition. I strongly recommend Sam for...

- Vivian B.

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Ratings for Norfolk, VA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.9 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Norfolk, VA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.