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Find special needs caregivers in Strongsville, OH that you’ll love
60 special needs caregivers are listed in Strongsville, OH
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years
Special needs caregivers in Strongsville, OH
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Amanda. I am a licensed early childhood educator prek-3rd grade. I have spent the last 8 years teaching in the classroom. Watching children grow and learn is my passion! Before acquiring my teaching degree, I began babysitting at 15 years old. I have experience with children aged 3 months and older. I also have...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Amanda has watched my son with special needs. She is always punctual, caring, and patient! My son absolutely loves her!! Being the mother of a special needs child your worry about who is caring for your child shifts to a different level. With Amanda any cares or...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced mom of four children for 17 years (ages 10, 12, 15, and 17) and have worked with kids of all ages! I have led children's ministries at two churches which included lesson planning, volunteer staffing, and teaching for ages infant through 5th grade. My current part-time job has included planning family events...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Jessica was wonderful! My son, who usually is unhappy at first when left with new people, was very relaxed and went straight to her after just few minutes. He was happy and cheerful throughout the day while Jessica watched him. I will hire her again in the future."
Care member
Early childhood elementary SPED teacher.
I have been working with children of all ages for the past 10 years of my career in the education field.
I was a nanny for 3 years for an 8-year-old with Autism. I also tutored him 2 times a week and helped him with all his homework after school.
Hello! My name is Adriana and I graduated from the University of Cincinnati. I graduated with a degree in Special Education, for grades K-12. I also have experience with adults with disabilities. This has been my passion for 9 years, as I have worked and volunteered for many special needs programs since high school. I am...
Mary L.
Strongsville, OH
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Mary. I'm a patient and creative soon to be 23-year-old. I started out in university studying middle childhood education for a year and a half before discerning the religious life with a Spanish speaking order in a two year postulancy.
I worked for one year at an ECLC watching infants to preschoolers, and one...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lindsey T.
Strongsville, OH
$24/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as funny, caring, and empathetic!
I like working with kids because they make everyday life more enjoyable and they bring out inner children in adults!
I started working with kids when I was in middle school and high school while babysitting and volunteering for special needs work!
In my spare time,...
Lindsey can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Rachel H.
Strongsville, OH
$18-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a teacher for high functioning special needs kiddos (experience with 2yrs to 15 yrs) looking to help give families that extra support they need in the home. Open to one time/variable recurring weekend help for date nights/errand running etc! I am a reliable and creative person ready for fun!
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Brianna B.
Independence, OH
$15-24/hr • 8 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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(4)
Hello,
My name is Lisa. I am a mother of three including twins, and grandmother of one. I am positive, energetic, and have 20+ years of experience. Childcare experience includes newborns, twins, special needs, along with food allergies.
I take great pride, and truly enjoy taking care of little ones.
My daily routines...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"When I am going to school, Lisa does a phenomenal job taking care of my 2 year old daughter when needed. She connects with her, plays games, reads books, talks with her, and takes her for little walks. My daughter is always SO excited to see her and is so happy to...
Care member
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & 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.
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a loving and patient person looking to earn some extra income working with your loved one! I have worked with people with various needs of all ages since 1995 as an Occupational Therapy Assistant. I also have worked for Our Lady of the Wayside. I believe my skills and personality might be of value to you! Please let me...
Maggie G.
Berea, OH
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting/ nannying for about 7 years now and I love it! I have helped with my local Safety Town, children's church activities, and special needs dance classes. I am currently a senior studying Early Childhood Education at Baldwin Wallace University. I have experience babysitting up to 4 kids, from infants up to 12...
Maggie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Maggie babysat my 2 and 3 year old children for the first time last night and they had a great time. Ate well, played hard, slept well - it was perfect. Would definitely do it again."
Christina F.
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Jocelyn. I am a CNA at a memory care facility. I just recently worked as a teaching assistant at a school for children with special needs!
5.0
"Hired Jocelyn April 16th through Care for my child with Down syndrome and muscular dystrophy. Jocelyn was not afraid to ask questions and it showed me that she cared about my child's safety. Communication was great"
Amanda C.
Jill W.
Olmsted Falls, OH
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Looking For Part-time Childcare Work Or As A Senior Care Giver In A Home Environment.
5.0
(2)
I have been caring for a senior in her home for a few months now and I really feel like I am helping someone and it's not just a job. I am also a medical assistant in a doctor's office. So I work with patients of different ages. Before I was into the medical field I was a nanny for 10 years. Thanks for reading my ad and I hope...
Jill can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, respite care
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"in the short time weve had jill she has been a lovely, capable person. "
Care member
Haley P.
North Royalton, OH
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
A little about myself. I am 26 yrs old with 5 years of experience working individuals who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. I've worked in the homes feeding, bathing, cleaning and interacting with many individuals of all backgrounds. I was a supervisor in the home for 1year and moved up quickly to supervisor of...
5.0
"We are so happy Dominique came into our lives! She is so easy to work and communicate with and makes the whole experience less worrisome. She is great with our daughter and constantly updates us on her day."
Abby M.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Hannah and I am a PA in the Columbus area. I am BLS, PALS, first aid, ACLS, and ATLS certified. I am a certified Physician Assistant with experience in pediatrics. I have experience babysitting for several years. I recently had a full FBI and BCI background check from the state medical board that I can provide. I...
3.0
(2)
Having worked as a caregiver for 25+ years, I find that helping to make a difference in someone's life, or just seeing them smile, can be one of the most rewarding benefits to not only my job, but in my life. I've worked with a wide variety of people, & have provided care from birth, until end of life. In my free time I enjoy...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Strongsville, OH
Amanda S.
5.0
Amanda has watched my son with special needs. She is always punctual, caring, and patient! My son absolutely loves her!! Being the mother of a special needs child your worry about who is caring for your child shifts to a different level. With Amanda any cares or concerns that I would be worried...
- Care member
Jessica F.
5.0
Jessica was wonderful! My son, who usually is unhappy at first when left with new people, was very relaxed and went straight to her after just few minutes. He was happy and cheerful throughout the day while Jessica watched him. I will hire her again in the future.
- Care member
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.
Lisa C.
5.0
Lisa is fantastic. She is currently watching my three children. They are twin four year olds and their five year old sister. From the minute she started, things were seamless and easy. She is energetic, fun, reliable, and nurturing. She handles the "craziness" of three children 16 months apart with...
- Care member
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.
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