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Blair B.


Orient, OH

$28/hr8 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Caregiver

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I have experience with multiple aged children as well as special needs as well. I am great with kids and I love to do arts and crafts with children as well and just play with them.
Blair can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Alisha S.


Grove City, OH

$15-17/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Kids = Happy Parents!

-Professional Nanny -Tot Teacher -In-home childcare provider -Childcare provider for a church -Lead preschool teacher -Special Needs Educational Aide -Substitute Teacher -SAHM -Homeschooling Mom -Volunteer for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio -Believe that parents know their children best!
Alisha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jordan M.


Grove City, OH

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have always had a passion for working with children, especially children who have special needs. I have worked with children who have autism for 6 years, and children who have Down Syndrome for 2 years.
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Jordan M.


Grove City, OH

$12-16/hr8 yrs exp

I have been watching kids of every age since I was in high school. Right now, I have 5 nephews all under the age of 5 that I watch regularly, as well as siblings who are 8-14 years old. I have years of experience with children who have special needs and years of experience as an overnight camp counselor
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Jan K.


Grove City, OH

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Worked With The Chronically Disabled

I have extensive knowledge of the disabled and would enjoy helping a disabled person receive some quality care from my extensive knowledge of the mentally challenged. I have a master's in human services however I have family members that have experienced challenges and we have learned to live life to the fullest comfortably.
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Cherri J.


Grove City, OH

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver In All Fields

Hi ! I'm expanding my services to kiddos/ adults with special needs! I'm honestly not sure why I haven't done this sooner ! I've been caring for people for over 20 years! I love everything about home care ! Years ago I worked for a pediatric home health care agency and have quite a few years experience working at Nationwide...
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Mary R.


Grove City, OH

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Mary. I have experience caring for kids both individually and in large group settings. I have experience working with special needs children as well. I am willing to help around the house, prepare meals, help with homework, and provide transportation as needed! Feel free to reach out with any questions.
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel & more
I worked with autistic children and children with learning disabilities I make them feel comfortable and safe with me and making it where they will Love to to learn
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Shanan S.


Grove City, OH

$10-25/hr2 yrs exp

I took two years in early childhood education, I spent one year at a special needs preschool. I love working with all children and I am very patient and caring.
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Debbie S.


Hilliard, OH

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

4.7

(9)

Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood

Here is an overview of my work history and skill set. I graduated from Ohio Dominican University in 2007 with a BA in English. I graduated with honors. I went back to college after raising my four children. I was accepted into the Masters Program at Otterbein but ended up leaving when my daughter became pregnant with twins and...
Debbie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Debbie did a great job with our 3yr old daughter. We recently moved to the area and needed to find someone to watch our daughter for appointments and date nights. Debbie was great and did art projects with our kiddo. Our daughter was really happy at the end of the...

William V G.

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Nabankema M.


Columbus, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Stna

Am an stna worker for 10 year experience and have love and care for taking care of people in need, am flexible patient and ready to work
5.0
"Sometimes people need special care"

Nassali S.

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Madison S.


Columbus, OH

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Care Giver

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Madison S. and I am 24 years old. I have held many different types of child care positions such as date nights, nannying, respite work, and special needs care. Since I was 13, child care has been my main source of work. Caring for children ages 3 months - 14 years, I have developed excellent skills to problem...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Madison was amazing! I cannot thank her enough for helping me and my family out in such a short notice. She was very prompt and personal with my mother and was attentive to all her needs. My mother was very comfortable with her and really enjoyed her company....

Regina O.

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Joy G.


Columbus, OH

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Looking To Become A Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am looking for my next nanny position! I'm also available for random babysitting. I'm comfortable with children 2 years and up. I have 13 years of experience working with children ages 3-13. Work experience includes nanny, pre-K assistant teacher, summer camps, after school care, and special needs classrooms. I started...
Joy can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Joy was very reliable, and had a great connection with our daughter. We hired Joy as our full time nanny last summer 2021. She came up with fun activities for our daughter to do, yet still made time each day for the daily routines I requested my daughter do such...

