First, I have an M.Ed. from the University of Virginia, with a focus on children with disabilities. References, police, and a clear CPS background report are available. I am a fun-loving, easy-going, and active caretaker specifically trained to work with special needs, including ASD, Tourette, ADHD, and similar disabilities. ABA trained, and the father of a child with comparable disabilities who is now a successful adult. Most kids love me and are willing to dive in and have fun. My daughter is a lawyer and teaches ethics, and I am especially adept at taking kids out to the mall, local airport, commuter train to the D.C. museums, or Richmond. I have a commercial CDL with a student endorsement, and we go anywhere we can practice calming and behavior, and have fun in various environments. Swimming pools and lakes are incredibly attractive to kids with ASD and extremely dangerous since most can't swim. I specialize in providing survival swimming at the local YMCA. ( I have a membership, and the crew at Massad Stafford YMCA knows me. I have been active as a Big Brother mentor for almost 14 years, giving back to my community. I love electronics, gadgets, elephants, the Mars Rover, the landscape of Venus, and everything about the James Webb Telescope. Many kids love this stuff, too. Some kids can make their bed with help, and afterward, we can grill a cheese sandwich, read a picture book, or watch a video... but not all day! I have cared for a 7-year-old with comorbidities for almost four years and helped potty-train him. BTW, I currently teach middle school reading, am rarely grouchy, and, as a Gemini, remain in touch with my inner child forever. I have extensive experience helping kids with autism and related needs; I might be able to give you a break from the routine without breaking your budget.

Hi my name is Sarah! I graduated high school in 2022 and I am studying Early Childhood Education and Special Education through online courses with GCU. Creating a safe and fun environment for children to grow and learn is my passion. I am currently a full time toddler teacher at a daycare. I have babysat for 6+ years, taught toddlers and infants for 3 years, and assisted in the Louisa County Public School system my junior and senior year. I have 5+ years of experience with children ranging in age from infant-13yrs. As well as experience working with children with speech delays, developmental delays, Autism, Aproxia of Speech, ADHD, ADD, etc. I also have my own reliable transportation as well as a clean driving record. I am a certified teacher and paraprofessional. I have First Aid and CPR certification (including infant/children). I am also MAT (medication administration) and Safe Sleep Certified. I have passed background checks, fingerprints, and many other childcare courses required by the state of Virginia for childcare. I am willing to share a list of references and proof of certifications upon request. I am also happy to meet you and your family prior to booking to confirm I am a good fit for your family. My services include (but are not limited to) Housekeeping (laundry, dishes, organizing, cleaning, errands, etc), Childcare, Infant care, Senior care, pet care, House/Pet sitting, Nannying, Homework help and tutoring. Thank you! :)

Hi! My name is Samantha (prefer, Samie), and I am currently a senior at James Madison University majoring in Social Work with a minor in Family Studies, with a focus in Family Ecology. I have over two years of experience working in daycare settings in both Richmond and Harrisonburg, where I cared for children ranging from infants to 5 years old. Since January, I have also been babysitting for a family with children between the ages of 1 and 7. I am CPR certified, have reliable transportation, and am currently completing an internship with DSS in Harrisonburg, VA. I will be available for summer babysitting beginning June 8!

Hi, I’m Helena and have been in childcare field since May 1998 at Maryland in the Potomac area. I have had to opportunity to look after wonderful children from 2 weeks old and above. God has been so wonderful to me that all these beautiful kids have grown up nicely and some even in the Medical School. I have never had any problem with any of the parents I worked and you can verify from some of my references. Thanks and I can do the work if given the opportunity

Let me introduce myself: my name is Yessenia. I am 38 years old. I enjoy doing babysitting and seniors care . and I am available at any time and on any day. I like animals and working with them. I also work as household assistant and can cook clean and run errands. I love being babysitting .