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Lisa T.


Hamilton, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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I have been in childcare industry on and off for 20+years. I'm a mom of three, grandma of 6. I have also worked in a special needs home for five years. I love helping parents raise their children and being a source of comfort to parents and children when they are away from each other.
Lisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lisa worked for us for seven years, while our children were infants through elementary school. She was always punctual, dependable and loving. We loved her so much and considered her part of our family."

Jackie B.

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Morgan D.


Covington, KY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Active And Creative Professional Nanny Seeking Wonderful Family

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a reliable, active and nurturing professional nanny with over 15 years of child care experience seeking work 1-3 days/week in Covington/Newport or downtown Cincinnati. I've worked with everyone from infants-teens, twins, ASD and special needs and up to 5 kids at a time. My goal is to nurture creativity, foster confidence...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I can't say enough great things about Morgan. She was a part-time nanny for my daughter from ages 3 months - 10 months in a nanny-share with a girl around 18months old. Morgan was very hands-on and always finding fun activities to engage both kids. I was always so...

Julia H.

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Kayla J.


Cincinnati, OH

$20-28/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hello , I'm Kayla. My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs. I find such joy in being a positive mentor in a child's life. I have 7 years of experience working in daycares, schools, and summer camps along with being a nanny/babysitter. I have all of my vaccines including COVID-19 and flu...
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She was very nice and my kids enjoyed her will hire again. "

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Erykah G.


Cincinnati, OH

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

Ready To Help With Any Special Needs!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently in college studying special education. In the past I have worked with students with ADD/ADHD, autism, speech, and development delays. I have taken my courses in speech disorders and first aid and CPR. I have experience doing tutoring with special needs (working on behaviors, growth, social skills, speech,...
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Haley C.


Erlanger, KY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitting, Nannying, Pet And House Sitting, Mom's Helper

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a medically retired police officer. Prior to my work in law enforcement, I was a nanny to the same family for three years. Now that I've had to retire from police work, I am looking for work to supplement my family's income. My husband is a firefighter/paramedic with the city of Florence. I have extensive First Aid, CPR,...
Haley can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Our kids love Haley! She is very dependable, and great will all our kids, ages 10 months to 11 years."

Thomas H.

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Jillian K.


Cincinnati, OH

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had a variety of experience with children ranging from infancy to adults with disabilities. I have been able to get a wide range of experience from babysitting, as well as volunteering in an elementary school in the special needs classroom.
Jillian can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I have known Jillian for 18 years now. She is honest, dependable and is great with my four year old daughter. She is someone you can rely on in any situation. She would make a great caretaker."

Marianne H.

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Michele F.


Hebron, KY

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Companion Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My qualifications: * Companion Care Provider/CLS/Respite Care * 30 years of experience * $27 an hour. - Light housekeeping and assistance with activities of daily living, medication reminders, emotional support and companionship for seniors and individuals with special needs - Safely monitor and assist individuals with...
Michele can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, respite care, companionship, dementia, personal care & more
5.0
"Michele is an outstanding professional, so glad to have found her! She originally was kind enough to respond to a post to tell me she was not available personally but would check with others to help me locate someone who may be a good fit. Who does that for a...

Joan B.

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Veronica S.


Cincinnati, OH

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a mother of 2 amazing children, 16 and 18! Before children, I took college courses in child development and child psychology. During college, I worked as a teachers assistant at a preschool for 3 years, I worked in classrooms from infants to pre-K as well as on campus after school programs for elementary school...
Veronica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Veronica is THE BEST sitter my kids have ever had. She is prompt, she has experience, and she is a natural with them. I have 4 young children (under 5 yrs), and they are a handful, but she takes care of them all seamlessly. Best of all, my kids LOVE her (this is...

Tracy S.

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Courtney M.


Cincinnati, OH

$10-25/hr20 yrs exp

Special Needs Teacher And Nanny

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I have been a special needs preschool teacher for 15 years, a swim coach for years in Mason and recently left a family I was a nanny for a family in Indian Hill for 9 years as well as babysitting and tutoring since I graduated high school in 2002. I love working with children of all ages, and have experience with many different...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We are from Florida and came to Cincinnati for a wedding. I used Courtney to babysit our 5 year old daughter and accompany us to the wedding so that we could enjoy our time. What an excellent decision. Courtney has a great attitude and my daughter was...

Holly W.

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Erykah G.


Cincinnati, OH

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Dedicated Childcare Worker

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Growing up, I spent a lot of time taking care of my nephew, shaping my dedication to childcare. I was an afterschool volunteer for elementary students at the beginning of high school, including tutoring and play. Later, I was a teaching assistant and aided in the instruction of students with special needs. I have nannied for...
Erykah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Erykah is one of the most exceptional caregivers I've ever know. She cares deeply, loves all kids, and is incredibly dedicated. My youngest is autistic and mostly non-speaking and she adapted to his needs and encouraged his language development every single day....

Sarah L.

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Brittany I.


Cincinnati, OH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available In The Cincinnati Area

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a nurse at Cincinnati Children's Hospital and am looking for some weeknight or weekend babysitting opportunities. I have been babysitting for almost 10 years and I enjoy every second of it. I have loved getting to know different children and their personalities. I have cared for newborns all the way to children aged 14....
Brittany can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Brittany was our temporary nanny for approximately one month before our infant started full-time daycare. We couldn't have been happier to find her, as she is now our go-to sitter for both our infant and toddler. Brittany made sure our infant completed her physical...

