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Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a Virginia native living in Richmond. I am professional, knowledgeable, widly experienced, reliable, and passionate about providing compassionate and individualized care to my clients. My schedule is flexible, my preference is part time or short term opportunities. While I am comfortable with all ages, I am not a nanny and...

Megan L. says "I absolutely cannot say enough wonder things about Sue! From the first point of contact all the way through my surgery she has been amazing from the start....

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Care Provider

Richmond, VA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have worked with special needs individuals, Tova trained, CPR, medication certified, and fully vaccinated. Certified CNA
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Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, My name is Cilicia everyone calls me CC it's not just my nickname it's also easier to remember and pronounce. I am 27 years old. I've been working with children my entire life whether it was with my six younger siblings or working in Child Care. I also have a cousin on the spectrum with autism that I work with weekly. I'm...

Sydney K. says "CC was great with my toddlers and had them in bed right on time. She also picked up and folded laundry after they went to bed. So nice to come home to...

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Sue Z.'s Photo

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Respite care
hospice services
dementia
personal care
light cleaning
I am a Virginia native living primarily in Richmond. I am professional, knowledgeable, widely experienced, reliable, and passionate about providing compassionate and individualized care to my clients. My schedule is flexible, my preference is part time or short term opportunities. While I am comfortable with all ages, I am not a...

Al S. says "Sue was fantastic. On time, great conversationalist, and you can tell she really loves what she does. I would highly recommend her to anyone. "

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Part-time Special Needs Caregiver Available

Richmond, VA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Hi my name is Glendora and I am a special needs bus driver for HCPS. I've been transporting elementary and high school students with Autism, Speech delays, mobility challenges, developmental delays, social and emotional delays for 5. 5 years. I also help care for my granddaughter who has health and developmental delays as well....
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Caregiver For Those With Special Needs

Richmond, VA

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$13/hr
10 years experience
I am an RN and have been since 1990. I also have children with special needs. One has epilepsy and the other has MD. I have worked with my own children and those of others as a nurse.
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Experience With Special Needs Adults And Children, Child Care With Nanny Experience. Over 18 Years.

Richmond, VA

1.0(0)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 18 years of experience working in the medical field and child care and mental health field.
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Special Needs In Richmond

Richmond, VA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am experienced with infants through early adulthood, mostly with Autism, but I am willing and able to learn other assistance. I am very reliable, calm and happy in my work. Please feel free to contact me to discuss your needs.
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Richmond, VA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I currently work for a company that offers services for adults with disabilities. I have experience working with young adults with ID/DD and enjoy my job. I have a passion for helping those around me and want to continue in my field pursuing further educational goals.
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New To Roanoke Area

Richmond, VA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Hello my name is Nikki and recently moved to Roanoke area. Have taken care of children and adults with some special needs. I am very patient and learn fast. I would love to see if we would be a good match. Maybe I can help make your life a tad easier without worrying about your loved one. I would treat them as my own loved ones.
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A Heart For Others.

Richmond, VA

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$50/hr
10 years experience
Being a Registered Nurse (RN) has further enhanced my clinical skills such as tracheostomy & Ventilation, kangaroo feeding pump, IV therapy & Insertion, cough assistance, BiPap & CPAP machines, as well as quick critical thinking, enabling me to proactively address potential health concerns and provide a higher level of care....
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Enthusiastic Professsional With 10 Years Of Experience

Richmond, VA

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Amy and I am excited for the opportunity to work for your family! I have 10 years of experience working with children ranging from infants to 17. During this time I have had the pleasure working with children who have Williams Syndrome, ADHD, Autism, and Down syndome. I have experience with meal preparation and...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Richmond, VA

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$13/hr
1 year experience
I do not have much experience with special needs children, other than when I used to work at the daycare in a nearby mall, sometimes some special needs children would come in and play for a few hours. I would like to work with special needs children because it is a positive learning experience and I like to help those that are...
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Richmond, VA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Hello, my name is Laurel! In 2018 I graduated Stevenson University with my bachelor's in Psychology. In 2012 I had my first job taking care of children ages 0-5 in my Church's nursery. In 2018 I started work as an applied behavioral analyst with neurodiverse children from ages 2-8 years. I worked for The Shaffer Center, and then...
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Richmond, VA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I am conscientious, responsible, and caring. I am an empathetic person and I have experience volunteering in a residential care home in Richmond, working with adults and children with disabilities, and my master's degree in special education. I would love to be able to help you with anything you or your family needs and I...
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Evening And Summer Sitter

Richmond, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
It's that time of year again where the school year is coming to an end and the kiddos are getting excited for the summer! As a teacher, I get just as excited as my students for summer, but then find myself missing them and a normal schedule. I'm finishing up my 3rd year of teaching as a special needs middle school science...
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Richmond, VA

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Hi! My name is Chyna, and I'm a caring, patient, and compassionate RBT with over 5 years of experience working with children, including children with autism and behavioral health needs. I have experience working in ABA, private nannying, group home settings, and residential care. I truly believe every child deserves to feel...
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Richmond, VA

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$17/hr
I am willing to help anyone. I love to care for kids, adults and seniors. I can read to kids, feed them, adults we can play games, and seniors we can chat or go for a walk. Let me know what your needs are and I can help out
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Richmond, VA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Hello. My name is Henry. My primary background is in working with youth and young adults (13-24) experiencing homelessness. In my 8 years in that field, I worked with folks pertaining job readiness, tutoring and teaching, disability, emotional regulation, social skills, self advocacy, and more. After a life changing accident...
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Richmond, VA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have a relative that has an autistic child and he is a very special child. He has some special needs that need to be attended to a little longer than an average child, but it has become such a major part of his development that it is just like getting up and putting your clothes on and it has to be done. Also, I am experienced...
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  • 92 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $19.00/hr as of November 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 3.8

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Richmond, VA are rated 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 92 listed special needs caregivers

Sue Z.

I absolutely cannot say enough wonder things about Sue! From the first point of contact all the way through my surgery she has been amazing...

- Megan L.

Cilicia D.

CC was great with my toddlers and had them in bed right on time. She also picked up and folded laundry after they went to bed. So nice to...

- Sydney K.

Sue Z.

Sue was fantastic. On time, great conversationalist, and you can tell she really loves what she does. I would highly recommend her to...

- Al S.

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