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Lauren I.


Midlothian, VA

$16-21/hr6 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher/babysitter

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Hello! I am a special education teacher and have 6 years of paid experience working with students with disabilities of all kinds. I am not available during the day time, but do not mind offering help for evenings or date nights as a babysitter. I am CPR and First aid certified and will renew in May 2024. I am pursuing my license...
Hello, I'm Nija I enjoy working in the nursing field with people it's most enjoyable where I can have one-on-one interaction with others. I've worked at MaxCare home care and HCA Healthcare where I grew to learn many things in my field. I'm always smiling and willing to make my clients and children feel comfortable, I'm very...
Nija can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Aileen R.


Henrico, VA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love kids. I'm studying to be a teacher and will be fully certified upon my graduation in May 2017. I've watched kids from as young as a year to as old as young adult. I am willing to watch children with special needs. I like to play and have fun. I have my own car and am willing to travel.
Aileen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Rose T.


Midlothian, VA

$25-35/hr13 yrs exp

MSW With Lots Of Childcare Experience Looking For A Family In Need Of Regular Support.

Hello, I'm Rose! I have over a decade of experience caring for children of all ages. I have a masters degree in social work and have been supporting and coaching parents of children with special needs and child/caregiver attachment issues for 8 years. I recently accepted a position as an outpatient therapist and I am searching...
Rose can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Sharon S.


Midlothian, VA

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

CNA, Med Tech, CPR/First -aid Trained

Hello, my name is Sharon. I have helping people with challenges for over 17 years. Their ages range from small children to elderly. Each case is different based on the hours, days and needs of each client. I have experience in aiding a client with the morning process of getting up, cleaned and dressed. The morning routine of...
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April T.


Henrico, VA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a mom to two special needs kids that are both on the Autism Spectrum. I worked closely in my children's schools and with their various therapist (to include ABA therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech Therapist, Physical Therapist, and Social Workers) to name a few. I'm also in the process of finishing school to be a...
I am a Certified Child Life Specialist with my Masters Degree in Child Life and 5 years of experience I. The hospital setting, as well as 3 years of experience working at a medical summer camp for children with chronic illnesses and disabilities.
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Kathryn B.


Henrico, VA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny Available Late August/Early September

I am a Pediatric nurse working as a nanny. I have NICU experience and have worked with children in home health care. I am divorced now, but my step-daughter is autistic and she has been a blessing in my life.
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Keveanu D.


Henrico, VA

$22-26/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Helper!:)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

About me, I enjoy gardening and own over 250 plants(I can revive any house plant)! In my spare time, I enjoy cooking and painting. I have 3 younger siblings with loveable and various personalities! In 3 words, I would consider myself to be crafty, dependable, and energetic! Previously, I had the pleasure of being a teacher's...
Keveanu can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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Kerin T.


Henrico, VA

$10-50/hr5 yrs exp

I am an ongoing student attending JMU to pursue a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. I working with children! I have 5 years experience working in child development centers and public schools. I currently work at an Elementary school with the Exceptional Education Education department and we are beginning the year...
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Ali B.


Midlothian, VA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Ali and I am a middle school teacher in the area. I enjoy working with children and have a passion for helping people (of all ages) with special needs. I have over 10 years of babysitting experience as well as experience working in a group home for people with developmental disabilities. I am excited to meet...
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Kate P.


Midlothian, VA

$20-23/hr4 yrs exp

Passionate Caregiver With Mental Health & Child Development Expertise

Hi, I'm Kate! I have a diverse background in education, mental health, and behavior intervention, giving me a holistic and empathetic approach to individualized support. I work in a special ed class at an elem. school, and my experience in preschools, intensive mental health, and ABA therapy allows me to excel at and enjoy...
Kate can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Hello I'm Nija! I'm a positive happy go lucky person always have a smile on my face. I've worked in Healthcare with children/adults with mental health and special needs. I worked at MaxCare home care where I was taught to to care for children with special needs to teach them their basic ADLS, feeding, changing. I'm very...
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Hayley E.


Richmond, VA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Interactive And Fun Babysitter Who Loves Caring For Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Hayley, a recent VCU grad who is looking for part-time and occasional jobs while I'm searching for a full-time position in my degree field. I've been caring for children throughout my time in high school and college. Some highlights of my experience include: working as a daycare teacher for all ages, nannying a toddler...
Hayley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Rayanna T.


Oilville, VA

$13-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Rayanna! I am a college student at a local community college. I've worked with kids for 5 years and have experience with special needs and disabled care. I have experience working as a teacher for 2-year-olds and daycare experience with ages 1-5yrs. I love crafts, cooking, fashion, animals, and sports! I got...
Rayanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Aileen R.


Henrico, VA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver With Experience In Special Needs

I work full time as a special education teacher and I have experience as a live-in nanny. I have worked professionally with children and adults with disabilities for about seven years. I love to read, play outside, and explore the neighborhood.
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Hannah G.


Henrico, VA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny Persuing || College Student

Hello! My name is Hannah, and I am dedicated to providing exceptional care for children of all ages. With over four years of experience, I have developed skills in kindness, patience, optimism, and creativity. I prioritize enforcing parents' rules while ensuring kids have fun and feel valued at the same time! Inspired by my...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Madison M.


Midlothian, VA

$22/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Nanny!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hey! I have 1 year of experience with a family whos kids were 9 and 12, and worked for a family this past winter break helping a child with special needs completed his online school. I can help with Light Housekeeping (laundry, picking up around the house, meal prepping) and Crafts. I've been babysitting since I was 14, and have...
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jessica C.


Midlothian, VA

$18/hr14 yrs exp

Hello! My Name Is Jessica, Long Time Nurse With Lots Of Experience With Children!

Hello, I am looking for part time weekday hours for a family who needs childcare/pet care. I have been a nurse for 14 years and have experience with children in the clinic and in a home healthcare setting for special needs children. I'd describe my personality as Happy, positive, funny I like working with kids because I come...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
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Bonnie S.


Henrico, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated and passionate retired Special Ed Educator, with 40+ years of experience. I have worked with all ages of children and adults with many types of disabilities. I have worked in the Special Ed field for 40-plus years and have loved every moment of what I do. Proven track record of success supporting children/adults with...

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