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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I like working with kids because mine are grown and my grandson lives 3 hours away! I miss him and I'd love to be your child's extra grandma!
I'm looking to babysit occasionally for date nights or when you need to run errands. My available hours will vary because I like to drive to Visit my grandson when possible!
I started...
Deborah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mckenna K.
Amherst, OH
$13-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 1 year of experience. I have watched my younger siblings growing up and I have watched my cousins too. I worked at the summer camp, Camp IDEAS last summer taking care of kids with special needs. I can make days fun with crafts and other activities they would want to do. I am looking for jobs to do before I go back to...
Mckenna can also help with: Craft assistance
Julisa C.
Lorain, OH
$15-20/hr • 13 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I've dedicated the past 13 years to fostering children's growth and development. My passion lies in making a positive impact on their lives while providing reliable support for families. With my calm and creative demeanor, I excel at engaging children through various activities,...
Julisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Julisa was absolutely wonderful. She was very attentive and patient. Lots of outside play and arts and crafts. Would recommend her to any family!"
Care member
5.0
(11)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Natalia, and I am a babysitter. I am Red Cross and CPR certified, have flexible hours, and offer several references upon request. Many would describe me as fun, responsible, and creative. I am the oldest of six children myself, and I have had several years of experience as a caregiver. Outside of caregiving, I...
Natalia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Natalia was a great babysitter for my company's event. She was attentive to the kids' needs and did a fantastic job keeping them entertained. "
Latina K.
5.0
(2)
I have done both babysitting and music for children with special needs.
I have been employed with an organization for Disabilities, providing weekly music classes at a school. The age range extended from preschool age to high school.
This included students with Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, and Autism.
Additionally, I have...
Tara K.
Lorain, OH
$20-28/hr • 3 yrs exp
Fun Sitter! Love Adventures And Crafts. Love Being Outdoors And Having Fun.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a positive and energetic 22-year-old and I have babysat neighbors and family member ever since I was 13 years old. I am currently in my first year of college going for my masters in nursing. I work at a nursing home as an STNA and have been enjoying this job for almost 2 years now. I had a handicap uncle whom I took care of...
Tara can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tara is a sweet and loving soul. She has been reliable and so caring to our 11 week old baby. I'm grateful to have her for babysitting! She's attentive to our baby and attentive to details and specifics I share with her about our baby's care. It's been such a help,...
Angie I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked for 5 years in long term care facilities. I have experience with total care, quadriplegia, dementia, double leg amputees and Alzheimer. I started working privately and caring in my patients homes about 4 years ago. I love the one on one care and companionship that I am able to give to my patients. I'm very loving,...
4.0
(1)
I have had babysitting jobs since I was 12 years old and continued while in high school and college. I have volunteered for years in my church nursery, pre-school and Sunday school classes. I have been a single mom since my daughter was 2, so I have lots of mothering experience as well as grand mothering since my grandson is now...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
4.0
"I did not hire because of another candidate."
Deborah W.
Jamie G.
Vermilion, OH
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jamie. I am currently employed full time as an Occupational Therapy Assistant working with the geriatric population. I have been an Occupational Therapy Assistant for 6 years, and also have about 7 years experience as a direct care provider for individuals with developmental disabilities. I enjoy working with people,...
5.0
"Jamie provided care/companionship for our 22-yr old son with autism. She is friendly, thoughtful, and conscientious. We had peace of mind knowing our son was in good hands while we were getting some respite time."
Betsy W.
Kylie W.
Elyria, OH
$13-36/hr
Hi! I'm Kylie! I absolutely love helping and taking care of special needs. I have experience with special needs as well. I have worked in a group home with 4 disabled women. In this home I provided any assistance needed, taking the girls out to do things, grocery shopping for them, meal prepping, at home activities, laundry, and...
Kathleen G.
Elyria, OH
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Occupational Therapist With Special Needs, Childcare And Senior Care
I have been working as an Occupational Therapist for 25 years in home health as well as rehab and group home with persons with disabilities I love working with senior care in your own home, adult rehab in your own home or special needs of any age. I love and work best one on one with individuals rather than in a crowded sterile...
Kathleen can also help with: Mobility assistance, personal care, companionship, dementia
Lauren H.
Vermilion, OH
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Lauren and I am an elementary teacher in the Toledo area. In May, I graduated from BGSU with my bachelor's in Early Childhood Education. My degree is dual- meaning that I am able to teach general education as well as special education. I went on to receive my Reading Endorsement which allows me to teacher...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience. I am comfortable with any age and have care taken for special need children. CPR trained. Comfortable with transporting kids, pets, and housework.
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 20 years of nursing experience. I am looking for a client that I can give one on one special care to. I can do medications, g-tube feedings, catheter care, personal care like bathing, dressing and feeding. I have dependable transportation. I have a current resume if requested. Current RN license and CPR.
Crystel K.
Elyria, OH
$13-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a RN at Fairview hospital I take care of all kinds of patients including dementia, hospice and special needs. I've been in the medical field for roughly 10 years. I have a car, non smoker, CPR/BLS certified and love animals.
Crystel can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, respite care, errands, meal prep & more
Samantha S.
Lorain, OH
$25/hr • 16 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi all, I am trusting child care professional. I have been in early childhood education for 10 years now. I have experience with all ages. I am CPR and first aid certified. I also have experience with children with special needs. My passion for working with children is to watch them grow and bloom. I provide a fun, caring, and...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Emilee L.
Elyria, OH
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My name is Emilee. I am 28years old and I have a crazy 5-year-old, N. I have a cute little kitty named fries, Haha. I'm super kind, lovable and outgoing! I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and have a ton of experience. I have been a nursing assistant at a nursing home for 9 years and have lots of experience with...
Emilee can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Tori H.
Elyria, OH
$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
I worked in a group home for developmentally
delayed adults/kids for a year & im CPR certified. I have my own car and a flexible schedule :)
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Crafts. I've specialized in infant care as the stages of early childhood development interest me so much I love to encourage and follow the early stages of development. I've probably played my last game of baseball outside but I'm certainly capable of caring...
Lynda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I was a group home manager for 8 residents with MR/DD as well as the occupational therapist for 56 clients at the workshop and their individual homes.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Amherst, OH
Julisa C.
5.0
Julisa has become an extension of our family with our children. She is caring, exudes patience, and laid back. She comes up with daily activities that our daughter loves and helps her navigate through new projects and her emotions. She easily manages two children (infant and toddler) and keeps up...
- Denielle W.
Natalia L.
5.0
Natalia was a great babysitter for my company's event. She was attentive to the kids' needs and did a fantastic job keeping them entertained.
- Latina K.
Tara K.
5.0
Tara is a sweet and loving soul. She has been reliable and so caring to our 11 week old baby. I'm grateful to have her for babysitting! She's attentive to our baby and attentive to details and specifics I share with her about our baby's care. It's been such a help, and we'll definitely be working...
- Angie I.
Kathleen G.
4.0
I did not hire because of another candidate.
- Deborah W.
Jamie G.
5.0
Jamie provided care/companionship for our 22-yr old son with autism. She is friendly, thoughtful, and conscientious. We had peace of mind knowing our son was in good hands while we were getting some respite time.
- Betsy W.
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