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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lorain, OH

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Lorain, OH

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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.

5.0

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

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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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Georgia P.


Lorain, OH

$24-43/hr10 yrs exp

Kindhearted Caretaker

Hello there I'm Georgia a caring friend with a few good skills. I was previously a supervisor over homes with a clients with developmental disabilities. I've been doing this professionally for 13 years with a clean background and CPR and first aid certified as well as a state tested nursing assistant, I also currently hold a CDA...
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Julisa C.


Lorain, OH

$15-20/hr13 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I've dedicated the past 13 years to fostering children's growth and development. My passion lies in making a positive impact on their lives while providing reliable support for families. With my calm and creative demeanor, I excel at engaging children through various activities,...
Julisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Valencia F.


Lorain, OH

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Baby Sitter

I'm capable of a great nanny! Currently just got done nannying 4 children (twins started off at 5months old) for 3yrs. I have several years of experience with great supervising and caring for children in the absence of parents. Skilled in diaper-changing and bottle-feeding, able to handle emergency situations and contact on...
Valencia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi all, I am trusting child care professional. I have been in early childhood education for 10 years now. I have experience with all ages. I am CPR and first aid certified. I also have experience with children with special needs. My passion for working with children is to watch them grow and bloom. I provide a fun, caring, and...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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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Natalia L.


Elyria, OH

$20-28/hr6 yrs exp

Creative Babysitter With Years Of Experience

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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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

Deborah W.

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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: Mobility assistance, dementia, personal care, companionship
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Grace R.


Elyria, OH

$19-20/hr7 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, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Nora M.


Avon Lake, OH

$18-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Nora and I currently a third year student at Cleveland State University! I am a Special Education Major and have tons of experience babysitting and nannying. I am very caring, compassionate and enjoy swimming, painting and reading! I have experience babysitting all ages, infants to teenagers. I also have lots of...
Nora can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jessica G.


Avon Lake, OH

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced, Fun, & Patient Senior Caregiver (dementia And Alzheimer's) + Special Needs Individuals

Experienced caregiver with expertise and a passion for dementia clients. Broad experience in other areas including executing COPD, diabetes, and orthopedic rehabilitation protocols. Substantial experience in the habilitation of special needs young adults including individuals with Autism Spectrum diagnoses. Compassionate,...
Jessica can also help with: Respite care, errands, dementia, companionship, transportation, personal care & more
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Bunsier M.


Avon, OH

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Jessica I am a mom of Three I'm very dependable and reliable I love cooking , I love helping with homework I am experienced with special needs and I work with children and daycare's For five years I love kids I'm very energetic fun very nice honest reliable person. I am certified for first aid CPR I worked with...
Bunsier can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Genevieve K.


North Ridgeville, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Genevieve Kilgore and I am a Certified Occupational therapy assistant working at a local school district with children with special needs for 10 years. I have my bachelor degree in education. I am also a Certified Ohio volleyball coach with CPR training. In addition, I have four wonderful children, who are...
Genevieve can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Lauren B.


North Ridgeville, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a babysitter for over 14 years. I am currently a special needs teacher and absolutely love caring for children. I have previously worked in a daycare/pre-school setting having to be responsible for a large amount of children at one time all while teaching them basic educational skills.
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I am currently teaching Pre-K, but I have years of experience with infant through school-aged children. In recent years, I've been a special needs-focused preschool teacher and a director for before and after school care for elementary schools.
Kat can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Nora M.


Avon Lake, OH

$15-22/hr6 yrs exp

Special Education Major With Lots Of Experience

Hi! I am lucky to have tons of experience working with kids with special needs. I am also a special education major. Over 6 years I have had the opportunity to babysit, nanny for extended periods of time and work at an extended school year program for kids with special needs.
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Jessica G.


Avon Lake, OH

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced, Fun, And Compassionate Caregiver For Seniors Or Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Availability, compensation, and distance willing to travel are all negotiable. I have 6 years of experience as caregiver, four in an agency setting, with a focus on Alzheimer's and Dementia clients. Responsibilities include but not limited to; transportation, shopping, medication reminders, cooking (scratch and simple...
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Lynda D.


Elyria, OH

$17-30/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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lorain, OH

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.

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.

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