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101 special needs caregivers are listed in Virginia Beach, VA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Virginia Beach, VA
5.0
(1)
I have worked with a large group of Special Needs Clients. I have worked with a young adult with Cerebral Palsy, where I had to bathe, feed, prepare meals, change diapers, transfer and reposition him. He could talk some and we laughed, listened to music, sung songs, and I read to him. I cared for a child with Autism, who played...
5.0
"Shirley is an awesome caregiver. She has watched over my son an provided for him with excellent care. She's heart warming an tedious, "
Keenan J.
5.0
(1)
I love children with special needs, I have 3 siblings that are special needs 2 boys 1 girl . I have helped raised them from babies. I have helped teach them how to talk as well as introduce them to new things. Such as tv shows and different foods and different learning activities. At one point in time, they were not high...
Melissa B.
Virginia Beach, VA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mother to four amazing adult children (18+). I was a stay-at-home mom for 13 years and have experience in homeschooling. I hold a Master's degree in Special Education, a Bachelor's degree in accounting, and volunteer as the lead coordinator for Children's Ministry in my church. I plan and direct a camp for children with...
Shari W.
Virginia Beach, VA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm An Honest, Reliable, Loving And Nurturing Young Woman Looking To Provide Care.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I m a caring, compassionate, invested and dependable person. I've worked for The City of Virginia Beach for 9 years taking care of adults with special needs. I have experience working with a wide variety of disabilities including all levels of autism, down syndrome, fragile x, wheelchair and those with more complex disabilities....
5.0
"Shari has been a part of our family for almost 9 years. She's compassionate, understanding and loving to not only our daughter who she cares for as if she were her own but our entire family. Shari works hard, is very dedicated and she would be an incredible asset...
Yvette Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Ruby, I have worked with several family's with special need children. I'm very passionate about providing care to those in need. I'm a fun loving very energetic grandmother of three who love caring for children. I have been working as a child care provider over the last five years part-time and full-time. I'm a non...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Leticia. I am a responsible nanny with experience caring for children. I would love to give you my help whenever you need, I will make sure your children stay happy and joyful.
I have solid experience with kids from 2 months until 15 years old and with special needs (autism and ADHD).
I'm looking for a PART TIME...
Leticia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Leticia has watched my son many times while I'm out working and will always be my first go to when I need someone. She quite often takes him outdoors, to the park, and even hosts play dates for him with other kids. You can't go wrong picking Leticia and the kids...
Rob L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Alexus but you can call me Lex, I have been taking care of children for a long time. As well as special needs children which I have cared for 2 for years. I have taken care of new borns, toddler etc. I'm a very loving individual who loves kids and I love to teach them new things. I also help with homework, light meal...
Alexus can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"All kids love Lexus. She is a very gentle and fun person to be around. Very dependable! "
Drea D.
Jasmine C.
Virginia Beach, VA
$14-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional, Experienced, And Dependable Caregiver
4.5
(11)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Jasmine, and I have over 12 years of experience caring for children; infancy through middle school. I have worked as an Au Pair in Italy, for child care companies, as well as been hired by families to be their caregiver. I've held positions such as a full- time nanny, infant caregiver, a special needs caretaker,...
Jasmine can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"My son really had a great time with Jasmine. She came early to talk to us and made us feel extremely comfortable. I will definitely use her in the future."
Kendra G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!! I am senior at Virginia Wesleyan University in Virginia Beach, VA and am majoring in elementary education! I love helping children learn and grow their minds through knowledge and health through various activities! I love the outdoors and am a certified lifeguard so I would love to take the kids out to the pool or other...
Dana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Dana has been an amazing asset to our family! My husband and I have very crazy work schedules and she has been incredibly flexible with our schedules. I have a 1 year old and almost 3 year old and she manages both children very well. My son always gets excited when...
Micaela C.
5.0
(1)
Hello!
I'm Krystal, a mother of five & experienced educator looking to join a family to help your children grow & develop! I enjoy engaging children with activities such as: foreign language, art, sensory, outdoor play, & cooking. I have over 10 years of experience working with children from various backgrounds & different needs...
Krystal can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Krystal is a reliable, warm, communicative childcare provider. I have known her for three years and she has cared for my two sons (ages 3 years and 4 months) on multiple occasions and in different roles (in home babysitter, teacher in daycare facility). She's...
Hilary M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Olivia. I am located in Virginia Beach and I am a current ODU student, trying to work around my school schedule. I am pursuing a degree in healthcare and I am very excited! I have worked as a babysitter in my neighborhood since my Junior year of High School. I have previously worked at an In-Home Daycare,...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Hello, Miss Olivia worked for my young family from 8/2017-8/2019, as a weekend caregiver for my 2 and 3 year old toddlers. She was a Fabulous Nanny! My kids absolutely adored Olivia! Kind, patient, reliable, always accepted ANY Extra Favors I would ask of her...
