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Teresa G.

Part-time Caregiver

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, my name is Teresa, I have over 20 yrs. experience working as a child care provider in many diverse settings. I have worked with special needs students in the public school as an instructional assistant in 3rd and 4th grade and have also worked one on one with a 4th grade student with autism and was an art teacher for...

Jennifer T. says "Teresa helped care for my son for almost a year. She is very positive, supportive and dependable. I highly recommend her."

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Fun And Dependable Babysitter, With Diverse And Expansive Childcare Experience

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Natalie, I am an experienced and passionate nanny in Charlottesville, VA. I have been working with kids for over five years. I have worked with children of all ages and levels of development. I love kids and am passionate about safe, fun, and developmental childcare. I have a valid driver's license, an...

Kyle K. says "We have always felt our quirky little girl was always well taken care of by Natalie. Natalie took our daughter on plenty of park and library trips and we've...

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Responsible Child Caregiver With Experience Guiding Children Of All Ages

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
5 years of experience guiding children in all settings. Fun, outgoing and energetic with a passion for childcare. Experience working with children of all ages, including children with special needs. Inspires by leading fun activities to teach new skills and encourage development. Focused on respectfully enforcing rules for...

Gina S. says "Madeline sat for my one year old on short notice and took great care of him. She was responsive, punctual, and highly competent. We look forward to working...

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College Student Who Loves Kids!

Charlottesville, VA

4.9(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 24 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have cared for many age groups of children over the past 7 to 8 years. I have assisted with homework, meal preparation, light housework, and transportation. I love helping others learn and grow in order to become successful. I love animals, hiking, painting and playing board games. I have my bachelors degree in psychology with...

Care Member says "Catherine helped us while we were in town for my father’s funeral. She was great, my kids loved her, and will definitely hire again when I am back in...

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Fun & Gentle Sitter

Charlottesville, VA

4.5(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'm a passionate childcare provider with a decade of hands-on experience caring for children of all ages. My love for nurturing and educating children led me to this fulfilling profession. I am patient, creative, and friendly, and I strive to create a safe and stimulating environment for children to thrive. I believe in open...

Ted S. says "Jessica is a caring person who is also diligent at whatever task is presented her."

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Rise & Shine W/ Skye

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
~ Hi! My name is Skye. And I have over seven years of child care experience. Working with children since 2016. All ages, ranging from 4 months to 14 years old. I've worked with several children at a time, as well as individually. I live here in Charlottesville and have worked with many different families across the area. ~ I...

Donna L. says "Sky was amazing! She took care of my 4 special needs, ages 8, 7, 5 and 3 with ease. And they had a great time! She did not take any of their BS or let them...

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Special Needs Child Care

Charlottesville, VA

from
$47/hr
10 years experience
I have 3 children and grandchildren with needed they are wonderful kids to work work with a true joy !
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Babysitter Available Special Needs

Charlottesville, VA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am a UVA Law student who is available for weekend babysitting. I have extensive experience babysitting, including working as a full time nanny for a 6 and 2yo in 2020. I am comfortable babysitting for up to 5 kids at a time, and as a Colorado native, love to spend time outdoors! Feel free to send me a PM. Thanks!
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Special Care

Charlottesville, VA

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Hello. I have 9 years of experience with kids, 7 years as a teacher, I have experience with ADHD , autism among other special needs. I used to work for a personalized education school ( Montessori program) as an English teacher, science teacher and social studies teacher. I got my major in occupational health, CNA certification,...
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Special Care, Some Experience and Willing to Learn!

Charlottesville, VA

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$13/hr
I worked at a local day care and private sat for a children with ADHD and ADD. For a small period of time, I worked with a girl with Autism.
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Master's Degree In Special Education

Charlottesville, VA

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$18/hr
I have a Master's degree from UVA in Special Education, and taught autistic teens for 2 years. I have over 5+ years experience working with people with disabilities in educational and residential settings, and experience working with ages 3 - 70. Personally, I am compassionate and very invested in my clients and want to learn...
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Asiah W

Charlottesville, VA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I have had a wide range of experience with children. From working with 15 plus children at one time to working individually with both children with autism and down syndrome. I have lots of experience creating kid friendly activities tailored to each child's abilities including crafts and cooking. I am super outgoing, love being...
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Registered Nurse

Charlottesville, VA

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$62/hr
9 years experience
I am a registered nurse with experience in providing care and companionship for clients in their homes. I have a background in skilled nursing as well as palliative/hospice care. I love to cook and am happy to provide transportation, light house keeping or run errands if needed. I enjoy being hands on and getting to know my...
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Caregiver

Charlottesville, VA

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$14/hr
4 years experience
I love children & I have helped my twin sister with her 20 yr old autistic son. I am patient and try my best to intuitively meet my nephew at his current emotional level. Whether that is no stimulation, no eye contact or laughing and talking and sharing pictures of dogs and or watching a movie. I have been told I am intuitive to...
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Charlottesville, VA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
After college I worked in childcare, with disabled adults and children, and as a licensed massage therapist. I found a nanny position for 10 years and during that time got married and started my own family. When they outgrew needing childcare, I started my own Play School, " bridging the gap between playing at home and learning...
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Fun Helper

Charlottesville, VA

1.0(0)
from
$14/hr
5 years experience
Hi there! My name is Kaitlyn, I just recently moved to the Las Vegas/ Henderson area from Virginia. I am currently finishing up my final year of college stuffing Elementary and Special Education. Upon moving here I am looking to establish new relationships with families and would love to get to know yours!
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Charlottesville, VA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I am entering my masters degree in special education - ABA at uva in the fall and have my bachelors in psychology and anthropology. I start work as a behavioral technician this summer and have experience with youth with autism and other down syndrome!
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Kind Caregiver

Charlottesville, VA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have worked as a nanny for 20 years. I am kind, patient, responsible, reliable, and creative. I can accommodate many diverse situations and expectations. I will provide you with exceptional references.
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Experienced Nanny

Charlottesville, VA

from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello, My name is Teresa G, I have worked as a childcare provider in many diverse settings for more than 25 yrs. Some of these positions include: professional nanny, house manager(cooking, organizing etc), Private School art teacher for grades K-8th, C'ville City Schools instructional assistant/reading intervention teacher,...
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Experienced Teacher With Elementary Ed. Degree Looking For Full Time Opportunity

Charlottesville, VA

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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I love children and all of my jobs have been related to caring for them. I graduated with an Elementary Ed. degree in 2004 from Grove City College. After graduation, I taught 4th grade for 11 years, and 2nd grade for 2 years at Sycamore Park Elementary and The Covenant School. In these roles I worked with a variety of...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.56/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.1

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Charlottesville, VA

Special Needs Caregivers in Charlottesville, VA are rated 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 28 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Teresa G.

Teresa helped care for my son for almost a year. She is very positive, supportive and dependable. I highly recommend her.

- Jennifer T.

Natalie M.

We have always felt our quirky little girl was always well taken care of by Natalie. Natalie took our daughter on plenty of park and library...

- Kyle K.

Madeline F.

Madeline sat for my one year old on short notice and took great care of him. She was responsive, punctual, and highly competent. We look...

- Gina S.

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