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Find special needs caregivers in Chesapeake, VA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Chesapeake, VA

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Chesapeake, VA

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Elizabeth C.


Chesapeake, VA

$13-17/hr2 yrs exp

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I am a previous special needs and English teacher with experience as a disabled in-home carer. In 2022, my grandmother was diagnosed with breast cancer and I drive to Wisonsinnto take care of her through testing. This added a new desire to help eldery people who need assistance in every day life when family may not be close or...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
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Kalina O.


Chesapeake, VA

$13-17/hr2 yrs exp

EMT-B Senior Care

Hi I have always had a passion for caring for others as I truly enjoy helping others and my health care career has definitely added to it! I am a certified EMT-B Virginia and national healthcare provider with education in advanced life support, pre hospital emergency care, PALS, BLS and ALS CPR certificated. I also have...
Kalina can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, transportation
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

I first started working with kids with disabilities last fall at The Camphill School of North America. It was originally founded in Germany be Rudolph Steiner, founded upon a philosophy he created called Anthroposophy! I have to be honest, it was not what I expected or envisioned when I got there but it was still a wonderful...

Meredith S.


Chesapeake, VA

$14-19/hr

18 Y/o Specializing In Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder

As a swim coach I work with the kids who need extra attention, This includes kids with Down syndrome and Autism. I find working with the special needs children to be more fulfilling as special needs individuals can be the most joyful people you've ever met!

Michelle P.


Chesapeake, VA

$19-22/hr5 yrs exp

ASD Helper

I have 5 years experience as an RBT and 21 years experience of being a mom of a child on the spectrum.
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Tara A.


Norfolk, VA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic, Dependable, And Experienced Child-Care Giver

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children for well over 13 years. I have 10 1/2 years of nanny/ babysitting/personal assistant experience and 3 years of experience as a Behavior Interventionist, where I worked one-on-one with children who have special needs. Currently I am working in a multidisciplinary pediatric clinic for speech,...
Tara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We've just hired Tara as our full-time nanny and couldn't be happier with our decision! Tara was extremely enthusiastic, professional, and punctual in all our initial online/text/phone conversations, and then when we finally met in person she was so friendly and...

Katelyn S.

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Elly P.


Virginia Beach, VA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Elly and I am a current law firm administrator. I was an English inclusion teacher for seven years. I have about a decade and a half of experience with children including teaching, childcare, and special needs caregiving. I am CPR certified, licensed to teach in Virginia, and have a Masters in Education from William...
5.0
"Our two year old warmed up to Ellie almost immediately. We felt very comfortable trusting her with him for the night. Would hire again. "

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Shari W.


Virginia Beach, VA

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Friendly, trustworthy, reliable, dedicated

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I consider myself to be a very caring, compassionate and dependable person. I worked for The City of Virginia Beach for 9 years taking care of adults with special needs. I have experience working with a wide variety of disabilities including all levels of autism, down syndrome, fragile x, wheelchair and those with more complex...
Shari can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Shari is amazing! She is caring, kind and trustworthy. She takes time with our son to play and teach him new things. She is dependable and has even been available on short notice for emergencies. I highly recommend her!"

Rebekah S.

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Hannah G.


Virginia Beach, VA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a bachelors degree in elementary education. With over 7 years of experience between nannying, babysitting, afterschool care and teaching. I have experience with special needs children. I am fun and energetic and love to go out and do things. Whether it be going to the movies, pool, beach, zoo, aquarium or anything else! I...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Hannah is amazing! She connected so well with my kids. She plans fun, creative activities and always keeps them happy and engaged. She's been sitting for us for four years and I can't say enough good things about her!"

Chris B.

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Jasmine C.


Virginia Beach, VA

$14-29/hr10 yrs exp

Professional, Experienced, And Dependable Caregiver

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Jasmine, and I have over 12 years of experience caring for children; infancy through middle school. I have worked as an Au Pair in Italy, for child care companies, as well as been hired by families to be their caregiver. I've held positions such as a full- time nanny, infant caregiver, a special needs caretaker,...
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My son really had a great time with Jasmine. She came early to talk to us and made us feel extremely comfortable. I will definitely use her in the future."

Kendra G.

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Dana S.


Virginia Beach, VA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter Available!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello!! I am senior at Virginia Wesleyan University in Virginia Beach, VA and am majoring in elementary education! I love helping children learn and grow their minds through knowledge and health through various activities! I love the outdoors and am a certified lifeguard so I would love to take the kids out to the pool or other...
Dana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Dana has been an amazing asset to our family! My husband and I have very crazy work schedules and she has been incredibly flexible with our schedules. I have a 1 year old and almost 3 year old and she manages both children very well. My son always gets excited when...

Micaela C.

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Dara T.


Virginia Beach, VA

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

As a childcare provider with nine years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing and educating young minds. My background in early childhood development has equipped me with the knowledge and skills to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. I pride myself on being patient, calm, and creative,...
Dara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Although it was a one-time job, I would definitely hire again. She is so dependable. I absolutely love the fact that she gives you a report on everything that happened during her time babysitting. 10/10 would recommend!"

