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Kayla H.
Richmond, VA
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.8
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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
"Kayla Has watched my two younger ones for a year now and couldn’t ask for anyone better!"
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5.0
(3)
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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...
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4.6
(11)
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My name is Alyaa. I am a professional nanny specialized in working with children in multiple age groups, infant care and special needs. At the age of 12, I assisted a military couple who had a newborn and a toddler. At the age of 13 and on, I babysit for multiple families in private and public sectors. For example, local...
5.0
"Alyaa was amazing! She was very thorough and thoughtful and made me feel at ease leaving my 2 year old under her care. Definitely recommend her servies!"
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5.0
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I've been with DMAS for almost 5 years. I'm currently studying for a bachelor's degree in Social Work.
5.0
"Another mom with a child with autism, so she understands the difficulties. Is still working overnight shifts for me and whenever I need a fill in she is always available. "
Reviewed by Cindy G.
5.0
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Hi there! My name is Hope! I am a Theatre B. F. A Major with a concentration in Stage Management. I am a big advocate for documentation and paperwork, samples of my child care paperwork can be made available upon request. I have 3 years of experience ranging from infants to special needs children. I can help with Light...
5.0
"Hope helps my family out tremendously during transitional periods.When my husband leaves on military orders, She steps in and not only takes wonderful care of my children, she also helps organize my home and...
Reviewed by Carrie N.
Cilicia D.
Richmond, VA
$20-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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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.
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
"I had the good fortune to find Sue on Care.com. She has been working with me for over 6 months and I hope she continues. She is engaging, dependable, knowledgeable, and very professional. I am a C6 quadriplegic...
Reviewed by Christina A.
Sue Z.
Richmond, VA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
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...
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5.0
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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
4.8
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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...
5.0
"Annie was very professional as well as personable and easy to work with. Our two boys took to her immediately making us very comfortable with going to her for our child care needs."
Reviewed by Davitt B.
5.0
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Hello,
My name is Anna, and I am a college student that lives in Midlothian, VA. Due to COVID my classes at Longwood University are online, but this gives me a rare opportunity to work while completing my necessary course work. I have worked with children of all ages and abilities. I am currently finishing up my last semester...
5.0
"Anna is such a wonderful child care provider. Patient and loving, our kids are excited to see her again! Would definitely recommend."
Reviewed by Stephen B.
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I am a CNA (certified nursing assistant) and have taken care of seniors and special needs children for the last 14 years. Duties consist of ADLs, meds reminders, meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, errands, and companionship. I am an older lady that loves being a help to families in their time of need, whether it is...
Kiandra A.
Chesterfield, VA
$14-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hello my name is Kiandra I have worked with intellectual disabilities, the elderly and kids with special needs! I'm super passionate about my job and love meeting new people and seeing them advance in there everyday life ! I'm very hardworking and dependable! I fall in love with my patients more and more everyday! I definitely...
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Hello! My name is Jill W, I went to VCU and received my masters in Elementary Education. I have worked in the Fair Fax County Schools with children with special needs. I have also worked as a life skills coach helping individuals with special needs build their independence. I love kids and I am a hard worker.
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I have over 20 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have 3 children, 2 of which have special needs. I have a 5-year-old with profound autism, she is non verbal and has a high level of needs. I also have a daughter with a bleeding disorder and other physical needs. I am very...
Madison C.
Richmond, VA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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My name is Madison and I have been babysitting since I was 15! I have experience in ages ranging from infants-middle schoolers. I have also provided care for children who have special needs. I have previously worked in the school system with children who have Autism. I love hanging out with kids! Some of my favorite activities...
Kendall B.
Henrico, VA
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I Have Experience With Kids Starting At Ages 6 Months. I Also Worked With Special Needs Children
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I'd describe my personality as caring , fun , and outgoing
I like working with kids because they grow as an individual everyday and I love watching the progress
I started working with kids when I was 16 years old
In my spare time, I like to hang out with friends and go on hikes
One thing you should know about me is I have...
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Hello!
Working with children has always been a passion of mine. I have many years of experience as a camp counselor, a pre-k classroom assistant, and a family babysitter/nanny. I am comfortable working with all age groups, including infants, multiple children, and can help with schoolwork, housework, and cooking. For the past 2...
Nicole B.
Richmond, VA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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...
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Hello I have avid experience in help those with needs please visit my child care or senior care profile for more information.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Colonial Heights, VA
Kayla H.
5.0
Kayla Has watched my two younger ones for a year now and couldn’t ask for anyone better!
- Care member
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
Alyaa S.
5.0
While pregnant with my little one, I searched for hours trying to find a nanny to watch my daughter when I went back to work. It was so overwhelming and scary! Thats until I met Aly. Upon meeting Aly, she instantly put my anxiety at bay. She was very communicative through out the interview process....
- Care member
Katherine C.
5.0
Another mom with a child with autism, so she understands the difficulties. Is still working overnight shifts for me and whenever I need a fill in she is always available.
- Cindy G.
Hope J.
5.0
Hope was great to work with and even brought toys and activities for my toddler son to play with as we were staying in a hotel from out of town. He loved her!
- Franny W.
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