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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Yorktown, VA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
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My name is Dora, I believe I'm suitable for this job because I have a medical background. I have a Medical Assistant Diploma and I am a Certified Billing and Coding Specialist, I've been working as a caregiver for 14 years in a home/senior home for senior care. Also as a caregiver for people with special needs, such as Down...
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"Dora worked for me caring for my mother for about 6 months. I cannot say enough good things about her! She is trustworthy and conscientious; she truly cares for the elderly person she is assisting. She would...
Reviewed by Jessica D.
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I have been a nurse for 10+ years and most of my work has been with elderly, pediatric, and special needs families. I myself have a grandfather who is 100 years old, and want nothing but the best for him. I may not be able to help care for him (since he is out of state with my parents) but I can help care for your loved ones. I...
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"Heather was an absolute gift from the Lord to my family in the final weeks of our Mother's care. We needed her nursing skills, her heart and compassion for those in her care, and her genuine kindness in our...
Reviewed by Ann S.
Heather D.
Yorktown, VA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Provide Special Families With Special Care Sprinkled With Fun!
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I absolutely love working with all children, as well as the elderly. My whole life has been spent working in special needs classrooms, hospitals, doctors offices, and patients homes (providing hospice and respite care). I love teaching all subjects, and continue to broaden my knowledge daily. I home-schooled all three of my...
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I've been a nanny for over 10 years working with children of all ages. My husband and I moved here from Sacramento 3 years ago to maintain a consistent relationship with my stepdaughter who is 8. My main passion is portrait photography. I also love to do gardening in my yard, light hiking, and camping. Growing up, I had a...
Tamra S.
Yorktown, VA
$11-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I currently teach kindergarten and 1st grade and have experience with special needs.
I also previously worked as a home health aide and have a minor in Gerontology and work extensively with individuals with Alzheimer's.
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I am an LVN/LPN. I graduated nursing school in 2010. I absolutely love working with all children, as well as the elderly. My whole life has been spent working in special needs classrooms, hospitals, doctors offices, and patients homes (providing hospice and respite care). I love teaching all subjects, and continue to broaden my...
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Hello! My name is Caseylynn. I am 28 years old and a mother of 3 girls. They are ages 8, 6, & 4. Before I had children of my own I was a babysitter/nanny. I have experience with all ages and even special needs children! Now that my older two girls are in school I just have my 4-year-old at home with me. I am looking for a nanny...
Joi C.
Yorktown, VA
$27/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, My Name Is Joi I'm 20 Years Old. I Hold A Certification In CPR/BLS.
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I hold a certification in CPR/BLS and have experience in housekeeping and cooking. Additionally, I have worked with special needs children. I am currently offering in-home care services, including housekeeping and cooking. Please note that I do not provide transportation. My availability is flexible, and we can discuss pay rates...
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I have watched infants toddlers and kindergarten kids .
I would say I have a very normal
and healthy instinct.
I can drop your Kids off or pick them up ( as long as the safety car seat is provided) .
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"Christina watched my special needs teenage daughter for me and was absolutely phenomenal with her. My daughter is non verbal but Christina was so nurturing and kind and they connected right away and she made my...
Reviewed by Angela S.
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I am the oldest of 5 kids. Since I was 4 years old I have been helping take care of my siblings and cousins. I have taken care of children with special needs. I have cared for infants as young as 6 weeks and children around the age of 14 years old. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have also worked in a daycare as well
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"Ella has been amazing with our 6 year old son. He is very shy around new people and she was able to quickly bring him out of his shell. She has been getting him ready for and taking him to school for the past 4...
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Hello! I have over 5 years of experience (volunteer and paid) looking after children and adults with varying disabilities. I also know basic sign language (such as sit, eat, wait, thank you, etc.). I have experience with in-home care and in community settings with individuals and groups! I know how important experience and trust...
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"Kayla is wonderful with the Special Needs population. She is kind and caring, but additionally she is dependable, creative, energetic, honest, and takes initiative. Kayla follows instructions, asks good...
Reviewed by Jean R.
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I have several years in assistance with Special needs patients. I'm Caring, Compassionate, and willing to learn your way of attending your loved one.
