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Find special needs caregivers in Independence, OH that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Independence, OH

The average posted rate is $13/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Independence, OH

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Brianna B.


Independence, OH

$15-24/hr • 8 yrs exp

3.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Bri and I am 22 years old and currently a positive reinforcement but doing my classes remotely. I have had over 8 years of experience with child care including children from around 2 weeks to about 15 years old, as well as children with special needs. I am CPR certified and have my own car for anything your little...
Brianna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bri was a wonderful babysitter to my kids for two years. My kids loved her and I always felt more than comfortable leaving them in her care. She became much more than a babysitter to our family and I definitely recommend!"

Tasha P.

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Brianna B.


Independence, OH

$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Bri. I am 21 and a positive reinforcement dog trainer with 5+ yrs experience with special needs! I have volunteered with special needs kids, and adults on occasion, for 4 years and started helping out and babysitting for about 2. I love helping out and learning new skills and ways to help keep them comfortable and...
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Morgan T.


Independence, OH

$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part Time Independent Provider

Before I was registered as an independent provider, I looked after my 25-year-old sister with Down Syndrome, since about 6th grade. My parents had me cook meals, help with homework, and help her with anything she needed. I have also been involved in our local organization the Upside of Downs, since about 5 years old. At this...
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Samantha P.


Independence, OH

$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Outgoing And Dependable Babysitter You Can Trust

Hello, my name is Samantha and I'm currently pursing nursing at University. I have several years of previous experience as a babysitter, which I was a sitter for two families, for children in preschool and middle school. Over the past few years, I have also obtained experience as a student tutor and as an educational aide for...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
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Francesca M.


Independence, OH

$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Creative, Fun, Flexible Nanny/teacher

My name is Francesca and I have loved working with children for as long as I can remember. I have experience working with children of all ages. I have an associates degree in Early Childhood Education from Cuyahoga Community College. I am currently employed full-time in a school system as a Special Education Assistant. I am...
Francesca can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Kristen W.


Independence, OH

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kristen and I am a licensed moderate-intensive special educator. I have 10+ years working with children at summer camps, providing respite care, and babysitting. I also have extensive experience working with children with special needs. I have worked with children of all different ages. I am First Aid/CPR...

Kristen W.


Independence, OH

$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced Certified Teacher Available Weeknights And Weekends

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kristen and I am a licensed moderate-intensive special educator. I have 10+ years working with children at summer camps, providing respite care, and babysitting. I also have extensive experience working with children with special needs. I have worked with children of all different ages. I am First Aid/CPR...
Kristen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kristen is amazing! She has been incredible with our special needs son and so much help to our family. Our child loves spending time with her and always gets excited when it's a "Ms Kristen day"! :) I can't recommend her enough. "

Oona B.

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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

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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Denise K.


Northfield, OH

$19/hr • 10 yrs exp

Older Adult, Experienced With Disabilities.

I am a certified Independent Provider for disabled adults, I have 13 years experience and have been certified for 9 years. I am CPR and first aid certified. I also have experience caring for seniors and hospice clients, I am a laid back, caring , middle aged adult that enjoys caring for others. I have great transportation and I...
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Jessica F.


Strongsville, OH

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Passionate About Caring For People!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced mom of four children for 17 years (ages 10, 12, 15, and 17) and have worked with kids of all ages! I have led children's ministries at two churches which included lesson planning, volunteer staffing, and teaching for ages infant through 5th grade. My current part-time job has included planning family events...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Jessica was wonderful! My son, who usually is unhappy at first when left with new people, was very relaxed and went straight to her after just few minutes. He was happy and cheerful throughout the day while Jessica watched him. I will hire her again in the future."

Care member

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Sierra M.


Cleveland, OH

$22-40/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a recent M. Sp. Ed graduate currently working as a Behavior Specialist! I have been providing child care for a multitude of families over the past 10 years :) I am available to provide last minute/emergency in-home Respite for adults and young or young adult child(ren) individuals with disabilities!
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Dominique J.


