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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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Lisa K.


Cleveland, OH

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Live In Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Lisa! I'm 23 years old and I run a non-profit for kiddos battling cancer. A few things I can provide are healthy meals, a plan for each day that includes activities, outings, rats & crafts, and fun learning opportunities. I also have multiple references available upon request. I am a photographer as well, and...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Lisa was great with our 11-month-old. We will definitely hire her again!"

Sara V.

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Stephany C.


Cleveland, OH

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver

I assist with activity daily living for the young and old, It's my specialty to make sure I can assist with your special needs as a caregiver.
Stephany can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, live-in home care
5.0
"She is punctual, kind and professional. She does what I ask and need without complaint. She is a great companion."

Elaine P.

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Haley P.


North Royalton, OH

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Haley! I have 10 years of experience caring for children from newborns to children who are 13 years old and even children with special needs. I have been both a date night sitter and a long term, full-time nanny. While watching kids I prefer to participate in the activities your children enjoy, we will have...
Haley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

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Jennifer A.


Cleveland, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

*** DODD MEDICAID WAIVER CERTIFIED ***

3.0

(2)

Having worked as a caregiver for 25+ years, I find that helping to make a difference in someone's life, or just seeing them smile, can be one of the most rewarding benefits to not only my job, but in my life. I've worked with a wide variety of people, & have provided care from birth, until end of life. In my free time I enjoy...
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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, and special needs. I take great pride, and truly enjoy taking care of little ones. My daily routines include indoor/outdoor...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lisa is dependable and offers a safe and nurturing environment when caring for your family. She is a mother of grown twin boys and specializes in caring for multiple birthed children with references from like families. She is soft spoken, physically fit and...

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, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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: Light cleaning, transportation, 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: Errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, home modification & more
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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

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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rebecca A.


Cleveland, OH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Semi Retired LPN

Hired by 3 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:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Camille S.


Cleveland, OH

$19-30/hr5 yrs exp

I Am Passionate About Helping People!

I Am A Compassionate Personal Care Assistant With hands on experience providing companionship and emotional support to residents. Well-versed in accurately documenting vital statistics and health metrics.
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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:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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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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: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Independence, OH

Lisa K.

5.0

Lisa was great with our 11-month-old. We will definitely hire her again!

- Sara V.

Stephany C.

5.0

She is punctual, kind and professional. She does what I ask and need without complaint. She is a great companion.

- Elaine P.

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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