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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lorain, OH

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Lorain, OH

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Shantelle W.


North Ridgeville, OH

$15-20/hr

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I have work as a DSP and home health aid for over 10 years. I have experience in almost everything. My true passion is help people.
Nannying would be so beneficial to my schedule and yours! I work great with disabilities and all ages, pet frindly, and love to make the days funnand creative!
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Crystel K.


Elyria, OH

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

I am a RN at Fairview hospital I take care of all kinds of patients including dementia, hospice and special needs. I've been in the medical field for roughly 10 years. I have a car, non smoker, CPR/BLS certified and love animals.
Crystel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, respite care, errands & more
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Karen K.


Avon, OH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Long Time Special Education Assistant

I have worked with children with multiple disabilities for over 15 years. I worked for Lorain Schools for 8 years. I currently work for Westlake City Schools. I have First Aid certification and have had CPI training (not currently renewed). I enjoy working on behaviors and I am very patient.
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Ann G.


Sheffield Lake, OH

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available For Seniors Or Special Needs Individuals

I'm a retired special education teacher and physical therapist assistant. I have a particular interest in restorative exercise for the elderly. I will do light housekeeping, prepare meals, run errands, help manage medications, gardening. I live near Avon.
Ann can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

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Genevieve K.


North Ridgeville, OH

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible And Fun Special Needs Caregiver!

I have 10 years of experience working with children with special needs for a local school district. I am a Certified Occupational therapist assistant and have worked with various different physical and developmental disabilities. I also have my Education degree from Baldwin Wallace. My husband and I have four beautiful children....
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Emilee L.


Elyria, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

My name is Emilee. I am 28years old and I have a crazy 5-year-old, N. I have a cute little kitty named fries, Haha. I'm super kind, lovable and outgoing! I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and have a ton of experience. I have been a nursing assistant at a nursing home for 9 years and have lots of experience with...
Emilee can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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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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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Deborah F.


Amherst, OH

$14-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Grandma

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I like working with kids because mine are grown and my grandson lives 3 hours away! I miss him and I'd love to be your child's extra grandma! I'm looking to babysit occasionally for date nights or when you need to run errands. My available hours will vary because I like to drive to Visit my grandson when possible! I started...
Deborah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kelly B.


North Ridgeville, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Looking For Part-time Or Full Time Jobs.

Hello My name is Kelly, I am looking for part-time or full time employment. I am available daytime, evenings and weekends. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Education. I have experience caring for infants, twins, and children with special needs. I love animals and ok working for a family that has pets.
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I have worked in the school system with children with special needs, primarily with autistic children. My heart goes out to the family and friends with children with a disability. What a hard and trying job it is. but also very rewarding.
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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.

Lily G.


North Ridgeville, OH

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter And STNA

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Lily. I'm a part time college student looking for part time or full time child care positions. I enjoy sports, art, dance and music and have experience working with children with and without special needs from newborn to pre-teen, references available upon request. I was a trumpet player in high school and participated...
Lily can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lily has watched my nine month old son has been great every time!"

Zoe S.

I have two grown children, one with special needs. I love kids and have a ton of patience. I would love to help you. I also live in Avon Lake. I am trustworthy and dependable. Thanks J

Mckenna K.


Amherst, OH

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

I have 1 year of experience. I have watched my younger siblings growing up and I have watched my cousins too. I worked at the summer camp, Camp IDEAS last summer taking care of kids with special needs. I can make days fun with crafts and other activities they would want to do. I am looking for jobs to do before I go back to...
Mckenna can also help with: Craft assistance

Judy R.


Avon Lake, OH

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Independent Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Certified with the county for Independent Provider. I have 25+ years experience with special Needs.

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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Jill W.


Olmsted Falls, OH

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Looking For Part-time Childcare Work Or As A Senior Care Giver In A Home Environment.

I have been caring for a senior in her home for a few months now and I really feel like I am helping someone and it's not just a job. I am also a medical assistant in a doctor's office. So I work with patients of different ages. Before I was into the medical field I was a nanny for 10 years. Thanks for reading my ad and I hope...
Jill can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, respite care, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jill is very interactive with the kids and keeps them engaged. She is respectful of our needs. My kids enjoy being with her immensely. She’s been exactly what we needed."

Care member

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Kathryn J.


Rocky River, OH

$20-25/hr10 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: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katie has been a fabulous addition as a caregiver and friend for both my daughters (15 and 9) and my dog. She is trustworthy, dependable, has a wonderfully positive attitude and is a natural when it comes to relating to the unique interests of each of my girls....

David G.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lorain, OH

Lily G.

5.0

Lily took care of my 1 year old for about 2 months while I worked a contract gig in Cleveland. Lily was kind, caring, and fun! My daughter always went right to her when Lily arrived and was genuinely happy to see her. Lily was always on time, very good at communicating throughout her shift (I was...

- Betsy M.

Jill W.

5.0

in the short time weve had jill she has been a lovely, capable person.

- Care member

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.

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