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Shelley L.


Medina, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Babysitter

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I am experienced with Down Syndrome children ( grew up with an older sister with severe ) I have been a caretaker for a young woman at her home before she went into a group home. Also I have cared for an autistic boy 3 years old. I love to spend time in nature and doing arts and crafts, watching movies and preparing delicious...
In the past 5 years I have cared for my nephew who has autism. He has brought more awareness to me as far as patience and protection. I would treat your little ones with the love, kindness and respect they deserve. I will follow their routines and needs you the parent(s)/guardian(s) would. I am open to talk about helping out and...
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Lauren M.


Medina, OH

$15/hr2 yrs exp

College Student Looking To Help!

Hi! I am a creative, caring, and driven 19-year-old college student. I am currently a freshman studying Special Education at Bowling Green State University with the hopes of being an Intervention Specialist. I helped in the special education classrooms all throughout grade school, and it is most definitely my passion, and where...
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Jamie W.


Medina, OH

$18-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, Im Jamie and I am 21 years old. I have over 5 years experience from caring for 4 newborns to age 8. I can help with housekeeping and Errands. My job is to make your life easier. I also have experience with special needs children as well. I enjoy helping so much as well as caring for children! I am CPR certified, have a...
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Rachel L.


Medina, OH

$22-26/hr8 yrs exp

Smile Creator!!!! Dance Party Enthusiast ;)

My name is Rachel! I'm 23 years old. I have nannied for children ranging ages 6 months - 10 years old. I have nannied up to 3 children at once, but willing to take on more if needed. I have worked with special needs children through the adaptive dance program at the dance studio I teach. I love putting smiles on faces everyday...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Caroline M.


Medina, OH

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with eight years of experience, I find great joy in fostering children's growth and development. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my unwavering desire to make a positive impact on young lives. My approach to childcare...
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Mary Lou B.


Medina, OH

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/babysitter

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I love children! I raised three of them! Before that, I was a teacher in grades preschool through 12th grade, in regular classrooms and also in special needs. I have been a nanny for the last 6 years with children from 3 months to 8 years old. I like to actively engage the children in my care with games, arts and crafts, reading...
Mary Lou can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Layla A.


Medina, OH

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hi my name is Layla, I am new to the area and seeking a nanny opportunity with a wonderful family! I have a lot of experience with children, Ive been a nanny for a year, I babysat throughout my childhood growing up. I also attended college for Early Childhood Education for 2 years, leading up to that point I took college...
Layla can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

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Melissa C.


Hinckley, OH

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver - Children, Elders, and Special Needs

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have provided care for children of all ages for many years. I also have 4 children of my own. They are 17, 27, 29, and 31 years old. I have experience as a birth and postpartum doula as well.
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Melissa was great! Punctual, flexible, cleaned up dinner dishes, and most of all-our kids liked her! Thanks Melissa. Would definitely hire her again."

Meredith M.

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Monica P.


Wadsworth, OH

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Blessed With A Servant Smiling Spirit!

I have many years of experience, Loving my 5 children in Bath Ohio. We then moved to MEDINA because my children were 1 year apart and I was driving all day to a private Christian school in MEDINA. I was a personal trainer after my former executive recruitment position. I was blessed to be a stay at home mom. I then did equine...
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Julia G.


Brunswick, OH

$20-35/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Sitter/Cooking&Cleaning

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Julia and I'm a first year High School art teacher! I have tons of experience working with children as a teacher as well as several trainings, certifications and clearances. I worked as a part time nanny through school and full time in summers. I've grown up with siblings and have babysat for many years. I...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Julia is the best of the best. She's professional, creative, and loving. She keeps her authority, sets clear expectations, and treats my kids with respect. She goes above and beyond, and has become part of our family over the past 5 months that she's nannied for...

Hannah R.

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Monica P.


Wadsworth, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny For A Sweet Newborn That Family Has To Move! Available June 14th

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am currently looking to serve a family who would appreciate my genuine LOVE for children. The families I have served were delighted that I enjoy reading & singing, & especially, floor time is appreciated because it encourages cognitive play! I will tidy up & prep dinner: swimming, crafts, & tutored. I teach piano &volunteer...
Monica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She has done a fantastic job assisting my autistic grandson we Continue to have her assist whenever available she goes above and beyond Her call of duty She is extremely helpful and knowledgeable And has no problem going that extra mile we love her"

Heather Y.

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Michele S.


Brunswick, OH

$11-16/hr5 yrs exp

Home Care And Childcare

I am moving back to the Brunswick Ohio area after June 17th. I will be available to provide home care, child care, and pet care in your home. I have worked with preschoolers, elementary age children, and also seniors, for over 15 years. I have also worked with children and seniors who have special needs. I am a loving, caring...
Michele can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Michele S.


Brunswick, OH

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Caregiver

I have worked home care with the elderly and handicapped and also in the school district with special needs students for over 10 years. I have also been around animals for my whole entire life I have Ranch sat horses and dogs in Montana to weekends around my neighborhood in Michigan. I am now residing in Ohio in the Brunswick,...
Michele can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Hello, I'm Sarah and I think I would be a great fit for your family. I am caring and passionate about others. I enjoy being with others. I am willing to learn how to properly care for those who need assistance.
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Gabby E.


Hinckley, OH

$15-50/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! I have worked at an elementary school for the past 3 years. I was a lunch aide for the first year and for the last 2 years I have worked as a mild/moderate special needs aide. I also just completed my 2nd year working for a special needs summer school program with intensive needs high school aged students. I am currently...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Megan G.


Brunswick, OH

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I am majoring in special education at college, and I have coached cheerleaders with disabilities for 3 years, student taught a high school special education class for 3 years as well. Also, I have helped a mother take care of a young girl who is non-verbal with para disease while babysitting.
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Lynn P.


Brunswick, OH

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, Special Needs Adults or Children Provider Full/Part-Time

I am a certified provider from the state of Ohio. I am a certified Home Health Aide. I bathe, feed, dress and do transfers. I worked at Berea Aristocrat, with the kids and adults. I worked at a camp. All hands-on training includes: how to communicate, how to feed, how to do sign language, transfer in and out bed, shower, chair...
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Amy C.


Brunswick, OH

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Professional Nurse Seeking Part-Time Position Caring For Your Loved Ones

I am an Experienced Nursing Professional with over seven years working within the field of Health Care. Having a child with Special Needs myself, I can relate both as a parent and as a Medical Professional. As a Care Provider, I am educated and experienced with tending to the physical and psychological needs of young children....
I have worked for Cuyahoga County Board of MR/DD for 11years. Some of those years was a Habilitation Specialist in a non ambulatory classroom of adults. I have also worked as a Care Partner in an assisted living faculty for a couple of years. I have plenty of experience with wide range of individuals. Also have received my...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Medina, OH

Melissa C.

5.0

Melissa was great! Punctual, flexible, cleaned up dinner dishes, and most of all-our kids liked her! Thanks Melissa. Would definitely hire her again.

- Meredith M.

Julia G.

5.0

Julia is the best of the best. She's professional, creative, and loving. She keeps her authority, sets clear expectations, and treats my kids with respect. She goes above and beyond, and has become part of our family over the past 5 months that she's nannied for us.

- Hannah R.

Monica P.

5.0

Very kindhearted and just a genuine person. She loves life and people!

- Cindy M.

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