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Chelsea D.

Nanny

Rapidan, VA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have nursing school experience so I can handle your sick kiddos and also children with special needs!
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Experience With Paraplegic

Orange, VA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience
Over 11 years experience with paraplegic MS patient. Feeding bathing urology needs( pelvic catheterization) range motion, transferring. Changing. Personal grooming.

Tanya R. says "Compassionate, thoughtful, professional"

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Experienced Sitter/Nanny

Orange, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I have my own vehicle; I would be willing to use. I have worked in preschools, public school systems, a boarding school, adult day programs, done some pet sitting, worked with adults and children with special needs, nannied, babysat and have...
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Certified Nursing Assistant

Culpeper, VA

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$13/hr
10 years experience
I have been a caregiver to the elderly children and special needs for over 15 years. I have been in my current position for 12 years. I enjoy helping people and that's why I do what I do.
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Orange, VA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Respite care
light cleaning
home modification
I have been caring for people in various capacities for over 20 years. The majority of my career has been working with those with special needs. Of those with special needs that I work with most are autistic. I have worked in a variety of settings including in home, schools (elementary and middle), group home and in office...
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Working With Children Is My Passion!

Orange, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
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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Culpeper, VA

3.9(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hey there! I'm Bailey a 24-year-old college student. I am a new mom and I currently go to school online 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...

Care Member says "Bailey is an amazing babysitter and is very kind, trustworthy, and responsible."

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Hi, I'm Alexandra!

Orange, VA

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$18/hr
12 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have babysat for over 12 years, and I have a 4-year-old daughter of my own. I have experience with all ages, as well as children with special needs. I'd describe my personality as patient, outgoing, caring I started working with kids when I was 10, and started babysitting when I was 12
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$17/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am at a point in my life where I get to work to care for individuals who otherwise may not be able to independently. I began my work in the US Army. I then entered into home health care, end of life care, and assisting those I could. My desire is to work according to a plan that works for my client's well-being and personal...
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Madison, VA

3.7(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I have a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health and over 10 years of experience working with children and youth. I am very comfortable working with infants and toddlers, teens and special needs children, including neurodivergent kiddos. I love working with youth! I especially love outdoor adventuring, imagination, arts...

Care Member says "Eli is absolutely fantastic! Our children are autistic and she has all of the skills and experience to make them feel at ease. We would hire her again...

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Madison, VA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
4 years experience
I have worked in group homes for youth aged 12-18 years old, specifically with mental health and behavioral issues. I have also nannied an autistic child for about 3 years on and off.
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Locust Grove, VA

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$15/hr
Loving and caring mommy of a 7-year-old, 5-year-old and 8-month-old. I have worked at a Pediatric clinic which helped me gain experience with children. I am very understanding and willing to accommodate to any special needs or requests. Hoping to entertain and help your little one with the good care they deserve. Special needs...
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Caregiver

Locust Grove, VA

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Mother of 3. Experienced with caring for family members of my own with disabilities or illnesses. Caregiving with love is key!
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Fun Sitter

Boston, VA

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$11/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I've worked with special needs children of all types. My mother ran a baby sitting service out of our house & I helped her with that as well. I'm CPR & First Aid certified. I've babysat for friends & family all of my life. I'm 100% comfortable with children ranging from new born to preteen. I love children & I believe your...
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Remington, VA

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$23/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
From a young age, I've known that working with children is my calling. For 20 years, I've had the joy of caring for children aged newborn to 11 years old as well as special need children. My days are filled with laughter and creativity. I love to craft, play outdoor sports, and challenge young minds with board games and puzzles....
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Gordonsville, VA

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Transportation
respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
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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Gordonsville, VA

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Faith and I'm 19 years old. I've been working with children for as long as I can remember and even have a 6-year-old brother at home that I help with often! I've been working with children and adults with special needs for about 2 years now! Im looking for a little extra work because I'm 29 weeks pregnant...
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I Am A Very Fun And Loveblel Person,

Madison, VA

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$44/hr
3 years experience
Hello, I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person with me your Children will receive appropriate care, and I am willing to do additional other task is requested.
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Child Care

Barboursville, VA

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have experience with working with children from infant to teenage years. I also have in depth experience for children with special needs
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Loving Full-time Or Part-time Caregiver

Locust Grove, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
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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  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of February 2026

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Rapidan, VA

Special Needs Caregivers in Rapidan, VA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 26 listed special needs caregivers

Lynne V.

Compassionate, thoughtful, professional

- Tanya R.

Bailey P.

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

- Care member

Elizabeth E.

Eli is absolutely fantastic! Our children are autistic and she has all of the skills and experience to make them feel at ease. We would hire...

- Care member

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