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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ashland, VA
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Ashland, VA
Rene M.
Henrico, VA
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Simultaneously worked as a teacher, mental health professional and deputy sheriff over the course of approximately 19 years.
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I volunteered for a non profit organization with special needs in Poland. My uncle has Down Syndrome and I was an au pair for the most amazing 6-year-old with Autism. I'm loving patient and understanding. I easily adapt to change and am not afraid of challenges. Very hands on.
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Ian A.
Henrico, VA
$18-22/hr
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I have worked in behavioral health under BCBAs as well as Psychologists to provide direct support services to clients. I am passionate about assisting individuals with disabilities in achieving their goals!
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Denise C.
Richmond, VA
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I currently work in an assisted living with all types of people. My main job is transporting them to medical appointments and when I am not doing that I do housekeeping and laundry for the facility. I am CPR certified.
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I have over 4 years of experience with children from newborn to 12 and special needs children. I am creative and love doing arts and crafts with little ones. I love teaching them new things.
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Michael B.
Henrico, VA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Michael B. I am a professional saxophonist who lives in Henrico County and travels the East Coast every weekend playing large events. I graduated in 2019 at the top of my class (3. 873 GPA, Magna Cum Laude) from VCU's Music Department with a Bachelor's degree in Jazz Performance. My childcare experience started...
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Meghan G.
Richmond, VA
$16-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hello, my name is Meghan and I have been babysitting throughout high school and college. I currently work full-time with special needs kids and love getting to spend time with them. I'm comfortable helping with children of any age. I have my own transportation, am able to assist with housekeeping and/or meal prepping, and love...
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I have 21 years of experience with child care. I specialize in infant care and have experience with multiples, special needs, NICU babies to include medical devices and administering medications. I have a heartfelt passion for taking care of infants, meeting their every need, and caring for them with the utmost love and...
Hailey S.
Richmond, VA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I have nannied and babysat for many years. I started nannying 10 years ago and have been babysitting for over 15 years. I am a middle school teacher for kids with special needs, so I have lots of experience with kids of all ages and needs. I'll happily feed, bath, play, clean up around the house, and help the kids get to bed.
5.0
"Hailey was great! Picked up our instructions quickly and easily managed our spirited kiddos without any issue or worry. "
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Kayla H.
Richmond, VA
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.8
(10)
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My name is Kayla i'm an Orthodontist Assistant. I've been babysitting for 5 years with experience looking after toddlers and school-aged children. Im CPR certified. I love children and watching them grow. I also have experience with special needs. I'm honest, dependable, hard-working, and I love kids.
5.0
"Awesome! Was on time and had well communication while i was gone. Thank you Kayla."
Reviewed by Joe H.
5.0
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Hi my name is Justine and I currently work in special education. I have worked with individuals with disabilities since the age of 12 and have many different experiences. Some of these include private tutor, camp counselor, attendant/care taker, teacher, sports coach, and mentor. I am looking for occasional care taking in the...
5.0
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I am skilled in specialized cases including hospice and will accept $25-30/hour for those case types. I am a licensed CNA. I am CPR and First Aid certified as well. I have a registered medication aide certification with insulin module. I have a B. S N. in Public Health/Healthcare Management and pursuing my master's degree. I...
5.0
"Elizabeth worked as a caregiver for me for approx 10 weeks, part time, on a temporary assignment. She cared for my 88 year old mother, on weekend nights, while she recovered from a broken leg. The patient...
Reviewed by Jann A.
Caroline R.
Richmond, VA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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Hey there folks, I'm Caroline! In 2022 I earned my Master of Social Work degree with a concentration in Child Safety from Virginia Commonwealth University. I love crafts, baking, dancing, and all things fun! I have worked with children of all ages, and have lots of experience working with children with special needs. I am...
5.0
"My kids love Caroline because she is kind, friendly, smart and fun. We love her because she is reliable, trustworthy and a good communicator. I really regret that our schedules aren't a good match this semester...
Reviewed by Sara G.