Margaret R.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mother to four amazing adult children (18+). I was a stay-at-home mom for 13 years and have experience in homeschooling. I hold a Master's degree in Special Education, a Bachelor's degree in accounting, and I am the Children's Ministry Director for my church. I plan and direct a camp for children with special needs each...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Great with small kids and special needs!"
Sherri W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am Whitney , I am 23 years old. I have been babysitting/nanny for about 8 years now. I have worked with children of all ages (newborns-teens) including special needs children as well. I also have experience working as a teaching assistant at a daycare. I taught ages 1-4 mostly but I worked with all ages at the daycare (4...
Whitney can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Whitney was very patient and kind with our son. She was on time, sweet, and made an immediate connection. We truly appreciated her enthusiasm and her willingness to help out whenever she could."
Joan H.
Christine B.
Virginia Beach, VA
$12-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have worked as a bus aide. With elementary to high school students. Also have worked with special needs children. I worked at that job for 3 years.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Christina is very good with children, is reliable."
Ann S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children of all ages from newborns to 13-year-old . I have experience with special needs children including working with a child who has autism. I am patient and very loving. I always treat all children as if they are my own with respect to the various needs and disciplines that the parent's desire.
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Samantha watched my two very young sons (age 1.5 and 5 mos) and was extremely caring, sweet, punctual and creative. She had a whole list of activities to do with them and even brought her own home made sensory bags, string for games, etc. Its clear that when...
Terryn L.
Elly P.
Virginia Beach, VA
$20-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Elly and I am a current English teacher at Cox High school. I have about a decade and a half of experience with children including teaching, childcare, and special needs caregiving. I am CPR certified, licensed to teach in Virginia, and have a Masters in Education from William and Mary.
5.0
"Our two year old warmed up to Ellie almost immediately. We felt very comfortable trusting her with him for the night. Would hire again. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I consider myself to be a very caring, compassionate and dependable person. I worked for The City of Virginia Beach for 9 years taking care of adults with special needs. I have experience working with a wide variety of disabilities including all levels of autism, down syndrome, fragile x, wheelchair and those with more complex...
Shari can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shari is one of the smartest and nicest people I know. She's patient, loving, and kind. I trust her. She is an amazing person. "
Christina M.
Brooke C.
Virginia Beach, VA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there, my name is Brooke. I am originally from Vermont but, I have resided in Virginia Beach for the last 15 years. I have experience with special needs and seniors with dementia. Being a caregiver is hard work but, very rewarding! I am honest, trustworthy, and do not mind really getting in there and providing the services...
Brooke can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, dementia, light cleaning, errands
5.0
"Brooke was a wonderful caregiver to have taking care of my parents. Her care went so far beyond expectations that it was inspiring. She was truly devoted to my parents' care at a point where my Dad needed constant monitoring due to ALS. She brought empathy and...
Andrew G.
I started caring for people with special needs about 10 years ago when volunteering for a summer camp for people with autism. I worked there for 6 weeks every summer, working with a wide age range, for a total of eight years. I then began to do full time care taking work for a child with autism, who I connected with through the...
My Oldest Child is on the spectrum would love to work with others on the spectrum as well. Former child care center director, Former CEO, turned full-time mom. Looking to use my skill set to benefit others.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Virginia Beach, VA
Shirley D.
5.0
Shirley is an awesome caregiver. She has watched over my son an provided for him with excellent care. She's heart warming an tedious,
- Keenan J.
Shari W.
5.0
Shari has been a part of our family for almost 9 years. She's compassionate, understanding and loving to not only our daughter who she cares for as if she were her own but our entire family. Shari works hard, is very dedicated and she would be an incredible asset to any family she works with.
- Yvette Y.
Leticia J.
5.0
Leticia is a great nanny and I would recommend her to anyone. She was a live in nanny for us for a year and we could always depend on her to take great care of our young kids. She always kept them busy with games, crafts, playing outside and taking them to the park. She is a careful, confident...
- Carlee D.
Alexus H.
5.0
She is very kind and professional. I will definitely use her again.
- Amber Y.
Jasmine C.
5.0
My son really had a great time with Jasmine. She came early to talk to us and made us feel extremely comfortable. I will definitely use her in the future.
- Kendra G.
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Ratings for Virginia Beach, VA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Virginia Beach, VA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 51 reviews of the 101 listed special needs caregivers.