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Anna L.


Gum Spring, VA

$15-20/hr

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I am currently working toward a degree in special education at Vanderbilt University. I have completed a semester of student teaching with students with special needs.
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Cali B.


Montpelier, VA

$18/hr7 yrs exp

3.7

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Hi, my name is Cali and I am 22 years old. I am currently living in the Hanover area. I have been babysitting since the age of 15, I currently nanny for two twin 2-year-olds. I also have previously worked at the Goddard school where I took care of nine infants. I am looking forward to applying for nanny jobs. I have experience...
5.0
"Well I have to say I'm very surprised to see the negative review - Cali worked for us for over a year and was very professional. She was rarely late and was super great with my kids, they adore her!! Cali is...

Reviewed by Antonia D.

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Carley C.


Crozier, VA

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

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5.0

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Dedicated & compassionate new grad from Radford U. with my Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I'm CPR certified (also have received many other certifications) and love caring for children (infants - teens), and helping families in need within the community. I am adaptable and resilient while working with young children and their...
5.0
"Carly was very kind, punctual and excellent with communication. My daughter had a great time with her and we will be using her again. Highly recommend this young lady."

Reviewed by Eddie M.

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5.0

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I enjoy helping and caring for special needs. I am a honest and trust worthy person. I have always been a helping hand for many people with disability and I hope I can do the same for you or your loved one! I am available in the afternoon/evenings
5.0
"Lily cared for my 2-week old son with a lot of tenderness and confidence. She's a natural and I won't hesitate to rehire her."

Reviewed by Alice T.

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Whitley B.


Powhatan, VA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Whitley. I have been a caregiver for multiple different ages and absolutely love it. I hope to join you and your family and provide any extra help that might be needed. Hope to hear from you!
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Katelynn J.


Montpelier, VA

$14-19/hr

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I've always loved kids and wanted to help in any way I can . I just graduated highschool and I'm ready to get my career started . I use to help raise my niece with my sister and I loved every minute of it .
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Evon D.


Henrico, VA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

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I work part time for United Cerebral Palsy. I've worked with 10 clients in the past year. I have experience working with children with Downs syndrome, Asperger's, autism, MS, and lupus. All the children/clients are a joy to work with and each have different levels of care needed. I bathe the younger children, prepare meals for...
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Amanda P.


Mineral, VA

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

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i'm an experienced and an enthusiastic nanny who has had all types of experiences ranging from a child who was deaf to a special needs child. I started out babysitting in my local neighborhood for children of family friends and after a while of working for them they would start recommending me to their friends and that's how I...
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Kayla G.


Powhatan, VA

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

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Hi everyone! I'm currently enrolled in nursing school and would love to be a pediatric nurse one day! I have multiple years experience of typical babysitting and also babysitting children with special needs! I would love to work with you and your family! Feel free to reach out!
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Hailey-marie R.


Henrico, VA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

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I am a Certified Child Life Specialist with my Masters Degree in Child Life and 5 years of experience I. The hospital setting, as well as 3 years of experience working at a medical summer camp for children with chronic illnesses and disabilities.
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Heather D.


Powhatan, VA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello I'm Heather! I've spent the last four years teaching children with autism speech, development, communication, and so on using ABA and love. I very much love what I do. I have also spent the last four years learning as much ASL as I can to be able to communicate with some of my deaf students. I have worked with cerebral...
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Derika S.


Montpelier, VA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

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Love special needs kids cause their so sweet and I've helped take care of friends kids that are special needs and have friends that are special needs.
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Azjah T.


Henrico, VA

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as outgoing, bright, and kind I like caring for people with special needs because they give me a different outlook on life. They show that you can still fully enjoy life despite your circumstances. I'm looking for a job that is rewarding & I think working in healthcare is very rewarding. In my...
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Jennifer M.


Cartersville, VA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time Or Part Time Care Giver/Nannie/Babysitter

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Hello, my name is Jennifer. I am very interested in meeting your family. Coming from a large family with a lot of children we are all very close and I know how important it is to have someone to trust with your children. I love children and would like to have a full time job giving my love and time to a family that would like a...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gum Spring, VA

Cali B.

5.0

I have used Cali for in home occasional care from 6/2021-now and I could not be more pleased with her services. Always on time, flexible and does an amazing job with my littles (infant, toddler, and pre-k). She would be an asset to any home for full time services.

- Care member

Carley C.

5.0

Carly was very kind, punctual and excellent with communication. My daughter had a great time with her and we will be using her again. Highly recommend this young lady.

- Eddie M.

Lily W.

5.0

Lily cared for my 2-week old son with a lot of tenderness and confidence. She's a natural and I won't hesitate to rehire her.

- Alice T.

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