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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Westerville, OH

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Westerville, OH

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Bethany Z.


Westerville, OH

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Creative, Calm & Experienced Special-Needs Caregiver Available Thursdays

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My name is Bethany. I am 29 years old and from Westerville. I have over 8 years of caregiving experience. I have a lot of experience with children on the autism spectrum. I also have experience with adults & children with cerebral palsy. I love to do arts and crafts! I have painted birdhouses, made tie blankets, engaged with...
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Anita E.


Westerville, OH

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Evening And Weekend Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 26 years experience with special need children. I have cared for children that need to be feed via N J tube and a G tube. I have experience with children that have severe asthma, ADHD, Bipolar, Downes. This is just to list a few of my qualifications. I am first aid and CPR trained. I feel every child is special and...
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Anita E.


Westerville, OH

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Evening And Weekend Childcare

Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Anita. I am an honest, patient, and loving caregiver. I enjoy reading to children, doing puzzles, crafts and playing games. I have professionally taken care of children from ages 6 weeks to 16-years-old for over 20 years now, some of whom have special needs. Children are my passion and I love my work. I have an in...
Anita can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Anita was wonderful throughout the interview process . After visiting her home, it was quickly evident that she's a professional and an expert at what she does. I immediately felt at ease knowing that my child will be in good hands! "

Emily T.

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Rachel F.


Westerville, OH

$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Pet-sitter/Companion Looking For Part Time Jobs

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I currently work full time at a local hospital as a registered nurse and diabetes educator. I am also in classes part time to pursue the next level of education in nursing. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Communication as well. I have experience with: -childcare (newborn to 18, diabetic management, food allergies, homework help,...
Rachel can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My three kids adored Rachel! She handled carpool, after school activities, lunch packing, homework help and general organization for us. She was patient, on time and helped me stay on top of everything. She has a great work ethic and is incredibly professional....

Bridget D.

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Cassondra E.


Westerville, OH

$10-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced Independent Provider; Personal Care

I have worked with a kid (male) with special needs for 8 years, I have been certified with an IO level 1 waiver for 3 years, as well as CPR & First Aid. I have worked with non verbal kids, teaching them how talk on a device, or with PECS. Helping to decrease simulator behaviors, aggression, meal preps, doing chores, & taking...
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Gienger Fay C.


Westerville, OH

$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

I would love to assist and help with has special needs. Available every weekend. Send me a message and would love to connect. Thank you
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Kahlee R.


Westerville, OH

$10-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hello, As far as special needs I have prior experience from high school helping out in the special ed classrooms. As far as actual care I have provided care for seniors with similar traits. I can help with dressing, bathing, mobility, transferring from beds to chairs to showers etc. Taking care of others is something I have...
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Alice N.


Westerville, OH

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hello My name is Alice, I am 32 years old. I have worked as a special need care for 4 years. I am fun, loving, organized and enjoy looking after the Needy. I help with light house work, meal preparation and other outside activities. I enjoy looking after those who needs extra care, that's what I live for Thank you
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Kaitlyn B.


Westerville, OH

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Intervention Specialist During The Year, Wanting To Make An Impact In The Summer!

I have been an intervention specialist for the past 5 years in Hilliard City Schools. I am looking to work part time over the summer to continue to work with students and help them grow and also enjoy their summer with fun activities!
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Elizabeth H.


Westerville, OH

$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Who Loves Crafts

Hi my name is Elizabeth! I go by Ellie. I have 5 years of experience. Some of that includes working in an after school program and working as a kindergarten teacher. At the daycare I also worked mainly in the infant toddler rooms but worked with every age up until 5th grade. I also babysit frequently and have been babysitting...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Evelyn H.


Westerville, OH

$12-17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Fun And Creative Sitter :)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Evelyn :). I am a student at OSU Newark and have been babysitting/housesitting/and petsitting since I was 13. I have experience with special needs children. I have a car so transportation will not be an issue.
Evelyn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
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Alia O.


Westerville, OH

$9-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Happy Babysitter

Hello! My name is Alia. I am a junior at Kent State returning home for the summer and in need of employment. I have tons of previous experience nannying and babysitting. Additionally, I have worked for Goddard as a float, so I have experience with infants as young as 6 weeks. I have also spent the last year and a half working as...
Alia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Gracie P.


