I recently left my career in nonprofit fundraising and moved to Richmond from Northern VA. Now that I'm here I'm able to slow down a bit and do something that is personally fulfilling. I'm looking for a family that I connect with and with whom our styles mesh. I am a single mom with 2 kids (17, at Radford, and 15, a sophomore in high school) and they are happy well-adjusted teens. I have a lifetime of experience caring for others. My older sister is special needs, and in my family everyone pitches in so I was raised to help care for her. As a teen, I spent Sundays at the church, volunteering in the infant care room. My first real first babysitting job when I was 12, and it is what I continued to do to earn money as a teen and throughout college. My passions have always been kids and animals, caring for them is what I love to do. You'll find I'm helpful, flexible, responsible, and your children will feel safe with me. I am happy to provide character or my professional references. I look forward to hearing from you! Kindly, Liz (Amy Elizabeth)

Specialized Care: ADHD, Allergies, Autism, Developmental Challenges, Down Syndrome, Hearing Impairment, Physical Impairment, Visual Impairment

I am providing child care services and light house work. Traveling shouldn’t be an issue. I’ve gained my experience working 9 years at a child development center with children from 6 weeks to the age of 12. That job included diaper changes, making arts and crafts, feeding(pre made food/bottles),outside supervision, and preparing the children of age for their new journey of starting school. I am enrolled as a part time student but giving an early notice I will open my availability to meet your needs. I can provide you with references and can answer any further questions. Thank you for taking interest. I’m looking forward to meeting you and your families.

Specialized Care: ADHD, Allergies

Hi! My name is Laurel and I am a recent nursing grad! I have 7 years of paid babysitting experience and have been a part time nanny for my current family for 2.5 years. I have a passion for working with children and am hoping to work in the pediatric ICU or NICU. I am CPR and BLS certified as well as infant safe sleep trained and have experience with medically complex children as well. I'm waiting to take my NCLEX and looking to pick up extra jobs when I'm not with my other family. I also have a clean driving record and lots of references if needed! Looking forward to hearing from you!

Specialized Care: ADHD, Allergies, Autism, Developmental Challenges, Down Syndrome, Hearing Impairment, Physical Impairment, Visual Impairment

Hello! I am a senior Student Art Teacher at Radford University! As a current teacher at McHarg Elementary and someone who has worked in childcare for years (babysitting, summercamps), I would be incredibly happy to care for your family!

● Demonstrated expertise and knowledge of the family-centered model of service. ● Knowledge of the Social Determinants of Health and services to people with disabilities to include current societal developments concerning their care, education and lifestyles. ● Demonstrated excellent client care when working with children of developmental disabilities/Autism. ● Knowledge of the legislation and regulations of healthcare practices for vulnerable members of the community. ● Maintained competency in conducting social/family assessments using a holistic framework and family-centered approach. ● Delivered appropriate professional/trusting relationship with clients by using learned therapeutic counseling skills. ● Capable of assessing and identifying client risk level and responding appropriately according to client-specific needs. ● Trained in knowledge of service systems specifically for individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, and acquired brain injury.● Proficiency in accessing and developing informal and formal supports or resources, documenting plans and interventions properly, and on time.● Competency in appropriate and positive interpersonal communication skills. ● Proven ability to develop and conduct specialized group interventions and to document outcomes. ● Organized, coordinated, and conducted meetings through interdisciplinary teamwork in order to provide services in the clinical, educational or residential setting of the person with autism spectrum disorder. ● Extensive experience within direct, mediated and consultative models of practice. ● Strong understanding of my own clinical limitations and clinical activities so as to do “no harm.”● Exercised ability to work with minimal supervision as a cooperative team member in a team environment. ● Ability to navigate and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment. ● Advocated new ideas to improve workplace procedures and contributed to work setting that fosters growth, development and innovation. ● Exceptional interpersonal abilities which helped to facilitate and maintain positive and productive working relationships with cultural humility and acute self-awareness. ● Demonstrates and follows ASHA’s code of ethics for future speech and language pathologists which honors willingness to give and receive honest balanced feedback, commits to clinical competence, acts with integrity and respect, and values and commitment to continuous self-growth and professional learning. ● Prioritizes excellent written and verbal communication skills, appropriate professional image, constructive communication, high energy, self-sufficiency, and client-focused care. ● Demonstrated ability to work in a Microsoft Office environment including Microsoft Teams. ● Assisted in facilitating, structuring, and delivering telehealth and in person clinical and case management sessions between therapists, teachers, and students.● Ability to travel and work flexible hours as necessary ● Ability to provide after-hours services or to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed ● Tracked data as it pertains to individual communication goals for students in general education and special education classes. ● Trained in: Mental Health Case Management, Applied Behavior Analysis techniques, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, CPR, First Aide, Medication Management, Trauma Informed Care, American Sign Language. ● Consistently adapted to the changing and demanding autistic environment of the residential group homes and schools. EXPERIENCE SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER’S ASSISTANT/BCBA ASSISTANT/REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN: GRAFTON INTEGRATED HEALTH NETWORK, WINCHESTER VA; OCTOBER 2017-PRESENTTHERAPEUTIC DAY TREATMENT COUNSELOR,AND CASE MANAGER/QUALIFIED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL @ FAMILY PRESERVATION SERVICES; 2015-2016CLASSROOM PROGRAM AIDE/DIRECT CHILDCARE WORKER @ THE BOARD OF CHILD CARE, FALLING WATERS CAMPUS;2013-2014SUBSTITUTE TEACHER FOR 7 YEARS WITH WINCHESTER CITY SCHOOLS (4 MONTH LONG- TERM POSITION) 2007-2015

