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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Portsmouth, VA

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Portsmouth, VA

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Miosoty C.


Portsmouth, VA

$19-20/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello families my name is miosoty but you can call me Sophie, I am very friendly , honest , reliable, and determine . I believe I qualified to be you nanny / baby sitter because I adore taking care of people from all ages new born to even the elderly . I have work in health care as a home health aide with special need and just...
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Mary-kathryn J.


Portsmouth, VA

$10-17/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Creator

Hi!! available after school and on weekends! I have experience with babysitting in past years. Love meeting new children and would love to set up and meet with you! I have special needs experience with autism. I am experienced with younger children. Live in Portsmouth area but can travel to you. I try to include all activities...
Mary-kathryn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
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Joi C.


Portsmouth, VA

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Hello, My Name Is Joi I'm 20 Years Old. I Hold A Certification In CPR/BLS.

I hold a certification in CPR/BLS and have experience in housekeeping and cooking. Additionally, I have worked with special needs children. I am currently offering in-home care services, including housekeeping and cooking. Please note that I do not provide transportation. My availability is flexible, and we can discuss pay rates...
Joi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship
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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: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Wendy has taken care of my 3 y/o son for almost 3 years now and has been very flexible with my hours. She has also cared for my dog who loves to see her walk through the door. I would recommend her"

Bria O.

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Sarah G.


Norfolk, VA

$15/hr9 yrs exp

My name is Sarah I am a 28-year-old navy wife, located in Norfolk, and currently a housewife looking to do babysitting in my home. I have 1 little boy, his name is W and he is 6 years old. I love children, and I have about 10 years experience in all ages and experience with special needs as my son is Autistic. References...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She's a wonderful person inside and out! Very professional, And extremely patient and loving to children. "

Katherine H.

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Caitlyn W.


Chesapeake, VA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Caitlyn! I am pursuing my Master's degree in Psychology - I received my Bachelor's degree in Psychology at ODU in 2024. I am currently nannying twin infants part time, but I am looking to work in the evening a few days a week. I have availability all day Monday and Friday, and evening availability...
Caitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Caitlyn as a temporary nanny over the summer for our 2 and 5 year old crazy kids. She was extremely patient, gentle, and enthusiastic with the kids and they love her. Our family just moved to Michigan, otherwise we would have kept her around as long as...

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Bailey S.


Chesapeake, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Stay At Home Mom

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Bailey. I love children and I have a lot of experience with caring for them. I have a 9-year-old daughter myself. I have a baby and toddler-safe home that I am more than willing to share. I have previous experience with special needs children as well. I plan on taking little trips to the zoo, the beach, our pool,...
Bailey can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Bailey has been a fantastic care-giver to my kids for a year and a half. She has always been consistent, professional, and the kids absolutely loved her and her daughter! She is also good with animals too, which is great because it's so hard to find a sitter that...

Jamie N.

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Diamond R.


Norfolk, VA

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a caregiver with five years of experience, and I'm passionate about helping children grow, develop, and learn. I have a creative and friendly personality, and I am very comfortable enforcing household rules. I believe in open communication with parents, and I am happy to provide regular updates on their child's day. I am...
Diamond can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I can’t tell you enough about how grateful I am for Diamond! She has helped me a handful of times. She is punctual, communicates effectively, flexible if need be. But an outstanding babysitter above all. She loves kids and to any parent it’s a lot more meaningful...

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Viola S.


Chesapeake, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there my name is Vi. I have been fortunate to be in the medical and childcare field for over 10 years . I have worked with all types of families and taken care of children from preemies through teens. As well as home health for the Elderly. I have even been blessed enough to work with children with intellectual disabilities....
5.0
"Vi is an incredible caregiver. When she kept my sons (an infant and toddler), they grew very attached to her. My youngest has severe gastrointestinal issues, so I was very skeptical about finding an adequate sitter, but as a nurse she jumped right in and has been...

Kierra B.

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Maggie C.


Norfolk, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights And Weekends (the Whole Day)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a bilingual teacher from Costa Rica with a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education and a Master's degree in Neuroeducation. I am also certified in CPR and have my own car. Currently, I am employed at VBCPS. I can babysit during summer break, holidays and after school. I have experience with Montessori philosophy,...
Maggie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Tara A.


