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144 special needs caregivers are listed in Columbus, OH

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Columbus, OH

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Ashley L.


Columbus, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Responsible Sitter

5.0

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Hi! I have years of experience working with kids as young as 9 months to 18 years. I'm an OSU grad currently working full time at Nationwide Children's hospital and I love working with kids. I have been babysitting, tutoring, and volunteering with kids for going on about 10 years now. I have experience with children with special...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ashley has been one of the most outstanding individuals we have had the pleasure of knowing! She was such a wonderful asset with the children and created such a inclusive bond with them. Our kids would look forward to their visits with Ashley each time she was...

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Hannah G.


Columbus, OH

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Summer Nanny

Hello everyone, My name is Hannah, I'm 18 years old and a high school graduate of the class of 2020. I'll be attending Ohio State University in the fall. I am a certified life guard and water safety instructor by the RedCross. I am competent in American Sign Language. I volunteer for Special Olympics and am prepared to work...
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Zella P.


Columbus, OH

$13-19/hr

My Experience In Special Needs

Jill's Buddy Camp, a summer camp for preschool kids with special needs, was my first instance of working with special needs kids and fostered the development of my love for special needs kids. My love continued to grow when I started job shadowing at a music therapy group and got to volunteer at BRAAC which specialized in...
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Madison S.


Columbus, OH

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

For the last two years, I have had the pleasure of watching a young baby with Angelman's Syndrome. This job included giving medication, special feeding habits through an NG tube, and special physical assistance.
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Crystal L.


Columbus, OH

$10-50/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Child Caretaker

My experience with children with special needs was with a little girl with a learning disorder. She was 12 years of age, but her abilities were limited to that of a 4-year-old. She also suffered from epileptic seizures which required knowledge and training in the probability of one occurring. Not a day of my time spent with that...
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Hannah K.


Columbus, OH

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

Experience Special Needs Nanny And Certified EMT

Hello! I am a special needs nanny and sitter. In my 10 years of experience in child care, four have been with children with special needs. I have experience with children with autism, ADHD, emotional disturbance, and intensive medical needs. But I'll admit, my favorites are the "problem children". Working with children with...
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Megan G.


Columbus, OH

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Caregiver

I have experience caring for those with special needs, specifically Alzheimer's Disease and Down Syndrome. I would absolutely love the chance to spend time with your loved one and fully allow them to reach their potential. I would encourage both time to relax and special outings, and would also encourage learning. Please message...
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Tammy H.


Columbus, OH

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Special Needs Care Provider

For the past 4 years, I have cared for a special needs child with profound disabilities. I have been very involved in his various therapies. I am also experienced in G-tube feeding. I understand the importance of being positive and supportive to help them achieve realistic goals.
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Sarah W.


Columbus, OH

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver

I have 2 years of a experience working with children and adults who have special needs. More specifically autism and emotional behavior disorders. Furthermore, I have one year of experience as a certified home health aid. Lastly, I am CPR and first aid certified.
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Brooke S.


Columbus, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a very experienced and compassionate caregiver who would love to meet and assist you and your family!
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Courtney F.


Columbus, OH

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hello! My name is Courtney. I have experience for caring for children with diabetes. My brother has been a type 1 diabetic for 12 years. I am a very fun, loving, and intelligent babysitter who likes to have fun! I also work very well with special needs children. I look forward to hearing from you!
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Mavis K.


Columbus, OH

$28-50/hr9 yrs exp

Full Time Special Needs Provider Available

Dedicated and experienced special needs care provider with 9 years of experience. I am passionate about fostering care giving and development. I am very comfortable enforcing household rules and ensuring a safe and structured environment for the individual in my care
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Katelynn C.


Columbus, OH

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have extensive experience working with students with special needs, particularly autism. I have worked as a caregiver, an ABA therapist, and a special education teacher in an autism unit over the past 8 years. I have a Master s degree in Special Education and a Bachelor s degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I also hold a k-12...
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Victoria M.


Columbus, OH

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Summer Caregiver For Children With Special Needs Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced babysitter & nanny turned child psychologist looking for supplementary income in my time off in the evenings and weekends. With this being said, I am open to working with children with special needs. I have worked with children ranging from infancy to age 12 and enjoy working with more than one child at a...
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Ebony D.


Columbus, OH

$18-20/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Passionate Special Ed Teacher

Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has 8 years of experience caring for people with special needs, from infants to adults. With me, your loved ones will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, who loves...
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Lauryn H.


Columbus, OH

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

Passionate And Enthusiastic Care Giver

I am an aspiring Occupational Therapist with a passion for empowering and assisting individuals with disabilities to live a full and fulfilled life. I am very enthusiastic and love to build relationships with people! I have worked as a camp counselor at MDA camp for the past 2 years and have been responsible for various care...
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Marissa F.


Columbus, OH

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I have been involved with the special needs community since 2015. From 2015-2017 I volunteered at the Autism Society of Greater Cleveland's STAR Summer Camp, and inclusive day camp for individuals aged 3-22. From 2018-2019 I was hired as an intern at STAR Camp to help lead our school aged groups. Through STAR Camp my main...
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Renee E.


Columbus, OH

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced caretaker/babysitter available part-time

I was a live-in caretaker for two years, am a physical therapist assistant, am an experienced babysitter, and do volunteer work throughout my week. I am accustomed to helping others, and really enjoy working with people.
Hello. I am very passionate, reliable and dependable person. I do not have any children of my own, however I take pride in working with children and helping the best way I can. I have lots of experience with kids of all ages from taking care of my nephew since birth to daycares and special needs behavioral tech and former nanny...
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Gloria A.


Columbus, OH

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

I am a very good and kind person, always ready to help people with their needs. I am very hard working person. I have worked with Homewell senior care for 2years and have also worked with Columbus Center for Human Services for also 2years. I am skilled in home making, personal care MRDD and Autism. I love to clean and put things...

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Ratings for Columbus, OH special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Columbus, OH are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 53 reviews of the 144 listed special needs caregivers.