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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Barberton, OH

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Barberton, OH

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Tiffany G.


Barberton, OH

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

FT Experienced Nanny Available In Akron And The Surrounding Areas

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a professional nanny, night nurse, childcare consultant, caregiver and private educator with 20 plus years of various levels of experience. I have worked with a wide variety of children, families and schools(public and Montessori). I am available and currently taking bookings for day, evening, special...
Tiffany can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Tiffany is amazing with kids. Her organization and creativity helped my kids learn and behave while having fun! She is always dedicated and truly had the best interests of the children at heart. She was able to see when my kids were being obstinate, call...

TRACY V.

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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...
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Kaitlyn R.


Barberton, OH

$16-25/hr • 3 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
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Madisyn C.


Barberton, OH

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

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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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...
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Heather D.


Akron, OH

$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny For Your Family

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Not currently seeking employment. Hello! I'm Heather, a fun, fit, empty Nester with two grown children of my own, and one grandchild. I've spent the last 18 years working as a full time nanny, locally. Before that I spent 8 years as a preschool teacher (3-pre-K), and worked for two years at a local Daycare. I absolutely love...
Heather can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Heather is awesome! She is an amazing care taker for our special needs child that needs a lot of care. Very trustworthy and reliable. We will continue to use her whenever possible. "

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Deborah J.


Akron, OH

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Soul Looking To Help Care For Someone With Needs In Need :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

With over 30 years of experience, I have worked with the elderly and differently-able. I have cared for my aging parents, taken courses in end of life care and patient advocacy and I currently care for a 99-year-old couple part time. I have spent the last 30 some years raising my own four children and caring for other children...
5.0
"Deborah is AMAZING. She is a wonderful advocate for elders, people with special needs, and children. Deborah was the primary caretaker for my daughter and continues to care for her when I need help. She was always reliable, trustworthy, and went above and beyond...

Megan H.

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Denise P.


Akron, OH

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

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

4.4

(12)

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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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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Emily M.


Akron, OH

$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving Nanny, Ready To Learn And Grow!

Hello! I am currently a full time nanny but will be moving to part time when preschool starts in August. At that point I'll be working Monday and Tuesday (8a-5p) and when the kids are home sick. I am otherwise free to help with your child! I have over 10 years of experience. I would love to have adventures to local libraries,...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Emily was amazing with my son! I hired her for the summer of 2021 for the days and nights I had to work. She was always on time or early, very interactive and energetic (which was great for my then 3 year old), and brought fun activities for him as well."

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Karen M.


Clinton, OH

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Parent Of Special Needs Children

I am a mature and experienced caretaker. I have taken care of special needs children including autism for about 15 years. I've worked also with children with developmental delays including speech delay, sensory motor and academic challenges. I've supported in-home therapeutic programs developed by professionals. I'm also a...
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Suzanne B.


Doylestown, OH

$15-30/hr

I Love To Help Children And Seniors.

I am a special needs school bus driver. I have helped in the nursery at my church for over 20 years and I now I would like to help seniors too. May I help you?
Suzanne can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, transportation & more
Skills:

CPR

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Mayce W.


Wadsworth, OH

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am a mom of five children, including three special needs, and I've worked in the elementary school as an educational aide for the past year and I am looking to expand to watch kids of any age at my home in Barberton. I have a playroom with a sensory swing and full-size trampoline, and I am very open and receptive to your...
Mayce can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Angela M.


Akron, OH

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I've been an RN since 2004 and am interested in helping families care for their special needs child or senior.
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Haddy N.


Akron, OH

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

I am a 39 yr old woman with lots of experience in special needs. I have worked for group homes and individuals at home. I am very hardworking and reliable, trustworthy and dependable.
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Christina W.


Akron, OH

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have many years of experience and a heart to genuinely help and serve. I value people, their hearts, their lives, and their families, and find great joy in improving the quality of those things in every way possible!
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Taylor M.


Akron, OH

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Taylor, and I am a Licensed Practical Nurse. I have over 10 years of experience as a caregiver in a variety of settings and would love to work with you! I am trained and experienced in assisting with a wide variety of things, including transportation services, meal preparation, medication administration, and...

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm a CNA 18 years of experience. I've worked with a multitude of patients- special need, quadriplegic, Parkinson, dementia, and hospice. I also use to lifeguard and teach swimming lessons for 10 years
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Hannah W.


Akron, OH

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. With over 17 years of experience, I have the skills and knowledge to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love to play games and...
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Mykaela Z.


Akron, OH

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello! I am a former special education teacher at Julie Billiart. I have experience working with and teaching kids 8 weeks to 12 years old in a day care setting, as a nanny, and in schools. I am currently in grad school working on my doctorate in occupational therapy.
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Kurrie B.


Akron, OH

$29-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have five children of my own. Ages 12, 11, 9, 6 and 1. (No they will not need to come with me). I have experience working with children in a daycare setting and also children with autism. I am currently an RBT with good standing with the State of Ohio. Although I can not provide those services to your child outside of my...
Kurrie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Barberton, OH

Tiffany G.

5.0

Tiffany is amazing with kids. Her organization and creativity helped my kids learn and behave while having fun! She is always dedicated and truly had the best interests of the children at heart. She was able to see when my kids were being obstinate, call them.out on it and yet persuade them to...

- TRACY V.

Heather D.

5.0

We hired Heather in a pinch when our daughter came down sick unexpectedly. Heather was punctual the next morning and gave our daughter the gentle cuddles a sick 9 month old needs to feel calm and cared for, and allowing my wife and me to work with peace of mind.

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Deborah J.

5.0

Deborah is AMAZING. She is a wonderful advocate for elders, people with special needs, and children. Deborah was the primary caretaker for my daughter and continues to care for her when I need help. She was always reliable, trustworthy, and went above and beyond to make sure she was giving my...

- Megan H.

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.

Emily M.

5.0

We interviewed Emily for a position. She was polite and seems like a driven individual with focus on care for others. She was delightful with our daughters. We did not hire her because our situation changed and no longer had an open position.

- Stephanie G.

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