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I have experience caring for an adult with cognitive and physical disabilities for going on 5 years now. I recently graduated from Longwood University in Therapeutic Recreation and then became certified as a certified therapeutic recreation specialist. Since graduation, I have been working in a community setting planning and...
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I am a mother of 4 boys. My eldest is 32 and my youngest is 23. I have been a caregiver for the past 30+ year in elder care, in a hospital and as a nanny. Since my children have been adults, I have nannied for 3 families. Currently I nanny for a 19-month-old who is preparing to go to preschool. I am CPR certified and Covid...
5.0
"Karen has truly become a member of our family. She loves our 3 children as her own. They were 5, 3, and 4 months old when we first met Karen. She was always punctual, engaged with the kids, and handles 'tough...
Reviewed by Jessica H.
Julianna Y.
Boones Mill, VA
$12-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I am a 20-year-old, fun, kind, and sweet hearted person! I love anything to do do with children! I have worked with children for 3 years now! I have worked for special needs kids, and kids with unique personalities! I want to be a Pediatric RN in the future!
Debbie K.
Vinton, VA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have had alot of experience in taking care of patients . I originally started out in a nursing home and was doing home Care at the same time . I then went to work for a school for the mentally and physically challenged children to young adults . I like what I do and hope that I can continue to do it .
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I'm a young mother of two beautiful little girls. I've been a CNA for 10 years. I am CPR and First Aide certificated. I've worked in a variety of work settings and cared for a wide age range of patients, from babies to the elderly. Including individuals on the spectrum that deals with mobility challenges, mental disabilities...
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I have been a nanny for many special needs children. They have all been wonderful kids. I am a very patient, loving person who will teach and love the children I work with unconditionally. I am certified in early childhood education, occupational therapy and counseling. I am a CNA and Paramedic. I love children and am a very...
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I have experience in providing transportation and support for children's extracurricular activities and morning routines. I have a specialization in caring for children with disabilities and special needs. I am committed to creating a positive atmosphere and motivating every child I engage with. I am willing to fulfill any...
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Hi! I am a childcare provider with years of experience working with kids from all walks of life. This includes children with attention deficits, learning disorders, sensory processing issues, physical handicaps, as well as kids on the autism spectrum. I have an Associate degree in general studies and I am currently finishing up...
Hope P.
Vinton, VA
$13-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
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HI! My name is Hope! And I have been working with children with autism and other intellectual disabilities for 7 years now. Also with experience with my cousin who is now 18!
Kayla K.
Salem, VA
$23-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
27 Year Old Female. I Have Years Of Experience With Infants, Toddlers, And Adolescents.
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I am a former teacher from WV. I am currently offering weekend baby sitting and/or tutoring. I have experience in all age groups as well as special needs.
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"I highly recommend Kayla! I have newborn twins and she is great with them. It doesn't get more difficult than infant twins and she does a great job managing their schedules as well as doing all of the...
Reviewed by Ashley G.
Emma H.
Blue Ridge, VA
$13/hr • 10 yrs exp
Need A Consistent, Caring Child Care Provider That Will Stimulate And Educate Your Children?
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I have 30 years of experience working with children. I have taught preschool, third and fourth grade. For eight years, I operated my own home day care. I also have 13 years of special needs/ companion and respite care with adults, seniors and children. I am a mother of two beautifully independent and loving children, one of whom...
5.0
"Emma is very thorough. She is observant and looks for things that need to be done. Nice lady. Dependable. We are happy we hired her. Kids enjoyed her when she helped with childcare. Came prepared with age...
Reviewed by Heather D.
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Hello! My name is Kelly and I would love to help care for all your loved ones. I have a degree in Child Development and Psychology and speak fluent Spanish as well as conversational French, Chinese, German, and Italian. My most recent job was teaching ESL to adults and Spanish to children. I lived in Spain and taught English to...
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"Kelly quickly became our children’s favorite person. When we hired her our kids were 3, 4, and 6 and she managed to create a Spanish curriculum to teach all of them appropriately at the same time. She did a...
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Victoria D.
Salem, VA
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hey there! My name is Victoria, but I go by Tori. I am currently a preschool teacher, but have also worked with a variety of age groups in the past, through babysitting, camp counseling, special needs camp, youth group leading, and day cares. I am 24 years old, and am willing to help out with homework, diapers, teaching, fun...
