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Taryn M.


Crozet, VA

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Special Needs Provider

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I am a mother of seven precious children, and 12 grandchildren. I absolutely adore infants, babies, toddlers, and all children! While I have worked professionally outside of the home and received my BA from a top university, my greatest ongoing achievement/work is "caring" for my children. Instead of returning to the office with...
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Elyssa D.


Crozet, VA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Elyssa D From Temecula, CA

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Hi I am Elyssa and I am 19 years old. I have been volunteering weekly at my Church's Nursery for 3 months and am looking for more opportunities to care for and spend time with children. I have had a short term nannying position for two weeks that included a non-verbal autistic 2. 5-year-old. I would be happy to give her as a...
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Elyssa D.


Crozet, VA

$20-26/hr3 yrs exp

Child Care

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I have held positions as a school aide, private nanny and a preschool teacher. I have experience with special needs children, especially focused on Autistic and non-verbal children. I have experience with infants and toddlers, and school aged children. I am comfortable with a wide variety of ages, activities and chaos! I...
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Jan W.


Crozet, VA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Evening Care Giver

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I am currently a teachers aide in Albemarle County. I have worked with special needs children in all spectrums. I am looking to start in the aide of seniors. My parents are 87 and 85 and I have taken care of them during my life. I am a very caring a nuturing person and love to be able to help others.
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Heather F.


Grottoes, VA

$16-24/hr10 yrs exp

Smile Creator

5.0

(9)

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Hello, and thank you for your time and consideration. I'm a positive and energetic mother of three grown children. We moved to Grottoes in 2019 and we absolutely love this area. My experience includes raising my own children, childcare, daycare, and substitute teaching. I have cared for infants, toddlers, and school-aged...

Recent reviews:

5.0
It is very clear that Heather cares deeply for each of the kiddos she has cared for, and our daughter was no exception. Heather is so beloved by our family, but especially by our daughter! My husband and I...

Reviewed by Care member

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Heather F.


Grottoes, VA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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My experience with special needs began 12 years ago when I started helping my cousin with her daughter who suffered from Rett Syndrome. S was able to sit up at that time but eventually became bedridden. She seemed healthy when she was born but at year one, she stopped speaking and was unable to hold onto things and started...

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Hello, and thank you for your time and consideration. I'm a positive and energetic mother of three. We moved to Grottoes a little over two years ago and we absolutely love it here. My experience includes raising my own children, childcare, substitute teaching, and caring for the elderly. I have cared for infants, toddlers,...
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Emily H.


Grottoes, VA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Summer Caregiver Available For Special Needs Children

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Throughout my life, I have worked with children with special needs. I have had multiple cousins with Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and ADHD. I am passionate about being involved in the lives of children with special needs, and I love how they radiate positivity and light into the lives of those around them. Each child...
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Laura C.


Charlottesville, VA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic, Artsy, Fun Babysitter Would LOVE To Meet You And Your Children!

5.0

(3)

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Hello Parents! I recently transferred to UVA from Northern VA and I am excited to start meeting and caring for Charlottesville kids! From summer camp counselor to Au Pair to Suzuki violin teacher I have interacted with children of all different backgrounds and loved every second of it. I have done foster-care babysitting,...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Laura was so wonderful! She watched my three YO on short notice while I was in a wedding. He loved her and had a blast! Thank you, Laura!

Reviewed by Melanie K.

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Lydia H.


Charlottesville, VA

$15-18/hr6 yrs exp

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3.0

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Hi, my name is Lydia and I absolutely love working with kids of all ages! I have worked with children since I was a teenager and I never seem to get over how much fun kids are. I have been a swim coach, a camp counselor for special needs children, worked as a Youth Coach/teacher at the Nats Youth Baseball Academy, have been a...

Recent review:

5.0
Lydia was great with our son! She was very responsible, friendly, and creative with play ideas.

Reviewed by Laura W.

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Catherine D.


Charlottesville, VA

$22/hr7 yrs exp

College Student Who Loves Kids!

4.9

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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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
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 town!

Reviewed by Care member

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Kindra S.


McGaheysville, VA

$13-18/hr8 yrs exp

Cna

5.0

(2)

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Have experience with special needs was a foster parent to kids with needs also work at uva on Nero floor and spin
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Natalie M.


Waynesboro, VA

$22-30/hr6 yrs exp

Fun And Dependable Nanny, With Diverse And Expansive Childcare Experience

5.0

(7)

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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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
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 also felt she was safe with her. Would highly...

Reviewed by Kyle K.

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Madeline F.


Charlottesville, VA

$20-23/hr5 yrs exp

Responsible Child Caregiver With Experience Guiding Children Of All Ages

5.0

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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...

Recent review:

5.0
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 with Madeline a lot in the future.

Reviewed by Gina S.

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Vickie P.


