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Allison M.


Atwater, OH

$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently work at center with children and adults with intellectual disabilities, I absolutely love what I do there but I am looking for more one on one time with the person. All of our people have very busy schedules as do I and I don't really have much time to actually get to know them, which is not what I had expected. I...
5.0
"We hired Allison 2 months ago for hands on senior care. She has exceeded our expectations. She has easily handled all transfers with ease. She has handled all personal needs including showers and shaving. Allison is gentle with my husband and keeps him laughing....

Deborah B.

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Abby M.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$12-29/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working as a behavior therapist/tutor for children with autism since February 2021. My job focuses on many different skills such as educational or life skills. I assist my clients with a variety of everyday tasks in order to increase their independence. I see myself as a positive support system; to cheer clients on...
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Kara K.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I am a Registered Nurse with a previous BA degree in English literature from IU. I've been working in senior and palliative care for 15 years primarily doing private care for individual patients and families. I have managed home care for special needs and senior clients coordinating 24 hr care, payroll, scheduling and meal...
Kara can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, home modification, dementia, personal care & more
5.0
"I hired Kara to assist with a senior day program I run and she was the best employee I had. She never missed a day, thoroughly enjoyed each senior she assisted and has a great energy full of joy and compassion. When she left to do nursing and private care I was sad...

Lisa B.

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Katharine M.


Kent, OH

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Fun Caregiver For All Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello families! My name is Katharine, I'm 22 years old, and I've been babysitting for over 5 years and it's my favorite thing ever! I'm taking a year off from school, so I am looking for a babysitting job for evenings and weekends. In school, my major is art education (hoping to work in an elementary school) so I have done lots...
5.0
"She was very punctual and reliable. She was great with my special needs child. I highly recommend Katie!"

Tom H.

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Deborah J.


Akron, OH

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Soul Looking To Help Care For Someone With Needs In Need :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

With over 30 years of experience, I have worked with the elderly and differently-able. I have cared for my aging parents, taken courses in end of life care and patient advocacy and I currently care for a 99-year-old couple part time. I have spent the last 30 some years raising my own four children and caring for other children...
5.0
"Deborah is AMAZING. She is a wonderful advocate for elders, people with special needs, and children. Deborah was the primary caretaker for my daughter and continues to care for her when I need help. She was always reliable, trustworthy, and went above and beyond...

Megan H.

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Isabella E.


Kent, OH

$20-28/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Bella and I have 5 years experience working with school-age kids, pets, and children with special needs. Teaching, engaging and playing are my passions, whether that be with your furry companion or your child. I'd describe my personality as bubbly, positive and funny. I'm an environmental science major at Kent...
5.0
"Prompt and knowledgeable on how to care for children with special needs. "

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Isabella E.


Kent, OH

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Bella and I have 5 years experience working with school-age kids, pets, and children with special needs. Teaching, engaging and playing are my passions, whether that be with your furry companion or your child. I am CPR, first aid and lifeguard certified. I'd describe my personality as bubbly, positive and funny. I...
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Bella worked for my family for a year and a half. There is so much to say about how well she took care of my son B, who is 13 now and has autism (non-verbal). I've entrusted her to pick B up from school, run errands for him, and given her a key to the house so...

Deborah O.

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Ronda J.


Kent, OH

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available For Special Needs And Elderly

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hygiene care, transfers, catheter care, incontinent care, medication assistance, operate hoyer's and track lifts, feeding, cleaning, cooking, laundry, errands, b/p, care notes, ROM exercises, etc
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Laura M.


Louisville, OH

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Laura (Nanny)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am 23-year-old single momma of a almost 3-year-old beautiful girl. Kiddos are my life! I enjoy my job and may make it a career eventually. I do overnight sitting, care for children with special needs, transport, literally everything ya need! Even tutoring! I just graduated from Malone University but not actively looking for...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Laura was great with my 5 year old son! She took him to the park, did crafts, read, etc. He looked forward to her coming over every day!"

Candice L.

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Abby M.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Looking To Provide Care In The Evenings And Weekends.

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi! Here is a little about me: I currently work full time as a nanny to two toddlers. I have experience with special needs children and I'm in graduate school currently working on my master's in early childhood special education. I love crafting, nature, animals, and plants!
Abby can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She's always on time & our kids love her! The perfect date night sitter. Thanks Abby!"

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Emily M.


