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Find special needs caregivers in Kent, OH that you’ll love
60 special needs caregivers are listed in Kent, OH
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Kent, OH
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hygiene care, transfers, catheter care, incontinent care, medication assistance, operate hoyer's and track lifts, feeding, cleaning, cooking, laundry, errands, b/p, care notes, ROM exercises, etc
Isabella E.
Kent, OH
$20-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Bella and I have 5 years experience working with school-age kids, pets, and children with special needs. Teaching, engaging and playing are my passions, whether that be with your furry companion or your child.
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, positive and funny.
I'm an environmental science major at Kent...
5.0
"Prompt and knowledgeable on how to care for children with special needs. "
Care member
Isabella E.
Kent, OH
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Bella and I have 5 years experience working with school-age kids, pets, and children with special needs. Teaching, engaging and playing are my passions, whether that be with your furry companion or your child. I am CPR, first aid and lifeguard certified.
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, positive and funny. I...
Isabella can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bella worked for my family for a year and a half. There is so much to say about how well she took care of my son B, who is 13 now and has autism (non-verbal). I've entrusted her to pick B up from school, run errands for him, and given her a key to the house so...
Deborah O.
Leah P.
Kent, OH
$10-20/hr
I love helping people. I have been working with the special needs students at my school for the past two years.
Krista R.
Kent, OH
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked with a wide range of ages from children to geriatric. I worked in a psychologists office for three years helping the clients with Alzheimer's and dementia. I'm majoring in psychology at Kent state and I have a focus in special needs and research psychology.
Ziontyana M.
Kent, OH
$13-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Trusted Caregiver For Children, Pets, And Special Needs Individuals
I have at least 2 years of experience in childcare. I have cared for children ranging from infants to pre-teens, providing attentive and nurturing support tailored to each developmental stage. I am certified in CPR and First Aid for all ages! I often volunteer at the church I go to in my free time, so it gives me experience with...
Ziontyana can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Kendall H.
Kent, OH
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am currently graduated from Kent State University, where I studied marketing and economics. I am a very reliable and punctual person, being on time and following through with people are some of my top priorities. When it comes to kids, I have grown up with six siblings which range from ages 5-to 25, so I am very comfortable...
Kendall can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Mallory C.
Kent, OH
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Mallory. Working with children is my passion. I've worked in childcare for 5 years and as a nanny for 2 of those years. I am comfortable with all age groups and with special needs children. I do not drive currently but I am working of getting my license.
Mallory can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Rachel O.
Kent, OH
$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello, I am a 49-year-old mother of three adult daughters. I live in Kent and I have a Masters degree from KSU in Educational Psychology. I taught children K-12 with special needs for 16 years. I am looking to work with children, seniors or even pets. I am able to do errands, light housekeeping, meal prep, laundry, etc. Thank...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Alaina G.
Kent, OH
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, I have worked in the food service industry for 3 years and this summer I have been working at Happy Days Summer Camp, a summer camp for children with special needs. In addition to this camp, I have many volunteer hours working with special needs children! I am a kind and hard...
Alaina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Maya C.
Kent, OH
$12-18/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have 8 years of experience working with kids from toddlers to middle school aged children and special needs children. I can help with crafts, homework, chores and carpooling to and from school or activities when needed. I have a very available schedule, so I can do school drop off/pick up or even during the work day. I am...
Maya can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello! My name is Lily and I am a current junior at Kent State studying Special Education. I have been babysitting and housesitting since I was 14! I have experience with multiple age groups and special needs. I am also available for pet sitting! Besides my classes, my schedule is flexible.
Eleanore R.
Kent, OH
< $10/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Eleanore but I go by Ellie, I love working with and have a lot throughout my life! I've done mainly babysitting but also have experience with children with special needs, and have taught an arts and crafts class while working an afternoon childcare program. I also nannied for a family last summer. I am a...
Hello! my name is Cecelia I'm 19 years old. I have years of official experience caring for children. I am currently attending State University and majoring in early childhood education. I can help with travel, homework help for younger children, and light housekeeping. I am very experienced in working with different types of...
Cecelia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Paula P.
Kent, OH
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aide Available To Help With Self Help Skills, Housekeeping, Meal Prep And Companionship.
I am a Home Health Aide with 24 years working in Healthcare. I started working in a Nursing Home when I was 16 years old as a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have experience in helping individuals with: Bathing, Dressing, Ambulation, Range of Motion and other various self help skills. I also have experience in using lift machines...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat since I was in 7th grade. I am currently in school for an early childhood education career. I am CPR/first aid certified. I am looking for babysitting on the weekends and nannying in the summer. I have my own vehicle and experience with pets. I also have experience with special needs children, swim training, and...
Allie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
I have volunteered at a crisis nursery for 2 years. Children were ages birth-6. I helped care for them, including feed, clothe, bathe, and change them. I also helped facilitate educational and creative activities with them. Some children had behavioral problems or were special needs children. I also spent 3 and a half weeks...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
(2)
Hello! I am currently a full time nanny but will be moving to part time when preschool starts in August. At that point I'll be working Monday and Tuesday (8a-5p) and when the kids are home sick. I am otherwise free to help with your child! I have over 10 years of experience. I would love to have adventures to local libraries,...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Emily was amazing with my son! I hired her for the summer of 2021 for the days and nights I had to work. She was always on time or early, very interactive and energetic (which was great for my then 3 year old), and brought fun activities for him as well."
Care member
Kenley G.
Streetsboro, OH
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Mackenley but I go by Kenley. I love kids! I have worked in the Kid's Community at a church near my hometown for about 3 years. I have two years experience as an assistant teacher and have also had experience with kids ages 2 months - 13 years in my community. I've also had experience with special needs. I'm CPR...
Kenley can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kenley was amazing with my 2 young kids. She was so kind and bubbly and kept them busy with indoor and outdoor activities both mornings she watched them. They had a great time with her. We highly recommend her!"
Carrie W.
Abby M.
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
$12-29/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working as a behavior therapist/tutor for children with autism since February 2021. My job focuses on many different skills such as educational or life skills. I assist my clients with a variety of everyday tasks in order to increase their independence. I see myself as a positive support system; to cheer clients on...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kent, OH
Isabella E.
5.0
Prompt and knowledgeable on how to care for children with special needs.
- Care member
Isabella E.
5.0
Bella worked for my family for a year and a half. There is so much to say about how well she took care of my son B, who is 13 now and has autism (non-verbal). I've entrusted her to pick B up from school, run errands for him, and given her a key to the house so that she could take care of B for...
- Deborah O.
Emily M.
5.0
We interviewed Emily for a position. She was polite and seems like a driven individual with focus on care for others. She was delightful with our daughters. We did not hire her because our situation changed and no longer had an open position.
- Stephanie G.
Kenley G.
5.0
Kenley was amazing with my 2 young kids. She was so kind and bubbly and kept them busy with indoor and outdoor activities both mornings she watched them. They had a great time with her. We highly recommend her!
- Carrie W.
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