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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Poquoson, VA

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Poquoson, VA

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Emma M.


Poquoson, VA

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

14 years of nannying experience . I have been caring for children since I was able to play with toddlers as a mother's helper as a young kid. As I grew, my responsibilities grew and soon I begin babysitting for family friends and eventually for other families. As an 8th grader, I trained with my guidance counselor to be a tutor...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Amy D.


Poquoson, VA

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Understanding And Caring

My experience has been with family and church members throughout the years. I strive to create a safe space for everyone where they feel comfortable being themselves, working towards improvement and development in their life. I love working with babies and instilling a positive warm upbringing for them, while in my care.
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Sarah H.


Poquoson, VA

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Sweet, Smart, And Responsible Nanny!

Hi everyone! I'm an incredibly fun-loving, patient, easy-going personality. My love for children led me to pursue a Psychology degree at UVA where I have graduated in 2016. I have spent the past six years teaching children how to sail at programs up and down the east coast. I am experienced with a wide variety of age groups and...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Heather D.


Yorktown, VA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Everyone Should Be Treated Like Family

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nurse for 10+ years and most of my work has been with elderly, pediatric, and special needs families. I myself have a grandfather who is 100 years old, and want nothing but the best for him. I may not be able to help care for him (since he is out of state with my parents) but I can help care for your loved ones. I...
Heather can also help with: Mobility assistance, hospice services, dementia, respite care, companionship, personal care & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

CNA

5.0
"Heather assisted in my husbands care for about a year and a half. Her caring nature, sense of humor, ability to problem solve issues was amazing during a difficult time. Heather is a dependable trustworthy person who give quality care-giving. My husband needs...

Julie B.

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Kailey W.


Hampton, VA

$13-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kailey. I'm currently enrolled in college part-time at Virginia Peninsula Community College. I have a great deal of child care experience, having volunteered alongside various elementary teachers at Cooper and Yorktown elementary schools, having babysat for many years, and having worked with infants-prek in a...
Kailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Xena J.


Newport News, VA

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Weekend Childcare Provider.

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi I am Xena. Interest include child development, planning, educating, and welfare. 5+ years in the professional childcare industry providing care for ages 2 months-12 years as well as experience in the k-12 public school system. CPR, First Aid, and MAT certified. Experience working with children with special needs and...
Xena can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She was amazing with my two Boys, and communicating as much as I needed. As a SAHM it was difficult for me but she reassured me the whole time by giving hourly updates. I will definitely recommend her."

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Deon S.


Newport News, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dedicated compassionate, reliable, caring caregiver with 15 years of experience working with patients committed to overall patient well-being and help through personal care and energetic engagement skilled in assisting patients with daily living
5.0
"Deon could not schedule to work with 100 year old mother, but she did give a lead for someone else. She was very nice about it. We wanted to hire her."

Kevin G.

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Cassaundra T.


Newport News, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Healthcare Provider special needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a healthcare provider at two area hospital (PRN ONLY). I'M CPR certified, double vaccinated and boosted. I provide hands on care, very attentive to the family needs.
5.0
"I am so glad I choose Cassaundra for my heath care needs. She has so much experience and very knowledgeable of a lot of medical practices. I will definitely be choosing her again if needed. "

Care member

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Resse V.


Newport News, VA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Heavenly Angel

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have 20+ years of experience in home health care, hospice, special needs and CPR/first Aide certified. I have been blessed enough to work with all types of ailments and to name a few, dementia, Alzheimer and ALS. I am very passionate about the care I give to my clients, always willing to go the extra mile. I worked in...
Resse can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Resse is a godsend! She is endlessly cheerful, compassionate, and so incredibly helpful. My father enjoys her company and when she's there, I know he's safe and well taken care of and his home is in order. I don't know what I'd do without her!"

Al H.

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Kaitlyn H.


Hampton, VA

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience with nannying and babysitting for a long time. Kids of all ages and special needs kids. I have gone to school for medical assisting and began school for nursing so I am skilled in those fields as well. I have an almost 3-year-old daughter .
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We loved Kaitlyn! She was fantastic with our daughter. She really cares and is reliable."

