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Julia E.
Elkton, VA
$25-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time/Date Night Caregiver (Fluency In Spanish And B.A. From The University Of Virginia)
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I first began to work as a mother's helper when I was 12 years of age and I have continued as a babysitter and caregiver ever since. I have worked with numerous families in Charlottesville, Crozet, and Keswick, as well as abroad while living in Spain. I have experience with children ranging from ages of six months to 12 years....
5.0
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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
5.0
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Hi, my name is Ellie! I am from Broadway, VA. I am a current senior at Messiah University studying to become an occupational therapist.
My experience with babysitting started at a young age, helping with childcare at my church. In high school, I started official part-time babysitting gigs and lifeguarding. The skills I have...
5.0
"Ellie is an amazing sitter for us! She has always been on time and we come home to a totally clean house! My kids who are normally super shy love her!!"
Reviewed by Meaghan C.
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I am a 21-year-old college student who is majoring in Special Education. I do not have paid experience with working with children with special needs, I do on the other hand have countless hours of experience being an intern. I was a teachers assistant for a Special Educational class room for two years. One year I was with high...
Heather F.
Grottoes, VA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
5.0
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Recently moved back to Harrisonburg with my husband. Looking to work with individuals on the autism spectrum!
5.0
"She is just the best - simply put, strongly meant!"
Reviewed by Sara B.
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...
5.0
"Catherine was a wonderful sitter! She had great communication prior to meeting us, arrived early, and was so sweet and nurturing to our baby boy. "
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5.0
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Hi! I am an experienced nanny and teacher assistant who has taught preschool through elementary grades, including children with special needs. I have worked in public schools and day care centers, as well as caring for kids in my home while raising my own four children. I love caring for and teaching kids, and enjoy taking them...
5.0
"Carolyn is possibly the best person you can find to take car of your kid(s). Throughout the time she has worked for me, she is very caring, dedicated and dependable. One of her greatest strengths is her ability...
Reviewed by Li O.
5.0
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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...
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"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...
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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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I have worked in the special needs program in high school and my best friend has a twin who has downsyndrome and autism and I have spent lots of time around him. I am very comfortable with all ages and I am comfortable providing care for varying degrees of special needs.
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Hi everyone! My name is Katie. I'd describe my personality as quirky, artistic, and happy. I have worked with children on and off since I was 15. Now (37... yikes!) I have five children of my own and I am looking to get back into being a nanny. I have tried it all when it comes to work and keep coming back to being a nanny. I...
Caroline M.
Harrisonburg, VA
$14-19/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have many year of experience working with individuals with varied needs from the ages of 18 months to 29 years of age.
Shannon M.
Harrisonburg, VA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Shannon M. and I'm looking for part time employment for the summer. I'm a freshman Psychology major with intentions to go into early childhood development. Over the past few years I've worked with children of all ages, including special needs such as cerebral palsy. I love kids almost as much as I love pets!
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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...
Katie A.
Harrisonburg, VA
$10-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I love working with children, they are such a joy to be around. I have two children of my own, my son is 4 and my daughter will be 2 in November. My daughter has special needs and in the almost 2 years she's been apart of my life, she has had taught me so many new things. I have watched other children for about 6 years, all from...
Jessica V.
Harrisonburg, VA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
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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...
Meredith D.
Harrisonburg, VA
$18-23/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Caring for others is what I'm meant to do. Any age, unique situations, I truly enjoy it all. It's a privilege to be involved in any stage of someone's life.
Samantha P.
Harrisonburg, VA
$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hi, my name is Sam! I am a college student, majoring in elementary education at JMU to one day become a teacher. I have 3+ years of experience in childcare. I have worked part time at a daycare with infants for over a year, have worked at summer camps, and babysat. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have experience with...
Kelly K.
Earlysville, VA
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through 12 years of experience as a CNA. I have experience working with children, teenagers, young adults, and seniors who have intellectual, developmental, and mental disabilities.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elkton, VA
Ellen W.
5.0
Ellie is an amazing sitter for us! She has always been on time and we come home to a totally clean house! My kids who are normally super shy love her!!
- Meaghan C.
Jessie B.
5.0
She is just the best - simply put, strongly meant!
- Sara B.
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
Carolyn P.
5.0
Carolyn is possibly the best person you can find to take car of your kid(s). Throughout the time she has worked for me, she is very caring, dedicated and dependable. One of her greatest strengths is her ability to be flexible, yet maintain discipline. She took care of our son when he was 7 years...
- Li O.
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
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