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Sara H.


Newark, OH

$13-18/hr

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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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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:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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:

First Aid

CPR

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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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Ella H.


Granville, OH

$14-20/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced in tutoring and babysitting, and loves to help with chores, grocery shopping, cleaning, laundry, etc! I have prior special needs training and have worked with special needs teens specifically.
Ella can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Hi! My name is Kate, I have 10+ years of paid childcare experience. I also grew up volunteering on an equine assisted therapy farm, so I am very comfortable with any special needs or extra care needed :) I moved to WPB this past November to continue my equestrian career, and I look forward to meeting those in/around my new...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Marilyn C.


Pataskala, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I work through Ohio DODD since 2020. Have experience with PWS, Dementia and everything in between. I'm certified through Ohio Department of Medicaid, DODD and Aging.
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Julia M.


Pataskala, OH

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hello, I'm Julia! I have several years of experience working as a one-on-one aide in special needs preschool classrooms, as well as some experience in a daycare setting. I enjoy working with kids with special needs, and have experience with autism and low vision/blindness. I interned at the Ohio State School for the Blind for a...
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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Clifton B.


Pataskala, OH

$18-30/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Hello, my name is Clifton I have recently moved into the Fairfield County area to spend time with family and am looking to assist anyone in the community. Some previous work experience includes 4 years as a Kindergarten/ 1st grade teacher (one year in South Korea) and 8 years working in retirement communities. I have also...
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Elyse S.


Hebron, OH

$15/hr4 yrs exp

About Me!

Hello, my name is Elyse and I'm currently a 23-year-old attending Ohio State. I am studying early childhood education. I live at home with my family and all of our dogs! I have experience with children of all ages and have even worked in a special needs classroom.
Elyse can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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...
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Christina B.


Frazeysburg, OH

$30-35/hr6 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

Hello, A little about myself; 41 years old but still young at heart. I've always loved children and babysitting when I was younger, many years of experience! I'm trustworthy, dependable, reliable, nurturing and love the outdoors! I can also provide you a current background and motor vehicle check. I graduated from Newark...
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Lilian C.


Dresden, OH

$15-50/hr20 yrs exp

Bubbly, Fun & Dependable Childcare Provider.

Hello! My name is Lily and I am interested in helping care for your child. My Junior & Senior years in high school I went to a Vocational School where I studied Early Childhood Education. I've worked in public child care settings off and on for 8 years. I went to The Ohio State University - Newark for 3 years where I also...
Lilian can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

Brittany R.


Johnstown, OH

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time LPN

I work for Ohiohealth and have my LPN license. I am CPR certified as well. I have a 9-year-old son and a 4-year-old son who are my world. We are in the Northridge school district. We love to play outside, do arts and crafts, and play sports. We have 2 pups, a cat, a bearded dragon, and chickens(all kid friendly).

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