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Renee M.


Grand River, OH

$13-25/hr1 yrs exp

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I have worked in homes for women with developmental disabilities. I would transfer them from bed to wheelchair and from wheelchair to toilet or bed to toilet, get them dressed, change their depends, etc. I have worked with autistic children (teenagers). It's a passion of mine to work with special needs people. I love helping...
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Raeanna S.


Painesville, OH

$15-18/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have lots of experience with kids. Growing up with my parents being foster parents for 40+ years with kids of all ages/challenges coming in and out of the house my whole life has built me to have a special bond with children. I also have experience with kids/adults with special needs/IDD. I worked as a DSP in numerous homes...
Raeanna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rae was so perfect. She was calm and watched five kids (5 and under, youngest was 1) for us when we were on vacation in Bedford Springs. I would definitely recommend hiring her. Very reliable and very dependable - all kids were asleep and happy when we got back to...

Joanna W.

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Sherry S.


Mentor, OH

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked as a professional nanny for more than a decade and in daycare for more than four years. I cared for children ages ranging from 6 weeks old to late elementary. I also have experience with twins and special needs children, homeschooling, night nanny services, overnights, and preteens.
Sherry can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ms. Sherry did an outstanding job looking after our baby. From the first time she came to our home for an interview until the last day she worked with us, our baby was always happy to see her. Ms. Sherry always went above and beyond to take care of our son,...

Danye L.

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Dakota A.


Painesville, OH

$18-20/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a home schooling mother of 5. I am a very patient, attentive, calm, loving Person. I have cared for many children, providing safe, loving, educational care. I was a full time nanny for a couple years for a special needs baby/toddler. in addition to child care, I have my own housekeeping business. Ihave worked as a home...
Dakota can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Dakota is very congenial and engages in conversation easily. Very personable."

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Megan H.


Mentor, OH

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Memory Maker

Hello everyone! I am a calm, creative and knowledgeable college student who is so excited to meet you! I have experience in many things such as healthcare, working special needs students of all ages, babysitting for 4+ years as well as sales. I am currently in my 4th year of college going for my degrees in education and...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

My name is Dakota. I am a mother of 5 children. While I am not homeschooling them, I work part time helping people. I have worked independently since I graduated HS in 2013. Ive taken jobs from housekeeping. Babysitting. Pet sitting. Elderly care and helping people with special needs! I have worked for a baby/toddler with many...
I am a mother of a speical needs 9 yr old boy he is autistic among many other diagnosis he is currently my only child. He is verbal and able-bodied but does have hypotonina although by looking at him you would never know. In the past in elementary through high school I have helped care for those with special needs (with...
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Karen V.


Painesville, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Working With Seniors With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 22 yrs. experience working with intellectually and physically challenged individuals in wide age range. Support including but not limited to hygiene care, meal planning/prep, administering medication, transportation needs, assist with finances/budgeting, socializing, and companion care. I currently work for an elderly...
Karen can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
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Sara P.


Painesville, OH

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Caring

I have cared for children for over 20 yrs (started really young) and have experience with children of all ages! I have experience in caring for those with special needs also but no formal certifications. I love caring for children and helping them learn and grow! I am a mom also and my son is 13 he's special needs (my background...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Patricia C.


Mentor, OH

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Create Fun For Seniors

I have 2. 0 years of experience working with a 91-year-old woman. I spend mornings with her in her home - breakfast, coffee, conversation and walking her 99lb black lab. I also take her to doctor appointments and weekly hair appointments. I will occasionally run errands and shop for food. My experience working with seniors...
Patricia can also help with: Transportation, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care & more
I've been employed to work as a DSP (Direct Support Professional) with multiple companies. I've nurtured and assisted many different people with different conditions. This field is so heartwarming to see the individuals accomplish their goals in their day to day lives. I've also worked with individuals in my own home through the...
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Alicia S.


Mentor, OH

$18/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I recently graduated from Alfred University with a Bachelor of Arts in English and a minor in adolescent education. I am seeking a stable and consistent weekday job (weekends available if discussed in advance). I have experience babysitting children aged 1-6 and am comfortable caring for up to two children. Additionally, I...
Alicia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
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Rachel T.


Mentor, OH

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Nurturing, Enthusiastic Nanny With Experience And Education

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Rachel. My passion is using my knowledge to assist in guiding children to develop as the best versions of themselves! I have experience working with a multitude of children with diverse needs in various positions: Pre - Kindergarten Teacher, Childcare Director and a camp counselor at Camp Happiness (a summer...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sarah M.


Painesville, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

LPN

Working with students will special needs in a public school setting for 11 plus years Educated as a nurse Trained to give medication
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Sherry S.


Mentor, OH

$10-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an professional nanny with over eight years of experience. During those years, I have worked for three years with a child diagnosed with Down syndrome, and and another child diagnosed with attachment disorder. I consider myself patient and in-tune to the needs of all the children I worked with. I am stern, but affectionate,...
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Stefanie I.


Mentor, OH

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

Mom Of Six And Career Nanny

I worked as a nanny for 11 years for all different families. Special needs, medical care, overnight care, multiple children and house sitting. I am now a mom of six with ages 0-12 years old. I'm looking for a tear job in my home as I homeschool my children. I have an extra mini crib for infants, tons of children's items and...
Stefanie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Erin L.


Painesville, OH

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I'm currently a paraprofessional at an autism research school. I've been there for 2 years and absolutely love all of the kids! I have been around special needs children my entire life. My mom worked at deepwood for 35 years. I have been volunteering at her work since I was young. With plenty of experience, I would love to...
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Kaitlyn K.


Mentor, OH

$16-25/hr3 yrs exp

I have six years of experience as a teacher, with three years specifically working with preK-3rd grade students. I hold a bachelor's degree in education and have a passion for working with children of all ages. In addition to teaching, I can work with children with ADHD/ ADD, autism, and speech delay. I have three years of...
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Krista D.


Euclid, OH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

My name is Krista and I am an energetic, creative, reliable and caring 37-year-old, available for full-time, part-time and/or occasionally needed services. I provide fun, friendly, firm and flexible care that parents/guardians can truly be confident in. I have been caring for children for more than 15 years and I have a plethora...
Krista can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Krista is kind and patient and loving. Everything you would want when someone is caring for your child. I would hire her again in a second! "

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Krista D.


Euclid, OH

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

I am currently a child care worker in a Bedford Heights Center as I work with children, ages 6 weeks to 18 months. I also have a child in my class who is on a feeding machine and an epipen. I am certified by the state. I also Have previously worked in a group home caring for three women with MR/DD for nine months. I have my CPR,...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Grand River, OH

Raeanna S.

5.0

Responsible, reliable & our 2 kids had a blast too with her, highly recommend

- Reed C.

Sherry S.

5.0

Ms. Sherry did an outstanding job looking after our baby. From the first time she came to our home for an interview until the last day she worked with us, our baby was always happy to see her. Ms. Sherry always went above and beyond to take care of our son, demonstrating creativity when she...

- Danye L.

Dakota A.

5.0

An Empathic Caretaker; available beyond service.

- Rocky D.

Krista D.

5.0

Krista has been our nanny Monday-Friday for over a year and a half. Hiring her as our nanny for our son was the best decision we ever made. From the time he was 2-4, Krista played an integral role in our son’s development. Apart from being an incredible caretaker, she went above and beyond to close...

- Care member

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