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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Louisville, OH

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Louisville, OH

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Katharine M.


Kent, OH

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Caregiver For All Children

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello families! My name is Katharine, I'm 22 years old, and I've been babysitting for over 5 years and it's my favorite thing ever! I'm taking a year off from school, so I am looking for a babysitting job for evenings and weekends. In school, my major is art education (hoping to work in an elementary school) so I have done lots...
5.0
"She was very punctual and reliable. She was great with my special needs child. I highly recommend Katie!"

Tom H.

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Cloey G.


Salem, OH

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Cloey! I have lots of experience with children from newborn - teen, as I have a 16-month-old daughter of my own! I have worked with 3 different families from care. com long term over the last 4 years. And a few families short term as well! I have also worked in direct care with individuals who have special needs,...
Cloey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Cloey to take care of our 4 children everyday of the week in the evenings while we would go do missionary work thinking to cover temporary childcare needs. We ended up with her for 2+ years! She was wonderful to us because with our line of work we needed...

Maria R.

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Ronda J.


Kent, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available For Special Needs And Elderly

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hygiene care, transfers, catheter care, incontinent care, medication assistance, operate hoyer's and track lifts, feeding, cleaning, cooking, laundry, errands, b/p, care notes, ROM exercises, etc
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Saylor T.


Uniontown, OH

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Ready To Help Your Day To Day Easier.

Howdy my names Saylor! Let me tell you a little about myself, I like working with kids because it feels like there's a new opportunity to make a new purpose each day, I find it extremely fun to find new ways to play and get creative with my kiddos. There's nothing like seeing a smile on a child's face and knowing you're making a...
Saylor can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Isabella E.


Kent, OH

$20-28/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Bella and I have 5 years experience working with school-age kids, pets, and children with special needs. Teaching, engaging and playing are my passions, whether that be with your furry companion or your child. I'd describe my personality as bubbly, positive and funny. I'm an environmental science major at Kent...
5.0
"Prompt and knowledgeable on how to care for children with special needs. "

Care member

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Denise P.


Akron, OH

$17/hr10 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: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Denise has been a lifesaver!!!! My husband and I have had to do long distance and I have a grueling schedule. She has been flexible, reliable, and just overall wonderful! I can trust her to take care of my little man and keep him safe. She always has new and fun...

Jaime S.

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Karen M.


Clinton, OH

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Parent Of Special Needs Children

I am a mature and experienced caretaker. I have taken care of special needs children including autism for about 15 years. I've worked also with children with developmental delays including speech delay, sensory motor and academic challenges. I've supported in-home therapeutic programs developed by professionals. I'm also a...
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Allison M.


Atwater, OH

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently work at center with children and adults with intellectual disabilities, I absolutely love what I do there but I am looking for more one on one time with the person. All of our people have very busy schedules as do I and I don't really have much time to actually get to know them, which is not what I had expected. I...
5.0
"We hired Allison 2 months ago for hands on senior care. She has exceeded our expectations. She has easily handled all transfers with ease. She has handled all personal needs including showers and shaving. Allison is gentle with my husband and keeps him laughing....

Deborah B.

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Polly A.


Massillon, OH

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Elder

I have experience in elder care, nurse's assistant, dressing, bathing and special needs. I am current in CPR/First Aid.
Polly can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, live-in home care, meal prep, personal care
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Nicole B.


Akron, OH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I'm passionate about supporting families and making a positive impact on the lives of children. With a decade of experience, I bring a wealth of skills and knowledge to the role. My calm and creative personality allows me to connect with children and provide a safe and...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Lily M.


Salem, OH

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

My name is Lily and I am 24 years old. I am currently looking for jobs on the weekend. I have been taking care of children, animals, the elderly, and people with disabilities for most of my teen and adult life. I have experience with children with special needs and I have previous First aid/CPR training, I have my own...
Lily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Eliana D.


North Canton, OH

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am Eliana. I am 21 years old and a senior at the Ohio state university. I am majoring in primary education! I also recently received my associates degree in 2023. I am looking for a part time or full time job for the summer. I am a very silly and outgoing person who loves nature, art, and pets. I have a big family with...
Eliana can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Nancy O.


Canton, OH

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Educator, Tutor, Caregiver For Young And Old. Special Needs Experience, Art Teacher

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Do you need help with your remote learners this year? I have worked in a public school settings as a classroom assistant, tutor, and one on one aide. I have been a lead teacher in a licensed childcare center infant room. I mentored school-age children, elementary school level. I have tutored math and reading, directed a licensed...
Nancy can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jennifer S.


North Canton, OH

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have watched children for more years than I would like to admit (almost 30 years). I have a Bachelor's degree in Education. I am a substitute teacher at Akron Public Schools at all grade levels (K-12). I have substituted for many Intervention Specialists and have tutored many students with a range of abilities. My range of...
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Patricia M.


Navarre, OH

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

52 Year Old Mom And Grandma

I am 52 yrs old, a mother of 4, grandmother of 2, and now an empty nester. I am looking to take on part time child care to help supplement my husband's retirement income. We live on a small homestead in Navarre along with our dogs, cat, goats, chickens, and rabbits. My only paid childcare experiences were as a teenager and then...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kendal Y.


Akron, OH

$13-25/hr2 yrs exp

I Have Been Babysitting Children And Caring For Children At My Church For Years

I have experience caring for children, mostly older (6-13) who are both typical and special needs. I am in school to become a pediatric mental health therapist, and my passion is helping children feel emotionally safe in their environments. If I sound like the right fit to babysit or nanny for you and your child, contact me!
Kendal can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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Cary C.


Akron, OH

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Mature and Experienced Nanny With a BS in Social Work

I have interned for a short period with an autistic agency where I was exposed to a wide range of children with many different abilities. I have also been a personal babysitter for a family with two autistic children and worked directly with one child in home with autism and a seizure disorder. I have in addition worked with a...
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Mykaela Z.


Akron, OH

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! I am a former special education teacher at Julie Billiart. I have experience working with and teaching kids 8 weeks to 12 years old in a day care setting, as a nanny, and in schools. I am currently in grad school working on my doctorate in occupational therapy.
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Erin G.


Canton, OH

$13-18/hr

Experienced And Compassionate Caregiver

Hi! My name is Erin. I have 3 years of experience working with clients as a caregiver through both private pay and professional companies. My husband has Williams Syndrome, my aunt has PKU, and my sister has autism, so I have experience interacting with special needs individuals. I love helping people, so if you have any needs,...
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Gabriella L.


Canal Fulton, OH

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Fun, Caring, Dedicated, And Experienced

Hi! I am a college student and I am looking to make some extra money and what better way to do it by doing some thing I love! I love kids and have been around kids my whole entire life! I have experience with infants and children of all kids of ages! I have around 7 years experience of babysitting/nannying! With me your children...
Gabriella can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Louisville, OH

Katharine M.

5.0

She was very punctual and reliable. She was great with my special needs child. I highly recommend Katie!

- Tom H.

Cloey G.

5.0

We hired Cloey to take care of our 4 children everyday of the week in the evenings while we would go do missionary work thinking to cover temporary childcare needs. We ended up with her for 2+ years! She was wonderful to us because with our line of work we needed flexibility and reliability. I...

- Maria R.

Isabella E.

5.0

Prompt and knowledgeable on how to care for children with special needs.

- Care member

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.

Allison M.

5.0

We hired Allison 2 months ago for hands on senior care. She has exceeded our expectations. She has easily handled all transfers with ease. She has handled all personal needs including showers and shaving. Allison is gentle with my husband and keeps him laughing. She is reliable and eager to work. I...

- Deborah B.

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