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Find special needs caregivers in Petersburg, VA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Petersburg, VA

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Petersburg, VA

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Charice M.


Petersburg, VA

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Paraprofessional Seeking For A Part-Time Employment Or Full-Time Summer Employment

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I work in an educational staffing company as a paraprofessional, often visiting for various schools throughout Montgomery County. Most of the schools are elementary and high schools within the school districts. My roles range from providing one-on-one assistance as a special education aide to assisting teachers within the...
5.0
"Being from another state(NY) to travel for a medical procedure. I was very very surprised and comfortable with Charice, She was very professional as well as warm and caring. She took very good medical care of me. I had nothing to worry about. She had all procedures...

Stacey S.

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Maureen M.


Petersburg, VA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For Your Special One

While raising my three children, I kept a child with Down syndrome and also a girl with Cerebral Palsy. I thoroughly enjoyed being a part of their development and enjoying the success of them today. My experience with my grandson having cochlear implants, involved in his progress and development has been very rewarding to me.
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Sharon T.


Petersburg, VA

$16-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Sharon T. I have previously worked with an ER doctor and her family . At the time her daughter had been born prematurely at 1. 1lbs. and at 18mos. old needed a special feeding regimen. I also learned a little bit of sign language and raised 2 of my children alongside hers. I have a son in his 20's with...
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Lucy M.


Petersburg, VA

$13-15/hr4 yrs exp

Full-time Lead Preschool Teacher Transitioning To Nanny

I've worked with hundreds of children of all ages as a long-term substitute teacher, a camp counselor/babysitter during summers in college, and most recently as the Lead Teacher for a classroom of 162-year-olds (August 2023 to present). I am now seeking full-time employment as a nanny. I am also interested in tutoring positions...
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Rhonda F.


Petersburg, VA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse Aid

Many years of Experience Super Dedicated to my work and the Love I hold for others. Mother to young Adults and two Grand dogs. polite Clean well Mannered. Waiting to care for you or your loved one.
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Courtney R.


Petersburg, VA

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking For Summer Work.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been working as a social worker for children and families for the past 5 years. I love working with kids and have being able to meet them where they are developmentally, m and emotionally. I have experience working with all ages as well as children and teens with special needs. I also have experience working in a...
Courtney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Kayla R.


Chester, VA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Loving & Patient Caregiver

I have years of experience caring for people with all kinds of disabilities. I was a personal aide from 2017 until 2020 when I finished Lpn school. From there I continued to work in psych, geriatrics, and hospice care. I love forming bonds with all my patients and becoming their friend!
5.0
"Kayla was with us for 18 months assisting our young adult daughter with ADL's & IADL's. There are so many adjectives to describe her: warm, loving, consistent, punctual, and dedicated come to mind. Her nursing knowledge enable her to attend some doctor's...

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Loretta M.


Chester, VA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Personal Assistant/Lifestyle Manager

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm passionate about helping families with balancing their lives. I'm CPR, AED, and first aid certified. I have experience working with seniors, and youth. I have experience supporting people with Parkinson's, autism, and mental and cognitive delays.
5.0
"Very attentive and helpful. Wonderful communicator. Organized and thorough. She helped organize a cluttered apt. and instituted some processes to help the client maintain it."

Lynn S.

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Ashley W.


Chester, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver, Child/Infant/Adult/Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I ran an in-home daycare for 5 years as well as volunteered at the local elementary school assisting teachers for 12 years and raised two children of my own. available for child care
Ashley can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Grew up around many special needs foster children and have experience babysitting infants-toddler aged children. . Would love to hang out with your kiddos. :)
Alyson can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lynnae B.


Colonial Heights, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior/Special Needs Caregiver

I have 10+ years of senior care experience as an nursing assistant. Also I am an special education instructional assistant in the public school system. I've been working with children with disabilities for the past four years. I would describe myself as a respectful, flexible, reliable, caring of other's feelings, patient,...
Lynnae can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Early Education

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Riley J.


Chester, VA

$18/hr3 yrs exp

A Bit About Me :)

I'd describe my personality as Creative, gentle, and outgoing. In my spare time, I like to do pottery, play board games, and do outdoor activities. I started working with kids when I was in highschool starting with several nights a week. I was then a nanny for 6 months during college. I now work at a preschool academy! I am...
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Ivette G.


Chester, VA

$13-15/hr5 yrs exp

BS In Child Development And Family Living

I have 10 years experience working for with children. I worked in foster care for six years and currently I am a Part time child watch associate.
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Mikayla B.


Virginia State University, VA

$17-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! I Am 16 Years Old.

As a dedicated caretaker with over 2. 5 years of experience, I have a strong background in providing exceptional care for individuals of all ages. My expertise includes childcare and special needs care, while ensuring a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment. I am committed to learning and staying updated on the best...
Mikayla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
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Rachel R.


Chester, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistance/Full-Time

I have worked with disabilities and special needs individuals that includes brain and spinal cord injury individuals plus the elderly for over 25 years. I assisted with wheelchair transfer, change catheter and wound care, bathing, dressing, feeding, meal preparation, doctor appointments, errands and light house cleaning.. I...
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Debbie M.


Colonial Heights, VA

$15-20/hr

Special Needs Care

I have experience with disable elderly clients. Helping people is a passion of mine. I would love to help you with your family member.
I worked at Dominion Youth Services for 4 yrs caring for Autistic children. I am a very patient person and understand there needs. Always willing to help others. I am CPR and First Aid certified. Always on time and very dependable. I am looking for a full time job that is ongoing.
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Ashley W.


Chester, VA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 20 years of experience supporting a variety of people with their activities of daily living. This includes nutrition and feeding as well as (modified diets and swallowing disorders). I am CPR/FA/AED certified and trained in medical management. I have extensive knowledge of medical assistive devices. I am experienced in...
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Abbie L.


Midlothian, VA

$22-28/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have many years of childcare experience including a bachelor's degree in children's ministry and I have been a nanny for 3 years. I also have experience working with children who have special needs. One of the reasons I love working with kids is I believe that children are not just the future generation, but they are making an...
Abbie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Abbie is simply wonderful! I've known her for 6 years and can say that she is one of the most loving, hardworking, genuine people I've ever met. Abbie is naturally caring and nurturing and loves to genuinely connect with kids and their families. She is dependable,...

Julia S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Petersburg, VA

Charice M.

5.0

Being from another state(NY) to travel for a medical procedure. I was very very surprised and comfortable with Charice, She was very professional as well as warm and caring. She took very good medical care of me. I had nothing to worry about. She had all procedures and follow up care and medication...

- Stacey S.

Kayla R.

5.0

Kayla was with us for 18 months assisting our young adult daughter with ADL's & IADL's. There are so many adjectives to describe her: warm, loving, consistent, punctual, and dedicated come to mind. Her nursing knowledge enable her to attend some doctor's appointments on our behalf. She has...

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Loretta M.

5.0

Very attentive and helpful. Wonderful communicator. Organized and thorough. She helped organize a cluttered apt. and instituted some processes to help the client maintain it.

- Lynn S.

Abbie L.

5.0

Abbie knows the importance of children and families. She is respectful, kind, giving and loyal. She has experience caring for kids from birth through the teen years. Abbie has had some experience caring for kids with ASD. She plans fun activities for kids, and enjoys playing with them. She is very...

- Ruth A.

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