Specialized Care: ADHD, Allergies, Autism, Developmental Challenges, Down Syndrome, Hearing Impairment, Physical Impairment, Visual Impairment

Hi Family,My name is Megan, and I’m very interested in your nanny position. I recently graduated from Radford University with a degree in Recreational Therapy, and I have several years of childcare experience. I’ve been a nanny for over three years, caring for a boy with high-functioning autism and an eating disorder, and I’ve also worked at adaptive and inclusive recreation camps supporting children with autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, and physical disabilities.I truly love working with kids, whether it’s planning fun activities, heading to the park or pool, or just creating a safe and supportive environment at home. Families I’ve worked with describe me as patient, kind, and dependable. I’d love the opportunity to connect and learn more about your family’s needs.I’d be happy to provide my resume and references upon request. Thank you for your time and consideration!Best, Megan

Specialized Care: ADHD, Allergies, Autism, Developmental Challenges, Down Syndrome, Hearing Impairment, Physical Impairment, Visual Impairment

Hi! My name is Ikeya, but I go by Simone! I’m available Monday–Friday after 2 PM, and I’m available all day on weekends. I’m patient, dependable, and enjoy creating a fun, safe, and supportive environment for children. I love engaging with kids through play, learning activities, and positive interaction while making sure they feel comfortable and cared for. I look forward to helping families and gaining even more childcare experience!If I ever declines an offer it was because I’m far than what I expected.

Specialized Care: Developmental Challenges

Hello my names myla! I’m a nursing student at Radford university and looking to earn some money by babysitting/nannying I love kids and have been a camp counselor and watched my younger siblings and baby cousins all of my life, and would take pride in watching your babies:)

Specialized Care: ADHD, Autism, Developmental Challenges

I’m a freshman studying Elementary Education at Radford University! I have 5 years of babysitting and tutoring experience.

Specialized Care: ADHD, Allergies, Autism, Developmental Challenges

I’m have been working for the YMCA childcare program for over a year working with 5-12 year olds while also babysitting a toddler! I have babysat for other families before that also. I’m happy to take care of multiple kids of different ages and have lots of experience caring for up to 18 kids by myself. I love to do anything crafty and I enjoy playing outside and on the playground where we can make up games! I was CPR and first aid certified when I started at the YMCA, and I have experience with swimming with kids. I graduated with an associates degree in liberal arts and sciences from Virginia Western Community College over the summer, and currently attend Radford University's interior design program.

Specialized Care: ADHD, Allergies, Autism, Developmental Challenges