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Kate I.


Prince George, VA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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Hi there, I am a caregiver I have worked with clients that are in need of caregiving and special needs. I enjoy helping others and assisting them with everyday needs. work to put a smile on their faces each day and a little happiness to help brighten their day I look forward to potentially working with you
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Allison T.


Chester, VA

$13-15/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

I have been around kids my entire life! In middle school I started babysitting for families with newborns, multiple kids, and kids with special needs. In my high school years I spent my summers as a lifeguard ensuring kids safety while playing in the water. In my college/post college years I have worked as an assistant preschool...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
I worked at Dominion Youth Services for 4 yrs caring for Autistic children. I am a very patient person and understand there needs. Always willing to help others. I am CPR and First Aid certified. Always on time and very dependable. I am looking for a full time job that is ongoing.
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Lucy M.


Petersburg, VA

$13-15/hr4 yrs exp

Full-time Lead Preschool Teacher Transitioning To Nanny

I've worked with hundreds of children of all ages as a long-term substitute teacher, a camp counselor/babysitter during summers in college, and most recently as the Lead Teacher for a classroom of 162-year-olds (August 2023 to present). I am now seeking full-time employment as a nanny. I am also interested in tutoring positions...
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Rhonda F.


Petersburg, VA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse Aid

Many years of Experience Super Dedicated to my work and the Love I hold for others. Mother to young Adults and two Grand dogs. polite Clean well Mannered. Waiting to care for you or your loved one.
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Debbie M.


Colonial Heights, VA

$15-20/hr

Special Needs Care

I have experience with disable elderly clients. Helping people is a passion of mine. I would love to help you with your family member.
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Sue Z.


Richmond, VA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Personal care, respite care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"Sue was recommended to us for ALS care for my husband. She is very professional and dependable and has a wonderful bedside manner. She is also EOL doula, we didn’t know what that exactly was but I will say it was most beneficial to both of us. My husband was very...

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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, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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Anne M.


Richmond, VA

$25/hr13 yrs exp

Versatile Household Employee

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

My name is Annie and I have been in the household employee field for around 13 years now! I have many years of experience with children of all ages; youngest being a day old to teenagers. I have worked with children who have special needs and children on the spectrum. I do have over 60 hours in childcare trainings, have attended...
Anne can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Annie was very professional as well as personable and easy to work with. Our two boys took to her immediately making us very comfortable with going to her for our child care needs."

Davitt B.

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Carson S.


Richmond, VA

$18-35/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver For Children Of All Ages!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've been in childcare for a little over five years, and have learned a lot from being a daycare teacher assistant. I have plenty of experience working with infants and toddlers, and have worked with school aged kids as well. Just a few years ago I was a home health aid for a sweet little girl who has special needs. Additionally...
5.0
"Carson has watched my daughters on both a set schedule and on an as needed basis for several years. She has become like family and we all love and appreciate her. One of my daughters has special needs and Carson has been an integral part of her care, growth and...

Linda H.

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Abbie L.


Midlothian, VA

$22-28/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have many years of childcare experience including a bachelor's degree in children's ministry and I have been a nanny for 3 years. I also have experience working with children who have special needs. One of the reasons I love working with kids is I believe that children are not just the future generation, but they are making an...
Abbie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Abbie is simply wonderful! I've known her for 6 years and can say that she is one of the most loving, hardworking, genuine people I've ever met. Abbie is naturally caring and nurturing and loves to genuinely connect with kids and their families. She is dependable,...

Julia S.

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Cierra H.


Richmond, VA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Postpartum Doula (day/night Shift)- Nanny FT/PT

I am an Overnight Postpartum doula specializing in emotion and physical support for moms, parents and their families. I also have experience with special needs, respite and childcare. I have worked at a private school setting where I provided care for Pre- k all the way up to school age children. My duties included but were not...
Cierra can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Cierra was a great fit for our family, we were sad to see her go! "

Ryan D.

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Leann P.


Midlothian, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Companion, Caregiver, Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a very happy person who loves being around people people I'm a retired nurse but I love caring for others. I prefer 4 hour shifts but have done 6 hours
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Nicole R.


Richmond, VA

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with special needs individuals, Tova trained, CPR, medication certified, and fully vaccinated. Certified CNA
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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: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, respite care, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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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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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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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Nicole B.


Richmond, VA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with children for 15 years in a nanny and/or teaching capacity. I have worked with special needs, multiples, and children ages 2 months to 15 years old. I am experienced with sleep training, feeding (making food, food allergies etc.), potty training, homework help, house management (errand running, overseeing of...
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Christina K.


Henrico, VA

$13-16/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! I am Christina, a board certified music therapist working in the Dixon, IL. I currently work with children with IEP's, medically fragile children, people with dementia, adults with developmental disabilities, and hospice patients. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I am unable to see most of my music therapy clients, resulting...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Virginia State University, VA

Sue Z.

5.0

Sue was fantastic. On time, great conversationalist, and you can tell she really loves what she does. I would highly recommend her to anyone.

- Al S.

Cilicia D.

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.

Anne M.

5.0

Anne was very professional. Her resume was extensive and thorough with her employment history in regards to child care. Her numerous letters of recommendation were filled with glowing reviews. She would be an invaluable caregiver to any family.

- Shawn B.

Carson S.

5.0

Carson was an exceptional nanny to our daughter for 14 months. During her time with us, our daughter was 9 to 23 months old. Carson is responsible, punctual, and a great communicator. She was also very flexible with her hours, which we needed given our work schedules. Our daughter adored her and...

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Abbie L.

5.0

Abbie knows the importance of children and families. She is respectful, kind, giving and loyal. She has experience caring for kids from birth through the teen years. Abbie has had some experience caring for kids with ASD. She plans fun activities for kids, and enjoys playing with them. She is very...

- Ruth A.

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