Norfolk, VA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic, Dependable, And Experienced Child-Care Giver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children for well over 13 years. I have 10 1/2 years of nanny/ babysitting/personal assistant experience and 3 years of experience as a Behavior Interventionist, where I worked one-on-one with children who have special needs. Currently I am working in a multidisciplinary pediatric clinic for speech,...
Tara can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Tara cared for our busy 3 year old and 6 month old baby for almost a year. She is a wonderful caregiver who loves to teach, create, and help your children develop. She created sensory mats for our kiddos which they loved and did art projects to decorate our...

Callie M.

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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
"My spouse is not Senior he is only 50 but double amputee and needs assistance. Wendy is great with him. She drives him to appointments, shopping or wherever he needs to go. She also helps me with chores."

Helen S.

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Laura G.


Chesapeake, VA

$19/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! DUE TO ACCEPTING A NEW JOB, I DO NOT CURRENTLY HAVE AVAILABILITY. I am an extremely caring, creative, and bubbly caretaker. I have my master's degree and certification in elementary education prek-6. I am CPR certified and have worked in a daycare facility in an infant room and school-age room. I have also been a respite...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Laura has been a blessing to us the last month. She immediately demonstrated that our daughter was/is her first priority. We are so sad to see her step away from being our full time nanny in hopes to pursue her career. She gave us hope for the world of care-at-home...

Hallie A.

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Renee S.


Chesapeake, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Or Part-Time

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a Certified Nursing Assistant, Registered Medication Assistant, Pharmacy Technician. Also I'm in school for a Phlebotomy Technician by the Virginia State Board of Nursing, with 30 years of nursing experience. I have been lucky enough to work as a CNA for many years and have worked in almost all areas of the nursing field....
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Elizabeth C.


Chesapeake, VA

$13-17/hr2 yrs exp

Ready To Help!

I am a previous special needs and English teacher with experience as a disabled in-home carer. In 2022, my grandmother was diagnosed with breast cancer and I drive to Wisonsinnto take care of her through testing. This added a new desire to help eldery people who need assistance in every day life when family may not be close or...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep
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Bethanne S.


Suffolk, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Creative Companion

I am a blessed mom of 3. I was a teacher then married a navy man and traveled the world for a few years. We became foster/adoptive parents until my hands were full. I homeschooled for 5 years. Now that my kids are more independent, I'm looking to get back serving my community. I have a tender heart towards elderly, babies, or...
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Janeane D.


Norfolk, VA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

I have 2 boys of my own. Both are toddlers, my oldest is 2 & my youngest is 1. I experienced a lot with special needs kids. I love to make sure that their comfortable with me, I'm very patient , I love to teach kids fun things! I am willing to do light housework & I'm always up to learning new things.
Janeane can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Kaitlyn S.


Norfolk, VA

$11-16/hr8 yrs exp

I have watched kids for many years and love watching them grow and become their own person. I have friends who have two special needs children who I watch on occasion. From watching these kids, I have learned how to keep them engaged and find what intrigues them and what their interests are.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Gretta O.


Norfolk, VA

$13-15/hr5 yrs exp

Easygoing And Super Familiarity

I am a dedicated and experienced caregiver with over 5 years of expertise in taking care of children ranging from 2 months to 13 years old. My background includes working as an au pair, where I developed a deep understanding of children's needs and built strong, nurturing relationships with them. I have a clean background record...
Gretta can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Trenicia K.


Chesapeake, VA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Experience with special needs, intellectual/physical disabilities. Autism, down-syndrome, alcohol syndrome, Huntingtons Disease, Alzheimer's and Dementia, Incontinence Care, CPR and First Aide certified. Hoyer and Arjo lift trained. Mental health disorders and mental health first aid trained. Medication Administration.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Portsmouth, VA

Wendy O.

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 care, I will definitely hire Wendy...

- Rebecca L.

Sarah G.

5.0

Dependable, on time,clear thinker.

- Delaina B.

Caitlyn W.

5.0

Caitlyn was with our family, providing primary childcare for our son at home, from the age of 3 months old to 2 years old. She was engaging, careful and wonderfully patient as a childcare provider and respectful, communicative and very pleasant to work with as an employee. We were genuinely sad to...

- Care member

Bailey S.

5.0

She's a great sitter, I'd definitely use her again.

- Lauren R.

Diamond R.

5.0

Diamond has been fantastic for my kiddos. She's attentive, caring, and always on on time. I would recommend her services to anyone and everyone!

- James J.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Portsmouth, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.