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Special needs caregivers in Avon Lake, OH

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Lisa K.


Cleveland, OH

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Live In Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Lisa! I'm 23 years old and I run a non-profit for kiddos battling cancer. A few things I can provide are healthy meals, a plan for each day that includes activities, outings, rats & crafts, and fun learning opportunities. I also have multiple references available upon request. I am a photographer as well, and...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Lisa was great with our 11-month-old. We will definitely hire her again!"

Sara V.

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Sierra M.


Cleveland, OH

$22-40/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a recent M. Sp. Ed graduate currently working as a Behavior Specialist! I have been providing child care for a multitude of families over the past 10 years :) I am available to provide last minute/emergency in-home Respite for adults and young or young adult child(ren) individuals with disabilities!
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Dominique J.


Cleveland, OH

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

About Me

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

A little about myself. I am 26 yrs old with 5 years of experience working individuals who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. I've worked in the homes feeding, bathing, cleaning and interacting with many individuals of all backgrounds. I was a supervisor in the home for 1year and moved up quickly to supervisor of...
5.0
"We are so happy Dominique came into our lives! She is so easy to work and communicate with and makes the whole experience less worrisome. She is great with our daughter and constantly updates us on her day."

Abby M.

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Jamie G.


Vermilion, OH

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

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.

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Julia G.


Brunswick, OH

$20-35/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Sitter/Cooking&Cleaning

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Julia and I'm a first year High School art teacher! I have tons of experience working with children as a teacher as well as several trainings, certifications and clearances. I worked as a part time nanny through school and full time in summers. I've grown up with siblings and have babysat for many years. I...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Julia is the best of the best. She's professional, creative, and loving. She keeps her authority, sets clear expectations, and treats my kids with respect. She goes above and beyond, and has become part of our family over the past 5 months that she's nannied for...

Hannah R.

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Jessica F.


Strongsville, OH

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate About Caring For People!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced mom of four children for 17 years (ages 10, 12, 15, and 17) and have worked with kids of all ages! I have led children's ministries at two churches which included lesson planning, volunteer staffing, and teaching for ages infant through 5th grade. My current part-time job has included planning family events...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Jessica was wonderful! My son, who usually is unhappy at first when left with new people, was very relaxed and went straight to her after just few minutes. He was happy and cheerful throughout the day while Jessica watched him. I will hire her again in the future."

Care member

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Jennifer R.


Brook Park, OH

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Care For Your Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a loving and patient person looking to earn some extra income working with your loved one! I have worked with people with various needs of all ages since 1995 as an Occupational Therapy Assistant. I also have worked for Our Lady of the Wayside. I believe my skills and personality might be of value to you! Please let me...
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Amanda D.


Cleveland, OH

$20-50/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter Available!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Amanda and I recently graduated with a Doctorate in Occupational therapy. I completed research in the NICU with premature infants, working on feeding and breastfeeding! My professional experience includes, working as teaching assistant in a school for children with special needs, nannying for various...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Amanda bonded with my children. I would hire again. Thanks!"

Sean H.

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Natalia L.


Elyria, OH

$20-28/hr6 yrs exp

Creative Babysitter With Years Of Experience

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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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.

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Elayna S.


Lakewood, OH

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

WEST SIDE NANNY

In search of a part-time (3 days per week) position within the West Side community. I have about 7 years of experience with families of 3+ children. I am medically trained as an STNA and am CPR certified. I have 2 years of experience working in outpatient mental health and 2 years of experience in the hospital- mostly psych and...
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Amanda S.


Strongsville, OH

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher Looking For Summer Nanny Opportunity

Hello my name is Amanda. I am a licensed early childhood educator prek-3rd grade. I have spent the last 8 years teaching in the classroom. Watching children grow and learn is my passion! Before acquiring my teaching degree, I began babysitting at 15 years old. I have experience with children aged 3 months and older. I also have...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Amanda has watched my son with special needs. She is always punctual, caring, and patient! My son absolutely loves her!! Being the mother of a special needs child your worry about who is caring for your child shifts to a different level. With Amanda any cares or...

Care member

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Maggie G.


Berea, OH

$18-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting/ nannying for about 7 years now and I love it! I have helped with my local Safety Town, children's church activities, and special needs dance classes. I am currently a senior studying Early Childhood Education at Baldwin Wallace University. I have experience babysitting up to 4 kids, from infants up to 12...
Maggie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maggie has watched our 2.5 year old son several times over the last month. Our son gets excited when we tell him that Maggie is coming over. She will send us pictures while babysitting and follows our routines as best she can. Highly recommend Maggie."

Jennifer S.

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Shannon F.


Cleveland, OH

$17-50/hr16 yrs exp

I Am Looking For Part Time Work To Help Families Who Need The Extra Help

I am CPR AND FIRST AIDE certified I have been working in the health field for 16 almost 17years I love helping an taken care of people that need help or even some help being there for them listening to them I am caring , funny , out spoken great personality
4.0
"She is very dependable and very understanding in certain situations. She'll always be there no matter what!"

Nonni D.

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Natalia L.


Elyria, OH

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

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...
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Elayna S.


Lakewood, OH

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

FT Nanny/Sitter In Lakewood!

I'm in search of a full-time sitting/nanny position within the West Side community. I have about 7 years of experience with families of 3+ children. I currently work as a nurse's aide at UH but am looking for a job better suited for me while I'm in school. I study neuroscience at CSU and hope to become a therapist. I have 4...
Elayna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Elayna is very dependable and passionate. The best trait in her is how loyal she is to everyone. You will not be disappointed with her."

Leslie G.

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Kristie Y.


Elyria, OH

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Kind, Compassionate, Loving And Caring

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,...
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Theresa T.


Cleveland, OH

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

I am a 38-year-old with 8 years experience working with individuals who intellectual and developmental disabilities. I've worked in the homes feeding, bathing, cleaning and interacting with many individuals of all backgrounds. I was a supervisor in the homes for 1 year and move up quickly as a House Manager for 2 years and then...
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Kathleen G.


Elyria, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/Full Time Caregiver Available

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"I did not hire because of another candidate."

Deborah W.

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Jennifer A.


Cleveland, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

*** DODD MEDICAID WAIVER CERTIFIED ***

Having worked as a caregiver for 25+ years, I find that helping to make a difference in someone's life, or just seeing them smile, can be one of the most rewarding benefits to not only my job, but in my life. I've worked with a wide variety of people, & have provided care from birth, until end of life. In my free time I enjoy...
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Grace R.


Elyria, OH

$19-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny With Car

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: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Avon Lake, OH

Lisa K.

5.0

Lisa was great with our 11-month-old. We will definitely hire her again!

- Sara V.

Dominique J.

5.0

We are so happy Dominique came into our lives! She is so easy to work and communicate with and makes the whole experience less worrisome. She is great with our daughter and constantly updates us on her day.

- Abby M.

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.

Julia G.

5.0

Julia is the best of the best. She's professional, creative, and loving. She keeps her authority, sets clear expectations, and treats my kids with respect. She goes above and beyond, and has become part of our family over the past 5 months that she's nannied for us.

- Hannah R.

Jessica F.

5.0

Jessica was wonderful! My son, who usually is unhappy at first when left with new people, was very relaxed and went straight to her after just few minutes. He was happy and cheerful throughout the day while Jessica watched him. I will hire her again in the future.

- Care member

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