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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Barberton, OH

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Barberton, OH

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Anna Z.


Akron, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Educator

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I am a mom of 2 daughters and I have been a teacher for 25 years. I have worked with pre-12th. I worked exclusively with special needs children for 9 years and now I work with all ability levels. I'd describe my personality as kind, passionate, and hardworking I like caring for homes and family members because it makes me...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Gennifer P.


Akron, OH

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Lifestyle Senior Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Gennifer and I've worked in senior care for over 12 years. I specialize in alzheimer's and dementia care, ADL's, PT/OT, meals, lifestyle planning and medication management. In addition, I offer luxury transportation, accommodating most collapsible walkers, that will deliver your loved one in comfort and safety....
Gennifer can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Gennifer is a great help! We hired her to help with my 95yr old grandmother and was there when we needed her and was able to help we we had to take grandma to the hospital. While the family was dealing with the emotional part, Gennifer was able to help with the...

Gavin W.

My name is Jordan and I am a licensed intervention specialist and taught for three years. I am currently a nanny for an adult with autism who is also medically fragile. I have my medical certification 1 and am CPR certified. I have worked with children and adults with special needs for many years and would love to also work...
Jordan can also help with: Dementia, errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, friendly and easy to get along with! I do have my STNA license! I have experience with special needs children, babysitting, geriatrics and pet sitting! Senior care available.
Madison can also help with: Errands, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

Gennifer P.


Akron, OH

$18-21/hr4 yrs exp

Specialized Care With Dignity

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Gennifer. I've been in the field of caregiving since 2011 when my mother became disabled and later passed from psychiatric issues, mobility problems, and sepsis. During that time, I learned all about caregiving for someone with a variety of special needs. I enjoyed caregiving, and since then, I've worked with...
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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, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & 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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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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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Kathleen J.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Was A Nurse At Children's Hospital For 29 Years

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a nurse at a children's hospital in Akron for 29 years. I worked in every unit of the hospital and also worked in the recovery room and outpatient surgery unit. I have taken care of many children with disabilities of all kinds.
5.0
"Hired several times and continue to do so. My kids love her. Great with my daughter who has DS too."

Traci M.

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

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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Jamie W.


Medina, OH

$18-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, Im Jamie and I am 21 years old. I have over 5 years experience from caring for 4 newborns to age 8. I can help with housekeeping and Errands. My job is to make your life easier. I also have experience with special needs children as well. I enjoy helping so much as well as caring for children! I am CPR certified, have a...
Jamie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was always on time, and was amazing with our children."

Janan A.

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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. "

Care member

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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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Kara K.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I am a Registered Nurse with a previous BA degree in English literature from IU. I've been working in senior and palliative care for 15 years primarily doing private care for individual patients and families. I have managed home care for special needs and senior clients coordinating 24 hr care, payroll, scheduling and meal...
Kara can also help with: Respite care, home modification, live-in home care, personal care, hospice services, dementia & more
5.0
"I hired Kara to assist with a senior day program I run and she was the best employee I had. She never missed a day, thoroughly enjoyed each senior she assisted and has a great energy full of joy and compassion. When she left to do nursing and private care I was sad...

Lisa B.

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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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Melissa C.


Hinckley, OH

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver - Children, Elders, and Special Needs

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have provided care for children of all ages for many years. I also have 4 children of my own. They are 17, 27, 29, and 31 years old. I have experience as a birth and postpartum doula as well.
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Melissa was great! Punctual, flexible, cleaned up dinner dishes, and most of all-our kids liked her! Thanks Melissa. Would definitely hire her again."

Meredith M.

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Allison M.


Hudson, OH

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently work at center with children and adults with intellectual disabilities, I absolutely love what I do there but I am looking for more one on one time with the person. All of our people have very busy schedules as do I and I don't really have much time to actually get to know them, which is not what I had expected. I...
5.0
"We hired Allison 2 months ago for hands on senior care. She has exceeded our expectations. She has easily handled all transfers with ease. She has handled all personal needs including showers and shaving. Allison is gentle with my husband and keeps him laughing....

Deborah B.

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Abby M.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$12-29/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working as a behavior therapist/tutor for children with autism since February 2021. My job focuses on many different skills such as educational or life skills. I assist my clients with a variety of everyday tasks in order to increase their independence. I see myself as a positive support system; to cheer clients on...
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Saylor T.


Uniontown, OH

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Ready To Help Your Day To Day Easier.

Howdy my names Saylor! Let me tell you a little about myself, I like working with kids because it feels like there's a new opportunity to make a new purpose each day, I find it extremely fun to find new ways to play and get creative with my kiddos. There's nothing like seeing a smile on a child's face and knowing you're making a...
Saylor can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Daviona E.


Canton, OH

$12-20/hr3 yrs exp

STNA

Hello! My name is Daviona. With six years of caregiving experience, I've honed my skills across various domains, including child care, special needs, and geriatric care. I'm well-versed in providing extensive care and proficient in medication administration. If you're seeking a compassionate caregiver with a wealth of...
Daviona can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:

CNA

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Barberton, OH

Gennifer P.

5.0

The caregiver never showed up, so I need you guys to fix this. You say my account has not been charged, but why is she being asked to be booked again.

- Care member

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.

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.

Kathleen J.

5.0

Hired several times and continue to do so. My kids love her. Great with my daughter who has DS too.

- Traci M.

Abby M.

5.0

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

- Care member

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