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29 special needs caregivers are listed in Linden, VA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years
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I am a 29-year-old mother to 3 kids. I have tons of experience in watching kids of all ages ranging from infant to 9 years old. I do have experience taking care of special needs children and multiples. I am attentive, caring, and hands-on. I am willing to do some light housekeeping. I enjoy the outdoors and doing arts and...
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"Amber , is awesome with my son … "
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I have worked with the ID/DD population for over 20 years. I have seen and experienced so much during this time period. I have worked with many individuals, with many different diagnosis over the years. Each individual is unique and special in their own way and this is where I come in. I take an individualized, person centered...
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I'd describe my personality as patient, caring and kind.
I like working with kids because I have a soft spot for children and I have a lot of patience and understanding.
I'm looking for a job that I can grow as a person and bring positivity into other peoples lives and be able make someone's day better and easier.
I started...
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Hi, I'm Lily (: I am an enthusiastic, compassionate 22-year-old college student who is somewhat new to the area. I love to spend my free time hiking in nature and going on runs with my dog. I grew up in the military as the second oldest of 4 children. I have been babysitting and nannying since I was young enough to be babysat...
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Hi, I'm retired pastor who worked 20 years with youth and 15 years with Celebrate Recovery groups caring for people with emotional needs. My goal about care-giving is no only have fun. I have joy when establish a strong connection and build secure attachment with people. I enjoy my family: my wife, three children and three...
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"Edward is kind, responsible, and insightful. He immediately connected with our son."
Reviewed by Donna T.
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I worked as an attendant for two years at a private school. I assisted students in all curricular activities as well as extracurricular, speech therapy, summer programs, private tutor, and nanny. I have also managed lessons for therapeutic riding for individuals of all ages with varying cognitive and intellectual disabilities....
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My name is Kiana! I'm 25 years old and the oldest of 7 kids! Not only do I have a lot of experience taking care of all of my siblings, I've also had paid experience sitting other people's kids since I was 8 years old. I'm able to care for children ages ranging from newborns - pre-teens and special needs!
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"Kiana was our nanny for about 6 months. She cared for my two sons, who were ages 4 and 6 at the time, and who both have high functioning autism. Kiana is kind, calm, fun, and was really great with my kids....
Reviewed by Chelsey H.
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Hi, my name is Sileni, and I'm 34-year-old. I'm from Costa Rica.
I like to care kids and to teach them to become independent and to learn new things, such as schoolwork, arts and crafts and teaching them Spanish. I love art and books.
I have worked as volunteer with special need kids and adolescents in institutions with kids...
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"After looking for what felt like forever, we found Sileni to be our occasional babysitter for our 3 kids, but also a part time nanny for just our 1 year old daughter and she has been a blessing since. She's...
Reviewed by Bianca H.
Mery B.
Warrenton, VA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Nanny: Loving, Caring, Patient & Trustworthy Person
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I'm a Professional Nanny with more than 10 years of experience in childcare; particularly with infants, toddlers, twins, special needs children and school aged children. I'm an outgoing and energetic person, a hard worker, and am a strong believer in learning through play, indoor and outdoors. I like to provide a stimulating...
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"Any family would be lucky to have Mery! Mery was a loving nanny to our son from 4 months until he was 2, and truly felt like part of the family. Mery was punctual, flexible, and always respectful of our...
Reviewed by Sarah L.
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Overnights
Short term, full or part time
In-room/suite care while you have dinner
Potty Training
The oldest of 7 children, I was well-versed in infants and toddlers by the time I took an au pair position in Switzerland at 19. When I returned, I worked toward my associate degree focusing in Psychology in Northern Virginia, while...
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"Genevieve has my highest recommendation! She watched my daughter and friends son (both infants) while we had dinner at Glen Gordon Manor. Genevieve was punctual, warm, knowledgeable, careful and attentive. If...
Reviewed by Rachel R.
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Hi I'm patient, enthusiastic, and driven to be a positive presence.
I stay engaged and interactive. I utilize creativity, imagination, and exploration through play. I am a role model of kindness and compassion.
I have 9 years experience with special needs, nonverbal severe autism.
My regular available hours are between...
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I've got 11 siblings and years of experience babysitting families with lots of children. I can do overnight stays and help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. I've taught art classes to middle schoolers and have lots of experience with crafts and fun activities for kids. I'm CPR certified, and have worked with special needs...
Katlyn L.
Strasburg, VA
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Kaitlyn and I've had two years professional experience working with children. One year paid in a daycare setting and one year unpaid internship in multiple public schools. I have one on one experience working with special needs children and have overseen classes at max ratio. I have my paraprofessional...
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Worked in childcare for four years! and also I love taking care Elderly, have a special needs older sibling, and still help care for him, but want to broaden my level of care.
Tenise A.
Strasburg, VA
$15-50/hr • 13 yrs exp
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I was a stay home military spouse for 13 years. I am a substitute teacher with Shenandoah County Public schools. I previously was an aide in the special needs classroom. Was a caregiver to my sister with special needs for many years. Was my blind grandmothers home aid and now I assist with her baths several times a week. I am...
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I have over 5 years of experience working with children and children with special needs. I received my degree in Youth Development and Psychology from the University of Virginia, and I have been a tutor, nanny, and most recently a full-time teacher. I am going to graduate school to become a counselor in the fall, so am just...
Benjamin D.
Boyce, VA
$20-45/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have 20 years of experience working with children, with people with special needs, and with elders. My experience has taught me that the heart of my job is meaningful connection, to put myself in another's shoes, and from that place I can then meet the wide array of the needs of my clients. If I put the well being of my...
Jessica W.
Warrenton, VA
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi! I am a patient, fun-loving, and responsible older sister who has over 10 years of experience with childcare! Most of my experience comes from my two younger brothers and their friends, ages ranging from infant to teenagers. I primarily watch my oldest brother, who has special needs, who has taught me patience and kindness....
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Hi there! My name is Natalie, and I am currently a going to school for nursing which means I am BLS CPR certified. I love all children and animals and have a diverse experience with both! I also have experience with special needs children as well as infants. I started watching my brothers and sisters when I was younger and have...
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Hello, I'm Sarah. I was previously a nanny for a teenage boy with special needs and another family with four children. I help with cooking, cleaning, homework, sports practices, and pet care. I am a graphic designer, I enjoy nannying as steady income while doing graphic design freelance. Let me know if you have any questions!
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Linden, VA
Amber N H.
5.0
Amber , is awesome with my son …
- Care member
Edward S.
5.0
Edward is kind, responsible, and insightful. He immediately connected with our son.
- Donna T.
Kiana S.
5.0
She is really great with the kids, mine have a lot of energy but she is always calm and patient with them. They always ask for her to come over.
- Jenell M.
Sileni A.
3.0
Very pleasant lady. On-time, safe and capable, but a lot of variations in availability of her schedule. Lack of consistency. It was difficult to rely on her and she left me in a tight situation with child care.
- Ruby G.
Mery B.
5.0
Mery has been our nanny, and an extension of our family, for the past 5 years. We say extension of our family because Mery has been an absolute treasure to work with. She has shown our girls such love and attention as though they were her own over the past 5 years. She has cared for our youngest...
- Amanda P.
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