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Justine O.

Seasonal Care Provider For Special Needs Individuals

Richmond, VA

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi my name is Justine and I currently work in special education. I have worked with individuals with disabilities since the age of 12 and have many different experiences. Some of these include private tutor, camp counselor, attendant/care taker, teacher, sports coach, and mentor. I am looking for occasional care taking in the...
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Sue Z.

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$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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Rachel B.

Fun And Compassionate Caregiver

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Rae I am a 27-year-old caregiver looking for a family to help. I have been doing childcare for about 9 years and started working with disabled kids about 5 years ago. I have experience with kids of all ages and abilities. I am compassionate, knowledgeable of disabilities, hardworking, and fun for kids. I will...

Andrea L. says "I am a Physical Therapist. I got to work along Rea with a family we know. She takes amazing care of the kids in which she is hired. She truly loves her...

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Nicole R.

Care Provider

Richmond, VA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 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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Lisa H.

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
30 years experience·
Hired by 29 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Studied developmental psychology/child development at NYU and later got certified to teach Pre-K and Kindergarten. I ran a small nursery school and after school program in Maryland for over 20 years and have worked as a nanny in Richmond for about 10 years. I am very experienced and work with all ages from newborn to young...

Hannah M. says "Lisa was wonderful to work with! We hired her when coming to town for a wedding. The kids were well cared for and our 4 year old told me he had fun! Lisa...

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April R.

Part-Time Sitter With Lots Of Experience!

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Hi, My name is April, I'm 38 years old but I have a lifetime of childcare experience! I am somewhat new to the Richmond area and looking to meet new families to assist in childcare! A little about me... Growing up my mother worked as a home daycare provider, so I learned how to take care of children at a very young age. Children...

Florcita Q. says "April has watched my four children, one of which has autism. She has been extremely dependable and works really well with my special needs child. She's...

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Katherine H.

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Katie! I have 8 years of babysitting experience and have spent the past 3 spring/summers as a nanny. I have experience babysitting kids ages 1 month-13 years, up to 4 kids at a time, and working with kids with special needs! I'm Red Cross certified in babysitting, adult/pediatric/infant First Aid, CPR, and AED. Some...

Camille A. says "I hired Katie to babysit on short notice my 9 month old baby who hasn't had a babysitter before. She arrived on time and was wonderful with him. In the...

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Cierra H.

Experienced Postpartum Doula (day/night Shift)- Nanny FT/PT

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
I am an Overnight Postpartum doula specializing in emotion and physical support for moms, parents and their families. I also have experience with special needs, respite and childcare. I have worked at a private school setting where I provided care for Pre- k all the way up to school age children. My duties included but were not...

Ryan D. says "Cierra was a great fit for our family, we were sad to see her go! "

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Gabriela O.

Dependable, Reliable And Affordable Childcare In And Around The Richmond Area

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
Mom of twins twice! I am a mom of four, two 8-year-old boys and two 3-year-old boys. In addition to over 17 years of experience in teaching and working with children in a Montessori classroom, I have also been a Vice Principal and have been responsible for creating the education curriculum for children ages 2-6. I have a...

Rahsan K. says "She is very good with kids,loves playing with them,helps them with their homework a.i have 3 boys and a girl.and their ages are very close to each...

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Anne M.

Versatile Household Employee

Richmond, VA

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Annie and I have been in the household employee field for around 13 years now! I have many years of experience with children of all ages; youngest being a day old to teenagers. I have worked with children who have special needs and children on the spectrum. I do have over 60 hours in childcare trainings, have attended...

Shawn B. says "Anne was very professional. Her resume was extensive and thorough with her employment history in regards to child care. Her numerous letters of...

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Cilicia D.

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
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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Jennifer M.

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
FT M-F Nanny accepting occasional Saturday babysitting gigs. Hi! I am a Mom of 2 grown girls, a retired Registered Nurse of 35 years with a concentration in pediatrics (8 years in NICU), CPR certified and have my own available transportation. I am currently working M-F as a FT Nanny for 2 children: a 5-year-old boy and a...

Care Member says "Nanny Jen was fantastic with our 4 month old daughter! This was our first time leaving our child with someone who isn’t family and definitely felt...

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Sue Z.

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
respite care
light cleaning
personal care
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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Elizabeth P.

Senior Care Provider

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
visiting nurse
personal care
respite care
I am skilled in specialized cases including hospice and will accept $25-30/hour for those case types. I am a licensed CNA. I am CPR and First Aid certified as well. I have a registered medication aide certification with insulin module. I have a B. S N. in Public Health/Healthcare Management and pursuing my master's degree. I...

Jann A. says "Elizabeth worked as a caregiver for me for approx 10 weeks, part time, on a temporary assignment. She cared for my 88 year old mother, on weekend nights,...

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Pam R.

Senior Care

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Dementia
meal prep
companionship
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
Home Care for Seniors. Specialize in bathing, dressing, medication reminders, transportation to appointments and light house keeping. Experience in the hospital, nursing home facilities and private homes. Over the years, I have helped clients diagnosed with Dementia and Alzheimer's, Parkinson's Disease, Strokes, Heart Failure,...

Carol M. says "Pam is exceptional. She is a very caring, knowledgeable, and professional caregiver who loves her work. Pam's years of experience and attention to detail...

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Virginia F.

Caregiver For Those With Special Needs

Richmond, VA

from
$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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Jamie C.

Special Needs Nanny

Richmond, VA

from
$13/hr
3 years experience
For the past two and a half years I have worked with a little girl with autism. My duties included, but were not limited to, picking her up from school, taking her to therapy and doctor appointments, helping her with homework, bathing and feeding her, helping with potty training, and managing her medicine while I was there. I...
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Glendora L.

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver Available

Richmond, VA

from
$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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Ann R.

Fun, Patient And Dedicated Nanny/sitter With Specialty To Families With Special Needs

Richmond, VA

from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 10 years of experience working diverse families with a variety of needs. I am a licensed master social worker looking to support families with child care and specialize in assisting children with special needs especially developmental delays. My passion is working with infants to school age children and I have past...
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Vanielle M.

Experience With Special Needs Adults And Children, Child Care With Nanny Experience. Over 18 Years.

Richmond, VA

1.0(0)
from
$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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  • 101 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.14/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.5

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Richmond, VA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 81 reviews of the 101 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.

Rachel B.

I am a Physical Therapist. I got to work along Rea with a family we know. She takes amazing care of the kids in which she is hired. She...

- Andrea L.

Lisa H.

Lisa was wonderful to work with! We hired her when coming to town for a wedding. The kids were well cared for and our 4 year old told me he...

- Hannah M.

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