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5.0
(2)
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Autumn F.
Cincinnati, OH
$20-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm looking for a full time, long term live-out Nanny position. I have 5 yrs of Nanny experience. I specialize in infants & toddlers. I have experience with special needs care.
My goal is to create an environment where your children feel safe, and loved while continuing to learn and grow. I'm very hands on, Working with...
Kayla J.
Cincinnati, OH
$20-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She was very nice and my kids enjoyed her will hire again. "
Care member
Kendra B.
Cincinnati, OH
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kendra I'm 29 from PA but living in Cincinnati. Currently working for a nonprofit organization providing therapy for kids with trauma during the week. I am first aid/ CPR trained. I have experience working with all families. References are available upon request. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, listening to...
5.0
"Kendra was amazing with our 3 boys that have special needs. She was kind, patient and very professional. I highly recommend her services and we will be hiring her again. My kids loved her."
Adrienne S.
Carol H.
Cincinnati, OH
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am blessed with a compassionate heart and feel the need to take care of everyone. We unfortunately have several members of my family with special needs and have spent a lifetime caring for them.
5.0
"Carol is amazing. She’s very reliable, when she says she’ll be there she is. She’s flexible, kind, caring and ready to help wherever needed. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
have 5 years of experience. I can
help with Light Housekeeping and
Cooking/Meal Preparation,
carpooling, pets, and homework. I
was previously a teacher at a
preschool and have a class of 22
4-year-olds. I have experience with
children ages 6 months - 14 years
old! I would love to come help out
and have a flexible schedule! I
am...
Madeline can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Maddie was a summer nanny for my 4th and 5th grader! She was extremely dependable always available if we had schedule changes and kept the kids busy with activities and off technology. She was energetic and bonded with the kids and our dog quickly!"
Sara S.
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
5.0
(2)
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,...
Shannon O.
Cincinnati, OH
$28-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Compassionate And Creative Caregiver For Elderly And Special Needs
4.9
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! The majority of my experience is with memory care, Alzheimer's/Dementia. I've also enjoyed spending time with clients who have: Diabetes/home dialysis, Parkinson's, and Down's Syndrome. I am keenly observant and dedicated to the needs of my clients. I am smart and empathetic, so I also attend to mental and emotional...
Shannon can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, respite care, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"From the first conversation we had, there was a genuine connection with Shannon - like an old friend or sister. I just knew she'd be a great companion and extra caregiver to my Mom. Shannon is extremely good at what Mom and I need her for and she truly cares....
Leigh S.
5.0
(3)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Aubrey was amazing with my children! She was very attentive, helpful, and understood their needs when they became upset. She paid attention to detail and taught the children tasks that were new to them. She is amazing"
Nicole W.
Sacoiya P.
Cincinnati, OH
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with kids with ASD for a little over 2 years. I have been an educator for about 7 years. I have ABA experience as an RBT. I run my own tutoring business and absolutely love working with every kind of kid.
5.0
"Sacoiya is wonderful! She worked for my agency that supports adults with disabilities and was great. She is motivated and has such a positive work ethic."
Elizabeth I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started my background in childcare when I babysat through middle school and high school. In high school and into college I nannied for a family for 5 years (often overnight), and in the summers I worked in a local gym's daycare center. During my time at university, I nannied for a family full time and part time (depending on...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there I'm Jordan!
I am a 26-year-old experienced babysitter of over 10 years and have also been a full-time nanny for 2 years. I am fully CPR certified as well as a strong swimmer and have a knowledge of basic first aid, I have worked as a lifeguard for over 5 years. With the summer coming up I'd be happy to help with any...
Jordan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jordan was great! She showed up early, was awesome with our child, and was very easy to work with!"
Care member
I am very familiar with babysitting my neighbors or family friends children, I am also very experienced with special needs children through my experience at school volunteering in different classroom environments.
Patty can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Elizabeth W.
Cincinnati, OH
$15-18/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Ellie and I've had 8 years of experience from cousins, to full time nannying, being a home aid and now a registered and licensed occupational therapist for the past 2 years. I have experience working with many different special needs such as autism, down syndrome, and cerebral palsy. I have experience in rehab regarding...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Zach M.
Covington, KY
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Zach, I'm a high school teacher, off in the summers! I have 3 children of my own. When I'm not with them I'm looking for extra work within childcare/ housekeeping for extra money and to fulfill my time! I make every experience a learning moment. I'm familiar with special needs children, and all ages of children of 6...
Zach can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Laina J.
Cincinnati, OH
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Currently working as a receptionist at a pediatric office. I have 3 years of experience. I have experience with children with special needs. I have four siblings! I absolutely love kids, and would love to babysit! I'm looking to start as soon as possible!
Laina can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Laina was great with the kids at a large party! Always making sure no one would get hurt. And ensuring kids were having fun!!! "
Maura S.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alana! I have been in childcare professionally for 4 years! I love children and being able to work with them everyday is such a blessing! I have experience at Cincinnati Childrens hospital, The Goddard School and Cincinnati Public schools aiding in teaching kindergarten! I am CPR certified, First Aid certified,...
Alana can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello my name is Roshedia. I am friendly, patient, caring. I have always loved to help and take care of people. I have been a (STNA) nurse aide since 2011. In my spare time, I like to spend time with my kids, read, watch movies, paint, go to amusement parks. I have experience with Alzheimer's and dementia, bathing, feeding,...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Independence, KY
Erykah G.
5.0
Erykah is punctual, caring, kind, loving, considerate, fun, etc.
She's hard working & has great communication skills. She's very polite & is a joy to work with.
- Deshaun D.
Taylor S.
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 on time and even texted my husband...
- Sarah B.
Kayla J.
5.0
She was great she interacted with my child and made her feel safe and comfortable.
- Care member
Kendra B.
5.0
Kendra was amazing with our 3 boys that have special needs. She was kind, patient and very professional. I highly recommend her services and we will be hiring her again. My kids loved her.
- Adrienne S.
Carol H.
5.0
Carol is amazing. She’s very reliable, when she says she’ll be there she is. She’s flexible, kind, caring and ready to help wherever needed.
- Care member
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