My extensive background includes, working in healthcare, and pharmacy.
I assist with daily ADL's Bathing, Dressing, Feeding. I also, do light meals, Dr. visits, errands, etc.
Betsy N.
Williamsburg, VA
$20-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Creative, and experienced. I am a mother to 9, and a grandmother to 3. I have over 30 years experience caring for children. I have special needs children which means I have a lot of experience with special needs kids.
I love crafting with children. I love to help a child learn and create.
I love to cook and have been doing so...
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"Betsy has been the most wonderful asset to our family! She watched over my son from 11 months-23months 5 days a week within my home while I work and sometimes my 9-year-old when school is out for a holiday....
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Zaire W.
Newport News, VA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hello! I go by Zai since it is a little easier for the kiddos to start with! I am a former preschool teacher, with the experience of caring for children between the ages of infancy to age 6. In the few years, I have gained the knowledge of Reggio Emilia teachings as well as Montessori. I am also certified to work with children...
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"Loved having Zaire babysit for us! She was punctual, attentive, and sweet to my 7 month old daughter. She kept an helpful log of bottles/diaper changes/ nap time on our white board for an easy transition after...
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Deon S.
Newport News, VA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Dedicated compassionate, reliable, caring caregiver with 15 years of experience working with patients committed to overall patient well-being and help through personal care and energetic engagement skilled in assisting patients with daily living
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"Deon could not schedule to work with 100 year old mother, but she did give a lead for someone else. She was very nice about it. We wanted to hire her."
Reviewed by Kevin G.
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Hi, I'm Olivia! I'm a 21y/o senior at James Madison University studying communication sciences and disorders. I hope to work as a pediatric speech pathologist in the future. I love working with kids in any way that I can. I have over four years of experience at a professional daycare under the Riverside Health System and...
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"Olivia is a fantastic nanny who goes above and beyond what is asked of her. She was always on time (if not early), was terrific with our daughter, cared for our dog, and cleaned up the house even when we didn't...
Reviewed by Guy M.
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I've worked with kids, special needs and older adults for many years. I love helping people day to day and creating a family feeling with my care. I'd love to meet you and your loved ones.
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I'm an energetic, loving fun person who will do anything to make a child smile. I have worked with children for about 4 years now, and I do have some experience with special needs, and I'm also good with pets of all kind.
Hannah K.
Williamsburg, VA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have worked with special needs ranging from autism to ADHD and other learning disabilities. I also have experience working with disabled adults, including wheelchair-bound individuals.
Cynthia A.
Fort Eustis, VA
$15-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I was employed and later, transitioned to substitute teacher. 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 activities keeping students motivated, engaged and focused.
Prior to Korea (2010 thru 2015), while in...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Yorktown, VA
Dora E.
5.0
Unfortunately, we only got to work with Dora for two weeks due to my MIL's declining health, but she was great during that time. She was dependable, flexible and detail oriented. She gave us thorough updates each day on my MIL's health, eating, sleeping, meds, etc. We wish we could have kept her...
- Ashley H.
Heather D.
5.0
Heather assisted in my husbands care for about a year and a half. Her caring nature, sense of humor, ability to problem solve issues was amazing during a difficult time. Heather is a dependable trustworthy person who give quality care-giving. My husband needs were great, and she exceeded all of...
- Julie B.
Christina C.
5.0
Christina watched my special needs teenage daughter for me and was absolutely phenomenal with her. My daughter is non verbal but Christina was so nurturing and kind and they connected right away and she made my daughter feel so safe. My daughter loved her so much she would be sad when she would...
- Angela S.
Ella-marie C.
5.0
It’s rare that I come home and find my 3 year old asleep on time and Ella even cleaned up the dishes I left from last night.
- Care member
Kayla B.
5.0
Kayla is wonderful with the Special Needs population. She is kind and caring, but additionally she is dependable, creative, energetic, honest, and takes initiative. Kayla follows instructions, asks good questions, and is a good communicator. I trust her completely with my family member.
- Jean R.
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Ratings for Yorktown, VA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Yorktown, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.