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Find special needs child care in Akron, OH that you’ll love
60 special needs child care are listed in Akron, OH
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 5 years
Special needs child care in Akron, OH
Kathleen J.
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Was A Nurse At Children's Hospital For 29 Years
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a nurse at a children's hospital in Akron for 29 years. I worked in every unit of the hospital and also worked in the recovery room and outpatient surgery unit. I have taken care of many children with disabilities of all kinds.
5.0
"Hired several times and continue to do so. My kids love her. Great with my daughter who has DS too."
Traci M.
Abby M.
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
$12-29/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working as a behavior therapist/tutor for children with autism since February 2021. My job focuses on many different skills such as educational or life skills. I assist my clients with a variety of everyday tasks in order to increase their independence. I see myself as a positive support system; to cheer clients on...
I have worked with kids with a variety of disabilities. I have experience working with children with intensive behavioral issues, helping kids to deal with the big emotions and learning different coping skills to help them deescalate.
Erin M.
Barberton, OH
$23/hr • 4 yrs exp
Those Companies Who Provide Direct Care Are Callous And Predatory
I worked for a service which I will not name for several years, and I understand the systemic issues. The cost is through the roof and yet the caregivers are not usually the sort of person with whom I'd personally choose for my loved one's care. I am currently caring for a family member, and this allows for me to be available...
I am registered behavioral technician full time! I have about a year of experience in ABA and plan to further my education in the field.
Hello there I am patient hard working and a positive role model . I raised 3 children one the diagnosed with ADD/ADHD at an early age no medication I. Refused to medicate I used a diet plan to help with less sugar in his daily diet it worked great! I worked with kids in high school with disabilities for 3 1/2
Years . I love all...
I am a registered nurse and have my BA in English. I'll be doing graduate school this fall and looking for part time private nursing positions. I managed six group homes for developmentally disabled clients after my first degree in Bloomington Indiana and have been doing private care in nursing the past 10 plus years. I am BLS...
Hi, I am Angela, I'm 31 years old. I am a Independent Provider. I have 5 other clients I see during the week. I am looking for some extra jobs on the side to fill my free time.
Patricia C.
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi I am adaptable, reliable, and patient. I have experience working with people of all ages with disabilities. I believe in promoting independence. I enjoy spending time playing games, reading, crafting, going on adventures, and more.
I have experience caring for children and young and older adults that have MR/DD. I enjoy caring for those that can't care for themselves.
I have a wide range of skills to help bring peace, patience and proven results to your goals.
While teaching pre-k through high school aged children for over 20 years, I simultaneously started BeWildlings. com featuring delicious, shelf-stable meals. I also did elderly care and property management at the same time.
My four...
Ive been working w special needs adults as well as children of course cor quite some time. Between my professional nannying positions ive had ive also worked in the healthcare industry for the past year and a half and I adore that as well. Being a dietary chef to memory care and behavioral units at a nursing facility. I...
Makayla F.
Barberton, OH
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am looking for a position after 12 p.m. I have a very kind and patient personality. I come from a medical background and love working with kids! I'd like to hopefully work with special needs children as a full time job. But it's not really a job if you love what you're doing. And I love being able to be that reliable role...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hygiene care, transfers, catheter care, incontinent care, medication assistance, operate hoyer's and track lifts, feeding, cleaning, cooking, laundry, errands, b/p, care notes, ROM exercises, etc
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have provided care for children of all ages for many years. I also have 4 children of my own. They are 17, 27, 29, and 31 years old. I have experience as a birth and postpartum doula as well.
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Melissa was great! Punctual, flexible, cleaned up dinner dishes, and most of all-our kids liked her! Thanks Melissa. Would definitely hire her again."
Meredith M.
Isabella E.
Kent, OH
$20-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Bella and I have 5 years experience working with school-age kids, pets, and children with special needs. Teaching, engaging and playing are my passions, whether that be with your furry companion or your child.
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, positive and funny.
I'm an environmental science major at Kent...
5.0
"Prompt and knowledgeable on how to care for children with special needs. "
Care member
Vanessa D.
Streetsboro, OH
$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I live in Solon Oh
I have my own vehicle, I'm Brazilian, I'm a nurse in Brazil specializing in special needs.
4 years of volunteer work in nursing homes, support home for children with cancer, down syndrome support home.
I love to dedicate my attention to people with special needs, I was also an Au pair of a baby with special...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with children and adults with special needs. Although I have no nursing degree I have cared for adults who have suffered stroke, diabetes, amputee, elderly. I can help with housework, cooking, and assistance with day to day activities.
Allison M.
Hudson, OH
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently work at center with children and adults with intellectual disabilities, I absolutely love what I do there but I am looking for more one on one time with the person. All of our people have very busy schedules as do I and I don't really have much time to actually get to know them, which is not what I had expected. I...
5.0
"We hired Allison 2 months ago for hands on senior care. She has exceeded our expectations. She has easily handled all transfers with ease. She has handled all personal needs including showers and shaving. Allison is gentle with my husband and keeps him laughing....
Deborah B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Katharine, I'm 22 years old, and I've been babysitting for over 5 years and it's my favorite thing ever! I'm taking a year off from school, so I am looking for a babysitting job for evenings and weekends. In school, my major is art education (hoping to work in an elementary school) so I have done lots...
5.0
"She was very punctual and reliable. She was great with my special needs child. I highly recommend Katie!"
Tom H.
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Recent special needs child care reviews in Akron, OH
Kathleen J.
5.0
Hired several times and continue to do so. My kids love her. Great with my daughter who has DS too.
- Traci M.
Melissa C.
5.0
Melissa was great! Punctual, flexible, cleaned up dinner dishes, and most of all-our kids liked her! Thanks Melissa. Would definitely hire her again.
- Meredith M.
Isabella E.
5.0
Prompt and knowledgeable on how to care for children with special needs.
- Care member
Allison M.
5.0
We hired Allison 2 months ago for hands on senior care. She has exceeded our expectations. She has easily handled all transfers with ease. She has handled all personal needs including showers and shaving. Allison is gentle with my husband and keeps him laughing. She is reliable and eager to work. I...
- Deborah B.
Katharine M.
5.0
She was very punctual and reliable. She was great with my special needs child. I highly recommend Katie!
- Tom H.