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Ashley A.


Atwater, OH

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Kiddo Helper

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Hi I'm Ashley! I'm 25 and a mama of a 2 and 3-year-old girl and boy! I've babysat since I was very young, to this very day. I've cared for infants all the way up to kids and adults with special needs to caring for elderly with dementia and Parkinson's. I'm looking to be a full time nanny(live out) for a family in need! If...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

Michael M.


Atwater, OH

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Care

2018 till 2020 care for special needs also will be still on call with that job in Ravenna ohio live close and can be on call if things come up with your needs as a family. like to keep a clean house and easy going with daily needs of kids.
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Michael M.


Atwater, OH

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Care Seeker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

work for company with older special needs men love to clean and have an easy going style. live in Atwater close and dependable.
Michael can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Laura M.


Alliance, OH

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, from Bogota city, Colombia. Work experience with children between 15 months - 6 years old in a kindergarten performing accompaniment and homework advice. Likewise, a private teacher and nanny of two children of 2- and 3-years old using arts, exploration of the environment, theater,...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Danielle B.


Ravenna, OH

$11-16/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hi! My name is Danielle. I have been babysitting since I was a freshman in high school which was 7-8 years ago. I've been working at a middle school now for 6 years. I have worked with all ages and even special needs. I love kids and if you need a night out, I'm your go to!
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Christina S.


Diamond, OH

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Compassionate Companion

I am a mom of a 16-year-old son who was born with very severe medical problems. I learned how to provide all of his medical care on my own. So, I am trained in NG tube placement, G tube feeds, feeding issues, and food allergies. I know wound care, diabetic care, and I can also utilize a hoyer lift. I'm also familiar with autism...
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April M.


Alliance, OH

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Mom Of All Trades!

Hi! My name is April. I'm a mother of two boys, one who is 22 and the other is 10, a senior dog, a cat, and a parakeet. I am a former preschool teacher who also has experience with individuals with developmental disabilities and those who are elderly. If you asked me to pick a favorite, I just couldn't do it - I've enjoyed it...
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Ava D.


Alliance, OH

$15-22/hr1 yrs exp

I have a lot of experience with children and adults with special needs. My sister has special needs so I know what everyday struggles and support that is needed. I also have worked with autistic adults and have helped them with daily tasks.

Kristen C.


Ravenna, OH

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Daycare Teacher Available On Weekdays For Full-Time

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I have several certifications such as CPR, First Aid, Communicable Disease, special needs, and medicine. I have worked at a daycare for a little over a year and have had many child care trainings. I have worked with newborns to children who are 12 years. I am currently working at a hospital as a Certified Medical Assistant (6...
Kristen can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Ronda J.


Kent, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available For Special Needs And Elderly

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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Nancy O.


Canton, OH

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Care.

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.
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Sherrie M.


Newton Falls, OH

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Loving , Fun, Interactive Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I am a mother of 5 adult children. I had hoped I would be a grandma by now but it looks as though it will be awhile so I am ready to love on someone's else's baby or children. I have always had a love for babies and toddlers. I'm very interactive and enjoy spending quality time with them. My oldest daughter has special...
Sherrie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We love Sherrie ! She loves my kids just like her own and I always feel safe leaving them with her . Sherrie has also made her self available last minute for me if we had a sitter cancel , Her home is always clean and child friendly as well ."

Amber B.

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Vanessa D.


Streetsboro, OH

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

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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Abby M.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

Looking To Provide Care In The Evenings And Weekends.

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi! Here is a little about me: I currently work full time as a nanny to two toddlers. I have experience with special needs children and I'm in graduate school currently working on my master's in early childhood special education. I love crafting, nature, animals, and plants!
Abby can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Abby is currently caring for our 1.5 year old daughter one day a week in our home. We love her! She is punctual, kind, and our daughter responds so well to her. Abby always keeps us up to date on anything that comes up throughout the day and we feel so grateful to...

Marybeth K.

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Cloey G.


Salem, OH

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Cloey! I have lots of experience with children from newborn - teen, as I have a 16-month-old daughter of my own! I have worked with 3 different families from care. com long term over the last 4 years. And a few families short term as well! I have also worked in direct care with individuals who have special needs,...
Cloey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Cloey to take care of our 4 children everyday of the week in the evenings while we would go do missionary work thinking to cover temporary childcare needs. We ended up with her for 2+ years! She was wonderful to us because with our line of work we needed...

Maria R.

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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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Denise P.


Akron, OH

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Preschool Teacher With Well Over 30+ Years Of Experience

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced nanny and preschool teacher, babysitter, camp counselor, Sunday school teacher and more. I have my associate's degree in Child Development with well over 30+ years of experience in child care. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and have always enjoyed caring and working with children of all ages in one...
Denise can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Denise has been a lifesaver!!!! My husband and I have had to do long distance and I have a grueling schedule. She has been flexible, reliable, and just overall wonderful! I can trust her to take care of my little man and keep him safe. She always has new and fun...

Jaime S.

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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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Vanessa D.


Streetsboro, OH

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as highly qualified, flexible, communicative I like working with kids because the only goal is to be loved, because children are sweet. I'm looking for a job that gives me an opportunity to show my work and an opportunity for me to show how responsible and confident I am. I started working with...
5.0
"I am extremely happy with Vanessa's service and would hire her again. It's hard for me to find babysitters for my 4 y/o daughter, who have developmental delays. She gets anxiety around new people and new places. I made Vanessa aware of this and asked her to meet...

Monique B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Atwater, OH

Sherrie M.

5.0

I've known Sherrie for a very long time. We have twin girls that she is wonderful with. She absolutely loves kids! She will do whatever she needs to make sure they are happy and well taken care of.

- Morgan M.

Abby M.

5.0

She's always on time & our kids love her! The perfect date night sitter. Thanks Abby!

- Care member

Cloey G.

5.0

We hired Cloey to take care of our 4 children everyday of the week in the evenings while we would go do missionary work thinking to cover temporary childcare needs. We ended up with her for 2+ years! She was wonderful to us because with our line of work we needed flexibility and reliability. I...

- Maria R.

Isabella E.

5.0

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

- Care member

Denise P.

5.0

Denise is organized and very knowledgeable about child developmental markers. She did all of the preschool work with our son and prepared him for Kindergarten. He's at the top of his class! Her specialty is taking ideas or topics of interest to the child and incorporating them into the lessons...

- Amber L.

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