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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
Kelly B.
North Ridgeville, OH
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver Looking For Part-time Or Full Time Jobs.
Hello My name is Kelly,
I am looking for part-time or full time employment. I am available daytime, evenings and weekends. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Education. I have experience caring for infants, twins, and children with special needs. I love animals and ok working for a family that has pets.
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I have 10 years of experience working with children with special needs for a local school district. I am a Certified Occupational therapist assistant and have worked with various different physical and developmental disabilities. I also have my Education degree from Baldwin Wallace. My husband and I have four beautiful children....
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Genevieve Kilgore and I am a Certified Occupational therapy assistant working at a local school district with children with special needs for 10 years. I have my bachelor degree in education. I am also a Certified Ohio volleyball coach with CPR training. In addition, I have four wonderful children, who are...
Genevieve can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I have been a state tested nursing assistant for almost 10 years. I have worked in various settings and many disciplines including hospice, hospitals, private homes and nursing homes. I'm also very patient and understanding when it comes to bathing. It's a vulnerable and private moment and being respectful is the outmost of...
Colleen C.
Lorain, OH
$14-26/hr
Hello my name is Colleen, I currently work as a paraprofessional for second and third grade. I currently am attending school to get my degree in special education. I hope I can be of assistance to your family.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a babysitter for over 14 years. I am currently a special needs teacher and absolutely love caring for children. I have previously worked in a daycare/pre-school setting having to be responsible for a large amount of children at one time all while teaching them basic educational skills.
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Veronica A.
Amherst, OH
$11-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am 26 years old, with a love for kids. I began my child care experience when I was 13 at my local church. I volunteered 10 hours a week watching children from ages 0-6 years. While I was pursing my undergraduate career at The University of Dayton I volunteered my time in an underserved elementary and high school tutoring...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Ann G.
Sheffield Lake, OH
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver Available For Seniors Or Special Needs Individuals
I'm a retired special education teacher and physical therapist assistant. I have a particular interest in restorative exercise for the elderly. I will do light housekeeping, prepare meals, run errands, help manage medications, gardening. I live near Avon.
Ann can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Samantha S.
Lorain, OH
$25/hr • 16 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi all, I am trusting child care professional. I have been in early childhood education for 10 years now. I have experience with all ages. I am CPR and first aid certified. I also have experience with children with special needs. My passion for working with children is to watch them grow and bloom. I provide a fun, caring, and...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Aida O.
Columbia Station, OH
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
My name is Aida, I have 3 amazing sons. 2 of them are grown and on their own. I have a 15-year-old at home. I am a teacher at Spectrum Growth in Lorain. I teach students with Autism and Special needs. I LOVE my job. I am currently pursuing my Masters Degree in General Education and Special Education at Grand Canyon University....
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Lily. I'm a part time college student looking for part time or full time child care positions. I enjoy sports, art, dance and music and have experience working with children with and without special needs from newborn to pre-teen, references available upon request. I was a trumpet player in high school and participated...
Lily can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lily took care of my 1 year old for about 2 months while I worked a contract gig in Cleveland. Lily was kind, caring, and fun! My daughter always went right to her when Lily arrived and was genuinely happy to see her. Lily was always on time, very good at...
Betsy M.
Mckenna K.
Amherst, OH
$13-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 1 year of experience. I have watched my younger siblings growing up and I have watched my cousins too. I worked at the summer camp, Camp IDEAS last summer taking care of kids with special needs. I can make days fun with crafts and other activities they would want to do. I am looking for jobs to do before I go back to...
Mckenna can also help with: Craft assistance
Jill W.
Olmsted Falls, OH
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Looking For Part-time Childcare Work Or As A Senior Care Giver In A Home Environment.
5.0
(2)
I have been caring for a senior in her home for a few months now and I really feel like I am helping someone and it's not just a job. I am also a medical assistant in a doctor's office. So I work with patients of different ages. Before I was into the medical field I was a nanny for 10 years. Thanks for reading my ad and I hope...
Jill can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, errands, transportation, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"in the short time weve had jill she has been a lovely, capable person. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Hannah and I am a PA in the Columbus area. I am BLS, PALS, first aid, ACLS, and ATLS certified. I am a certified Physician Assistant with experience in pediatrics. I have experience babysitting for several years. I recently had a full FBI and BCI background check from the state medical board that I can provide. I...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have more than a decade of childcare experience. I've been a nanny and house manager for several Austin families. I've cared for children ranging from 3 months old to early teens. Special needs children are my specialty and I tend to get along quite well with Autistic (or neurodivergent) children. I enjoy nature, baby sign...
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie has been a fabulous addition as a caregiver and friend for both my daughters (15 and 9) and my dog. She is trustworthy, dependable, has a wonderfully positive attitude and is a natural when it comes to relating to the unique interests of each of my girls....
David G.
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Jocelyn. I am a CNA at a memory care facility. I just recently worked as a teaching assistant at a school for children with special needs!
5.0
"Hired Jocelyn April 16th through Care for my child with Down syndrome and muscular dystrophy. Jocelyn was not afraid to ask questions and it showed me that she cared about my child's safety. Communication was great"
Amanda C.
5.0
(4)
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.
Maggie G.
Berea, OH
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Maggie has been coming to our house to watch our 1 year old for 2 months, and my daughter loves her. She is very dependable, and has been on-time every day. She is very attentive, and good with kids."
Melissa T.
Shannon F.
Cleveland, OH
$17-50/hr • 16 yrs exp
I Am Looking For Part Time Work To Help Families Who Need The Extra Help
4.7
(3)
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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elyria, OH
Lily G.
5.0
Lily took care of my 1 year old for about 2 months while I worked a contract gig in Cleveland. Lily was kind, caring, and fun! My daughter always went right to her when Lily arrived and was genuinely happy to see her. Lily was always on time, very good at communicating throughout her shift (I was...
- Betsy M.
Jill W.
5.0
in the short time weve had jill she has been a lovely, capable person.
- Care member
Kathryn J.
5.0
Kathryn is an amazing sitter! She's the sweetest and great at keeping my nearly 2 year old asleep. I'll definitely hire her in the future any time we need a date night sitter!
- Zoe E.
Jocelyn L.
5.0
Hired Jocelyn April 16th through Care for my child with Down syndrome and muscular dystrophy. Jocelyn was not afraid to ask questions and it showed me that she cared about my child's safety. Communication was great
- Amanda C.
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.
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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.