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48 special needs caregivers are listed in Blue Ridge, VA
The average rate is $13/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years
Special needs caregivers in Blue Ridge, VA
Emma H.
Blue Ridge, VA
$13/hr • 10 yrs exp
Need A Consistent, Caring Child Care Provider That Will Stimulate And Educate Your Children?
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I have 30 years of experience working with children. I have taught preschool, third and fourth grade. For eight years, I operated my own home day care. I also have 13 years of special needs/ companion and respite care with adults, seniors and children. I am a mother of two beautifully independent and loving children, one of whom...
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"Emma is very thorough. She is observant and looks for things that need to be done. Nice lady. Dependable. We are happy we hired her. Kids enjoyed her when she helped with childcare. Came prepared with age...
Reviewed by Heather D.
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I have eight years experience providing care and support for families with special needs children and adults. I have provided a range of care levels, from companionship only to meals/ bathing, dressing, household chores and many combinations of all. My biggest assets are my positive attitude and my flexibility. I am very good at...
Debbie K.
Vinton, VA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have had alot of experience in taking care of patients . I originally started out in a nursing home and was doing home Care at the same time . I then went to work for a school for the mentally and physically challenged children to young adults . I like what I do and hope that I can continue to do it .
Taneicia P.
Roanoke, VA
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello, I'm Taneicia, 35, and I have a passion for working with children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. Hiring me as your sitter/nanny also gives you the added bonus of having someone in your home that also has years of teaching experience and will create an atmosphere where the wheels...
Jenna C.
Roanoke, VA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
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While working in a daycare for 4 years, I helped with children with a range of special needs. I aided in a variety of ways such as administering medications, feedings, ambulatory aid, and behavioral support. I'm currently a personal trainer with experience training individuals with cerebral palsy. I will be attending UVA this...
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Hi! I am a childcare provider with years of experience working with kids from all walks of life. This includes children with attention deficits, learning disorders, sensory processing issues, physical handicaps, as well as kids on the autism spectrum. I have an Associate degree in general studies and I am currently finishing up...
Kimberly B.
Roanoke, VA
$12-17/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I'm a caring, creative and outgoing person who loves helping people especially kids. I've worked with 5 children who have Autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, Selective Mutism, Anxiety, Depression, Sensory issues. I have also worked beside ABA, Physical, Speech and Occupational Therapists with those children and have learned some...
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Teresa D.
Roanoke, VA
$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have worked with Children since I was 18 years old and have worked with all ages but have a special interest in school age and preteens. I have over 15 years working with teenagers who had a variety of special needs. Currently, I am attending college fulltime to finish my degree in Human Services. I am looking for something...
Hope P.
Vinton, VA
$13-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
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HI! My name is Hope! And I have been working with children with autism and other intellectual disabilities for 7 years now. Also with experience with my cousin who is now 18!
Shani W.
Roanoke, VA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi! Finding a reliable, safe, and intuitive caregiver can be tough but you've done it! Yes I am it!
I have experience caring for special needs children with autism, different form of cerebral palsy, mitochondrial diseases, and ADHD. I know how to do trach care and G-tube feedings.
Did work as an In Home Pediatric NA....
5.0
"Shani made me and my babies feel comfortable and taken care of. She eased right into being what I needed. While caring for my kids, she also took care of some household errands for me. Very professional and I'm...
Reviewed by Courtney H.
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I previously worked as a CNA(pediatric and geriatrics), a full time stepparent to a special needs child with a mitochondrial disease, and I currently attend to two senior women. One of the women I have worked with for 3 years and she currently is an amputee. The second woman I started working with over the past two months and...
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I am a mother of 4 boys. My eldest is 32 and my youngest is 23. I have been a caregiver for the past 30+ year in elder care, in a hospital and as a nanny. Since my children have been adults, I have nannied for 3 families. Currently I nanny for a 19-month-old who is preparing to go to preschool. I am CPR certified and Covid...
