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Christine H.


Richfield, OH

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a retired Special Education teacher. I graduated with a Masters Degree in Special Education/Language Development. I have worked with many beautiful children in the years since then. I am fortunate to be in excellent health and I miss working with children. If you need a tutor for your youngster who is struggling, I can...
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Melissa C.


Hinckley, OH

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver - Children, Elders, and Special Needs

5.0

(1)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have provided care for children of all ages for many years. I also have 4 children of my own. They are 17, 27, 29, and 31 years old. I have experience as a birth and postpartum doula as well.
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Melissa was great! Punctual, flexible, cleaned up dinner dishes, and most of all-our kids liked her! Thanks Melissa. Would definitely hire her again."

Meredith M.

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Julia G.


Brunswick, OH

$20-35/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Sitter/Cooking&Cleaning

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Julia and I'm a first year High School art teacher! I have tons of experience working with children as a teacher as well as several trainings, certifications and clearances. I worked as a part time nanny through school and full time in summers. I've grown up with siblings and have babysat for many years. I...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Julia is the best of the best. She's professional, creative, and loving. She keeps her authority, sets clear expectations, and treats my kids with respect. She goes above and beyond, and has become part of our family over the past 5 months that she's nannied for...

Hannah R.

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Haley P.


North Royalton, OH

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Haley! I have 10 years of experience caring for children from newborns to children who are 13 years old and even children with special needs. I have been both a date night sitter and a long term, full-time nanny. While watching kids I prefer to participate in the activities your children enjoy, we will have...
Haley can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Linda V.


Broadview Heights, OH

$18-30/hr2 yrs exp

Nanny With Educator Background

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a young and playful 63-year-old. I was educator with 18 years teaching special needs youth (K-12) as licensed Intervention Specialist (last background check done in 2021). I've been working in some capacity with young children most of my life, whether that first job as a babysitter as a teenager, as an awesome and fun...
Linda can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Linda helped to care for our toddler (2.5yrs) for about 9 months. Linda's background in teaching gives her a creative and fun approach towards being a nanny and learning. She helped our toddler learn how to spell his name, learn the alphabet, and was very patient...

Anne R.

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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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Brianna B.


Independence, OH

$15-24/hr8 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Bri and I am 22 years old and currently a positive reinforcement but doing my classes remotely. I have had over 8 years of experience with child care including children from around 2 weeks to about 15 years old, as well as children with special needs. I am CPR certified and have my own car for anything your little...
Brianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Bri was a wonderful babysitter to my kids for two years. My kids loved her and I always felt more than comfortable leaving them in her care. She became much more than a babysitter to our family and I definitely recommend!"

Tasha P.

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Denise K.


Northfield, OH

$19/hr10 yrs exp

Older Adult, Experienced With Disabilities.

I am a certified Independent Provider for disabled adults, I have 13 years experience and have been certified for 9 years. I am CPR and first aid certified. I also have experience caring for seniors and hospice clients, I am a laid back, caring , middle aged adult that enjoys caring for others. I have great transportation and I...
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Gabby E.


Hinckley, OH

$15-50/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! I have worked at an elementary school for the past 3 years. I was a lunch aide for the first year and for the last 2 years I have worked as a mild/moderate special needs aide. I also just completed my 2nd year working for a special needs summer school program with intensive needs high school aged students. I am currently...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Michele S.


Brunswick, OH

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Caregiver

I have worked home care with the elderly and handicapped and also in the school district with special needs students for over 10 years. I have also been around animals for my whole entire life I have Ranch sat horses and dogs in Montana to weekends around my neighborhood in Michigan. I am now residing in Ohio in the Brunswick,...
Michele can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Heather D.


Akron, OH

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny For Your Family

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Not currently seeking employment. Hello! I'm Heather, a fun, fit, empty Nester with two grown children of my own, and one grandchild. I've spent the last 18 years working as a full time nanny, locally. Before that I spent 8 years as a preschool teacher (3-pre-K), and worked for two years at a local Daycare. I absolutely love...
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Michele S.


