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Highly Trained And Dedicated Special Needs Teacher.

Petersburg, VA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
I am a full time special education teacher who loves working with people who have disabilities. I am highly trained and have a passion for those with disabilities. I have experience with ASD, LD, SLD, Cognitive Disabilities, Down Syndrome, Emotional Disturbance, and much more. I am always ready to assist and help anyone who...
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Full-time Lead Preschool Teacher Transitioning To Nanny

Petersburg, VA

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$13/hr
4 years experience
I've worked with hundreds of children of all ages as a long-term substitute teacher, a camp counselor/babysitter during summers in college, and most recently as the Lead Teacher for a classroom of 162-year-olds (August 2023 to present). I am now seeking full-time employment as a nanny. I am also interested in tutoring positions...
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Loving And Caring Companion

Petersburg, VA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I'm a creative, kindhearted, and dependable caregiver with hands-on experience in child development, special needs support, and educational enrichment. I'm passionate about building trust, encouraging learning through play, and providing a comforting, consistent presence in children's lives. I naturally adapt to a child's unique...
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Petersburg, VA

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$16/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Sharon T. I have previously worked with an ER doctor and her family . At the time her daughter had been born prematurely at 1. 1lbs. and at 18mos. old needed a special feeding regimen. I also learned a little bit of sign language and raised 2 of my children alongside hers. I have a son in his 20's with...
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Petersburg, VA

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$16/hr
I am a patient, compassionate, and dependable caregiver who enjoys helping others feel safe, comfortable, and supported. I understand that every individual has unique needs, routines, abilities, and ways of communicating, and I am willing to learn and adapt to provide personalized care. I have caregiving experience beginning in...
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Experienced Paraprofessional Seeking For A Part-Time Employment Or Full-Time Summer Employment

Petersburg, VA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have enjoyed educating and caring for children for over 25 years! I currently work as a substitute teacher for the Chesterfield County School District, mostly working with students with special needs. I provide educational support in the absence of special education teachers and general education teachers. My other work was...
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Experienced Babysitter Looking For Summer Work.

Petersburg, VA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
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Hello! I have been working as a social worker for children and families for the past 5 years. I love working with kids and have being able to meet them where they are developmentally, m and emotionally. I have experience working with all ages as well as children and teens with special needs. I also have experience working in a...
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Petersburg, VA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I love working with kids because I love being a mother. I love being involved in their growth and showing them appreciation, care and when needed a good structured routine. I love to get creative! And it's important to me to watch the children learn all the things they are capable of. I am Patient, Attentive, and Creative. I...
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Personal Assistant/Lifestyle Manager

Chester, VA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'm passionate about helping families with balancing their lives. I'm CPR, AED, and first aid certified. I have experience working with seniors, and youth. I have experience supporting people with Parkinson's, autism, and mental and cognitive delays.

Lynn S. says "Very attentive and helpful. Wonderful communicator. Organized and thorough. She helped organize a cluttered apt. and instituted some processes to help the...

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Colonial Heights, VA

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Could you please clarify what type of professional document or content you'd like me to create? For example, are you looking for a professional resume, cover letter, email, report, or something else? Let me know the details so I can assist you better.
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BS In Child Development And Family Living

Chester, VA

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$13/hr
5 years experience
I have 10 years experience working for with children. I worked in foster care for six years and currently I am a Part time child watch associate.
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Colonial Heights, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello, My name is Tisha, I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals with development delays and autism. I have my RBT Aba certification. Take my job very seriously. Love helping people. I will treat your family member as if they were my own.
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Colonial Heights, VA

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$16/hr
4 years experience
I assist with daily living activities including personal care, meal preparation, medication reminders, transportation, and community involvement. I also focus on building life skills, encouraging independence, and creating a structured, supportive environment. I pride myself on being patient, reliable, and attentive, while...
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Personal Care Assistance/Full-Time

Chester, VA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with disabilities and special needs individuals that includes brain and spinal cord injury individuals plus the elderly for over 25 years. I assisted with wheelchair transfer, change catheter and wound care, bathing, dressing, feeding, meal preparation, doctor appointments, errands and light house cleaning.. I...
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Loving & Patient Caregiver

Chester, VA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I have years of experience caring for people with all kinds of disabilities. I was a personal aide from 2017 until 2020 when I finished Lpn school. From there I continued to work in psych, geriatrics, and hospice care. I love forming bonds with all my patients and becoming their friend!
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Super Experienced Childcare

Chester, VA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! I have raised one beautiful daughter and helped raise my three beautiful godchildren , who are now grown. I worked in the corporate world for many years until 2 years ago when I took my first job as a nanny of 3 beautiful girls. It was an amazing. 2-1/2 year experience... and I still see the girls occasionally. I have...

Sherry M. says "Sandy is extremely compassionate toward children and the elderly. She truly desires what is best for them individually. We have literally been friends...

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End Of Life Doula, Elder Care Specialist, Senior Care Consultant, Advance Care Planning, CNA

Chesterfield, VA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Alicia. I am a Certified End-of-Life Doula, Elder Care Specialist, Care Consultant and Advance Care Planning Facilitator. I am certified to work with Dementia and Parkinson's patients and am a Licensed CNA in Virginia. With over 14 years of experience working with Hospice patients and their families, and over three...

Care Member says "Alicia was so thorough and thoughtful when taking care of my elderly father while we were on vacation. He had nothing but amazing things to say about...

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Future Exceptional Education Teacher

Midlothian, VA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello, My name is Anna, and I am a college student that lives in Midlothian, VA. Due to COVID my classes at Longwood University are online, but this gives me a rare opportunity to work while completing my necessary course work. I have worked with children of all ages and abilities. I am currently finishing up my last semester...

Stephen B. says "Anna is such a wonderful child care provider. Patient and loving, our kids are excited to see her again! Would definitely recommend."

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Loving Caregiver

Chesterfield, VA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Bringing joy and comfort to seniors is my calling. With a graduate degree from Germany in nursing and 17 years of experience in senior care, I offer respite care, hospice services, home health, personal care, dementia care, and medical management. My approach involves creating a comfortable environment, and I always follow the...
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Midlothian, VA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hi there! My name is Faith, and I'm a dedicated caregiver with over 7 years of experience working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. I am patient, nurturing and attentive to each child's unique needs and abilities. My background includes working with children with autism, adhd, and sensory processing...
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  • The average posted rate is $18.00/hr as of November 2026

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Loretta M.

Very attentive and helpful. Wonderful communicator. Organized and thorough. She helped organize a cluttered apt. and instituted some...

- Lynn S.

Sandra A.

Sandy is extremely compassionate toward children and the elderly. She truly desires what is best for them individually. We have literally...

- Sherry M.

Alicia P.

Alicia was so thorough and thoughtful when taking care of my elderly father while we were on vacation. He had nothing but amazing things to...

- Care member

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