Dane D.

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Anastasia M.


Columbus, OH

$25-26/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Anastasia. I am 28 yrs old. I'm from Ohio, recently relocated back from living/experiencing Houston, texas for two years. I do not have any children of my own, however I take pride in working with children and helping the best way I can. I have lots of experience with kids of all ages from taking care of my...
Anastasia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Very dependable and flexible. My children grew to love her in the time she helped our family. Anyone who works with Anastasia will gain a gem."

Janice B.

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Marilyn S.


Columbus, OH

$32/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate & Kind Nanny Willing To Assist In Short-term Care / Temporary Positions

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have over 5 years of professional nanny experience, and well over a decade of babysitting experience! Willing to work with children of all ages, and comfortable providing care for children with special needs. CPR/First Aid certified, willing to assist with household duties, and owner of a reliable vehicle. Recently moved to...
Marilyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Marilyn is great with our 2 sons! We are very lucky to have her and would hire her again any day."

Maggie W.

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Jenny G.


Columbus, OH

$31/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Occasional Work And/or Date Night :)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with adults with disabilities for over 20 years. I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis. I am CPR/ First Aid certified and I am certified to pass oral medications, insulin and feedings/medications through g-tube. I am trustworthy, patient and absolutely love...
5.0
"Jenny is a great caregiver for our adult Autistic son. She works for us full time and basically does everything from taking special care of him, cooking and freezing his meals, laundry, cleaning, etc, She is is a very caring and loving. She treats him like her own...

Karen G.

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Elizabeth H.


Columbus, OH

$17-30/hr7 yrs exp

PCA Certified Nursing Student

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello all! My name is Elizabeth and I have worked as a nanny off and on for about 6 years now. I love kids and used to work as a certified nurse's aid for kids with special needs. I am CPR certified and am happy with working with kids of any age:) I am from a big family and have grown up around children and would love to help...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Elizabeth was amazing and had confidence the moment we met her. She did an amazing job watching our kids and put them to bed before we got home from our date night (an accomplishment all in and of itself). We hope to have her watch our kids again in the future!"

Ryan S.

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Zella P.


Columbus, OH

$14/hr8 yrs exp

About Me!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love working with kids because I thoroughly enjoy the individuality that comes with getting to meet and babysit every kid. Being at school, I always wished I could babysit an infant or babysit the kids that I saw and then I eventually got to. As well as this I am currently volunteering with a local music therapy center and...
Zella can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Zella is fantastic! She is friendly, outgoing, kind, and wonderful to work with. Our daughter enjoyed her time with Zella and is already asking when she can hang out with her again. Zella is dependable, personable, and caring. She was exactly what we were...

Alicia B.

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Angela E.


Columbus, OH

$20-50/hr15 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children grow and learn. My creativity, patience, and friendly nature make me a great fit for this role. I have 15 years of experience caring for children of all ages, and I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and communicating with parents about their child's...
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Angela is outgoing, easy to both talk and connect with for both myself and my 4 year old son. Angela recently started as a sitter for our son. She picks him up from school and gets him settled at home with a healthy snack and an activity until we arrive home from...

Lauren F.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Orient, OH

Debbie S.

5.0

Debbie watched our 4 kids ages 2-8. They loved having her. Thank you so much!

- Courtney B.

Nabankema M.

5.0

She's really nice person and very kind.

- HORIS M.

Madison S.

5.0

Madison was amazing! I cannot thank her enough for helping me and my family out in such a short notice. She was very prompt and personal with my mother and was attentive to all her needs. My mother was very comfortable with her and really enjoyed her company. I'm going to continue using Madison...

- Regina O.

Joy G.

5.0

Joy was very reliable, and had a great connection with our daughter. We hired Joy as our full time nanny last summer 2021. She came up with fun activities for our daughter to do, yet still made time each day for the daily routines I requested my daughter do such as reading, practicing hand...

- Dane D.

Anastasia M.

5.0

Very dependable and flexible. My children grew to love her in the time she helped our family. Anyone who works with Anastasia will gain a gem.

- Janice B.

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