Brunswick, OH

$11-16/hr5 yrs exp

Home Care And Childcare

I am moving back to the Brunswick Ohio area after June 17th. I will be available to provide home care, child care, and pet care in your home. I have worked with preschoolers, elementary age children, and also seniors, for over 15 years. I have also worked with children and seniors who have special needs. I am a loving, caring...
Michele can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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Brandy H.


Northfield, OH

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse Available For Help

Hello!! I'm Brandy, I currently work as a school nurse. That means I have summers off and I can help out your loved ones who have medical and/or special needs ! I'm an LPN with over 20 years of experience. Prior to becoming a nurse, I worked as a CNA. I have experience with seniors as well as many common chronic illnesses they...
Brandy can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

Licensed Nurse

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Zachary B.


Hudson, OH

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Who Better Than A Paramedic?

I am a former employee of Akron Children's Hospital, where I served as a School MA ("School Nurse"), for two years. In addition, I am a Certified Paramedic with 5 years of experience working in a busy Suburban EMS setting. I have had significant experience working with children and young adults with special medical or...
I have worked for Cuyahoga County Board of MR/DD for 11years. Some of those years was a Habilitation Specialist in a non ambulatory classroom of adults. I have also worked as a Care Partner in an assisted living faculty for a couple of years. I have plenty of experience with wide range of individuals. Also have received my...
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Angela R.


Brecksville, OH

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Hi I am an early retired teacher. I have worked with a variety of needs. some but not all included ADHD, autism, Prater Willi syndrome, and a variety of cognitive impairments. CPR trained and background checked through the state of Ohio.
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Lynn P.


Brunswick, OH

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, Special Needs Adults or Children Provider Full/Part-Time

I am a certified provider from the state of Ohio. I am a certified Home Health Aide. I bathe, feed, dress and do transfers. I worked at Berea Aristocrat, with the kids and adults. I worked at a camp. All hands-on training includes: how to communicate, how to feed, how to do sign language, transfer in and out bed, shower, chair...
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Emika P.


North Royalton, OH

$21/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny Or Babysitter, Housekeeping, Date Night

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am 23years old, I've been babysitting for 7 years now. I have a passion for kids and I love doing activities with them to keep their minds working also I enjoy taking them out the house going to the park, swimming, trampoline park and so much more. I am a junior in college and working towards my finance degree. I've...
Emika can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Paulina M.


Brunswick, OH

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

Hello, my name is Paulina. I came to this country 27 years ago from Ukraine. I have 3 kids of my own but they are all grown adults. I am a loving, caring person especially for children. I am willing to cook, light clean, and run small errands if need be. Please feel free to contact me if interested. Have a blessed day!
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Amy C.


Brunswick, OH

$10-20/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Nurse Seeking A Part-Time Position Caring For Children

I am a 35-year-old mother of one. I currently hold a valid Nursing License in the State of Ohio and I have over seven years experience in health care. I am also trained in Child and Infant CPR. As a care provider, I am educated and experienced with tending to the physical and psychological needs of young children. I am also...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Richfield, OH

Melissa C.

5.0

Melissa was great! Punctual, flexible, cleaned up dinner dishes, and most of all-our kids liked her! Thanks Melissa. Would definitely hire her again.

- Meredith M.

Julia G.

5.0

Julia is the best of the best. She's professional, creative, and loving. She keeps her authority, sets clear expectations, and treats my kids with respect. She goes above and beyond, and has become part of our family over the past 5 months that she's nannied for us.

- Hannah R.

Linda V.

5.0

Linda helped to care for our toddler (2.5yrs) for about 9 months. Linda's background in teaching gives her a creative and fun approach towards being a nanny and learning. She helped our toddler learn how to spell his name, learn the alphabet, and was very patient with him along the way. She would...

- Anne R.

Kathleen J.

5.0

Hired several times and continue to do so. My kids love her. Great with my daughter who has DS too.

- Traci M.

Brianna B.

5.0

Bri was a wonderful babysitter to my kids for two years. My kids loved her and I always felt more than comfortable leaving them in her care. She became much more than a babysitter to our family and I definitely recommend!

- Tasha P.

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