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Rachel P.


Mentor, OH

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Safety and Fun are My Top Priorities!

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I have worked with a 14-year-old girl that has developmental delays, a seizure disorder and a few other medical issues. I also continue to work with a thirteen-year-old boy that has ADHD, OCD, ODD, and Depression. I love working with special needs because I find it so rewarding. It has been a big part of my life for many years...
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Rachel T.


Mentor, OH

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Nurturing, Enthusiastic Nanny With Experience And Education

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Rachel. My passion is using my knowledge to assist in guiding children to develop as the best versions of themselves! I have experience working with a multitude of children with diverse needs in various positions: Pre - Kindergarten Teacher, Childcare Director and a camp counselor at Camp Happiness (a summer...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Rachel P.


Mentor, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have been in child care for over 20 years from babysitting to camp counseling to nanny and pediatric RN. I have experience with newborns to adults also have experience with peopoe with special needs. I enjoy children and am a hard worker. I am currently looking to provide care for one to two families depending on the hours and...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Alicia S.


Mentor, OH

$18/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I recently graduated from Alfred University with a Bachelor of Arts in English and a minor in adolescent education. I am seeking a stable and consistent weekday job (weekends available if discussed in advance). I have experience babysitting children aged 1-6 and am comfortable caring for up to two children. Additionally, I...
Alicia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
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Megan H.


Mentor, OH

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Memory Maker

Hello everyone! I am a calm, creative and knowledgeable college student who is so excited to meet you! I have experience in many things such as healthcare, working special needs students of all ages, babysitting for 4+ years as well as sales. I am currently in my 4th year of college going for my degrees in education and...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

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Stefanie I.


Mentor, OH

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

Mom Of Six And Career Nanny

I worked as a nanny for 11 years for all different families. Special needs, medical care, overnight care, multiple children and house sitting. I am now a mom of six with ages 0-12 years old. I'm looking for a tear job in my home as I homeschool my children. I have an extra mini crib for infants, tons of children's items and...
Stefanie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Patricia C.


Mentor, OH

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Create Fun For Seniors

I have 2. 0 years of experience working with a 91-year-old woman. I spend mornings with her in her home - breakfast, coffee, conversation and walking her 99lb black lab. I also take her to doctor appointments and weekly hair appointments. I will occasionally run errands and shop for food. My experience working with seniors...
Patricia can also help with: Respite care, errands, dementia, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep & more
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Anna K.


Mentor, OH

$8-22/hr4 yrs exp

Hello, I have also worked with special needs/ senior adults at a facility in Ohio for 3 years. I also recently have provided therapeutic services to children with special needs care. I have no issues with pets, have my own car, don't smoke and have no issues with toileting.
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
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Kaitlyn K.


Mentor, OH

$16-25/hr3 yrs exp

I have six years of experience as a teacher, with three years specifically working with preK-3rd grade students. I hold a bachelor's degree in education and have a passion for working with children of all ages. In addition to teaching, I can work with children with ADHD/ ADD, autism, and speech delay. I have three years of...
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Raeanna S.


Painesville, OH

$15-18/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have lots of experience with kids. Growing up with my parents being foster parents for 40+ years with kids of all ages/challenges coming in and out of the house my whole life has built me to have a special bond with children. I also have experience with kids/adults with special needs/IDD. I worked as a DSP in numerous homes...
Raeanna can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Rae was so perfect. She was calm and watched five kids (5 and under, youngest was 1) for us when we were on vacation in Bedford Springs. I would definitely recommend hiring her. Very reliable and very dependable - all kids were asleep and happy when we got back to...

Joanna W.

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Sara P.


Painesville, OH

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Caring

I have cared for children for over 20 yrs (started really young) and have experience with children of all ages! I have experience in caring for those with special needs also but no formal certifications. I love caring for children and helping them learn and grow! I am a mom also and my son is 13 he's special needs (my background...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Dakota A.


Painesville, OH

$18-20/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a home schooling mother of 5. I am a very patient, attentive, calm, loving Person. I have cared for many children, providing safe, loving, educational care. I was a full time nanny for a couple years for a special needs baby/toddler. in addition to child care, I have my own housekeeping business. Ihave worked as a home...
Dakota can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Dakota is very congenial and engages in conversation easily. Very personable."

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Caitlin W.


Chardon, OH

$19-27/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

As a nurturing caregiver with over five years of experience. My friendly, patient, and formal demeanor puts children at ease, and my strong communication skills ensure parents are well-informed about their child's day. Comfortable caring for up to three children, ages 0 to 11, I'm happy to enforce household rules and engage in...
Caitlin can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Caitlin is a wonderful nanny, and has been such a great addition to our family. She is great with our son and has taught him sign language. Our son and Caitlin play with his toys on the regular, and have a lot of fun together. Caitlin spends a lot of time reading...

Jenny M.

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Melissa G.


Eastlake, OH

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Charlotte Baby Sitter Available Full Time

I have five years' experience working with families and youth that have been diagnosed with Asperger's, ODD, ADD, ADHD, depression eating disorders, learning disabilities and ODD in home and school settings. I also have two years' experience coordinating services for individuals with varying mobility, hearing and visual...
Hi there! My name is Sophie. I'm an experienced and compassionate 24-year-old college graduate. I have a several years of experience and a genuine passion for childcare! I have had the pleasure of nannying for several families, offering a nurturing and supportive environment for children of all ages, including those with special...
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Tamara M.


Chesterland, OH

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Medical Assistant And Special Needs Caregiver

I have worked in Cardiology for 11 years for the Cleveland Clinic. The office was primarily elderly patients. These duties include transporting, blood draws, EKG, blood pressure, medication and physical review. Prior to Cardiology I was a caregiver for a special needs and elderly man. These duties included bathing, medication...
Tamara can also help with: Dementia, personal care
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Hailey N.


Willoughby, OH

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a former preschool teacher currently working as a nanny. I'm local to Willoughby, OH and surrounding areas. I'm looking for a babysitting position that will fit into my free time between my other nannying position. I currently work between 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. I have over 8 years of experience...
Hailey can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Juan V.


Eastlake, OH

$18-22/hr7 yrs exp

I recently moved here from Houston Texas, I have been relocated to the Church in the Cleveland area. I have been working for this Church for about 7 Years. Now I have a bit of extra time so I'm looking for a Part Time Job. I have experience taking care of a senior man, I would take him to his appointments, make sure he takes...
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Karen V.


Painesville, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Working With Seniors With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 22 yrs. experience working with intellectually and physically challenged individuals in wide age range. Support including but not limited to hygiene care, meal planning/prep, administering medication, transportation needs, assist with finances/budgeting, socializing, and companion care. I currently work for an elderly...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning & more
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Nicole E.


Chardon, OH

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver For People With Special Needs.

I was a special education teacher for 18 years. I have taught students with multiple disabilities including students with autism, downs syndrome, behavioral disabilities, visual, hearing and physical impairments. For the last 1. 5 years I have been a care taker for a wonderful lady in her 90's for the past 1. 5 years. I took her...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mentor, OH

Raeanna S.

5.0

Responsible, reliable & our 2 kids had a blast too with her, highly recommend

- Reed C.

Dakota A.

5.0

An Empathic Caretaker; available beyond service.

- Rocky D.

Caitlin W.

5.0

We had Caitlin for a weekend job and our daughter loved her. Looking forward to working with her more!

- Annie B.

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