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Mikayla M.

Patient Caregiver

Dayton, VA

from
$22/hr
I have a lot of patience, and I've been caring for babies and children since I was a teenager. Most of my experience comes from the diverse needs of a classroom of students. Several years in home health have also been tremendously rewarding. I look forward to meeting you!
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Hi Parents, My Name Is Olivia And I Am Looking To Be An Occasional Or Date Night Sitter.

Harrisonburg, VA

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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Olivia, I am a junior at James Madison University, and I am working to obtain my bachelors degree in psychology. After I graduate, I plan to go to grad school to specialize in children's psychology. I have been babysitting children since I was 14. When I was 16 I began preschool assistant position. In this...
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Caroline M.'s Photo

Harrisonburg, VA

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$14/hr
5 years experience
I have many year of experience working with individuals with varied needs from the ages of 18 months to 29 years of age.
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Matilda M.'s Photo

Harrisonburg, VA

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I have a BA in Elementary Education, and have been a lead supervisor of classrooms, field-trips, daycares, summer camps, volunteer projects, mealtimes, and shifts in retail and food service. Lately I've hosted visitor centers and trails as a park ranger, but it all started with babysitting about 15 years ago! Since then...
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Shannon M.'s Photo

Harrisonburg, VA

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$10/hr
I have always had a passion for helping people and love doing so! I have a son who is autistic. It may not be the same as what your looking for in someone to care for your loved one. But I know it take a lot of sweat and tears and tons of patients. And hard work to get what needs to be done... done... I'm willing to learn how to...
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Christie H.'s Photo

Bridgewater, VA

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$14/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
I have three years in special needs infant/toddler care. I have 17 years experience in young child, adolescent, young adult with special needs. I was a personal service provider for 18 years for a young man with mental disabilities and physical disabilities. All of these positions gave me experience inkeeping medical records,...
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Caregiver

Bridgewater, VA

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$13/hr
2 years experience
My name is Diana and I currently work as an aid to the elderly or special needs. I've been working as an aid for two years now.
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Maia A.'s Photo

Harrisonburg, VA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a very energetic, outgoing person who has been babysitting for over 7 years. I am a recent graduate of James Madison University with a Bachelors of Science in Biology. I am staying in Harrisonburg throughout the summer and in the foreseeable future! I have taken care kids of all ages, taken care of children with special...
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Cassie H.'s Photo

Harrisonburg, VA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Since the age of 14, I have been caring for young children on an as need basis. I began by watching my youth pastor's three toddler children while his wife tutored in a different section of their home. Having that opportunity at a young age allowed me to appreciate how rewarding childcare can be. Since then, I have had various...
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Meredith D.'s Photo

Bridgewater, VA

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$19/hr
3 years experience
I offer care, compassion & love for your loved one. I truly enjoy caring & being there for others, there's nothing like it! I have experience with many types of situations & people, some of them being the hardest things I've been through, but wouldn't change a thing.
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Child care

Bridgewater, VA

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$13/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
From delightful infants to pre-teens, I've spent the last five years happily caring for children of all ages. My previous babysitting experiences motivated me to support families by providing reliable childcare. I am patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I communicate with parents through daily reports and verbal updates,...
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Offering Caring For Children With Disabilities

Harrisonburg, VA

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
5 years experience
Hi there! I've grown up taking care of my younger brother who is diagnosed with Autism and Downs Syndrome. My mom is single and working and so I get lots of experience working through Online school with him and therapy over Zoom. I had a semester long internship at an Occupational Therapy office where I became familiar with...
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Cna

McGaheysville, VA

5.0(0)
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$13/hr
8 years experience
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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Professional Childcare Provider

Harrisonburg, VA

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
I've been working in the childcare field for more than 10 years. I am very patient with children and love helping them learn while also having fun. I'm specialized with newborns, infants and toddlers but I also have experience with older kids, multiples and special needs. I can teach them Spanish, do arts and crafts among other...
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Fun Sitter, Good With Kids!

Harrisonburg, VA

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$0/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
For the past decade, I've found immense joy in nurturing young minds. My babysitting experiences sparked a passion for positively impacting children's lives and supporting families by offering dependable care. I'm known for being patient, creative, friendly, and I follow the parents' lead when enforcing household rules. I enjoy...
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Ashlynne B.'s Photo

Harrisonburg, VA

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$16/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I love the joy and creativity children bring into the world. As a former teacher assistant, I have lots of experience with children and behaviors. I have worked with children with disabilities in the school setting in addition to growing up with a brother with special needs. I am fun, outgoing, and positive to be around. I...
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Carolina V.'s Photo

Harrisonburg, VA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Hi! I'm Carolina I have a degree in Special Education and years of experience working with children of all ages and abilities. I've taught elementary and high school special education, worked as a nanny, and spent three years as a preschool teacher while in college. I'm now a full-time real estate agent, but I really miss...
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Erica C.'s Photo

Harrisonburg, VA

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! I'm a sophomore at James Madison University, majoring in Psychology. I've been babysitting since I was 13, and now with about 6 years of experience, I've had the opportunity of working with children of all ages, from infants to preteens, including children with special needs. I'm very passionate about creating a safe, fun,...
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Babysitter/Caregiver

Harrisonburg, VA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Samantha, and I'm a junior at JMU working toward my bachelor's degree in Social Work. I began babysitting my cousin and nephew at a young age alongside my mom. Watching my cousin, who had special needs, helped shape my passion for working with children and supporting individuals with different abilities. I have...
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Jessica V.'s Photo

Harrisonburg, VA

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$13/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as caring, effervescent, and patient! I like working with kids because I have a family full of children and I am the oldest, so it is in my nature to be looking after them! The feeling I get after helping a child is rewarding and incomparable to any other! I started working with kids when I was a...
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