Akron, OH

$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving Nanny, Ready To Learn And Grow!

Hello! I am currently a full time nanny but will be moving to part time when preschool starts in August. At that point I'll be working Monday and Tuesday (8a-5p) and when the kids are home sick. I am otherwise free to help with your child! I have over 10 years of experience. I would love to have adventures to local libraries,...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Emily was amazing with my son! I hired her for the summer of 2021 for the days and nights I had to work. She was always on time or early, very interactive and energetic (which was great for my then 3 year old), and brought fun activities for him as well."

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Kathleen J.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Was A Nurse At Children's Hospital For 29 Years

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a nurse at a children's hospital in Akron for 29 years. I worked in every unit of the hospital and also worked in the recovery room and outpatient surgery unit. I have taken care of many children with disabilities of all kinds.
5.0
"Hired several times and continue to do so. My kids love her. Great with my daughter who has DS too."

Traci M.

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Tiffany G.


Barberton, OH

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

FT Experienced Nanny Available In Akron And The Surrounding Areas

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a professional nanny, night nurse, childcare consultant, caregiver and private educator with 20 plus years of various levels of experience. I have worked with a wide variety of children, families and schools(public and Montessori). I am available and currently taking bookings for day, evening, special...
Tiffany can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Tiffany is amazing with kids. Her organization and creativity helped my kids learn and behave while having fun! She is always dedicated and truly had the best interests of the children at heart. She was able to see when my kids were being obstinate, call...

TRACY V.

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Polly A.


Massillon, OH

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver Elder

I have experience in elder care, nurse's assistant, dressing, bathing and special needs. I am current in CPR/First Aid.
Polly can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, transportation
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Caroline S.


Brewster, OH

$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have more than 10 years of experience with children of various ages and also with children with special needs. I've worked with 9 children at the same time.
Caroline can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Alaina G.


Kent, OH

$15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, I have worked in the food service industry for 3 years and this summer I have been working at Happy Days Summer Camp, a summer camp for children with special needs. In addition to this camp, I have many volunteer hours working with special needs children! I am a kind and hard...
Alaina can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rachel O.


Kent, OH

$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hello, I am a 49-year-old mother of three adult daughters. I live in Kent and I have a Masters degree from KSU in Educational Psychology. I taught children K-12 with special needs for 16 years. I am looking to work with children, seniors or even pets. I am able to do errands, light housekeeping, meal prep, laundry, etc. Thank...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

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Laura M.


Alliance, OH

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, from Bogota city, Colombia. Work experience with children between 15 months - 6 years old in a kindergarten performing accompaniment and homework advice. Likewise, a private teacher and nanny of two children of 2- and 3-years old using arts, exploration of the environment, theater,...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Olivia M.


Stow, OH

$15-18/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Olivia and I am studying Early Childhood Education at Kent State University. I have 7 years of experience with children at all stages of life, and I am comfortable caring for large families (& pets!) I am CPR certified, confident in my first aid skills, and have cared for children with special needs. I can...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Madisyn C.


Barberton, OH

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Madisyn! I am a nurse here at a local hospital and also a photographer! I am CPR/First aid certified. I have experience with special needs. Can help with kiddos who have medical needs. I have 13 years of child care experience. These kiddos range from 0-13! I am able to provide you references upon request....

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in North Canton, OH

Allison M.

5.0

We hired Allison 2 months ago for hands on senior care. She has exceeded our expectations. She has easily handled all transfers with ease. She has handled all personal needs including showers and shaving. Allison is gentle with my husband and keeps him laughing. She is reliable and eager to work. I...

- Deborah B.

Kara K.

5.0

I hired Kara to assist with a senior day program I run and she was the best employee I had. She never missed a day, thoroughly enjoyed each senior she assisted and has a great energy full of joy and compassion. When she left to do nursing and private care I was sad to lose her but realize this is...

- Lisa B.

Katharine M.

5.0

She was very punctual and reliable. She was great with my special needs child. I highly recommend Katie!

- Tom H.

Deborah J.

5.0

Deborah is AMAZING. She is a wonderful advocate for elders, people with special needs, and children. Deborah was the primary caretaker for my daughter and continues to care for her when I need help. She was always reliable, trustworthy, and went above and beyond to make sure she was giving my...

- Megan H.

Isabella E.

5.0

Prompt and knowledgeable on how to care for children with special needs.

- Care member

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