Mandy S.

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Michele F.


Hebron, KY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Family Care Provider Specializing In Geriatrics And Special Needs

My qualifications: * Companion Care Provider/CLS/Respite Care * 25 years of experience * $18 an hour. - Light housekeeping and assistance with activities of daily living, medication reminders and more. Emotional support and companionship for seniors and individuals with special needs. - Safely monitor and assist individuals with...
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Samantha H.


Florence, KY

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Building Life Skills, Independence, And Confidence With Hands-On Support

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

*Openings Available for Fall 2024* Hi, I'm Samantha. My focus is on helping families with loved ones who have disabilities navigate the challenges of building life skills and independence, all while staying in their own homes rather than moving into a group home. With over 15 years of experience supporting children, teens, and...
5.0
"Samantha has worked with my special needs daughter for 2 1/2 years. She is a wonderful care giver and even researches places that my daughter may enjoy. She knows the medicaid waiver programs. And she searches for workshops to attend in order to improve her skills...

Zoeann Y.

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Skylar L.


Fairfield, OH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

(4)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a Full time nanny from Cincinnati with over 13 years of experience with all ages! I'm Most passionate about early childhood and have budding experience with different special needs (autism, CP, down syndrome). Drug/smoke free. Safe and reliable transportation. I Love to be outside - museums, zoo, shopping, markets, music,...
Skylar can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I feel so lucky we met and hired Skylar to watch our 8 month old! Upon first meeting her you we could immediately sense her warm heart and integrity. Our son is not the best/easiest napper so with Skylar being so young I was a little worried at first how it would...

Marguerite G.

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Scott E.


Cincinnati, OH

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Scott E…manny (male Nanny)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Currently care for twin 13-year-old autistic boys. I am blessed to be a part of their lives. I've cared for many children of various ages from various backgrounds (and needs). I'd be interested in learning more about your individual care needs. I'm hope I fit the bill for what you desire.
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Aubrey D.


Cincinnati, OH

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Aubrey From Cincinnati

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Aubrey. I currently work as a PCA so I am CPR certified and am calm during medical situations and in emergencies. I am also in school for early childhood education working towards my associates degree. I believe you have to work with children on their level and be observant to best meet their needs. I have...
Aubrey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"My ASD 10 year old loves Aubrey. She is energetic and playful. Also nice to find an affordable sitter that knows ASL and understands sensory needs."

Taylor D.

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Taylor S.


Cincinnati, OH

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Happy And Upbeat Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a very kind, patient, and reliable care giver looking for one-time or part-time jobs. I have four years experience working as a caregiver, both as a nanny and in a preschool setting. I've primarily cared for children aged between 18 months and five years, but I love children of all ages! I also have experience with...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I highly recommend Taylor! She contacted me about a last minute sitting job and was very responsive on the phone (text and call). She is clearly a pro and I could tell right away based on her interactions with my kids she would be great. She got to my house right...

Sarah B.

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Kaelyn B.


Covington, KY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Kaelyn, also known as Mae! I have been nannying and working with children for 10 years. I am currently an afterschool arts teacher and substitute. I taught preschool dance & gymnastics classes for 3 years and nannied for many families while earning my degree at NKU! I have extensive training in First-Aid/CPR, lots of...
Kaelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Kaelyn helped us with before and after school care for our daughters for a year. She was wonderful! Kaelyn was always on time, dependable including with driving to activities, and responsible. My kids love her, and she occasionally babysits for us now as well."

Angela S.

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Kristeena B.


Florence, KY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with, and still do work . I have a long reference list and multiple years of experience working with children as young as six months to 21 years of age which included special needs such as down syndrome, autism, G-tubes, ADHD, etc. I am CPR certified with a BLS status for health professions as I am also a...
Kristeena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"Kristeena babysat our two children on short notice and did an awesome job!! She was punctual and professional. My daughter couldn't stop talking about her the next day. I would definitely hire her again!"

Latoya B.

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Octavia N.


Cincinnati, OH

$22-25/hr6 yrs exp

Kind And Loving Nanny For Hire.

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Octavia and I am a supper nanny! I have experience across all ages. My last position was with a family I started working with when the little man was only two months and he is now a toddler with full sentences. I have worked with children with special needs. I have worked with teenagers whom I was mostly a...
Octavia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is really great with my kids, she keeps them occupied with learning activities and games. She is very clean and keeps the kids play room neat after they play!"

Amanda A.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Harrison, OH

Lisa T.

5.0

Lisa worked for us for seven years, while our children were infants through elementary school. She was always punctual, dependable and loving. We loved her so much and considered her part of our family.

- Jackie B.

Morgan D.

5.0

Morgan has nannied for our 4-year-old over the last two years and we have been impressed and comfortable all the while. Morgan is experienced, responsible, fun-loving, intelligent, reliable, and communicative. Plus, our daughter loves to spend time with her. I would absolutely recommend Morgan as a...

- Care member

Kayla J.

5.0

She was great she interacted with my child and made her feel safe and comfortable.

- Care member

Haley C.

5.0

Our kids love Haley! She is very dependable, and great will all our kids, ages 10 months to 11 years.

- Thomas H.

Jillian K.

5.0

I have known Jillian for 18 years now. She is honest, dependable and is great with my four year old daughter. She is someone you can rely on in any situation. She would make a great caretaker.

- Marianne H.

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