Westerville, OH

$21/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Gracie but I go by Gray, I was an aid for a special needs kiddo for a year then I decided that I wanted to give a more formal place a chance and have been working at a daycare now since the beginning of this year! I have decided I prefer working with individual families over classrooms as the connection that is built...
Gracie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Catryna J.


Westerville, OH

$18-32/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello I'm catryna I have experience taking care of children of ages newborn-teenagers. I have over 17 years of experience with taking care of kids. I have been a children's ministry leader at my church for kindergarten and fourth grade before in the past, before Covid. In the past I've watched children for families and I have...
Catryna can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
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Sara G.


Westerville, OH

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care For Special Needs Children

I have experience with children of all abilities, ages 3-25. I'm comfortable with feeding, changing, behavior issues and lifting. I as CPR and first aid certified, in addition to lift and safe crisis training.
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Sara G.


Westerville, OH

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Half Day Care

Hello! My name is Sara - nice to meet ya. I'm 30 years old. I am a former educator with Columbus City Schools. I have experiences as a nanny, a tutor, children's museum volunteer, camp counselor and classroom assistant. I have all of my clearances for the state of Ohio and my first aid/AED for both adults and children. I am...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Berenice G.


New Albany, OH

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Artistic Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 20 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I can drop/pick up kids from school. I do lots of fun outdoor activity outdoors. I have several references and have worked with a special needs child for 13 years.
Berenice can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"Berenice always arrives on time and dependable! What I love most when she watches my kids is that she interacts and plays with my kids. She is the first person to where they don't cry when we leave! She is the best!!"

Brittney B.

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Kaylee B.


Columbus, OH

$20-26/hr • 5 yrs exp

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Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Kaylee and I'm a Senior at Ohio State. I have been nannying/babysitting for about 7 years. I have experience from infants to 14-year-olds. I have experience with multiple children including an infant and toddler. I also have experience with special needs as my younger brother is on the autism spectrum. Please reach...
Kaylee can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My kids loved Kaylee! The older one gave a "but....she was really careful like making us walk on a certain part of the sidewalk..." which, as a mom, was music to my ears! Thanks Kaylee for your flexibility in helping us out-of-townees get a date night out!"

Lynda M.

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Emalea H.


Columbus, OH

$20/hr • 15 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked at summer camps with special needs children and I have three nieces and a nephew that I have helped with for 12+ years. I enjoy arts and crafts and being outside with the children. I am well rounded and able to adapt to most children's interests.
Emalea can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I couldn't be happier with Emalea. She was responsive, punctual, easy to work with and got along fantastic with my 7 year old son. Highly recommend!"

Jason C.

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Angela E.


Columbus, OH

$20-50/hr • 15 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children grow and learn. My creativity, patience, and friendly nature make me a great fit for this role. I have 15 years of experience caring for children of all ages, and I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and communicating with parents about their child's...
Angela can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Angela is outgoing, easy to both talk and connect with for both myself and my 4 year old son. Angela recently started as a sitter for our son. She picks him up from school and gets him settled at home with a healthy snack and an activity until we arrive home from...

Lauren F.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Westerville, OH

Anita E.

5.0

Anita is a dependable, kind, professional caretaker. I would certainly recommend her to family and friends!

- Alison S.

Rachel F.

5.0

My three kids adored Rachel! She handled carpool, after school activities, lunch packing, homework help and general organization for us. She was patient, on time and helped me stay on top of everything. She has a great work ethic and is incredibly professional. I would absolutely hire her...

- Bridget D.

Berenice G.

4.0

Berenice always arrives on time and dependable! What I love most when she watches my kids is that she interacts and plays with my kids. She is the first person to where they don't cry when we leave! She is the best!!

- Brittney B.

Kaylee B.

5.0

My kids loved Kaylee! The older one gave a "but....she was really careful like making us walk on a certain part of the sidewalk..." which, as a mom, was music to my ears! Thanks Kaylee for your flexibility in helping us out-of-townees get a date night out!

- Lynda M.

Emalea H.

5.0

I couldn't be happier with Emalea. She was responsive, punctual, easy to work with and got along fantastic with my 7 year old son. Highly recommend!

- Jason C.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Westerville, OH are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.