Taylor B.

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Eleanor S.


Hampton, VA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

I'm a reliable and creative person. I have 5 years of experience working for families with kids between 2 months - 14 years old. I have some experience with special needs children. I can help with housekeeping, snacks/meal prep, and homework. I hope to provide a safe and supportive environment for all children I work with.
Eleanor can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Heather D.


Yorktown, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Provide Special Families With Special Care Sprinkled With Fun!

I absolutely love working with all children, as well as the elderly. My whole life has been spent working in special needs classrooms, hospitals, doctors offices, and patients homes (providing hospice and respite care). I love teaching all subjects, and continue to broaden my knowledge daily. I home-schooled all three of my...
I have had the pleasure of working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential and day support settings for the last 5 years.
Hello! I'm Adriana. I am a mother to a very special little boy who is 6 years old and has severe Autism. Prior to him being born I worked as a full time Nanny/caregiver for 6 years. I have experience working with kids from newborn-13 years old with varying needs. I am first aid and CPR certified. I'm looking to do some part time...
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Ashley G.


Newport News, VA

$13-15/hr3 yrs exp

Full/Part Time Caregiver

Have experience working with a variety of children with special needs including Autism, Down Syndrome, ADD and ADHD
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Kassandra W.


Newport News, VA

$14-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello All! I Am An Actuve RBT In The Hampton Roads/Suffolk/Smithfield Area!

I am currently working as a full time RBT with kids on the Autism Spectrum and with kids with Down syndrome. I am looking to be an occasional babysitter for children with special needs, as I do already have a full time job. I have experience with feeding tubes, aggressive behaviors, sensory issues, stimming, etc. Feel free to...
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Isabella S.


Newport News, VA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/nanny For Child With Down Syndrome

Hi, I'm Isabella! I have a heart for kids with special needs and have a younger brother who has Down Syndrome, Tourette's, and Autism. He is my best friend. I have been babysitting for him since I was little, have babysat a newborn with Down Syndrome, am a regular babysitter for a boy with Autism and his sister, and was a nanny...
I have 10 years of experience working with the elderly and disabled. I have a college degree in education. Also I am certified in CPR and first aid. I am very compassionate dependable and reliable.
I have 10+ years of nursing experience. I can help with Transportation Services, Dementia and Intellectual development disability individuals. I asssist. residents with activities of daily living including helping with meals, transferring using assistive devices, bathing, dressing and grooming. I'm very reliable, service-focused...
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Julie B.


Newport News, VA

$47-50/hr

Excellent, Caring, Energetic And Educated

Empathetic, caring and full of energy. I have always had a passion for helping others - but especially older people and animals. I have a Bachelors Degree and I have taken Master level courses from ODU for Special Needs Education. Years ago I was a teacher, and I am currently a Project Manager for an IT company. I am good with...
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Poquoson, VA

Heather D.

5.0

Heather assisted in my husbands care for about a year and a half. Her caring nature, sense of humor, ability to problem solve issues was amazing during a difficult time. Heather is a dependable trustworthy person who give quality care-giving. My husband needs were great, and she exceeded all of...

- Julie B.

Xena J.

5.0

She was amazing with my two Boys, and communicating as much as I needed. As a SAHM it was difficult for me but she reassured me the whole time by giving hourly updates. I will definitely recommend her.

- Care member

Deon S.

5.0

Deon could not schedule to work with 100 year old mother, but she did give a lead for someone else. She was very nice about it. We wanted to hire her.

- Kevin G.

Cassaundra T.

5.0

I am so glad I choose Cassaundra for my heath care needs. She has so much experience and very knowledgeable of a lot of medical practices. I will definitely be choosing her again if needed.

- Care member

Resse V.

5.0

Resse is a godsend! She is endlessly cheerful, compassionate, and so incredibly helpful. My father enjoys her company and when she's there, I know he's safe and well taken care of and his home is in order. I don't know what I'd do without her!

- Al H.

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