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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Independence, OH

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Independence, OH

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Kameryne S.


Cleveland, OH

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, My Name Is Kameryne. I'm Very Excited To Help Families With The Most Important Job Of All!

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am very kind, energetic and determined. I like working with kids because it gives me the opportunity to be a teacher, friend, and confident to the younger generation. I'd like a job that gives the opportunity for both your children and I to grow! We will learn a lot from each other! I started working with kids fairly...
5.0
"My kids had a great time with Kameryne. They were all happy, fed and asleep when I got home!"

Care member

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Lisa C.


Brook Park, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Caregiver

Hello, My name is Lisa. I am a mother of three including twins, and grandmother of one. I am positive, energetic, and have 20+ years of experience. Childcare experience includes newborns, twins, special needs, along with food allergies. I take great pride, and truly enjoy taking care of little ones. My daily routines...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lisa is fantastic. She is currently watching my three children. They are twin four year olds and their five year old sister. From the minute she started, things were seamless and easy. She is energetic, fun, reliable, and nurturing. She handles the "craziness" of...

Care member

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Jennifer R.


Brook Park, OH

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Care For Your Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a loving and patient person looking to earn some extra income working with your loved one! I have worked with people with various needs of all ages since 1995 as an Occupational Therapy Assistant. I also have worked for Our Lady of the Wayside. I believe my skills and personality might be of value to you! Please let me...
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Jocelyn L.


Cleveland, OH

$16-19/hr3 yrs exp

CNA at a memory care facility.

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.

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Jasmine G.


Maple Heights, OH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 plus years experience in taking care of children. I am 34. I have a son and a daughter my son is 7 my daughter is 14 I also have 9 nieces/nephews which I've helped raise/take care of, the youngest being 6yrs old the oldest being 24 . Two of which require special needs care. I prefer to do a home visit for both the...
Jasmine can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I did one time cleaning with Jasmine. She is really efficient. She with her team was able to help us in cleaning our very neat and efficiently. I would recommend her and if planning to do one more time, will do with her. Thank you Jasmine."

Theeba B.

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Alina I.


Cleveland, OH

$20-35/hr1 yrs exp

Honest And Caring Heart

I don't have paid caregiver for elderly job before but I do have care for special needs child and I also help me elderly neighbor without pay. I'm open and understanding others needs and I will do my best to provide best service
Alina can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
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Cheville C.


Cleveland, OH

$23-50/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as caring , compassionate, organized. I like caring for seniors because I understand that there are a lot of things that they can't do or just need help with. I started caring for seniors when in 2010. after working for a company with clients with special needs from 2004 to 2010.
Cheville can also help with: Home modification, dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
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Sara J.


Cleveland, OH

$17-20/hr8 yrs exp

I started working with kids when I was a young girl myself. My high school did a project every year where selected students to were able to leave school for the day to spend time with children with special needs at a park event. I didn't know it then, but I would later grow up to find my passion in social work and want to...
Sara can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Marissa S.


North Royalton, OH

$17-27/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi! I'm currently a teacher at a school for special needs. I've been working there full time for a little over a year now. I have been a babysitter for 3 kids in the past (ages ranging from 3-9) for about a year. I love kids of all ages and want to continue pursuing a career working with children! I have reliable...
Marissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

I have a natural ability to connect with the elderly, bringing patience, kindness, and a genuine interest in their stories. I love listening to their experiences, showing them respect, and making them feel valued. Whether it's helping with daily tasks, offering companionship, or just having a heartfelt conversation, I strive to...
Michal can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Rebecca A.


Cleveland, OH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Semi Retired LPN

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 30+ years of experience with children and infants. I'm also a grandma who loves to cuddle!! I am single and a semi retired LPN with many years of caring for special needs children. I am very comfortabIe with babies, even newborns. I can help with light house keeping as well. Would LOVE to work with your family/children!!
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Olivia H.


Cleveland, OH

$22-32/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Creative, Active Babysitter Available For One Time And/or Part Time Care!

Hi, my name is Olivia! I am an award winning former early childhood educator and artist with a passion for working with children of all backgrounds! I have experience with children aged 3 months to 12 years and experience with special needs children aged 3 months to 14 years. I utilize play-based and social-emotional learning...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Haley R.


Beachwood, OH

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked with students with special needs for several years as part of my job as a paraprofessional. I have dealt with student who have Autism, vision impairments, ADD and other related learning disorders.
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Amelia B.


Cleveland, OH

$25-40/hr3 yrs exp

I work in a school district on the east side of Cleveland as a school psychologist for middle and high school students. I have my Masters in Education and Education Specialist degrees. I have worked as a nanny/tutor for over 10 years. I have experience with all age groups and a wide variety of needs.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Mary. I'm a patient and creative soon to be 23-year-old. I started out in university studying middle childhood education for a year and a half before discerning the religious life with a Spanish speaking order in a two year postulancy. I worked for one year at an ECLC watching infants to preschoolers, and one...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Angelique B.


Cleveland, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Private Home Health Aide, Available For Babysitting

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 49-year-old Married Female. I have worked in health care for the past 23 years. I have experience with Autistic and special needs children. I have worked with newborns all the way up to senior adults both in a home setting and a nursing facility. I have also taken care of my brother's children from ages 6 months to 12...
Angelique can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

I have always loved taking care of people of all ages. I love being around people and putting a smile on their face. If they're happy, I'm happy and I love to make a difference
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Mona Lisa J.


Cleveland, OH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Loving Nanny

I have 12 years of experience as a special needs teacher and nanny. I am reliable, honest, calm and patient. I can help with Travel, Carpooling, tutoring academics, laundry, cleaning and activities. Knowledgeable with helping with wheelchairs and transferring. Toileting, bathing and dressing. I love animals. I am fully...
Mona Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Angela K.


Cleveland, OH

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Creative Sitter & Imagination Inspired

I love creating imaginative play scenes with kids. I enjoy teaching them skills through play. Cooking in the kitchen can be imaginative, fun, and they can learn skills they will use throughout their life. From Creating forts, priceless refrigerator art, cookies, and snow people, story time, and clean up, I find delight in the...
Angela can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have five years experience with special needs kids and adult. I am looking for part time job. I used to work as special needs assistance

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Independence, OH

Kameryne S.

5.0

My kids had a great time with Kameryne. They were all happy, fed and asleep when I got home!

- Care member

Lisa C.

5.0

Lisa is fantastic. She is currently watching my three children. They are twin four year olds and their five year old sister. From the minute she started, things were seamless and easy. She is energetic, fun, reliable, and nurturing. She handles the "craziness" of three children 16 months apart with...

- Care member

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.

Jasmine G.

5.0

I did one time cleaning with Jasmine. She is really efficient. She with her team was able to help us in cleaning our very neat and efficiently. I would recommend her and if planning to do one more time, will do with her. Thank you Jasmine.

- Theeba B.

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