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Special needs caregivers in Quinton, VA

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Amber K.


Quinton, VA

$18-50/hr5 yrs exp

Let's Get Outside And Have Fun!

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I'd describe my personality as happy, charismatic, and positive. I like working with kids because they are happy and like to have fun. I'm looking for a job that I enjoy doing. I started working with kids when I was 12 In my spare time, I like to mountain bike, hike, and go camping. I also refurbish things to sell. One...
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Years of special needs experience at The Faison School in Richmond VA and Virginia Institute of Autism (V. I. A.). Several years of nanny experience including in-home care for children with autism. Hope to see you soon!
I have experience working as a babysitter with multiple children of all ages, working as a teacher in church programs, worked in a home daycare facility, worked for a YMCA summer camp program with 3rd graders, worked in a residential facility with children with special needs.
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Emma H.


Mechanicsville, VA

$12-17/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I have had experience working in a daycare and I have also observed school classrooms (with and without special needs).
Emma can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Emmaline D.


New Kent, VA

$18/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny

Hello families! I am looking for a part or full time nanny position. I love kids, and I have 8 years of professional experience with children. I have also been babysitting since I was 12. I am certified with Red Cross first aid, CPR, and babysitter certificates. I have worked with children who have special needs to include ASD,...
Emmaline can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Carolyn R.


New Kent, VA

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Senior care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have nearly 30 years experience as a teacher of special needs children. I also have taken care of my mother in law with dementia, my father with cancer and a neighbor with ALS. I love animals, outdoors, gardening, reading and puzzles! I value the wisdom and knowledge of those older than I and enjoy spending time with older...
Carolyn can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Carolyn was early for our appointment and was kind, respectful, trustworthy and went the extra mile to ensure I was doing alright after my procedure. Highly recommend!"

Victoria P.

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Jayde H.


Mechanicsville, VA

< $10/hr6 yrs exp

Jayde H.

I am currently a hairstylist just moved to the area and in need of money. I have worked with children since I was 14. I was babysitting certified through American Red Cross and CPR certified through American Red Cross if anyone would like me to get re-certified I don't mind! I grew up with special needs children in the family...
Jayde can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

I am trustworthy, fun, caring and very aware of peoples needs. After working with special needs populations for nearly 30 years, I know how easily plans can change and I easily adapt!
Carolyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Gracie G.


Richmond, VA

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver

5.0

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Hi! I am a childcare professional/teacher with over a decade of experience including special needs care. I have weekday afternoon availability and some weekend hours. I have full availability for HCPS and RPS spring break!
Gracie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Gracie is dependable, professional, and offered flexibility for our family's needs. I immediately noticed her gift with kids through a summer day-camp program a few years back and was lucky to connect with her for at-home sitting. Best thing was seeing how quickly...

Aimee C.

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Roselyne D.


Richmond, VA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

I have been working in the healthcare field since 1995 working as a home health aide with clients in heir homes and moved on to working with the developmentally and physically challenged individuals in a a group home as a direct care counselor. In 2016 I became a nursing assistant working in the nursing homes; currently I am...
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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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Tiffany G.


Richmond, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I have 10+ years of experience in the heath field. I've worked in hospitals, assisted living facilities, home health as a medical assistant, Phlebotomist and medication technician. I have also have 10+ years with special needs which consist of autism, down syndrome and intellectual disability in home settings and community....
Tiffany can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Tiffany is a hard worker and makes a special effort to connect with my dad. She is dependable, conscientious and compassionate."

Jackie J.

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Justine O.


Richmond, VA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Seasonal Care Provider For Special Needs Individuals

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Justine and I currently work in special education. I have worked with individuals with disabilities since the age of 12 and have many different experiences. Some of these include private tutor, camp counselor, attendant/care taker, teacher, sports coach, and mentor. I am looking for occasional care taking in the...
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Lisa H.


Richmond, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Richmond City Nanny

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

**available weekdays starting February 20** Hello! I have worked with children of all ages for many years. I ran a preschool and school age summer programs for over 20 years in Maryland. In Virginia, I have worked as a nanny for about 10 years. I raised two children of my own and few foster kids, too. I'm very experienced,...
Lisa can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Lisa was wonderful! My boys felt comfortable with her right away. She arrived on time and was flexible when we asked to extend our booking. I would definitely hire her again."

Hayley H.

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Sue Z.


Richmond, VA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Virginia native living primarily in Richmond. I am professional, knowledgeable, widely experienced, reliable, and passionate about providing compassionate and individualized care to my clients. My schedule is flexible, my preference is part time or short term opportunities. While I am comfortable with all ages, I am not a...
Sue can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Sue is a true gift. We heard about her services through a friend. For almost a year, she has been helping with my sister who has dementia. She is kind, dependable, trustworthy and honest. Sue has the knowledge along with a sense of humor and understanding necessary...

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Rachel B.


Richmond, VA

$16-50/hr3 yrs exp

Fun And Compassionate Caregiver

Hello! My name is Rae I am a 23-year-old caregiver looking for a family to help. I have been doing childcare for about 9 years and started working with disabled kids about 3 years ago. I have experience with kids of all ages and abilities. I am compassionate, knowledgeable of disabilities, hardworking, and fun for kids. I will...
5.0
"I am a Physical Therapist. I got to work along Rea with a family we know. She takes amazing care of the kids in which she is hired. She truly loves her families. She implements the programs the families want implanted. She is observant and attentive to a...

Andrea L.

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Jennifer M.


Henrico, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Career Nanny Available For Evenings And Weekends.!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Jennifer, aka Ms. Jenn, 41yrs old, I've been a professional career nanny for 22+ yrs. I'm experienced with newborns up to teens, as well as with multiples and special needs. **My specialty & preference is newborn!** I'm fully vaccinated & boosted twice, Covid conscious, as well as CPR & first aid certified. I have a good...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jennifer is experienced in child development and has a true passion for children. Her references are impeccable and the only reason we did not hire her was because we had met someone we like just before we met Jennifer."

Anand F.

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Cilicia D.


Richmond, VA

$13-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Cilicia everyone calls me CC its not just my nickname its also easier to remember and pronounce. I am 26 years old. I've been working with children my entire life whether it was with my six younger siblings or working in Child Care. I also have a cousin on the spectrum with autism that I work with weekly. I'm...
Cilicia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"CC was great with my toddlers and had them in bed right on time. She also picked up and folded laundry after they went to bed. So nice to come home to everything being put away!"

Sydney K.

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Sue Z.


Richmond, VA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Virginia native living in Richmond. I am professional, knowledgeable, widly experienced, reliable, and passionate about providing compassionate and individualized care to my clients. My schedule is flexible, my preference is part time or short term opportunities. While I am comfortable with all ages, I am not a nanny and...
5.0
"I absolutely cannot say enough wonder things about Sue! From the first point of contact all the way through my surgery she has been amazing from the start. I needed temporary care as I was flying in from California to Virginia for cosmetic surgery - liposuction...

Megan L.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Quinton, VA

Carolyn R.

5.0

Carolyn was early for our appointment and was kind, respectful, trustworthy and went the extra mile to ensure I was doing alright after my procedure. Highly recommend!

- Victoria P.

Gracie G.

5.0

Gracie is dependable, professional, and offered flexibility for our family's needs. I immediately noticed her gift with kids through a summer day-camp program a few years back and was lucky to connect with her for at-home sitting. Best thing was seeing how quickly my kids trusted her and loved...

- Aimee C.

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...

- Care member

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.

Tiffany G.

5.0

Tiffany is a hard worker and makes a special effort to connect with my dad. She is dependable, conscientious and compassionate.

- Jackie J.

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