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100 special needs caregivers are listed in Virginia Beach, VA

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Virginia Beach, VA

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Shirley D.


Virginia Beach, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

5.0

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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.

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Alexus H.


Virginia Beach, VA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs

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...
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Melissa B.


Virginia Beach, VA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

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...
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Ruby O.


Virginia Beach, VA

$10-15/hr

Part-time Or Full-time Caregiver

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...
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Dara T.


Virginia Beach, VA

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

As a childcare provider with nine years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing and educating young minds. My background in early childhood development has equipped me with the knowledge and skills to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. I pride myself on being patient, calm, and creative,...
Dara can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Although it was a one-time job, I would definitely hire again. She is so dependable. I absolutely love the fact that she gives you a report on everything that happened during her time babysitting. 10/10 would recommend!"

Ashley C.

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Alexus H.


Virginia Beach, VA

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Alas Child Care

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:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alexus is very hard-working and passionate. She's great with kids! Hire her and I promise you won't regret it!"

Dee W.

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Jasmine C.


Virginia Beach, VA

$14-29/hr10 yrs exp

Professional, Experienced, And Dependable Caregiver

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I hired Jasmine to watch my almost two year old when I was in town on vacation. She came for two nights to my hotel and my little guy is usually not comfortable around others, but he did wonderful with her - even given the new environment! She spent excellent...

Brandy M.

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Leticia J.


Virginia Beach, VA

$15/hr2 yrs exp

A Little Bit About Me

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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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...

Carlee D.

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Dana S.


Virginia Beach, VA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter Available!

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
"This is long overdue, but Dana has been absolutely amazing! I have twins and a husband who very frequently deploys, and she's been a huge help. She's very nice, and gets along with kids really well."

Matea B.

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Whitney T.


Virginia Beach, VA

$18/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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.

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Melissa B.


Virginia Beach, VA

$22-40/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Teacher And Mother Of 4

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Melissa took such wonderful care of our 3 children. They are a high energy bunch, but she had no trouble keeping them entertained and under control. They enjoyed their time with her and we felt such relief knowing they were in good hands. We would absolutely...

Meghan S.

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Olivia V.


Virginia Beach, VA

$16-28/hr3 yrs exp

College Age Caregiver,Friend, Mentor

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
"Olivia worked for my family, caring for 2 children ages 2 and 5 on weekend. My kids Loved Olivia! She was very sweet and gentle with them, got them laughing, they all seemed to have fun together! When she came over to babysit, my kids would yell "Libya's Here,...

Lynn H.

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Elly P.


Virginia Beach, VA

$20-50/hr15 yrs exp

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. "

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Samantha P.


Virginia Beach, VA

$22-35/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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.

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Christine B.


Virginia Beach, VA

$13-20/hr1 yrs exp

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:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is great with children , pets , the elderly. Very dependable !"

Lisamarie P.

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Danielle M.


Virginia Beach, VA

$16-22/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, Im Miss Danie. I have 13 years of experience watching children of all ages and 4 years being a caregiver to adults. I am looking for part time work that could be pet sitting, childcare, senior care, or special needs. the two families who wrote my reviews, I still work for. I currently have availability between 9:30 a.m....
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Danielle came into our life at the perfect time and is so willing to help. She is early to arrive and dependable. She speaks softly and patiently with my child and I feel safe knowing she is caring for my daughter."

Jennifer E.

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Breanna L.


Virginia Beach, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Breanna and I have been working with children, both neurorypical and neurodivergent, for over 17 years. I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. In particular, my career has involved working with children with special needs in the home,...
Breanna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Breanna was great at communicating during the booking process and leading up to the day of child care. She arrived on time and was kind and confident. My children were comfortable with her and had fun. I have been anxious about finding a caregiver who I feel can...

Lauren S.

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Marian T.


Virginia Beach, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Independent Contracting Caregiver

I have 20 years of experience and empathetic personal caregiver with advance cooking and healthcare skills with elderly, disabilities Alzheimer's and dementia as well as special needs.
Marian can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, personal care, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Marian is very articulate and thorough. She will make sure your loved one is taken care of and will clean up after herself. She will also work other days besides the ones hired if needed. She is professional and is always on time or early for her shift. You can't...

Glenda G.

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Brooke C.


Virginia Beach, VA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

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: Dementia, transportation, meal prep, 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.

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Leidy Diana N.


Virginia Beach, VA

$25-30/hr1 yrs exp

Psychologist And Caregiver - Special Needs

Hello! I'm Leidy, a Colombian psychologist and currently a caregiver in Denver. I have 1 year of experience caring for people with special needs, thanks to my practice in Colombia. In my time, I carry out different activities like colors, play, cook, dance between others, even if it is short, and I provide the necessary care...

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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.

Dara T.

5.0

Dara was amazing with my 4 year old son! She was able to keep him entertained and even helped give with writing his name, coloring and read to him. She has such a sweet, caring and kind soul. I will definitely be using her in the future!

- Talaine M.

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.

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.

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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 56 reviews of the 100 listed special needs caregivers.