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Charlene W.


Lagrange, OH

$18-30/hr

STNA/Caregiver

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I have been a state tested nursing assistant for almost 10 years. I have worked in various settings and many disciplines including hospice, hospitals, private homes and nursing homes. I'm also very patient and understanding when it comes to bathing. It's a vulnerable and private moment and being respectful is the outmost of...
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Natalia L.


Elyria, OH

$20-28/hr6 yrs exp

Creative Babysitter With Years Of Experience

5.0

(11)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Natalia, and I am a babysitter. I am Red Cross and CPR certified, have flexible hours, and offer several references upon request. Many would describe me as fun, responsible, and creative. I am the oldest of six children myself, and I have had several years of experience as a caregiver. Outside of caregiving, I...
Natalia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Natalia was a great babysitter for my company's event. She was attentive to the kids' needs and did a fantastic job keeping them entertained. "

Latina K.

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Natalia L.


Elyria, OH

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I have done both babysitting and music for children with special needs. I have been employed with an organization for Disabilities, providing weekly music classes at a school. The age range extended from preschool age to high school. This included students with Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, and Autism. Additionally, I have...
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Kristie Y.


Elyria, OH

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Kind, Compassionate, Loving And Caring

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked for 5 years in long term care facilities. I have experience with total care, quadriplegia, dementia, double leg amputees and Alzheimer. I started working privately and caring in my patients homes about 4 years ago. I love the one on one care and companionship that I am able to give to my patients. I'm very loving,...
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Kathleen G.


Elyria, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/Full Time Caregiver Available

4.0

(1)

I have had babysitting jobs since I was 12 years old and continued while in high school and college. I have volunteered for years in my church nursery, pre-school and Sunday school classes. I have been a single mom since my daughter was 2, so I have lots of mothering experience as well as grand mothering since my grandson is now...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

4.0
"I did not hire because of another candidate."

Deborah W.

My name is Aida, I have 3 amazing sons. 2 of them are grown and on their own. I have a 15-year-old at home. I am a teacher at Spectrum Growth in Lorain. I teach students with Autism and Special needs. I LOVE my job. I am currently pursuing my Masters Degree in General Education and Special Education at Grand Canyon University....
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Tori H.


Elyria, OH

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

I worked in a group home for developmentally delayed adults/kids for a year & im CPR certified. I have my own car and a flexible schedule :)
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Pamela R.


Elyria, OH

$25-38/hr10 yrs exp

Big Hearted RN

I have 20 years of nursing experience. I am looking for a client that I can give one on one special care to. I can do medications, g-tube feedings, catheter care, personal care like bathing, dressing and feeding. I have dependable transportation. I have a current resume if requested. Current RN license and CPR.
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Lynda D.


Elyria, OH

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Nanny With Love To Share

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Crafts. I've specialized in infant care as the stages of early childhood development interest me so much I love to encourage and follow the early stages of development. I've probably played my last game of baseball outside but I'm certainly capable of caring...
Lynda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi! I'm Kylie! I absolutely love helping and taking care of special needs. I have experience with special needs as well. I have worked in a group home with 4 disabled women. In this home I provided any assistance needed, taking the girls out to do things, grocery shopping for them, meal prepping, at home activities, laundry, and...
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Kathleen G.


Elyria, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist With Special Needs, Childcare And Senior Care

I have been working as an Occupational Therapist for 25 years in home health as well as rehab and group home with persons with disabilities I love working with senior care in your own home, adult rehab in your own home or special needs of any age. I love and work best one on one with individuals rather than in a crowded sterile...
Kathleen can also help with: Dementia, personal care, mobility assistance, companionship
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Grace R.


Elyria, OH

$19-20/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny With Car

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 6 years of experience. I am comfortable with any age and have care taken for special need children. CPR trained. Comfortable with transporting kids, pets, and housework.
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kathleen G.


Elyria, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist

I was a group home manager for 8 residents with MR/DD as well as the occupational therapist for 56 clients at the workshop and their individual homes.

Hailey R.


Wellington, OH

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare

I have experience working with the Goddard School, I currently work part time at Aqua-Tots, and have babysitting experience over the years as well. I am a part time college student going into Occupational Therapy and have experience working with children with special needs! I am CPR certified and can take care of sick children...
Hailey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Amanda S.


Strongsville, OH

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher Looking For Summer Nanny Opportunity

Hello my name is Amanda. I am a licensed early childhood educator prek-3rd grade. I have spent the last 8 years teaching in the classroom. Watching children grow and learn is my passion! Before acquiring my teaching degree, I began babysitting at 15 years old. I have experience with children aged 3 months and older. I also have...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Amanda has watched my son with special needs. She is always punctual, caring, and patient! My son absolutely loves her!! Being the mother of a special needs child your worry about who is caring for your child shifts to a different level. With Amanda any cares or...

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Jamie G.


Vermilion, OH

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Jamie. I am currently employed full time as an Occupational Therapy Assistant working with the geriatric population. I have been an Occupational Therapy Assistant for 6 years, and also have about 7 years experience as a direct care provider for individuals with developmental disabilities. I enjoy working with people,...
5.0
"Jamie provided care/companionship for our 22-yr old son with autism. She is friendly, thoughtful, and conscientious. We had peace of mind knowing our son was in good hands while we were getting some respite time."

Betsy W.

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Tara K.


Lorain, OH

$20-28/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter! Love Adventures And Crafts. Love Being Outdoors And Having Fun.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a positive and energetic 22-year-old and I have babysat neighbors and family member ever since I was 13 years old. I am currently in my first year of college going for my masters in nursing. I work at a nursing home as an STNA and have been enjoying this job for almost 2 years now. I had a handicap uncle whom I took care of...
Tara can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Tara is a sweet and loving soul. She has been reliable and so caring to our 11 week old baby. I'm grateful to have her for babysitting! She's attentive to our baby and attentive to details and specifics I share with her about our baby's care. It's been such a help,...

Angie I.

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Mark W.


Brunswick, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend Caregivver

I taught for 35 years. I worked at and directed CYO summer camps for children with special needs. After retirement I was a vocational director for a large Non-profit that served adults with disabilities. I recently drove students with special needs to school for a local school transportation company. I am currently providing...
5.0
"I hired Mark to transport my 2 adult kids with special needs to and from their day program. I feel absolutely blessed to have found him. The kids loved him, and he was always punctual and dependable."

Natalie H.

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Grace F.


Strongsville, OH

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

In my 19 years as a nanny, I have dealt with panic disorder, ADHD, inattentive ADD, depression, anxiety, food intolerance, anaphylactic food allergies, developmental, speech, and cognitive delays.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lagrange, OH

Natalia L.

5.0

Natalia was a great babysitter for my company's event. She was attentive to the kids' needs and did a fantastic job keeping them entertained.

- Latina K.

Kathleen G.

4.0

I did not hire because of another candidate.

- Deborah W.

Amanda S.

5.0

Amanda has watched my son with special needs. She is always punctual, caring, and patient! My son absolutely loves her!! Being the mother of a special needs child your worry about who is caring for your child shifts to a different level. With Amanda any cares or concerns that I would be worried...

- Care member

Jamie G.

5.0

Jamie provided care/companionship for our 22-yr old son with autism. She is friendly, thoughtful, and conscientious. We had peace of mind knowing our son was in good hands while we were getting some respite time.

- Betsy W.

Tara K.

5.0

Tara is a sweet and loving soul. She has been reliable and so caring to our 11 week old baby. I'm grateful to have her for babysitting! She's attentive to our baby and attentive to details and specifics I share with her about our baby's care. It's been such a help, and we'll definitely be working...

- Angie I.

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