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Tonya D.


New Market, VA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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I am CPR first aid certified . I have worked with dementia clients for the past 4 years. I have took the class for CNA and currently waiting to here back from state to be certified. Have my own transportation. very reliable very responsible. Very good references. I have worked for people public partnership .
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Sherry S.


Broadway, VA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Love Helping Ppl

5.0

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Good day . I'm a 56-year-old lady , I love helping an caring fir ppl . I love working with special needs clients. But I love helping anyone. Hope you give me a custom help your loved one.
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Kendra W.


Mount Jackson, VA

$30-50/hr6 yrs exp

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I have been a special education teacher for 6 years with a focus on students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I absolutely love my job! I am successful with positive behavior reinforcement, visual schedules, developing routines and building trust.
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Shannon M.


Harrisonburg, VA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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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 at James Madison University 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...
5.0
"Shannon is amazing with both our twin boys and puppy! All 3 just love her!! She is 100% trustworthy and our favorite to date!!!! Shannon is eager, sweet and a great role model."

Reviewed by Joanne C.

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Ellen W.


Harrisonburg, VA

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Ellie

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 cared for our 3 children after-school for several months. She was very responsible and kept the kids engaged in play and off screens! We plan on continuing to have Ellie watch the kids when available for...

Reviewed by Care member

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Julie O.


Harrisonburg, VA

$10-17/hr

Loving Ans Passionate Special Education Major

5.0

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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...
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Jessie B.


Harrisonburg, VA

$40-50/hr8 yrs exp

Northern VA Therapist New To The Area

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.

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Carolyn P.


Harrisonburg, VA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Experienced Teacher Assistant

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.

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Jessica V.


Harrisonburg, VA

$10-15/hr5 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...
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Brenna D.


Harrisonburg, VA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

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I have experience with special needs children in the classroom, want to see kids succeed, and love to share a bright, positive attitude with kids.
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Gabriella S.


Harrisonburg, VA

$12-24/hr5 yrs exp

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I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Crafts and Grocery Shopping. I worked at camps for many years, as well as worked with a special needs young child this summer at a camp. I am a college student at JMU. I can help with after school activities and or early morning with bus duties.
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Samantha P.


Harrisonburg, VA

$15-18/hr3 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...
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Colleen M.


Harrisonburg, VA

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Sitter, Good With Kids!

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Hi! My name is Colleen. I'm a sophomore at JMU. I am the third oldest of 8 kids. I have 5 younger sisters and one younger brother. I have volunteered in an elementary school and I spend my summers giving swim lessons to children. Some of this work is volunteer, but I also started my own swim lesson business at my local swim...
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Tessa N.


Harrisonburg, VA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi! I'm Tessa and I'm a communication sciences and disorders major at JMU. I am currently in a special education class at JMU and learning lots about different types of disabilities. I have one year of paid caregiving experience and five years of general volunteer childcare experience. I am passionate about working with...
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Caroline M.


Harrisonburg, VA

$14-19/hr5 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.
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Meredith D.


Harrisonburg, VA

$18-23/hr8 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.
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Jessica H.


Edinburg, VA

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi there! I'm Jessica. I'm 23, almost 24 years old. I currently have a 6-month-old son who would be joining me when caring for your child/children! I've been babysitting since I was roughly 12 years old. I have some experience in working with special needs children as well. Shoot me a message, and let's work something out!
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Hilary L.


Harrisonburg, VA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi, I have several years experience working with a family in Woodlake (where I too am located) who's loved one was diagnosed with MS; they began to suffer from memory loss and other complications that arise from MS. My nephew's father is epileptic and have been aware of his situation in the case where I may need to get involved....
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Tessa N.


Harrisonburg, VA

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

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Hi! I'm Tessa and I'm a third year JMU student with a major in Communication Sciences and Disorders and a minor in Family Ecology. I attended community college prior to JMU and have an associate's degree. My dream is to be a pediatric speech-language pathologist after graduating! I have lots of experience working with kids,...
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Matilda M.


Luray, VA

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello! I have a BA in Elementary Education, and have been a lead supervisor of classrooms, field-trips, daycares, summer camps, volunteer projects, mealtimes, and shifts in retail and food service. Lately I've hosted visitor centers and trails as a park ranger, but it all started with babysitting about 15 years ago! Since then...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in New Market, VA

Shannon M.

5.0

Shannon is amazing with both our twin boys and puppy! All 3 just love her!! She is 100% trustworthy and our favorite to date!!!! Shannon is eager, sweet and a great role model.

- Joanne C.

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.

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.

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