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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lakewood, OH

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Lakewood, OH

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Elayna S.


Lakewood, OH

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

WEST SIDE NANNY

5.0

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In search of a part-time (3 days per week) position within the West Side community. I have about 7 years of experience with families of 3+ children. I am medically trained as an STNA and am CPR certified. I have 2 years of experience working in outpatient mental health and 2 years of experience in the hospital- mostly psych and...
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Abby W.


Lakewood, OH

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter,Nanny,Pet Care, Errands,Special Needs. Senior Care Etc.

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I am a married mother of a 33-year-old son. Just retired from an educator job I'm looking to watch your children at night. I love children and have lots of free time to provide world class service! I enjoy taking field trips around Cleveland, and exposing children to different experiences. I am currently looking for childcare...
Abby can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Abby is simply the best! I think I have recommended her to every single mom I know! Her personality and teacher/caregiver vibes are a 10! She is someone I aspire to be as as a person and mom. She was by far the best thing that came out of Care.com for me! "

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Elayna S.


Lakewood, OH

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

FT Nanny/Sitter In Lakewood!

I'm in search of a full-time sitting/nanny position within the West Side community. I have about 7 years of experience with families of 3+ children. I currently work as a nurse's aide at UH but am looking for a job better suited for me while I'm in school. I study neuroscience at CSU and hope to become a therapist. I have 4...
Elayna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Elayna is very dependable and passionate. The best trait in her is how loyal she is to everyone. You will not be disappointed with her."

Leslie G.

My name is Maria but I prefer to be called M, and I am a student studying early childhood education at Kent State University. I have experience working with people (ages 3-18) with a variety of diagnoses! As a student, one of my top priorities is learning all necessary to create a safe space for each and every kiddo in my care,...
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Abby W.


Lakewood, OH

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time

My 12 year job as an Educational Aide has provided me with experience with children with many different disabilities.
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Jamie S.


Lakewood, OH

$16-21/hr • 4 yrs exp

I have worked as a daycare teacher, nanny and then an RBT and now a BCBA! Children are my passion and I enjoy every moment working with them!
Hello! My name is Madeline, I am 23 years old without any children. I am currently going to school to be an occupational therapist. I graduated from Lakewood High School and I was in the Early Childhood Education program. In high school, I shadowed a daycare and elementary school. I worked in a daycare and babysat on and off for...
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Patricia W.


Lakewood, OH

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Skilled School Counselor

Hello. Hope all is well. My name is Patricia. My nickname is PJ. I am a school counselor at The Intergenerational School in Shaker Heights. I have extensive experience with exceptional children. I served as a district rep. for Euclid Schools for 4. 5 years. Also, I currently work for Vocational Services Unlimited for 8 years. I...
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Saja H.


Lakewood, OH

$40/hr • 2 yrs exp

Care Giver

Helped with students with special needs in high school
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Jane P.


Lakewood, OH

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny Or Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have closed my consulting business and I am hoping to do what I love. I have raised three wonderful successful special needs children. I have been trained in the Love and Logic method of parenting which inspires me to use loving approaches to the needs of the children I encounter. I absolutely love babies and children and I...
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Hannah A.


Lakewood, OH

$17-24/hr • 7 yrs exp

Babysitter/pet sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm Hannah and I'm a 23-year-old JCU graduate (undergrad & graduate school). While my full time accounting job is my priority, I have thoroughly enjoyed getting to know the children I've babysat over the past few years and would love to continue that on weekends/date nights. I have had a variety of experience babysitting...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Isabel C.


Lakewood, OH

$16-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

I am a recent college graduate working in the health care field with the elder population. I have over 8 years babysitting and nannying experience, as well as 4 years experience being a caregiver for an elder client. I have my bachelor's degree in health sciences and plan to look into getting my masters or nursing degree in the...
Isabel can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Brooklynn B.


Lakewood, OH

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi families! My name is Brooklynn and I am a career nanny as well as a certified postpartum doula and co-owner of Labor. I have over 5 years of experience providing full time care for children from birth to 12 years old, including multiples and children with special needs. I am CPR/aed certified for both infants and adults, am...
Brooklynn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I am a certified art teacher with 10 years of experience teaching students with special needs in the Euclid and Orange School Districts. I have one year of experience as a teaching assistant in a 2nd-5th grade special needs classroom. I specifically worked with autistic children. During college I was employed at a summer...
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Mark L.


Lakewood, OH

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Unlocking Potential Through Care

More than a Direct Support Professional (DSP), I'm a dedicated advocate for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. My approach is rooted in compassion and respect, driving me to empower individuals towards fulfilling lives. Certified as an Independent Provider through Dept of Development Disability...

Emily W.


Lakewood, OH

$15-25/hr

Newly Graduated Speech Language Pathologist

Hello! My name is Emily and I recently graduated from Baldwin Wallace with my Masters in Speech-Language Pathology during which I've worked with children from the ages 1 - 16 years old. I have experience with children with autism, Down Syndrome, sensory processing disorders, hearing impaired, language disorders and speech...
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Kathryn J.


Rocky River, OH

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have more than a decade of childcare experience. I've been a nanny and house manager for several Austin families. I've cared for children ranging from 3 months old to early teens. Special needs children are my specialty and I tend to get along quite well with Autistic (or neurodivergent) children. I enjoy nature, baby sign...
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kathryn is an amazing sitter! She's the sweetest and great at keeping my nearly 2 year old asleep. I'll definitely hire her in the future any time we need a date night sitter!"

Zoe E.

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Lisa K.


Cleveland, OH

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Live In Nanny

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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

Sara V.

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Amanda D.


Cleveland, OH

$20-50/hr • 9 yrs exp

Babysitter Available!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Amanda and I recently graduated with a Doctorate in Occupational therapy. I completed research in the NICU with premature infants, working on feeding and breastfeeding! My professional experience includes, working as teaching assistant in a school for children with special needs, nannying for various...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Amanda bonded with my children. I would hire again. Thanks!"

Sean H.

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Stephany C.


Cleveland, OH

$27/hr • 10 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: Transportation, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep
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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lakewood, OH

Abby W.

5.0

We’ve been lucky to have Abby as a sitter for our family since our kids were infants, and we can’t say enough wonderful things about her. Abby has built such a kind and caring relationship with our three children, and they always look forward to their time with her. She is incredibly thoughtful,...

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Elayna S.

5.0

We have used Elayna for child care several times over the years and she is always, pleasant, flexible and easy to work with. My kids loved having her as their sitter.

- Angela H.

Kathryn J.

5.0

Kathryn is an amazing sitter! She's the sweetest and great at keeping my nearly 2 year old asleep. I'll definitely hire her in the future any time we need a date night sitter!

- Zoe E.

Lisa K.

5.0

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

- Sara V.

Amanda D.

5.0

Amanda bonded with my children. I would hire again. Thanks!

- Sean H.

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Ratings for Lakewood, OH special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Lakewood, OH are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.