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"Karen has truly become a member of our family. She loves our 3 children as her own. They were 5, 3, and 4 months old when we first met Karen. She was always punctual, engaged with the kids, and handles 'tough...
Reviewed by Jessica H.
4.7
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If you are searching for a dependable person with great references to care for your child(ren) so you can get away for a day, overnight, or a weekend or week-long trip, then look no further! I have worked with kids most of my life and still enjoy it!
I begin by meeting your family, learn what your routine and discipline style...
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"Cathy has been a wonderful nanny for us for many years (5+). She nannied for us from infancy through toddlers on a weekly basis and now on occasion as school aged kiddos. The time, energy, and care she puts...
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Hello! My name is Kelly and I would love to help care for all your loved ones. I have a degree in Child Development and Psychology and speak fluent Spanish as well as conversational French, Chinese, German, and Italian. My most recent job was teaching ESL to adults and Spanish to children. I lived in Spain and taught English to...
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"Kelly quickly became our children’s favorite person. When we hired her our kids were 3, 4, and 6 and she managed to create a Spanish curriculum to teach all of them appropriately at the same time. She did a...
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First, I am a Mom. I can help a few days a week part time only. Not looking for reoccurring. Just one time jobs. Christians, I do not drink or smoke and I love seniors and kids! I have a Psychology degree, I was a teen orphan counselor in Salem, I worked in law enforcement at the Sheriffs office and as a special ed teacher. I...
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"Michele is awesome with children and very easy to work with. My kids loved her! And she definitely had her hands full - 10 month old twin boys and an almost 3-year old girl; she took excellent care of them...
Reviewed by Sarah W.
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I have experience with seniors and children. I used to help out with my grandmother a lot. I have two special needs children that I take care of on a daily basis. I love people and always willing to help others. I also have experience with nursing in the home and outside of the home. I graduated from Virginia Western Practical...
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Hello! My name is Kelly and I would love to help care for your loved ones both young and young at heart. I have a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Child Development and my most recent job was teaching ESL to adults and Spanish to children. I speak fluent Spanish and conversational French, Chinese, German and Italian. I have...
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Hey There! My name is Rachel B! I am a licensed teacher in Grades K-8. I love helping kids to enjoy life that is more than screens! I love helping kids with homework, fun crafts, and playing outside!
I make a special effort to make connections with each of your children so that they can always have the best day ever!
I am First...
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I recently took care of a young woman who was non-verbal and did not walk. I provided her with feeding, bathing and got her in the community. I completed all tests required by the state to help with re-direction and training in all areas. I completed therap hours and all paper work required by the state. I treasured all my time...
Lauren M.
Roanoke, VA
$10-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have worked with several children with Autism ages ranging from 6-12 years old and I am trained in aba
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Blue Ridge, VA
Emma H.
5.0
Emma is very thorough. She is observant and looks for things that need to be done. Nice lady. Dependable. We are happy we hired her. Kids enjoyed her when she helped with childcare. Came prepared with age appropriate activities.
- Heather D.
Shani W.
5.0
Shani made me and my babies feel comfortable and taken care of. She eased right into being what I needed. While caring for my kids, she also took care of some household errands for me. Very professional and I'm grateful!
- Courtney H.
Karen M.
5.0
Karen has truly become a member of our family. She loves our 3 children as her own. They were 5, 3, and 4 months old when we first met Karen. She was always punctual, engaged with the kids, and handles 'tough toddler' situations with grace and kindness. She's always gone above and beyond to help our...
- Jessica H.
Cathy D.
5.0
Cathy has been a wonderful nanny for us for many years (5+). She nannied for us from infancy through toddlers on a weekly basis and now on occasion as school aged kiddos. The time, energy, and care she puts into my children is unmatched. Along with being timely and trustworthy. Cathy will ensure...
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Kelly A.
5.0
My daughter has been seeing Kelly for piano lessons since she was 4 years old and I have been told by many people, including music teachers that the skill she exhibits is amazing for one so young. Not only does she read music and understand theory with incredible skill but she LOVES playing and...
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