Cleveland, OH

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

About Me

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.

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Glennis C.


Cleveland, OH

$15-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Glennis and I would love to help out your family! I have over 10 years of babysitting experience, six years of summer camp experience, and have worked with kids with special needs and taught swim lessons. I am also adult and pediatric first aid, CPR, AED, and lifeguard certified. I have my own car, love pets,...
Glennis can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Would highly recommend Glennis! She is very dependable and great with our children!"

Jessica K.

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Theresa T.


Cleveland, OH

$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

I am a 38-year-old with 8 years experience working with individuals who 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 homes for 1 year and move up quickly as a House Manager for 2 years and then...
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Shanise W.


Cleveland, OH

$21-35/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun, Dependable Loving Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Shanise. I have been in this field for 7/8 years. I have worked with special need individuals, dementia, hospice, recovery from surgery individuals, blind, death individuals, helping individuals gain there strength back. I cook, light house keeping, run errands, companionship, and etc I love the field in. I just...
Shanise can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Shanice is a funny, down-to-earth person with a naturally assuring aura. She helped me out immensely through a very difficult surgery. I do not know what I would've done without her. I'd highly recommend her to anyone looking for care!-"

Deyanira B.

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Linda V.


Broadview Heights, OH

$18-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Nanny With Educator Background

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a young and playful 63-year-old. I was educator with 18 years teaching special needs youth (K-12) as licensed Intervention Specialist (last background check done in 2021). I've been working in some capacity with young children most of my life, whether that first job as a babysitter as a teenager, as an awesome and fun...
Linda can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Linda was a great nanny to my 18 month old toddler and would make a great addition to any family! She was punctual and dependable and worked hard. She did a great job with my son, being patient with him and teaching him new skills. He was always happy to see her...

Jelena S.

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Mariquetta A.


Cleveland, OH

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Reliable Private Duty Caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Adept at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong rapport with a client. Specializes in elderly and special needs patients. Meals for clients in their homes based on specific diets...
Mariquetta can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

4.0
"Mariquetta is very nice and dependable ,very hard worker and pleasant"

Bryan K.

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Amanda D.


Cleveland, OH

$20-50/hr • 9 yrs exp

Babysitter Available!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Amanda and I recently graduated with a Doctorate in Occupational therapy. I completed research in the NICU with premature infants, working on feeding and breastfeeding! My professional experience includes, working as teaching assistant in a school for children with special needs, nannying for various...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Amanda bonded with my children. I would hire again. Thanks!"

Sean H.

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Jennifer G.


Cleveland, OH

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Jenny and I am 33-year-old and living in Parma Hts, Ohio. I have been watching children since forever honestly. My mom has had an in home daycare since I was born so I've been watching children sing my early teen years. I also have a niece (8) (in my picture, got my sisters approval first before including on...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jenny is by far, the best caregiver I have ever had. She is patient, kind, thoughtful, and a whole lot of fun. I am over the moon knowing that my children are in such loving and responsible hands. She makes every meltdown, accident, and mess such a breeze. We have...

Sasha C.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Independence, OH

Brianna B.

5.0

Bri was a wonderful babysitter to my kids for two years. My kids loved her and I always felt more than comfortable leaving them in her care. She became much more than a babysitter to our family and I definitely recommend!

- Tasha P.

Kristen W.

5.0

Kristen is amazing! She has been incredible with our special needs son and so much help to our family. Our child loves spending time with her and always gets excited when it's a "Ms Kristen day"! :) I can't recommend her enough.

- Oona B.

Shannon F.

4.0

She is very dependable and very understanding in certain situations. She'll always be there no matter what!

- Nonni D.

Jessica F.

5.0

Jessica was wonderful! My son, who usually is unhappy at first when left with new people, was very relaxed and went straight to her after just few minutes. He was happy and cheerful throughout the day while Jessica watched him. I will hire her again in the future.

- Care member

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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