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I'm a teacher with a background in special education. I'm about to take a break for a while to focus on myself and my upcoming marriage(10/26/24!), but I'd still love to work with kids and families. I enjoy video games, animals, nature, and tiny living ideas. I live with my fiancée, 2 cats, and 2 geckos. There are many...
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Trenidi J.


Orange, VA

$14-20/hr1 yrs exp

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Hello, I have been doing nursing for 4 years and helping out with kids for 1 year. I love spending time and making them laugh and smile. I don't know mind working with any age. Don't mind picking them up or taking them to there appointments, school, etc.
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Mackenzie H.


Orange, VA

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

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I started working with kids when I was a teenager as a sitter. Then I graduated college with a degree in education in 2021. Afterwards, I worked with special needs children's (grades K-2). When I moved to Orange in 2022, I started working as a teacher assistant in a daycare. I was quickly promoted to lead teacher of 4-year-olds,...
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Grace W.


Orange, VA

$37/hr3 yrs exp

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I'm very experienced when it comes to senior care. I'm also good with children and babies. I've took care of elderly people (men & women) for the past 3 years. When I started out I had my pca but I then moved onto working privately instead of through a company because the money and hours were better. I've worked with patients...
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Michelle P.


Orange, VA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Working With Children Is My Passion!

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I love children! I graduated from occupational therapy school in 2018 and focused on pediatrics. My studies included child psychology and developmental stages of childhood. My previous job was working at a daycare/preschool in the infant-2-year-old rooms. In my training I worked in the special needs department at a public...
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Janet T.


Locust Grove, VA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Elder/Senior Care - Special Needs Care

5.0

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I am compassionate, caring, and supportive in my job, able to interact with a client while allowing privacy and independence where needed. I'm a highly dependable and reliable caregiver who loves taking care of the elderly and those with special needs. I have experience with Parkinson's, Supra-nuclear Palsy, Dementia, COPD,...
5.0
"Janet is a loving and kind person. She enjoys being a caretaker and has a huge amount of patience. She makes good decisions and is completely trustworthy.She bonds with her clients and makes their lives better....

Reviewed by Tracey N.

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Kialah W.


Culpeper, VA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

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5.0

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My experience with children is great, I've been babysitting for years. I have a full time job so I am looking for part time/night or occasional date nights. I have experience with all ages. I'm willing to take kids out to events / games. I also have expensive with special needs children. I also have a goddaughter kids love me,...
5.0
"I am more than pleased with the experience and kindness Kialah brought to my son. She always greeted him with a smile and great energy every day. I love it! My son really enjoyed their time together. Thank you!"

Reviewed by Faith W.

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Bailey P.


Culpeper, VA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

3.7

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Hey there! I'm Bailey a 22-year-old college student. I currently go to a university working on my bachelors in elementary education and doing all of my classes online. I have worked for daycares, nannied, and have worked with special needs children. I also babysit very often, watching kids from ages newborn-13 years old. I am...
5.0
"Bailey is awesome! It is obvious that she has great knowledge of caring for kids. She keeps us informed while we're out and is so fantastic and engaging with our son. He loves her. We appreciate her...

Reviewed by Marie W.

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Debra F.


Barboursville, VA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher Available Anytime For Childcare, Tutoring Or Pet Care.

5.0

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I raised 4 great kids and understand the challenges of a busy family. I've worked 20+ yrs with all ages; Elementary teacher, Youth Leader, Child Care Center Owner, Summer Camp Director & Foster Parent. With this diverse background, I have wisdom you can count on. I am very patient, creative and trustworthy. I am able to connect...
5.0
"I was visiting Charlottesville from out of town and needed Monday-Friday full-time care for my 5 month old son. I didn't know anyone in the area, so I was worried about finding someone experienced and...

Reviewed by Natilee H.

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Lydia H.


Louisa, VA

$19/hr6 yrs exp

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3.0

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Hi, my name is Lydia and I absolutely love working with kids of all ages! I have worked with children since I was a teenager and I never seem to get over how much fun kids are. I have been a swim coach, a camp counselor for special needs children, worked as a Youth Coach/teacher at the Nats Youth Baseball Academy, have been a...
5.0
"Lydia was great with our son! She was very responsible, friendly, and creative with play ideas."

Reviewed by Laura W.

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Monet J.


Locust Grove, VA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Full-time Or Part-time Caregiver

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I have 14 years experience working with children from ages newborn to 16 years of age. I have worked in a children's daycare facility, I have operated my own daycare, and just recently was a nanny for a special needs child. I love working with children.
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Clinton A.


Gordonsville, VA

$20-30/hr9 yrs exp

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I am a Sign Language Interpreter that has some experience working with students/children with various disabilities. I am open-minded, patient, kind, and can offer ASL instruction and have insight to various communication models. I love working in small groups or one-on-on and looking to help accommodate your loved one(s) with...
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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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Ryan B.


Culpeper, VA

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

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Offering in home child care for all ages! I have an extensive background in healthcare, but left after the birth of my daughter to be a stay at home mom. My mom was a preschool teacher for over a decade, and I found a love for caring for children while volunteering in her classroom all throughout junior high and high school....
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Rachel G.


Gordonsville, VA

$12-17/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Rachel. I am an elementary and special education teacher. When I am not teaching, I am a caregiver for young adults with special needs. I would love the opportunity to meet you and work with you!
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Chloe H.


Barboursville, VA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

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I like working with kids because I never know what they are going to say! They are so funny and sweet. I also love playing with them and teaching them new skills. I have been working with children for 5 years! I have worked at a few schools, children church programs and even child care centers at ski resorts! I have experience...
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Lauran S.


Gordonsville, VA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Special Educator

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Hello! I have been working with individuals with various disabilities ranging from age four to 40 for the past seven years. I have worked in elementary and middle school as a special education teacher and have volunteered with my church to lead a team to work with individuals with disabilities. Over the years, I have worked in...
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Lauran S.


Gordonsville, VA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

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For the past seven years I have been teaching students with various disabilities in a self-contained classroom. Through this time, I have worked with individuals from elementary school to middle school level. I have also voluntarily led a group special needs church group weekly with the ages ranging from 3 to 16. I know some...
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Linda J.


Culpeper, VA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nurse Aide 27 Years Experience

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I am very compassionate about my daily responsibilities. I have worked with Autistic needs, epilepsy, muscular dystrophy, paraplegic, mental health and I am always willing to learn more.
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Sandy L.


Culpeper, VA

$35-45/hr5 yrs exp

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I have been a caregiver professionally for 5 years and strive to provide full family support in addition to the supportive needs of my clients. I am punctual, kind, patient, calm, and happy and look for ways to bring joy and fun into day-to-day activities.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Orange, VA

Janet T.

5.0

Janet is a skilled caregiver with a real heart for her care receivers. She is punctual, dependable, and has a great sense of humor. You won't find a better caregiver and I would definitely hire her again.

- Patricia N.

Kialah W.

5.0

I am more than pleased with the experience and kindness Kialah brought to my son. She always greeted him with a smile and great energy every day. I love it! My son really enjoyed their time together. Thank you!

- Faith W.

Bailey P.

5.0

Bailey is an amazing babysitter and is very kind, trustworthy, and responsible.

- Care member

Debra F.

5.0

I was visiting Charlottesville from out of town and needed Monday-Friday full-time care for my 5 month old son. I didn't know anyone in the area, so I was worried about finding someone experienced and dependable. Debra was all of those things, and more! Upon meeting her in person, I didn't have one...

- Natilee H.

Lydia H.

5.0

Lydia was great with our son! She was very responsible, friendly, and creative with play ideas.

- Laura W.

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