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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Akron, OH

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Akron, OH

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Kara K.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Helper

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked as a special needs nanny, nursing assistant, group home manager, and hospice care giver. I have spent extended time working and caring for children with developmental disabilities and complex medical treatment. I am primarily interested in assisting families who need respite care or medically trained caregivers.
Kara can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Saylor T.


Uniontown, OH

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

Registered Behavioral Therapist

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...
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Barbara T.


Uniontown, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Providing YOU "Peace Of Mind!"

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I help you manage aging, dementia, Alzheimer's, special needs, and companion care. Focus: safety, cleanliness-hygiene, diet, activities specific to personality, mental/physical needs-capacity, and medical directives. Stimulation and humor are essential to avert boredom. I endeavor to ignite interests and skills with appropriate...
Barbara can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Kara K.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

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...
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Kaitlyn R.


Barberton, OH

$16-25/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Looking For The Right Family

Hi there! I am a graduate of Ohio University with a degree in Wildlife and Conservation Biology. I am looking for nanny positions while I am in between seasonal positions as a zookeeper. I have several years of babysitting experience and being a full time nanny with a diverse age group ranging from infants to 10 years old,...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
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Angela P.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Child Care

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.
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.
Hi there! My name is Madisyn! I am a nurse here at a local hospital and also a photographer! I am CPR/First aid certified. I have experience with special needs. Can help with kiddos who have medical needs. I have 13 years of child care experience. These kiddos range from 0-13! I am able to provide you references upon request....
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Darlene W.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

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.
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Kimberly S.


Clinton, OH

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Kim

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...
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Makayla F.


Barberton, OH

$15-20/hr2 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...
I've worked in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility for over a year . Typically with 10-15 Patients to my person. I've given care to residents with dementia/Alzheimer's, behavioral issues, special needs, post surgery, etc. Available parttime
Emily can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Lexington S.


Tallmadge, OH

$11-18/hr5 yrs exp

Trained In Education And Specialized In Creating A Fun Environment

Hello! I am a middle-level education major who specializes in Math, English, and Special Education. I am currently completing my student teaching and will be graduating in May of 2020. Over the past 5 years, I have been a summer nanny for 5 children and a day-care worker. I have experience with children of all ages, children...
Lexington can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
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Ronda J.


Kent, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available For Special Needs And Elderly

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
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Isabella E.


Kent, OH

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families 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 am CPR, first aid and lifeguard certified. I'd describe my personality as bubbly, positive and funny. I...
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Bella worked for my family for a year and a half. There is so much to say about how well she took care of my son B, who is 13 now and has autism (non-verbal). I've entrusted her to pick B up from school, run errands for him, and given her a key to the house so...

Deborah O.

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Isabella E.


Kent, OH

$20-28/hr5 yrs exp

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. "

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Mary Lou B.


Medina, OH

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/babysitter

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I love children! I raised three of them! Before that, I was a teacher in grades preschool through 12th grade, in regular classrooms and also in special needs. I have been a nanny for the last 6 years with children from 3 months to 8 years old. I like to actively engage the children in my care with games, arts and crafts, reading...
Mary Lou can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Mary Lou was absolutely amazing with our kids. She came over with projects for them to do, and when we got home, our kids said they wanted us to go back on our date! They were having a great time. We will definitely use Mary Lou in the future!"

Erin C.

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Vanessa D.


Streetsboro, OH

$14-19/hr3 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...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Akron, OH

Isabella E.

5.0

Bella worked for my family for a year and a half. There is so much to say about how well she took care of my son B, who is 13 now and has autism (non-verbal). I've entrusted her to pick B up from school, run errands for him, and given her a key to the house so that she could take care of B for...

- Deborah O.

Isabella E.

5.0

Prompt and knowledgeable on how to care for children with special needs.

- Care member

Mary Lou B.

5.0

We homeschool and Mary Lou or Miss Mary as the kids call her is a wonderful tutor. She is prompt, patient and kind. She has been a great asset in helping us homeschool our grand loves. The boys love her and always look forward to when she comes to tutor. She has been a helpful and fantastic...

- Maria B.

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Ratings for Akron, OH special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Akron, OH are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.