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Special needs caregivers in Virginia State University, VA

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Lucy M.


Petersburg, VA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Full-time Lead Preschool Teacher Transitioning To Nanny

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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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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: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, respite care, light cleaning
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

$10-15/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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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.

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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 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...

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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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, meal prep, personal care, respite care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

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
"Sue has significant experience with ALS patients. She is kind, gentle and intuitive. I trusted her completely from Day 1 in taking care of my husband and in our home. Sue is a fantastic caregiver!"

Michele Q.

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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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Vanessa W.


Dinwiddie, VA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

My experience in working with seniors is that I am a certified nursing assistant. I have been working in this field for over 30 years at nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, mental health and personal care in Individual's homes. I have experience working with specials needs, long term cares any age, I am CPR certified, I have...
Vanessa can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, personal care, respite care, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

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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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Brooke G.


Disputanta, VA

$19-25/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been working in childcare since I was a teenager, and I'm just as in love with the work now as I was then. A preschool teacher turned private nanny, I'm looking to be a family's personal Miss Rachel and fill your children's day with age appropriate educational fun. I place a special emphasis on gross motor skill development...
Brooke can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Madona M.


Richmond, VA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

My son developed minimal brain dysfunction when he was an infant. It has been a struggle through the years, but he is 31 years old and holds a full-time job. I have also have experience in speech delays, Autism, and special needs in geriatrics.
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Racheal B.


Richmond, VA

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Home Care Services

A lot of people don't understand special needs people. I'm just not that person. I want to find a way to put a smile on their face. I want to comfort them and know that I made a difference in their life that day. I have worked with autistic children before, cerebral palsy, and Down syndrome. I don't know everything about these...
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Natalie C.


Richmond, VA

$18-22/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time/ Full Time Caregiver

Hi everyone! My name is Natalie and I am moving to Richmond Mid-September. I am currently taking classes online asynchronous. I have been working as a caretaker for my friend with down syndrome the past few years. I have experience working with a wide range of disabilities as well as ages. Please let me know if you have any...

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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...

- Care member

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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