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"Victoria is an exceptional caregiver! Driven by her obvious passion for children's success; she shows real connections with her kids. I would highly recommend her. She watched my little one and bonded with her...
Reviewed by Alexandra P.
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I previously worked as a CNA(pediatric and geriatrics), a full time stepparent to a special needs child with a mitochondrial disease, and I currently attend to two senior women. One of the women I have worked with for 3 years and she currently is an amputee. The second woman I started working with over the past two months and...
4.7
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If you are searching for a dependable person with great references to care for your child(ren) so you can get away for a day, overnight, or a weekend or week-long trip, then look no further! I have worked with kids most of my life and still enjoy it!
I begin by meeting your family, learn what your routine and discipline style...
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"Cathy has been a wonderful nanny for us for many years (5+). She nannied for us from infancy through toddlers on a weekly basis and now on occasion as school aged kiddos. The time, energy, and care she puts...
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Shani W.
Roanoke, VA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi! Finding a reliable, safe, and intuitive caregiver can be tough but you've done it! Yes I am it!
I have experience caring for special needs children with autism, different form of cerebral palsy, mitochondrial diseases, and ADHD. I know how to do trach care and G-tube feedings.
Did work as an In Home Pediatric NA....
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"Shani made me and my babies feel comfortable and taken care of. She eased right into being what I needed. While caring for my kids, she also took care of some household errands for me. Very professional and I'm...
Reviewed by Courtney H.
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My name is Katie & I'm 39 y/o. I have 20+ yrs experience caring for children newborn-teen, including kids. w/ special needs, twins & triplets. I'm a COTA who is active, creative & would be w/ the children as well. Some of my hobbies include hiking & Art. Depending on the age of the children, some activities we might do include...
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"We have used Katie as a babysitter for the past 6 years. She helped care for my then 15 month old and my 7 week old girls. She still babysits for us occasionally and my girls are now almost 6 and 7 years old....
Reviewed by Jillian E.
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First, I am a Mom. I can help a few days a week part time only. Not looking for reoccurring. Just one time jobs. Christians, I do not drink or smoke and I love seniors and kids! I have a Psychology degree, I was a teen orphan counselor in Salem, I worked in law enforcement at the Sheriffs office and as a special ed teacher. I...
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"Michele is awesome with children and very easy to work with. My kids loved her! And she definitely had her hands full - 10 month old twin boys and an almost 3-year old girl; she took excellent care of them...
Reviewed by Sarah W.
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Hello! Mother of 3 here. I'm available to watch your kiddo(s) in your home or mine.
All ages and abilities welcome! I'm not a nurse or therapist, but I am happy to learn whatever I need to to accommodate any special needs. I'm very familiar with g-tubes & mobility equipment. Our house is fairly accessible. Our family is also...
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"Stacy was wonderful! I had an ongoing arrangement with Stacy and she was always on time for a very early morning gig which was very important to me. I would definitely hire her again!"
Reviewed by Laura S.
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Hello! My name is Kira and I am 23 years old. I am an experienced and certified CNA, currently living in the Daleville area. I have worked with the elderly, young children and including those using ventilators/trachs). I have experience working with children with special needs as well, such as autism and ADD/ADHD. I am...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hardy, VA
Karen M.
5.0
Karen has truly become a member of our family. She loves our 3 children as her own. They were 5, 3, and 4 months old when we first met Karen. She was always punctual, engaged with the kids, and handles 'tough toddler' situations with grace and kindness. She's always gone above and beyond to help our...
- Jessica H.
Kayla K.
5.0
Dependable, friendly, great with kids, eager to learn
- Chelsea T.
Emma H.
5.0
Emma is very thorough. She is observant and looks for things that need to be done. Nice lady. Dependable. We are happy we hired her. Kids enjoyed her when she helped with childcare. Came prepared with age appropriate activities.
- Heather D.
Kelly A.
5.0
My daughter has been seeing Kelly for piano lessons since she was 4 years old and I have been told by many people, including music teachers that the skill she exhibits is amazing for one so young. Not only does she read music and understand theory with incredible skill but she LOVES playing and...
- Care member
Victoria D.
5.0
Victoria (Tori) was our 5 yr old's daycare teacher, and we also hired her to babysit our 5 yr old and 2 yr old on several occasions. If we could hire her as a nanny, we would do so immediately. As a Daycare teacher, she created amazing curriculum and I was so happy with what my son was learning -...
- Janina K.
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