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Special needs caregivers in Mount Vernon, OH

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Shauna B.


Mount Vernon, OH

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a mother of 3 that is looking for families and individuals to care for and help where needed. As a mother and caregiver I understand the stress that comes along with caring for your family. My goal is to help elevate this stress by caring for your loved one or yourself as I would my own family. I have experience...
Hello! I am currently a first-year special education teacher. I currently work as an autism school. I have experience as a para, as well as 5+ years of nannying for kiddos with/without extra needs!
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Cassie L.


Johnstown, OH

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Fun-loving Sitter!

Child care has been a part of my life from the very start. I grew up with seven siblings, so I have extensive experience because of that. I also have experience caring for special needs children and multiple kids at a time. I am CPR certified, love anything art/craft related, love playing with kids, enjoy light housework and...
Cassie can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alexandra F.


Newark, OH

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. I have a 14-year-old special needs brother who is full care, so I have experience with kids with disabilities. I also watch children of all ages, and help with homework, clean, cooking, and will take them on "day trips."
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Abby S.


Newark, OH

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Responsible Caregiver - Nursing Background

Hello! My name is Abby! I'm a LPN and mother of 2. I'm looking to leave the nursing field To branch out into other ways to help others. A little bit of my background, I have been working with children since I was 18 years old! My first job out of high school was working with children with special needs in their private home....
Abby can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Samantha F.


Sunbury, OH

$10-15/hr

Experienced Caregiver

I have a brother with cerebral palsy as well as brain damage. I would watch him when I was younger while my mother was at work and on through middle school and high school. I have experience with seizures and I have had medical training for many different things. Anything I don't already know I can learn very quickly.
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Sydni F.


Newark, OH

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi!! I have about 10 years of experience. I have always had a passion for working with children of all ages! I've watched kids ranging from 2 months old to about 5 years old. My absolute priority is your child's safety! I treat the children that I watch like they would be my own, I put all of their needs first and love with my...
Sydni can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Leah F.


Butler, OH

$17-35/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver, Who Loves Caring For Others.

I have 7 years of experience in caregiving, mostly with in home care. I have 4 years of experience caring for people with disabilities and 3 years experience in senior care. I love caring for others and being able to make a difference in their lives. A little about me would be compassionate, accepting, positive, and of course...
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Abby S.


Newark, OH

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Loving Nursing Student Looking To Become A Sitter!

Hello! My name is Abby! I'm a LPN and mother of 2! I am currently about to go back to school for my bachelors in early childhood education. I'm looking to leave the nursing field To branch out into other ways to help others. A little bit of my background, I have been working with children since I was 18 years old! My first job...
Abby can also help with: Personal care, visiting nurse
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Brooke A.


Centerburg, OH

$17-18/hr8 yrs exp

Loving ,caring, Fun Person

Hi friends. My name is Brooke! I am currently an intervention aide at Berkshire middle school. I have been an aide there for 4 years working with kiddos with special needs. I have my summers free and flexible on hours! I love being active and having fun. I spend a lot of time with my family and my sweet dog.
Brooke can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Abbie H.


Newark, OH

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working with children for over 10 years in a variety of settings, but my passion for child care all began with my first nanny job where I cared for a family of 7 children. I have worked as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the school setting for the past 7 years. I have experience working with children with...
Abbie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hello, I'm a very loving and caring person, I highly enjoy having fun and working with children. They make my day a thousand times better with their different personalities. I would be honored to care for your child and help them prosper. I've been a childcare provider since I was 10 years old starting with my Younger siblings,...
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Brittany S.


Marengo, OH

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Experienced Caregiver

I'd describe my personality as fun, caring and responsible. I love working with kids, as my 12-year-old daughter is special needs and I also have many nieces and nephews! Pets are not an issue either. I'm looking for a position where a family is looking for a care giver Monday through Friday and if need be an occasional weekend...
Brittany can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Mary W.


Sunbury, OH

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Mom Of Two

BCI/FBI is up to date! CPR/AED/First Aid, Drivers Abstract etc. I have been an independent care provider for my brother and others with special needs and senior care since May 2006. I have had experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ODD, Dementia and more. I love singing, dancing, cooking,...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hi! I am a Special Ed elementary teacher with 10 years of teaching experience and 15 years of child care experience. I am comfortable working with kids of all ages and have extensive experience working with children with autism and behavioral needs. I am interested in babysitting for occasional date nights or once or twice a...
I have 14 years of experience working with a disabled child who is diagnosed with GNAO1 disorder (very similar characteristics to cerebral palsy.) I also volunteered in my schools multiple handicapped room. Not to mention the many hours spent talking with my mother about what it means to be an advocate for the disabled as she is...
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Sara H.


Newark, OH

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Excitable

Hello families! I have had years of experience working various families; this includes 16 years of experience with a special needs child. I have also worked with varying age ranges from infant to pre-teen. I love talking walks and playing games. Being helpful is my forte whether its running errands or doing laundry. Not to...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Samantha F.


Sunbury, OH

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Reliable Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been babysitting since I was at least 7 years old. Child care is second nature for me which is why I chose to look on Care. I am CPR certified, First-Aid certified and med-certified by the state - meaning I can give medication legally. I have experience with special needs and those with disabilities. My brother...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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