5.0
(1)
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I am a former preschool teacher with over 13 years of paid experience as a nanny. I have compassionately cared for children and adolescents of all ages. I also have cared for special needs children and multiples. In addition, I am the mother of two college educated kids. I am a non smoker with a clean driving record. CPR and...
5.0
"Vickey would be a tremendous asset to any family; I highly recommend her. We have hired Vickey to be our nanny twice in the past 10 years. She is great with newborns as well as older children and is...
Reviewed by Laura H.
5.0
(1)
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I have a combined one year experience of working with children with special needs. I also presently work in an elementary school as an instructional assistant for a Special Education teacher. I am in graduate school now for MEd Counseling with a concentration in School Counseling so I am passionate about making sure kids are...
5.0
"Ms. Caitlin was our summer nanny for Summer 2022. She was great with our 3 boys, they loved her. Caitlin played with the kids, encouraged outside play, took them to a local farm to pick cherries and managed...
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Sue Z.
Richmond, VA
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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!"
Reviewed by Michele Q.
Jennifer W.
Richmond, VA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Retired K-12 educator, certified CPR Endorsements in Gifted/Exceptional K-12, TESOL K-12 and adult collegiate ESOL.
30+ years with type 1 diabetes (2 of my own children diagnosed in infancy- both now on insulin pumps and both now healthy college graduates pursuing their own careers in medicine).
Extensive hands on experience...
5.0
"She was so wonderful and sweet with our little guy- and he loved her. Thanks so much!"
Reviewed by Scott M.
4.4
(13)
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Hello I'm Mrs. Quora!
A retired teacher, ABA therapist and super nanny.
I am a Military wife and mother of 1.
I have 15+ years of experience.
I've helped multiple families along the way.
I have experience with infants, multiple infants, "twins" toddlers, school age and special-needs kiddos.
I offer a gentle teaching/caring...
5.0
"Mrs. H. has been with our family for over 3 years .
She helps with Our 4 children and always clean up after her stay we appreciate the extra help we never ask for but she does anyway .
She's very dependable...
Reviewed by Kevin H.
Cilicia D.
Richmond, VA
$20-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi, My name is Cilicia everyone calls me CC its not just my nickname its also easier to remember and pronounce. I am 24 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...
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!"
Reviewed by Sydney K.
5.0
(4)
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Saturdays + overnight (if needed)
Hi! I am a Mom of 2 grown girls, a retired Registered Nurse of 35 years with a concentration in pediatrics (8 years in NICU), CPR certified and have my own available transportation.
I am currently working M-F as a Nanny of 2 children (4yrs and 2years). I have been their Nanny for 4 years and...
5.0
"Nanny Jen has been an absolute life-saver as our Friday nanny the past few months! From the first day she arrived to take care of our 4 year old and 1 year old girls, Nanny Jen took care of everything with...
Reviewed by Sarah R.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ashland, VA
Hailey S.
5.0
Hailey was great! Picked up our instructions quickly and easily managed our spirited kiddos without any issue or worry.
- Care member
Kayla H.
5.0
Kayla Has watched my two younger ones for a year now and couldn’t ask for anyone better!
- Care member
Elizabeth P.
5.0
Elizabeth worked as a caregiver for me for approx 10 weeks, part time, on a temporary assignment. She cared for my 88 year old mother, on weekend nights, while she recovered from a broken leg. The patient was non weight bearing for 8 of these 10 weeks. Elizabeth provided superior quality of...
- Jann A.
Caroline R.
5.0
Caroline is absolutely amazing!
We were new to the city and needed someone to take care of our kids as we settled. Caroline exceeded our expectations and is punctual, kind & warm, and always full of ideas to give the kids the best possible day.
Our kids still talk about “Ms Caroline” and we too...
- Care member
Vickey P.
5.0
Vickey would be a tremendous asset to any family; I highly recommend her. We have hired Vickey to be our nanny twice in the past 10 years. She is great with newborns as well as older children and is extremely dependable.
- Laura H.
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