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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Salem, VA

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Salem, VA

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Kylie B.


Blacksburg, VA

$12-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny And Babysitting

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Kylie and I am a Masters of Social Work professional. I have been watching children for the past 16 years though babysitting and helping my single mom raise foster children through a therapeutic foster care agency. We specialized in teens moms for 8 years, and then had a sibling group of five kids ages 2-8 move out...
Kylie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kylie is awesome with our children. Highly recommend her! Kids love her."

Stone M.

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Karen M.


Roanoke, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 4 boys. My eldest is 32 and my youngest is 23. I have been a caregiver for the past 30+ year in elder care, in a hospital and as a nanny. Since my children have been adults, I have nannied for 3 families. Currently I nanny for a 19-month-old who is preparing to go to preschool. I am CPR certified and Covid...
5.0
"Karen has truly become a member of our family. She loves our 3 children as her own. They were 5, 3, and 4 months old when we first met Karen. She was always punctual, engaged with the kids, and handles 'tough toddler' situations with grace and kindness. She's...

Jessica H.

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Gianna M.


Blacksburg, VA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Gianna M.

Hello! My name is Gianna, I study Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience at Virginia Tech University. I've been babysitting for 6 years and one of my most recent jobs was nannying for a family of 5 children, all under 8 years old, including a child with special needs. I love working with kids because they bring me great joy...
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Kimberly B.


Roanoke, VA

$12-17/hr3 yrs exp

I'm a caring, creative and outgoing person who loves helping people especially kids. I've worked with 5 children who have Autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, Selective Mutism, Anxiety, Depression, Sensory issues. I have also worked beside ABA, Physical, Speech and Occupational Therapists with those children and have learned some...
I have been a PCA and RMA in an assisted living for the last 5 years. I love working with the elderly and building a connection with them. I want to make sure that no matter what the condition that everyone is receiving the best quality of care. I also along with my other certifications am CPR/First Aid certified.
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Rachel B.


Troutville, VA

$11-16/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Certified Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey There! My name is Rachel B! I am a licensed teacher in Grades K-8. I love helping kids to enjoy life that is more than screens! I love helping kids with homework, fun crafts, and playing outside! I make a special effort to make connections with each of your children so that they can always have the best day ever! I am First...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Kristen L.


Roanoke, VA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny

I have been a nanny for many special needs children. They have all been wonderful kids. I am a very patient, loving person who will teach and love the children I work with unconditionally. I am certified in early childhood education, occupational therapy and counseling. I am a CNA and Paramedic. I love children and am a very...
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Madelyn G.


Blacksburg, VA

$18/hr8 yrs exp

College Student Nanny Bio

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Madelyn! I am a psychology and criminology student at Virginia Tech. With 8 years of childcare experience, I specialize in providing compassionate care to children of all ages, including those with special needs. I am firm but engaging, fun and am passionate about helping kids grow. My childcare experience started...
Madelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Hannah B.


Christiansburg, VA

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Hannah's Exciting Care Adventure

I'd describe my personality as fun, loving, and loyal. I like working with kids because I believe kids should have as much opportunity to do the things they like to do. I am studying to be a special education teacher. I'm looking for a job that allows me to help out families in need. I started working with kids when I was a...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling
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Hope P.


Vinton, VA

$13-18/hr7 yrs exp

HI! My name is Hope! And I have been working with children with autism and other intellectual disabilities for 7 years now. Also with experience with my cousin who is now 18!
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Liam H.


Roanoke, VA

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Young Adult Male Looking For Part-time Caretaking Job For Child Or Adult With Disabilities.

I am a current resident of Roanoke on a gap year before starting medical school. I have three years of experience with adults and children with cognitive, developmental, and physical disabilities. I worked for two years at Camp Easter seals UCP as a counselor and then as a team leader, and I have worked as a counselor at ACE...
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Olivia S.


Blacksburg, VA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I have worked with children with special needs in a variety of scenarios, but my longest nannying experience was with an autistic child.
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Kristen L.


Roanoke, VA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have experience in providing transportation and support for children's extracurricular activities and morning routines. I have a specialization in caring for children with disabilities and special needs. I am committed to creating a positive atmosphere and motivating every child I engage with. I am willing to fulfill any...
Kristen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Mary C.


Blacksburg, VA

$14-25/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hello!! I am a college grad who is available to babysit all summer and into the fall. I have been babysitting for almost 7 years. I have experience working closely with children with special needs, infants, and toddlers.
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Erika R.


Blacksburg, VA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Erika! I have been working with infants and children in many settings for 15 years. I have extensive experience with all ages- newborns through teens, as well as autism, ADHD, and other special needs developmental/speech delays, etc. I have experience with behavior management and AAC devices PECS, iPad. Open to...
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Alexis D.


Roanoke, VA

$20-25/hr

Part-time Caregiver

Hi, I'm Alexis! I was born and raised in Philadelphia and now living in San Diego after graduating from the UCLA Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics! With a strong background in academic tutoring, specifically more than six years, and passion for health/medical sciences, I have experience working with...
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Debbie K.


Vinton, VA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have had alot of experience in taking care of patients . I originally started out in a nursing home and was doing home Care at the same time . I then went to work for a school for the mentally and physically challenged children to young adults . I like what I do and hope that I can continue to do it .
I have been apart of Special Olympics for years and have worked with many students with ADHD and ADD throughout a program called Success.
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Jordan T.


Hardy, VA

$15-22/hr5 yrs exp

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

I have experience caring for an adult with cognitive and physical disabilities for going on 5 years now. I recently graduated from Longwood University in Therapeutic Recreation and then became certified as a certified therapeutic recreation specialist. Since graduation, I have been working in a community setting planning and...
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Destiny H.


Roanoke, VA

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

At 15 I began working as a lifeguard, earning my CPR and First Aid Certifications. I later recertified at 17. I am now 20. I adored all the kids I saw on a daily basis and began a career change towards children. I have a sister who has autism, so I have plenty of experience with special needs. I have worked with children with...
Destiny can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Salem, VA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.