Lyndhurst, VA

$20-32/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(5)

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I have been a caregiver for 20+ years. I have my bachelor's degree in social work and a passion for caring for the elderly and disabled and special needs. I have had experience with handicapped, Parkinson's, cancer, stroke and elderly patients with dementia. I have also cared for patients who were in Hospice care. I have...

Recent reviews:

5.0
We loved having Vickie take care of our mom so we could keep her home longer. We needed someone quick and she was able to be there. She even planned to help on a weekend when I was to be away. Just the...

Reviewed by Gloria S.

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Isela M.


Charlottesville, VA

$22/hr3 yrs exp

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I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. My name is Isela , I was born in El Salvador, while I lived there I dedicated myself to taking care of children, I also took care of my niece since she was born. My last job was a special needs caregiver for a sweet girl. I am looking for a...
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Emily S.


Charlottesville, VA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Full-time Or Part-time Caregiver

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Hi, my name is Emily! I am currently getting my Master's in Education at Baylor University. I have cared for children 0-12 years of age in various child care settings. I have extensive experience with special needs. I have also had extensive experience being a full-time nanny for several families. Aside from regular care, I also...
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Rebecca D.


Charlottesville, VA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi! I have 10+ years of childcare experience, 5+ years with special needs. I am CPR/First Aide/AED Certified. Registered/Certified Nurse Aide, CDA; 5 children of my own in ranging ages. My own transportation, non-smoker, generally available short notice.
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Mya G.


Charlottesville, VA

$10-35/hr7 yrs exp

Previous Teacher

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I have been a teacher for the last 7 years. I am looking to fill summer idle time. I'm teaching summer school half day. I have taught at private schools in Virginia since 2016. I am a hard working, dedicated, caring individual. I love to have fun and be creative. I am knowledgeable in child psychology, development, nutrition,...
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Mekelet S.


Charlottesville, VA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Focused, Fun And Confident Sitter

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Hi! My name is Mikki, I have 4 years of babysitting experience. I am comfortable with changing any diaper and I can help with Light Housekeeping, Meal Prep and Laundry. I am a student at the University of Virginia and Air Force ROTC cadet. I am comfortable with children with Special Needs such as Autism and Down Syndrome.
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Nicole B.


Charlottesville, VA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher With Elementary Ed. Degree Looking For Full Time Opportunity

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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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Kimberly W.


Charlottesville, VA

$5-15/hr

Special Care, Some Experience and Willing to Learn!

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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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Case G.


Charlottesville, VA

$62/hr9 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

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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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Kaitlyn G.


Charlottesville, VA

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Helper

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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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Sarah A.


Charlottesville, VA

$47/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Child Care

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I have 3 children and grandchildren with needed they are wonderful kids to work work with a true joy !
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Ashley P.


Charlottesville, VA

$32/hr8 yrs exp

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My name is Ashley I am 25 years of age. I have been watching kids for about 6+ years now. I have worked in homes and in a couple local preschools/daycares. I have worked with all ages & I have worked with 2 special needs kids in my whole 6 years of watching kids, I am also CPR and first aid trained.
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Teyah D.


Charlottesville, VA

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

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Hi Families! I have worked with children for a little over 5 years. I have experience with special needs children and infants- KPrep . I have worked with all ages, but am best with infants-KPrep. I am very well with house cleaning, cooking and preparing meals, and running errands. I love children and am very comfortable with all...
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Vickie P.


Lyndhurst, VA

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Mrs

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I have been a caregiver for over 25 years. I am professionally dependable as well as kind and attentive to my clients. I have care for both young and elderly with physical as well as special needs. I enjoy a challenge as well as learning new ways of doing things. Helping others is my passion and I enjoy doing that in many...
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Sandra A.


Fishersville, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

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I have over 10 years of experience in many of my skills I can help with cooking, pick-up/drop off, grocery shopping, arts and crafts. Bathing, reading. Special needs. Parkinson's, stroke, licensed and trained in Massage therapy. I am also experienced in horse care, dogs and kitties. Water therapy. Also very skilled in cooking...

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Experience with special needs seniors (dementia, Alzheimer's, etc) as well as special needs female teen (slight physical disability and learning disability)

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Crozet, VA

Heather F.

5.0

It is very clear that Heather cares deeply for each of the kiddos she has cared for, and our daughter was no exception. Heather is so beloved by our family, but especially by our daughter! My husband and I trust her implicitly. She has had a noticeable hand in helping our daughter develop her...

- Care member

Laura C.

5.0

Laura was so wonderful! She watched my three YO on short notice while I was in a wedding. He loved her and had a blast! Thank you, Laura!

- Melanie K.

Lydia H.

5.0

Lydia was great with our son! She was very responsible, friendly, and creative with play ideas.

- Laura W.

Catherine D.

5.0

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 town!

- Care member

Natalie M.

5.0

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 also felt she was safe with her. Would highly recommend her to anyone...

- Kyle K.

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