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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Uniontown, OH

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Uniontown, OH

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Kathleen J.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Was A Nurse At Children's Hospital For 29 Years

5.0

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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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Isabella E.


Kent, OH

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Bella and I have 5 years experience working with school-age kids, pets, and children with special needs. Teaching, engaging and playing are my passions, whether that be with your furry companion or your child. I am CPR, first aid and lifeguard certified. I'd describe my personality as bubbly, positive and funny. I...
Isabella can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Bella worked for my family for a year and a half. There is so much to say about how well she took care of my son B, who is 13 now and has autism (non-verbal). I've entrusted her to pick B up from school, run errands for him, and given her a key to the house so...

Deborah O.

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Laura M.


Louisville, OH

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Laura (Nanny)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am 23-year-old single momma of a almost 3-year-old beautiful girl. Kiddos are my life! I enjoy my job and may make it a career eventually. I do overnight sitting, care for children with special needs, transport, literally everything ya need! Even tutoring! I just graduated from Malone University but not actively looking for...
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Laura was great with my 5 year old son! She took him to the park, did crafts, read, etc. He looked forward to her coming over every day!"

Candice L.

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Ronda J.


Kent, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available For Special Needs And Elderly

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hygiene care, transfers, catheter care, incontinent care, medication assistance, operate hoyer's and track lifts, feeding, cleaning, cooking, laundry, errands, b/p, care notes, ROM exercises, etc
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Monica P.


Wadsworth, OH

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Blessed With A Servant Smiling Spirit!

I have many years of experience, Loving my 5 children in Bath Ohio. We then moved to MEDINA because my children were 1 year apart and I was driving all day to a private Christian school in MEDINA. I was a personal trainer after my former executive recruitment position. I was blessed to be a stay at home mom. I then did equine...
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Athena C.


Canton, OH

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Care Worker

I have several years of experience working in homes with people with developmental disabilities. I loved helping them.
5.0
"Athena was a very good co worker, worked hard, care about consumers, very dependable, picked up extra shifts' I really enjoyed working with her."

Yvatte N.

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Isabella E.


Kent, OH

$20-28/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Bella and I have 5 years experience working with school-age kids, pets, and children with special needs. Teaching, engaging and playing are my passions, whether that be with your furry companion or your child. I'd describe my personality as bubbly, positive and funny. I'm an environmental science major at Kent...
5.0
"Prompt and knowledgeable on how to care for children with special needs. "

Care member

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Allison M.


Hudson, OH

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently work at center with children and adults with intellectual disabilities, I absolutely love what I do there but I am looking for more one on one time with the person. All of our people have very busy schedules as do I and I don't really have much time to actually get to know them, which is not what I had expected. I...
5.0
"We hired Allison 2 months ago for hands on senior care. She has exceeded our expectations. She has easily handled all transfers with ease. She has handled all personal needs including showers and shaving. Allison is gentle with my husband and keeps him laughing....

Deborah B.

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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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Katharine M.


Kent, OH

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Caregiver For All Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello families! My name is Katharine, I'm 22 years old, and I've been babysitting for over 5 years and it's my favorite thing ever! I'm taking a year off from school, so I am looking for a babysitting job for evenings and weekends. In school, my major is art education (hoping to work in an elementary school) so I have done lots...
5.0
"She was very punctual and reliable. She was great with my special needs child. I highly recommend Katie!"

Tom H.

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Vanessa D.


Streetsboro, OH

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

3.0

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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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Abby M.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

Looking To Provide Care In The Evenings And Weekends.

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She's always on time & our kids love her! The perfect date night sitter. Thanks Abby!"

Care member

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Tiffany G.


Barberton, OH

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

FT Experienced Nanny Available In Akron And The Surrounding Areas

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a professional nanny, night nurse, childcare consultant, caregiver and private educator with 20 plus years of various levels of experience. I have worked with a wide variety of children, families and schools(public and Montessori). I am available and currently taking bookings for day, evening, special...
Tiffany can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Tiffany is amazing with kids. Her organization and creativity helped my kids learn and behave while having fun! She is always dedicated and truly had the best interests of the children at heart. She was able to see when my kids were being obstinate, call...

TRACY V.

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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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Kara K.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I am a Registered Nurse with a previous BA degree in English literature from IU. I've been working in senior and palliative care for 15 years primarily doing private care for individual patients and families. I have managed home care for special needs and senior clients coordinating 24 hr care, payroll, scheduling and meal...
Kara can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, respite care, dementia, home modification & more
5.0
"I hired Kara to assist with a senior day program I run and she was the best employee I had. She never missed a day, thoroughly enjoyed each senior she assisted and has a great energy full of joy and compassion. When she left to do nursing and private care I was sad...

Lisa B.

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Monica P.


Wadsworth, OH

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny For A Sweet Newborn That Family Has To Move! Available June 14th

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am currently looking to serve a family who would appreciate my genuine LOVE for children. The families I have served were delighted that I enjoy reading & singing, & especially, floor time is appreciated because it encourages cognitive play! I will tidy up & prep dinner: swimming, crafts, & tutored. I teach piano &volunteer...
Monica can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Very kindhearted and just a genuine person. She loves life and people!"

Cindy M.

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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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Heather cared for our young son for four years. As an employee she was extremely reliable and easy to communicate with, and as a person she was an incredibly caring and supportive part of our son’s life. My husband and I were first time parents and Heather had a...

Sarah G.

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Nancy O.


Canton, OH

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Care.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children and adults with special needs. Although I have no nursing degree I have cared for adults who have suffered stroke, diabetes, amputee, elderly. I can help with housework, cooking, and assistance with day to day activities.
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Tracy B.


Rittman, OH

$17/hr10 yrs exp

I have been doing direct care for seniors and special needs for 20+ years. I am caring and compassionate and I come with impeccable references.
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Emily C.


Stow, OH

$15-18/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny

I am a current graduate student at Kent State getting my Masters in Speech Pathology. I am looking for weekend babysitter roles. I have tons of childcare experience; I worked in a childcare center (ages 6mo-6y/o) for 9 months, have nannied (part-time and full-time) previously, and worked as a special-needs aide.
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Uniontown, OH

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.

Isabella E.

5.0

Bella worked for my family for a year and a half. There is so much to say about how well she took care of my son B, who is 13 now and has autism (non-verbal). I've entrusted her to pick B up from school, run errands for him, and given her a key to the house so that she could take care of B for...

- Deborah O.

Laura M.

5.0

Laura was great with my 5 year old son! She took him to the park, did crafts, read, etc. He looked forward to her coming over every day!

- Candice L.

Athena C.

5.0

Athena was a very good co worker, worked hard, care about consumers, very dependable, picked up extra shifts' I really enjoyed working with her.

- Yvatte N.

Isabella E.

5.0

Prompt and knowledgeable on how to care for children with special needs.

- Care member

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