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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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Care Provider

Richmond, VA

5.0(0)
from
$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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Experienced Postpartum Doula (day/night Shift)- Nanny FT/PT

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
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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Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
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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Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
personal care
respite 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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Senior Care Provider

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
respite care
visiting nurse
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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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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$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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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
1 year experience
I thrive on fostering children's growth and development, which lead to the work in my field as a registered behavioral technician. As an RBT, I hold a specialized set of skills including behavior management, social skill development and emotional regulation that allows me to provide compassionate and supportive child care. I...
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Children are the Greatest

Richmond, VA

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$13/hr
6 years experience
I enjoy children and all the joy and wonder that they possess. I have experience volunteering with physically and mentally disabled children. I believe that it is important to encourage independence, accountability, individuality, and creativity in all children.
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Richmond, VA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I have a bachelors degree in psychology and am currently in the Masters of Social Work program at VCU. I was a trained registered behavior technician facilitating applied behavior analysis therapy with kids for eight months after I graduated, worked as an instructional assistant in an emotional disability classroom for a year,...
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College Student

Richmond, VA

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! My name is Rachel, I'm 20 years old, and I'm a sophomore at Shenandoah University. My major is music therapy with a minor in psychology. I've had experience with children and adults with special needs through music camps, chimers, and a music therapy clinic. I'm a honest, hardworking person, a very safe driver,...
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Richmond, VA

1.0(0)
from
$14/hr
10 years experience
Work at Chesterfield County Public schools will special needs students. I'm very experienced with working with all types of children.
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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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$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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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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  • 92 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

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

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.1

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Richmond, VA are rated 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 93 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.

Cierra H.

Cierra was a great fit for our family, we were sad to see her go!

- Ryan D.

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.

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