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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Painesville, OH

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Painesville, OH

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Dakota A.


Painesville, OH

$18-20/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a home schooling mother of 5. I am a very patient, attentive, calm, loving Person. I have cared for many children, providing safe, loving, educational care. I was a full time nanny for a couple years for a special needs baby/toddler. in addition to child care, I have my own housekeeping business. Ihave worked as a home...
Dakota can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Dakota puts her all into everything she does from caring for your pets/kids/or cleaning your house."

Alysabeth C.

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Raeanna S.


Painesville, OH

$15-18/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have lots of experience with kids. Growing up with my parents being foster parents for 40+ years with kids of all ages/challenges coming in and out of the house my whole life has built me to have a special bond with children. I also have experience with kids/adults with special needs/IDD. I worked as a DSP in numerous homes...
Raeanna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Responsible, reliable & our 2 kids had a blast too with her, highly recommend"

Reed C.

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Sara P.


Painesville, OH

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Caring

I have cared for children for over 20 yrs (started really young) and have experience with children of all ages! I have experience in caring for those with special needs also but no formal certifications. I love caring for children and helping them learn and grow! I am a mom also and my son is 13 he's special needs (my background...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I am a mother of a speical needs 9 yr old boy he is autistic among many other diagnosis he is currently my only child. He is verbal and able-bodied but does have hypotonina although by looking at him you would never know. In the past in elementary through high school I have helped care for those with special needs (with...
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Erin L.


Painesville, OH

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I'm currently a paraprofessional at an autism research school. I've been there for 2 years and absolutely love all of the kids! I have been around special needs children my entire life. My mom worked at deepwood for 35 years. I have been volunteering at her work since I was young. With plenty of experience, I would love to...
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Sarah M.


Painesville, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

LPN

Working with students will special needs in a public school setting for 11 plus years Educated as a nurse Trained to give medication
My name is Dakota. I am a mother of 5 children. While I am not homeschooling them, I work part time helping people. I have worked independently since I graduated HS in 2013. Ive taken jobs from housekeeping. Babysitting. Pet sitting. Elderly care and helping people with special needs! I have worked for a baby/toddler with many...
I've been employed to work as a DSP (Direct Support Professional) with multiple companies. I've nurtured and assisted many different people with different conditions. This field is so heartwarming to see the individuals accomplish their goals in their day to day lives. I've also worked with individuals in my own home through the...
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Karen V.


Painesville, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Working With Seniors With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 22 yrs. experience working with intellectually and physically challenged individuals in wide age range. Support including but not limited to hygiene care, meal planning/prep, administering medication, transportation needs, assist with finances/budgeting, socializing, and companion care. I currently work for an elderly...
Karen can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia & more
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Caitlin W.


Chardon, OH

$19-27/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

As a nurturing caregiver with over five years of experience. My friendly, patient, and formal demeanor puts children at ease, and my strong communication skills ensure parents are well-informed about their child's day. Comfortable caring for up to three children, ages 0 to 11, I'm happy to enforce household rules and engage in...
Caitlin can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Caitlin is wonderful. She is polite, punctual, and such a hard worker. She gave wonderful care to our son who has autism and even when he had challenging behaviors she was always so calm and kind. I would give her my highest recommendation."

Joyce D.

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Anne S.


Chardon, OH

$18-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hi families! My name is Annie and I am located in Chardon. I have 7 years babysitting and 2 years of nannying experience. I currently work at a preschool, working with special needs kiddos. I am looking for nanny/babysitting jobs outside of school hours. Excited to hopefully meet you and your family! :) CPR & First aid...
Anne can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Anna K.


Mentor, OH

$8-22/hr4 yrs exp

Hello, I have also worked with special needs/ senior adults at a facility in Ohio for 3 years. I also recently have provided therapeutic services to children with special needs care. I have no issues with pets, have my own car, don't smoke and have no issues with toileting.
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands, respite care, dementia & more
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Rachel T.


Mentor, OH

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Nurturing, Enthusiastic Nanny With Experience And Education

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Rachel. My passion is using my knowledge to assist in guiding children to develop as the best versions of themselves! I have experience working with a multitude of children with diverse needs in various positions: Pre - Kindergarten Teacher, Childcare Director and a camp counselor at Camp Happiness (a summer...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Anna Z.


Chardon, OH

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hi I'm anna! I would love to talk to you about caring for your loved ones. I am very outgoing and gentle and a very positive influence
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Renee M.


Grand River, OH

$13-25/hr1 yrs exp

I have worked in homes for women with developmental disabilities. I would transfer them from bed to wheelchair and from wheelchair to toilet or bed to toilet, get them dressed, change their depends, etc. I have worked with autistic children (teenagers). It's a passion of mine to work with special needs people. I love helping...
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Nicole E.


Chardon, OH

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver For People With Special Needs.

I was a special education teacher for 18 years. I have taught students with multiple disabilities including students with autism, downs syndrome, behavioral disabilities, visual, hearing and physical impairments. For the last 1. 5 years I have been a care taker for a wonderful lady in her 90's for the past 1. 5 years. I took her...
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Rachel P.


Mentor, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have been in child care for over 20 years from babysitting to camp counseling to nanny and pediatric RN. I have experience with newborns to adults also have experience with peopoe with special needs. I enjoy children and am a hard worker. I am currently looking to provide care for one to two families depending on the hours and...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Katy C.


Chardon, OH

$15-30/hr1 yrs exp

I have experience working with children who have special needs as well as caregiving for seniors. Feel free to reach out if interested!
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Patricia C.


Mentor, OH

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Create Fun For Seniors

I have 2. 0 years of experience working with a 91-year-old woman. I spend mornings with her in her home - breakfast, coffee, conversation and walking her 99lb black lab. I also take her to doctor appointments and weekly hair appointments. I will occasionally run errands and shop for food. My experience working with seniors...
Patricia can also help with: Respite care, transportation, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Leah G.


Chardon, OH

$8-25/hr2 yrs exp

Elder Care

I have 10+ years as a caretaker for children and adults with a variety of special needs. I am reliable, and I take care of my clients with gentle love while bringing my upbeat positive energy as well.
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, respite care, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Painesville, OH

Dakota A.

5.0

An Empathic Caretaker; available beyond service.

- Rocky D.

Raeanna S.

5.0

Responsible, reliable & our 2 kids had a blast too with her, highly recommend

- Reed C.

Caitlin W.

5.0

We had Caitlin for a weekend job and our daughter loved her. Looking forward to working with her more!

- Annie B.

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Ratings for Painesville, OH special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Painesville, OH are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.