Ashley C.

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Shirley D.


Virginia Beach, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have worked with a large group of Special Needs Clients. I have worked with a young adult with Cerebral Palsy, where I had to bathe, feed, prepare meals, change diapers, transfer and reposition him. He could talk some and we laughed, listened to music, sung songs, and I read to him. I cared for a child with Autism, who played...
5.0
"Shirley is an awesome caregiver. She has watched over my son an provided for him with excellent care. She's heart warming an tedious, "

Keenan J.

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Danielle M.


Virginia Beach, VA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Edit: days are now limited but please message with requests and I will see what I can do. Hello, Im Miss Danie. I have 13 years of experience watching children of all ages and 4 years being a caregiver to adults. I am looking for part time work that could be pet sitting, childcare, senior care, or special needs. the two families...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"She’s an amazing person, really engaging and understanding!"

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Shari W.


Virginia Beach, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I'm An Honest, Reliable, Loving And Nurturing Young Woman Looking To Provide Care.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I m a caring, compassionate, invested and dependable person. I've worked for The City of Virginia Beach for 9 years taking care of adults with special needs. I have experience working with a wide variety of disabilities including all levels of autism, down syndrome, fragile x, wheelchair and those with more complex disabilities....
5.0
"Very dedicated and caring person. Strong advocate for persons with disabilities. Very hard worker and aware of everything going on. Very fair and helpful at all times. Knows what is expected of her and she goes above and beyond her expectations "

Diane C.

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Marian T.


Virginia Beach, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Independent Contracting Caregiver

I have 20 years of experience and empathetic personal caregiver with advance cooking and healthcare skills with elderly, disabilities Alzheimer's and dementia as well as special needs.
Marian can also help with: Hospice services, errands, personal care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Marian is very articulate and thorough. She will make sure your loved one is taken care of and will clean up after herself. She will also work other days besides the ones hired if needed. She is professional and is always on time or early for her shift. You can't...

Glenda G.

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Brooke C.


Virginia Beach, VA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there, my name is Brooke. I am originally from Vermont but, I have resided in Virginia Beach for the last 15 years. I have experience with special needs and seniors with dementia. Being a caregiver is hard work but, very rewarding! I am honest, trustworthy, and do not mind really getting in there and providing the services...
Brooke can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, transportation
5.0
"Brooke was a wonderful caregiver to have taking care of my parents. Her care went so far beyond expectations that it was inspiring. She was truly devoted to my parents' care at a point where my Dad needed constant monitoring due to ALS. She brought empathy and...

Andrew G.

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Olivia V.


Virginia Beach, VA

$16-28/hr3 yrs exp

College Age Caregiver,Friend, Mentor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Olivia. I am located in Virginia Beach and I am a current ODU student, trying to work around my school schedule. I am pursuing a degree in healthcare and I am very excited! I have worked as a babysitter in my neighborhood since my Junior year of High School. I have previously worked at an In-Home Daycare,...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Hello, Miss Olivia worked for my young family from 8/2017-8/2019, as a weekend caregiver for my 2 and 3 year old toddlers. She was a Fabulous Nanny! My kids absolutely adored Olivia! Kind, patient, reliable, always accepted ANY Extra Favors I would ask of her...

Margaret R.

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Ruby O.


Virginia Beach, VA

$10-15/hr

Part-time Or Full-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Ruby, I have worked with several family's with special need children. I'm very passionate about providing care to those in need. I'm a fun loving very energetic grandmother of three who love caring for children. I have been working as a child care provider over the last five years part-time and full-time. I'm a non...
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Christine B.


Virginia Beach, VA

$13-20/hr1 yrs exp

I have worked as a bus aide. With elementary to high school students. Also have worked with special needs children. I worked at that job for 3 years.
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is great with children , pets , the elderly. Very dependable !"

Lisamarie P.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chesapeake, VA

Tara A.

5.0

Tara cared for our busy 3 year old and 6 month old baby for almost a year. She is a wonderful caregiver who loves to teach, create, and help your children develop. She created sensory mats for our kiddos which they loved and did art projects to decorate our playroom. Not only that she went above...

- Callie M.

Elly P.

5.0

Our two year old warmed up to Ellie almost immediately. We felt very comfortable trusting her with him for the night. Would hire again.

- Care member

Shari W.

5.0

Shari is amazing! She is caring, kind and trustworthy. She takes time with our son to play and teach him new things. She is dependable and has even been available on short notice for emergencies. I highly recommend her!

- Rebekah S.

Hannah G.

5.0

Hannah is amazing! She connected so well with my kids. She plans fun, creative activities and always keeps them happy and engaged. She's been sitting for us for four years and I can't say enough good things about her!

- Chris B.

Jasmine C.

5.0

My son really had a great time with Jasmine. She came early to talk to us and made us feel extremely comfortable. I will definitely use her in the future.

- Kendra G.

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Ratings for Chesapeake, VA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Chesapeake, VA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 37 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.