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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Henrico, VA
The average rate is $18/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Henrico, VA
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COVID, flu, RSV VACCINATED. For 2+ years, I worked as a caregiver/mentor for a severely Autistic nonverbal young adult as well as an 8-year-old with dyslexia, dysgraphia and slow processing in virtual tutoring.
My current DMV and Background check are available. I am a trained facilitator. My experience includes facilitating...
5.0
"Very reliable and focused. Excellent communicator. Provided before and after photos for out of town family to understand status. Offered advice and methods to improve structure for adult with Asperger's. Janet...
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Kimberlyn F.
Henrico, VA
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
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Experience and skills earned by working in healthcare and through life experiences. 9 years of working as a CNA/RA and 15+ years in home health.
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I have not had any experience caring for special needs children, but would love the experience. I am a very caring person that has had a lot of experience with children and I am looking for something new.
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I am a former preschool teacher with over 13 years of paid experience as a nanny. I have compassionately cared for children and adolescents of all ages. I also have cared for special needs children and multiples. In addition, I am the mother of two college educated kids. I am a non smoker with a clean driving record. CPR and...
5.0
"Vickey would be a tremendous asset to any family; I highly recommend her. We have hired Vickey to be our nanny twice in the past 10 years. She is great with newborns as well as older children and is...
Reviewed by Laura H.
Jennifer M.
Henrico, VA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Career Nanny Available For Evenings And Weekends.!
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I'm Jennifer, aka Ms. Jenn, 40 yrs old, I've been a professional career nanny for 21+ yrs. I'm experienced with newborns up to teens, as well as with multiples and special needs.
**My specialty & preference is newborn!**
I'm fully vaccinated & boosted twice, Covid conscious, as well as CPR & first aid certified. I have a good...
5.0
"Miss Jenn has taken care of my girls for the past 2.5 years and is fantastic. She takes care of the whole family and I'd love to employ her forever -- if only I could justify the expense of a full-time nanny...
Reviewed by Beth C.
Hannah M.
Henrico, VA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Childcare Experience Of 12 Years! Seeking A Full-Time Nanny Positions!
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I am 32, from VA. I am CPR, AED, & First Aid certified. I was a preschool teacher before I moved. I love kids! I have a lot of experience with children of all ages & Children with special needs (non verbal, children with learning problems, autism, children with feeding tubes, etc.). I am very energetic, outgoing, I love arts and...
3.0
"We interviewed with Hannah and actually offered her a job with our family as her references were great. Hannah seemed interested so we sent her our contract. We were looking for someone who could start...
Reviewed by Kirsten B.
Rene M.
Henrico, VA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have worked as a senior in-home and special needs care taker for 26 years. I have performed a variety of tasks to include but not limited to housekeeping, cooking, madecation management and administration, transportation to and from various medical appointments etc.
5.0
"Rene is amazing. My husband who has Parkinson’s adores her. And so do I. She has stayed with him 5 times, providing me the time and confidence to run errands, go to my dr appointments, and have a little “me”...
Reviewed by Deborah A.
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I currently house 2 intellectually disabled adults with my husband and son. They go to day support programs also. We have been sponsored residential since 2014.
I have also been caring for pets for years in my home, unless it's just to feed and clean litter.
Elderly people are wonderful and I love spending time with them and...
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I am a recent graduate of VCU's Masters of Social Work Student studying Clinical social work. I have worked at two psychiatric hospitals, most recently at Virginia Treatment Center for Children as a full time mental health partner. I have worked with all diagnoses including ODD, Autism, ADHD, GAD, MDD and many more. I am...
Ashleigh S.
Henrico, VA
$19-26/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I love working with this population and hope to continue on to do so. I've been an in home aba technician for a year. I've worked at Sarah Dooley center for autism for 6 months, and currently work at the Faison center as a teaching assistant.
Beth S.
Henrico, VA
$22-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello! I have many years of experience working with children ranging from 1-year-olds to teenagers. In addition to my general childcare background, I have extensive experience working with children on the autism spectrum. I understand the importance of patience, clear communication, and creating a sensory-friendly environment....
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I've been an aide for multiple children work special needs, such as severe Autism, Cerebral Palsy and ADHD. During those jobs I helped with school, physical therapy and speech therapy.
After this, I taught at a kindergarten for 2 years and a JHS for 1.
Currently I have been a nanny for a private family for 3 years, with one...
Shannon B.
Henrico, VA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Shannon. I just recently graduated from UNLV with a double major in Dance Performance and Choreography as well as Psychology with a minor in Neuroscience. I would love to work with children specifically with special needs, as I would like to attend Occupational Therapy school in the future. I have volunteered and...
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I graduated Virginia Commonwealth University with my Psychology degree in 2018 with the end goal of obtaining my Masters degree to become a Guidance Counselor. While working towards my Bachelors degree I began working with children with special needs and found a passion in seeing each child meet and exceed their goals. I am a...
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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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Hi! My name is McKenna. I am a 24-year-old 5th-grade teacher who loves kids! I went to Mary Baldwin University, majored in Elementary Education, and minored in History. I am just looking to pick up some occasional babysitting/tutoring jobs!
I have been a nanny for about five years and have had multiple duties. I have been...
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Hi.... my name is Shannon and I am an LPN fluent in numerous care backgrounds. I have 15 yrs experience and would love to help you care for your loved one. I am CPR certified and registered with the VA Board of Nursing. I have worked in both long-term and home health care amongst my working years. I meal prep, feed, bathe, shop,...
Patricia P.
Henrico, VA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have a degree in Special Education and have been working in the public schools for the past 15 years as a teacher and Coordinator of Special Education. Looking forward to working more closely with families in the home and community.
Natalie S.
Henrico, VA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Positive Force Of Supportive Energy For Both My Client And The People In Their Life.
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I have over 10 years of experience in the field of healthcare/mental health, earned a BS in Interdisciplinary Studies (Psychology/Health/Healthcare Administration). References are available upon request and I look forward to meeting you!
Rene M.
Henrico, VA
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Simultaneously worked as a teacher, mental health professional and deputy sheriff over the course of approximately 19 years.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Henrico, VA
Janet N.
5.0
Very reliable and focused. Excellent communicator. Provided before and after photos for out of town family to understand status. Offered advice and methods to improve structure for adult with Asperger's. Janet went above and beyond to learn about my brother's needs and habits. Client is moving out...
- Care member
Vickey P.
5.0
Vickey would be a tremendous asset to any family; I highly recommend her. We have hired Vickey to be our nanny twice in the past 10 years. She is great with newborns as well as older children and is extremely dependable.
- Laura H.
Jennifer M.
5.0
Jennifer is experienced in child development and has a true passion for children. Her references are impeccable and the only reason we did not hire her was because we had met someone we like just before we met Jennifer.
- Anand F.
Hannah M.
5.0
Hannah provided childcare for us for roughly 3 months, while I healed from surgery that prevented me from caring for our son full-time. Hannah exceeded expectations as this was our first experience with a professional caregiver. She will be an asset to the next family that she works for as we found...
- April P.
Rene M.
5.0
Rene is amazing. My husband who has Parkinson’s adores her. And so do I. She has stayed with him 5 times, providing me the time and confidence to run errands, go to my dr appointments, and have a little “me” time without worrying about my husband. A huge load is lifted when you know your loved...
- Deborah A.
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Ratings for Henrico, VA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Henrico, VA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.