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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

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Denise P.


Akron, OH

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Preschool Teacher With Well Over 30+ Years Of Experience

4.4

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced nanny and preschool teacher, babysitter, camp counselor, Sunday school teacher and more. I have my associate's degree in Child Development with well over 30+ years of experience in child care. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and have always enjoyed caring and working with children of all ages in one...
Denise can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Denise is the most honest, dedicated, responsible women of God I know, not only as a nanny but a friend , co-worker, life coach and wife. She is very organized and structured, she came right into our space and helped me with my children. She accommodated with...

Shannon S.

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Kathleen J.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Was A Nurse At Children's Hospital For 29 Years

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a nurse at a children's hospital in Akron for 29 years. I worked in every unit of the hospital and also worked in the recovery room and outpatient surgery unit. I have taken care of many children with disabilities of all kinds.
5.0
"Hired several times and continue to do so. My kids love her. Great with my daughter who has DS too."

Traci M.

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Abby M.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Looking To Provide Care In The Evenings And Weekends.

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi! Here is a little about me: I currently work full time as a nanny to two toddlers. I have experience with special needs children and I'm in graduate school currently working on my master's in early childhood special education. I love crafting, nature, animals, and plants!
Abby can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She's always on time & our kids love her! The perfect date night sitter. Thanks Abby!"

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Vanessa D.


Streetsboro, OH

$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I live in Solon Oh I have my own vehicle, I'm Brazilian, I'm a nurse in Brazil specializing in special needs. 4 years of volunteer work in nursing homes, support home for children with cancer, down syndrome support home. I love to dedicate my attention to people with special needs, I was also an Au pair of a baby with special...
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Vanessa D.


Streetsboro, OH

$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as highly qualified, flexible, communicative I like working with kids because the only goal is to be loved, because children are sweet. I'm looking for a job that gives me an opportunity to show my work and an opportunity for me to show how responsible and confident I am. I started working with...
5.0
"I am extremely happy with Vanessa's service and would hire her again. It's hard for me to find babysitters for my 4 y/o daughter, who have developmental delays. She gets anxiety around new people and new places. I made Vanessa aware of this and asked her to meet...

Monique B.

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Lauren B.


Streetsboro, OH

$14/hr • 6 yrs exp

I'm very good with children. I've taken care/babysat many kids. I do have some experience with special needs kids. I can cook and clean. Also take care of your pets if you have any!
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sandra K.


Akron, OH

$14-19/hr • 4 yrs exp

Retiree With Lots Of Compassion To Give

I recently retired from public school system after 28 yrs. Throughout the 28 yrs I also did different part time jobs. I worked for the ymca and did after school care. As a child care provider I would also watch children with special care needs. I love and nurture all kids.
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Tierra S.


Stow, OH

$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

***Currently a full time medical student, thus prioritizing weekend/evening care and one-time or very occasional jobs*** Hello! I'm Tierra, a fun and positive caregiver and dog mom from Cleveland, Ohio. I love caring for, teaching, and providing emotional support to children and adolescents. My previous childcare and related...
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Tiffany H.


Stow, OH

$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny/Babysitter Available

My name is Tiffany, I will be graduating in Aug 2017 with my associates in graphic design. I am 23 years old and live in stow. I have been babysitting /nannying since 2007 when I watched a family of four from 3weeks old to 8 years old. Since then I have babysat for many family's and still do. I also have my license from the...
Tiffany can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Melissa P.


Akron, OH

$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Home Care CNA

I just relocated to the area and I have 18 years of experience working with clients one on one assisting with there daily living. I have references and I'd love to chat more about my skills.
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Marie H.


Akron, OH

$21-25/hr

Care Giver

Hello, My name is Marie. I'm a person who is very compassionate, nurturing, respectful, patient, confident, and modest. I encourage and uplift everyone around me and treat others the way that you would want to be treated. I carry myself in a very respectable manner and believe that your character & appearance can significantly...
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Amy M.


Stow, OH

$11-16/hr • 2 yrs exp

Kid And Tween Sitter

Hi, my name is Amy and I am currently pursuing a degree in Early childhood education from Kent State Main. I then worked in the Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium Kid's Castle for a year. It gave me a lot of good experience for my degree. After working there a year, another amazing opportunity came up for me. I got to assist a music...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Emily C.


Stow, OH

$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp

Nanny

I am a current graduate student at Kent State getting my Masters in Speech Pathology. I am looking for weekend babysitter roles. I have tons of childcare experience; I worked in a childcare center (ages 6mo-6y/o) for 9 months, have nannied (part-time and full-time) previously, and worked as a special-needs aide.
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Alyssa K.


Hudson, OH

$32-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an empathetic, organized, reliable companion, caregiver, and trained counselor. I offer extensive home and personal health services to older adults, young adults, teens, and adults with special needs in the surrounding community. I assist my clients with ADL's, with executive functioning, behavioral health and...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Shawna H.


Stow, OH

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Very Trustworthy And Compassionate

I've been a medical assistant for about 10 years now I'm CPR and First aid certified I'm very compassionate I've worked with autistic adults and children before I also have a lot of experience in the medical field from home health care to retirement facilities to MRDD families. I've decided to work for myself so my compassionate...
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Danielle B.


Ravenna, OH

$11-16/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hi! My name is Danielle. I have been babysitting since I was a freshman in high school which was 7-8 years ago. I've been working at a middle school now for 6 years. I have worked with all ages and even special needs. I love kids and if you need a night out, I'm your go to!
Danielle can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Breeona B.


Tallmadge, OH

$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Lead Teacher

I have worked with kids with a variety of disabilities. I have experience working with children with intensive behavioral issues, helping kids to deal with the big emotions and learning different coping skills to help them deescalate.
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Angela P.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Child Care

Hi, I am Angela, I'm 31 years old. I am a Independent Provider. I have 5 other clients I see during the week. I am looking for some extra jobs on the side to fill my free time.
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Cristi H.


Akron, OH

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mature And Experienced Special Needs Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

for 25+ years while raising my children, as well as many others. After returning to the work force, I was employed with Summit County . They are all current at this time and I am able to show proof of that. . Upon realizing that Summit County would be slowly closing their doors to services of our individuals, I made the...
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Kurrie B.


Akron, OH

$30/hr • 3 yrs exp

In 2021 I entered the field of Applied Behavioral Analysis. However, in 2010 I began working for DODD. I remained in that field for seven years.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kent, OH

Denise P.

5.0

Denise is organized and very knowledgeable about child developmental markers. She did all of the preschool work with our son and prepared him for Kindergarten. He's at the top of his class! Her specialty is taking ideas or topics of interest to the child and incorporating them into the lessons...

- Amber L.

Kathleen J.

5.0

Hired several times and continue to do so. My kids love her. Great with my daughter who has DS too.

- Traci M.

Abby M.

5.0

She's always on time & our kids love her! The perfect date night sitter. Thanks Abby!

- Care member

Vanessa D.

5.0

I am extremely happy with Vanessa's service and would hire her again. It's hard for me to find babysitters for my 4 y/o daughter, who have developmental delays. She gets anxiety around new people and new places. I made Vanessa aware of this and asked her to meet and visit my daughter before she...

- Monique B.

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