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Shanise W.


Cleveland, OH

$21-35/hr7 yrs exp

Fun, Dependable Loving Care Giver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Shanise. I have been in this field for 7/8 years. I have worked with special need individuals, dementia, hospice, recovery from surgery individuals, blind, death individuals, helping individuals gain there strength back. I cook, light house keeping, run errands, companionship, and etc I love the field in. I just...
Shanise can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Shanice is a funny, down-to-earth person with a naturally assuring aura. She helped me out immensely through a very difficult surgery. I do not know what I would've done without her. I'd highly recommend her to anyone looking for care!-"

Deyanira B.

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Robin W.


Cleveland, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver, Medical Assistant

My skills are well aligned by obtaining experience in Neonatology to Gerontology from working beside General Practitioners to Specialists, Physician Assistants to Fellows, Nursing Students to Nurse Practitioners and Midwives. This has given me a wide spectrum of knowledge to prepare me to work with patience, compassion, and the...
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Erica B.


Cleveland, OH

$30/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! Im Ms Erica. I've been teaching for over 16 years and absolutely love what I do. I am a teacher turned Professional Nanny. I have my Child Development Associates (CDA) from the Early childhood council of recognition and a degree in Early Childhood Education. I am a certified trauma informed Coach, a certified professional...
Erica can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Great worker very dependable and trust worthy"

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Theresa T.


Cleveland, OH

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

I am a 38-year-old with 8 years experience working with individuals who intellectual and developmental disabilities. I've worked in the homes feeding, bathing, cleaning and interacting with many individuals of all backgrounds. I was a supervisor in the homes for 1 year and move up quickly as a House Manager for 2 years and then...
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Erin S.


Euclid, OH

$17-35/hr6 yrs exp

Hi my name is Erin, and I love to work with kids. I worked at a Daycare Center for 5 years and assisted the teacher with fun activities for the kids and classroom schedules. I cared for the children from the ages of infants to 12. I cared for individuals with Special needs, and I have my own children with Special needs.
Erin can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Ashley J.


Euclid, OH

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

Lpn

Hello! I am a LPN of 14 years with well rounded experience in many fields from pediatric to geriatric. I love to develop good relationships with my patients so they are reminded despite whatever they are going through they are still a person, even if they simply want a companion to sit by their side. Right now I am currently...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, respite care, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Lauren I.


Cleveland, OH

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have been caring for children for several years. I am comfortable babysitting children of all ages. I am well versed in American Sign Language and I have experience caring for deaf and special needs children in summer camps. I am a college athlete and I enjoy doing various outdoor activities. I am an animal lover and would be...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Carla V.


Cleveland, OH

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Teacher/Childcare Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have six or seven years of full-time as well as part-time childcare as well as PRE K-3 teaching experience. I've also tutored special needs/exceptional children and have worked with several families in the past. I am looking for full or part-time work during the year.
Carla can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Shayla R.


Cleveland, OH

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny/Special Care Giver

I have worked with several families. One of the families I worked with, the child was diagnosed with Autism. I worked with him for 6 months. I also worked in a child center where we had 2 kids with Down syndrome. I am good with all kids even ones with disorder's. I was trained in first aid/child safety.
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Sheila H.


Madison, OH

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs children and adults for many years. I contracted out with the state of Ohio's Medicaid Waiver programs as an Independent Care Giver since 1994, for special needs individuals. I have worked for three families long term ( 8 years with two families and 5 years for another). I have excellent work...
Hello! My name is Maya and I am a current sophomore at Denison University. I am a current psych major (with a concentration in early childhood development) with 2 minors in Women and Gender Studies and Vocal Performance. I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old and have had experience with newborns, children with special...
Maya can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Antoinettea D.


Chagrin Falls, OH

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

GREAT CAREGIVER

Hello, I am a loving caring caregiver who have made in the caregiving business for 37 years. I first started off working for my mother taking care of my aunt who had cancer at the age of 14. I have experience with Special Needs, Dementia, MS , Alzheimer, Feeding Tubes, Colostomy Bags, Catheters. I will cook, clean, meal...
Antoinettea can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Haley R.


Beachwood, OH

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter With An Educational Twist!!

Hello families!! My name is Haley. I am 37 years old, and have been babysitting kids on and off since I was 15 years old. Professionally, I have been a paraprofessional for a local school district for over six years. While there has definitely been an academic component to my work, I have also had some care components as well,...
Haley can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Kameryne S.


Cleveland, OH

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, My Name Is Kameryne. I'm Very Excited To Help Families With The Most Important Job Of All!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am very kind, energetic and determined. I like working with kids because it gives me the opportunity to be a teacher, friend, and confident to the younger generation. I'd like a job that gives the opportunity for both your children and I to grow! We will learn a lot from each other! I started working with kids fairly...
5.0
"Kameryne is a great caregiver and an awesome person. While helping care for our 2 year old twins she: 1.) Showed up on time 2.) Kept diapers dry 3.) Prepared and managed meals and snacks 4.) Actively engaged both toddlers in playtime 5.) Gracefully handled...

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Carolyn F.


Cleveland, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care For Your Children

My name is Carolyn and I have a BA in the Area of Music Therapy and have completed graduate coursework and an endorsement in the area of Special Education, Severe Behavior Disorders and Classroom Management. I am passionate about helping children of all ages and abilities and am a firm believer in treating everyone with dignity...
I'd describe my personality as kind, caring, and joyful. I like working with kids because I love to see them grow and their personalities take shape. I'm looking for a job that is consistent and a positive environment. I am born and raised in Ohio however I am a military spouse of a veteran. We previously lived in Alaska and...
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Chelsy R.


Euclid, OH

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Let Me Care For What You Care For! :)

Hello! I'm a dedicated Registered Behavior Technician with three years of experience caring for children with special needs. My passion is helping kids reach their full potential through personalized, compassionate care. I look forward to supporting your family and making a positive difference in your child's life.
Chelsy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Taryn G.


Cleveland, OH

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Public School Teacher

Hello, I am currently a full time public school teacher that is just looking for part time after school hours. I am a certified PreK-3 Intervention Specialist with a Masters in Education. I look forward to working with you and your family.
Hi! My name is Olivia, I am a high school student at Lake Orion high school but will be graduation at the end of March. I have a lot of experience with kids, especially kids with special needs!
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Allison S.


Beachwood, OH

$20-24/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Caregiver

I have over six years of experience caring for adults with developmental disabilities. I also have experience as a nanny. As well as working as a nanny, I have experience working with the elderly in their homes. I am caring, compassionate and a team player. I am willing to provide assistance with light housekeeping, errands, and...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mentor, OH

Shanise W.

5.0

Shanice is a funny, down-to-earth person with a naturally assuring aura. She helped me out immensely through a very difficult surgery. I do not know what I would've done without her. I'd highly recommend her to anyone looking for care!-

- Deyanira B.

Erica B.

5.0

Great worker very dependable and trust worthy

- Care member

Kameryne S.

5.0

Kameryne is a great caregiver and an awesome person. While helping care for our 2 year old twins she: 1.) Showed up on time 2.) Kept diapers dry 3.) Prepared and managed meals and snacks 4.) Actively engaged both toddlers in playtime 5.) Gracefully handled tantrums 6.) Kept the place clean (hard...

- Care member

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