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Find special needs caregivers in Ravenna, OH that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ravenna, OH

The average posted rate is $10/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Ravenna, OH

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Krista R.


Kent, OH

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

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I have worked with a wide range of ages from children to geriatric. I worked in a psychologists office for three years helping the clients with Alzheimer's and dementia. I'm majoring in psychology at Kent state and I have a focus in special needs and research psychology.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

work for company with older special needs men love to clean and have an easy going style. live in Atwater close and dependable.
Michael can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Megan D.


Kent, OH

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have volunteered at a crisis nursery for 2 years. Children were ages birth-6. I helped care for them, including feed, clothe, bathe, and change them. I also helped facilitate educational and creative activities with them. Some children had behavioral problems or were special needs children. I also spent 3 and a half weeks...
Megan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling

Michael M.


Atwater, OH

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Care

2018 till 2020 care for special needs also will be still on call with that job in Ravenna ohio live close and can be on call if things come up with your needs as a family. like to keep a clean house and easy going with daily needs of kids.
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Allie B.


Kent, OH

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

College Student Looking For Childcare/nanny Summer Work

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have babysat since I was in 7th grade. I am currently in school for an early childhood education career. I am CPR/first aid certified. I am looking for babysitting on the weekends and nannying in the summer. I have my own vehicle and experience with pets. I also have experience with special needs children, swim training, and...
Allie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Michael M.


Atwater, OH

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver Housecleaner And Special Needs Skill

work for company with special needs 53 yr male looking for fall and winter work i like to keep busy and outgoing
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Abby M.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

Looking To Provide Care In The Evenings And Weekends.

5.0

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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Abby was excellent with my son, very attentive and caring."

Ryan V.

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Vanessa D.


Streetsboro, OH

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as highly qualified, flexible, communicative I like working with kids because the only goal is to be loved, because children are sweet. I'm looking for a job that gives me an opportunity to show my work and an opportunity for me to show how responsible and confident I am. I started working with...
5.0
"I am extremely happy with Vanessa's service and would hire her again. It's hard for me to find babysitters for my 4 y/o daughter, who have developmental delays. She gets anxiety around new people and new places. I made Vanessa aware of this and asked her to meet...

Monique B.

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Emily M.


Akron, OH

$20-28/hr10 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: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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Kenley G.


Tallmadge, OH

$26/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Mackenley but I go by Kenley. I'm currently a senior at Kent State University (living in Columbus) and I love kids! I have worked in the Kid's Community at a church near my hometown for about 3 years. I am currently an assistant teacher and have also had experience with kids ages 2 months - 13 years in my...
Kenley can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kenley was amazing with my 2 young kids. She was so kind and bubbly and kept them busy with indoor and outdoor activities both mornings she watched them. They had a great time with her. We highly recommend her!"

Carrie W.

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Abby M.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$12-29/hr1 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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Adrienne C.


Aurora, OH

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Adrienne! I'm 23 years old and have been working as a Registered Behavior Technician for children with autism for almost 2 years now! I graduated from the University of Dayton in 2022 with a bachelors degree in psychology! I've been babysitting since I was in middle school and just absolutely love kids! I've babysat kids...
Adrienne can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Adrienne was a joy to have in our home. She was very good with the kids. Also she was good with one of my kids who has special needs. My kids love her. She's dependable & responsible."

Bonnie B.

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Julia T.


Aurora, OH

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Great Sitter And Memory Creator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I can help with absolutely anything a family needs! Extremely experienced with special needs care. Would love to help make life easier for all parents.
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Julia was AMAZING! We were in a horrible situation where our original sitter did not show up. We had 45 min to find a sitter and get to a wedding. Julia literally dropped everything and saved the day. She arrived on SUPER short notice, was friendly and polite, and...

Julie K.

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Deborah J.


Akron, OH

$20-35/hr10 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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Saylor T.


Uniontown, OH

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Ready To Help Your Day To Day Easier.

Howdy my names Saylor! Let me tell you a little about myself, I like working with kids because it feels like there's a new opportunity to make a new purpose each day, I find it extremely fun to find new ways to play and get creative with my kiddos. There's nothing like seeing a smile on a child's face and knowing you're making a...
Saylor can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Vanessa D.


Streetsboro, OH

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I live in Solon Oh I have my own vehicle, I'm Brazilian, I'm a nurse in Brazil specializing in special needs. 4 years of volunteer work in nursing homes, support home for children with cancer, down syndrome support home. I love to dedicate my attention to people with special needs, I was also an Au pair of a baby with special...
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Kathleen J.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$10-15/hr10 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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Denise P.


Akron, OH

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Preschool Teacher With Well Over 30+ Years Of Experience

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced nanny and preschool teacher, babysitter, camp counselor, Sunday school teacher and more. I have my associate's degree in Child Development with well over 30+ years of experience in child care. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and have always enjoyed caring and working with children of all ages in one...
Denise can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Denise is organized and very knowledgeable about child developmental markers. She did all of the preschool work with our son and prepared him for Kindergarten. He's at the top of his class! Her specialty is taking ideas or topics of interest to the child and...

Amber L.

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Kristen K.


Twinsburg, OH

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kristen and I'm a mom of 3 with 17 years childcare experience (including special needs care). I love helping children learn and grow and would love to help you and your family!
Kristen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Susan W.


Hudson, OH

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Mom Of 2 Looking To Help Others

I am a 44 YO mother of 2 girls. I currently homeschool our youngest. I've always loved taking care of people, whether it be children, people w/special needs, or seniors. I have a Bachelor's degree in Special Education. I've worked as an Habilitation Specialist for the Cuyahoga County Board of DD and coached in the Special...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, personal care & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ravenna, OH

Abby M.

5.0

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

- Care member

Vanessa D.

5.0

I am extremely happy with Vanessa's service and would hire her again. It's hard for me to find babysitters for my 4 y/o daughter, who have developmental delays. She gets anxiety around new people and new places. I made Vanessa aware of this and asked her to meet and visit my daughter before she...

- Monique B.

Emily M.

5.0

We interviewed Emily for a position. She was polite and seems like a driven individual with focus on care for others. She was delightful with our daughters. We did not hire her because our situation changed and no longer had an open position.

- Stephanie G.

Kenley G.

5.0

Kenley was amazing with my 2 young kids. She was so kind and bubbly and kept them busy with indoor and outdoor activities both mornings she watched them. They had a great time with her. We highly recommend her!

- Carrie W.

Adrienne C.

5.0

Adrienne was a joy to have in our home. She was very good with the kids. Also she was good with one of my kids who has special needs. My kids love her. She's dependable & responsible.

- Bonnie B.

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