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Tahnee S.'s Photo

Newport News, VA

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$30/hr
1 year experience
I have a one year experience with working a special need child, I enjoyed working with him and his family.
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Helping Those In Need

Newport News, VA

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I am a compassionate caregiver with over 24 years of lived experience supporting an individual with autism, as well as professional experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). My background includes providing personal care, assisting with daily living activities, monitoring health and safety, and offering patient,...
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CNA

Fort Monroe, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Live-in home care
personal care
respite care
hospice services
dementia
15 yrs experience with caring for aging seniors and those with a disability and with special needs. I have worked both in short and long care facility, Memory care, nursing homes, Hospice and respite care. I have care experience with those who have Dementia and Autism.
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Newport News, VA

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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I take pride in having 30 years experience in the Care giving field. I am highly skilled in assisting diverse individuals, including individuals with Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Developmental and Developmental Disabilities, and serious Mental Illness - with personal care, home care, activities of daily living, living skills,...
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Fun And Caring Sitter!

Newport News, VA

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$14/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Swimming Supervision and Crafts. I have multiple years of working with children and adults with special needs and am currently in college for special education. I have all asynchronous classes so I am available to work at almost all times!
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Loving And Patient Caregiver

Newport News, VA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
My experience is vast over the last 25 years as a caregiver. I have experience working with disabled youth as well as adults in many different settings from respite, education and day support services. I have several years experience working as a nanny with children ranging in age from newborn to 7 years of age. I have worked...
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Brooke P.'s Photo

Hampton, VA

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$12/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
From a young age, I have been passionate about nurturing children's growth. My four years of experience caring for children aged 0-11, including infants and toddlers, have only strengthened this passion. I have some college experience and am comfortable caring for up to two children at a time. In previous babysitting roles, I...
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Marissa D.'s Photo

Hampton, VA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Nurturing a child's development is my greatest passion, and I am dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of the families I support. With three years of experience caring for children ages one through 12, I bring a patient, calm, and creative approach to every session. I hold both CPR Training and First Aid and RBT...
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Cynthia A.'s Photo

Fort Eustis, VA

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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
SUMMER AVAILABILITY. Currently a Special Education Assistant where I support children with special needs. Previously, while oversees, I was a long term substistute wherein I planned, organized, and presented lesson plans in whole and small groups compatible with the school and system-wide curricular goals. I planned and created...
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Special Needs

Williamsburg, VA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have several years of experience working in Speech Therapy and Counseling. I have experience with teaching articulation, language and oral motor therapy. I also have experience teaching and tutoring students with learning disabilities.
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Bailey S.'s Photo

Chesapeake, VA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Bailey. I love children and I have a lot of experience with caring for them. I have a 11-year-old daughter myself. I have a baby and toddler-safe home that I am more than willing to share. I have previous experience with special needs children as well. I can take them on trips to the zoo, the beach, things like...
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Jessica H.'s Photo

Chesapeake, VA

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$16/hr
4 years experience
My experience is varied but has focused mostly on ADHD and autism. I have also done some work with Downs Syndrome, Cerebral Palsey, intellectual delay, behavioral issues and trauma. I'm very family with food and environmental allergies. In addition to this have training in behavioral therapy, autism, CPR and more.
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Denise G.'s Photo

Williamsburg, VA

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm a calm, patient caregiver and mother of special-needs children. Through parenting and collaboration with occupational, speech, and special education therapists, I've gained hands-on experience supporting children with diverse developmental needs. I've completed Virginia's required childcare training, passed all state...
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Daisy J.'s Photo

Dendron, VA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello my name is Daisy. I am a retired social worker of 25 years. I'm also a former residential home provider for individuals with disabilities/special needs. I would love to assist your love one as needed. You will not disappointed.
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Wendy B.'s Photo

Hampton, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
I'm Wendy Osbourne with 25 plus years of nanny experience, including working with military families and children with special needs. I'm certified in First Aid, CPR, Crisis Intervention, med certified, food handling, and CCYH. I care for all ages and support daily routines, learning, and development. Families describe me as...
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Wilma K.'s Photo

Newport News, VA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I am Wilma and I am 31-year-old I have experience with autistic kids, cerebral palsy and ADHD. I am very patient, warm and lots of attention. Very creative: arts and crafts Dancing and always up to an adventure to engage the kids.
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Caring For Your Family Like Family

Hampton, VA

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
respite care
live-in home care
dementia
Hi, I am here to help with your Child care, Senior care and Special needs. A little bit about myself, I work full time Monday-Friday's with individuals with disabilities. Working with this population has allowed plenty of experience in areas to include, health and safety and leisure activities. I have completed several...
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Doreen B.'s Photo

Newport News, VA

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$20/hr
30 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Nurturing children comes naturally to me, and I've spent the last 30 years watching them learn and grow. My goal is to positively impact each child's life while providing families with reliable care. I'm patient, calm, friendly, and approachable. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules. I enjoy playing board games,...
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Part Time Care-giver

Suffolk, VA

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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a blessed mom of 3. I was a teacher then married a navy man and traveled the world for a few years. We became foster/adoptive parents until my hands were full. I home schooled my kids for 5 years. Now that my kids are more independent, I'm looking to get back serving my community. I have a tender heart towards elderly,...
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Yamiesse L.'s Photo

Newport News, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
personal care
transportation
errands
+ 1 more
Making a real difference is what drives me as a companion/home healthcare provider. I've been dedicated to supporting adults, seniors and special needs children assisting with maintaining their independence and well being for 15+ years. My professional and personal hands on experience, makes me a well rounded provider with...
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