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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Elyria, OH

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Elyria, OH

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Natalia L.


Elyria, OH

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

5.0

(2)

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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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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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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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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Kathleen G.


Elyria, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/Full Time Caregiver Available

4.0

(1)

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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

Deborah W.

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Kathleen G.


Elyria, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist

I was a group home manager for 8 residents with MR/DD as well as the occupational therapist for 56 clients at the workshop and their individual homes.
Hi! I'm Kylie! I absolutely love helping and taking care of special needs. I have experience with special needs as well. I have worked in a group home with 4 disabled women. In this home I provided any assistance needed, taking the girls out to do things, grocery shopping for them, meal prepping, at home activities, laundry, and...
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Tori H.


Elyria, OH

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

I worked in a group home for developmentally delayed adults/kids for a year & im CPR certified. I have my own car and a flexible schedule :)
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Pamela R.


Elyria, OH

$25-38/hr10 yrs exp

Big Hearted RN

I have 20 years of nursing experience. I am looking for a client that I can give one on one special care to. I can do medications, g-tube feedings, catheter care, personal care like bathing, dressing and feeding. I have dependable transportation. I have a current resume if requested. Current RN license and CPR.
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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Emilee L.


Elyria, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

My name is Emilee. I am 28years old and I have a crazy 5-year-old, N. I have a cute little kitty named fries, Haha. I'm super kind, lovable and outgoing! I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and have a ton of experience. I have been a nursing assistant at a nursing home for 9 years and have lots of experience with...
Emilee can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Lynda D.


Elyria, OH

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Nanny With Love To Share

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Crafts. I've specialized in infant care as the stages of early childhood development interest me so much I love to encourage and follow the early stages of development. I've probably played my last game of baseball outside but I'm certainly capable of caring...
Lynda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Kathleen G.


Elyria, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist With Special Needs, Childcare And Senior Care

I have been working as an Occupational Therapist for 25 years in home health as well as rehab and group home with persons with disabilities I love working with senior care in your own home, adult rehab in your own home or special needs of any age. I love and work best one on one with individuals rather than in a crowded sterile...
Kathleen can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia
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Crystel K.


Elyria, OH

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

I am a RN at Fairview hospital I take care of all kinds of patients including dementia, hospice and special needs. I've been in the medical field for roughly 10 years. I have a car, non smoker, CPR/BLS certified and love animals.
Crystel can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
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Julisa C.


Lorain, OH

$15-20/hr13 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I've dedicated the past 13 years to fostering children's growth and development. My passion lies in making a positive impact on their lives while providing reliable support for families. With my calm and creative demeanor, I excel at engaging children through various activities,...
Julisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Julisa was absolutely wonderful. She was very attentive and patient. Lots of outside play and arts and crafts. Would recommend her to any family!"

Care member

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Tara K.


Lorain, OH

$20-28/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter! Love Adventures And Crafts. Love Being Outdoors And Having Fun.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a positive and energetic 22-year-old and I have babysat neighbors and family member ever since I was 13 years old. I am currently in my first year of college going for my masters in nursing. I work at a nursing home as an STNA and have been enjoying this job for almost 2 years now. I had a handicap uncle whom I took care of...
Tara can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Tara is a sweet and loving soul. She has been reliable and so caring to our 11 week old baby. I'm grateful to have her for babysitting! She's attentive to our baby and attentive to details and specifics I share with her about our baby's care. It's been such a help,...

Angie I.

Nannying would be so beneficial to my schedule and yours! I work great with disabilities and all ages, pet frindly, and love to make the days funnand creative!
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Deborah F.


Amherst, OH

$14-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Grandma

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I like working with kids because mine are grown and my grandson lives 3 hours away! I miss him and I'd love to be your child's extra grandma! I'm looking to babysit occasionally for date nights or when you need to run errands. My available hours will vary because I like to drive to Visit my grandson when possible! I started...
Deborah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I am currently teaching Pre-K, but I have years of experience with infant through school-aged children. In recent years, I've been a special needs-focused preschool teacher and a director for before and after school care for elementary schools.
Kat can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Karen K.


Avon, OH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Long Time Special Education Assistant

I have worked with children with multiple disabilities for over 15 years. I worked for Lorain Schools for 8 years. I currently work for Westlake City Schools. I have First Aid certification and have had CPI training (not currently renewed). I enjoy working on behaviors and I am very patient.
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Bunsier M.


Avon, OH

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Jessica I am a mom of Three I'm very dependable and reliable I love cooking , I love helping with homework I am experienced with special needs and I work with children and daycare's For five years I love kids I'm very energetic fun very nice honest reliable person. I am certified for first aid CPR I worked with...
Bunsier can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elyria, OH

Natalia L.

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.

Kathleen G.

4.0

I did not hire because of another candidate.

- Deborah W.

Julisa C.

5.0

Julisa has become an extension of our family with our children. She is caring, exudes patience, and laid back. She comes up with daily activities that our daughter loves and helps her navigate through new projects and her emotions. She easily manages two children (infant and toddler) and keeps up...

- Denielle W.

Tara K.

5.0

Tara is a sweet and loving soul. She has been reliable and so caring to our 11 week old baby. I'm grateful to have her for babysitting! She's attentive to our baby and attentive to details and specifics I share with her about our baby's care. It's been such a help, and we'll definitely be working...

- Angie I.

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

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Elyria, OH are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.