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Jessica D.


Xenia, OH

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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Special Needs Care Bio With over 15 years of caregiving experience and 7 years as the director of an Occupational Therapy facility, I bring a well-rounded, professional, and deeply compassionate approach to supporting children and adults with special needs. My background includes hands-on care as well as program leadership,...
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Kristin W.


Xenia, OH

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! A little bit about me. Currently i'm a paraprofessional attendant working with kids with special needs in a school district. I'm in college online through Western Governors University double majoring in Elementary Education and Special Education. At the end of this school year I will no longer will be working as a...
Kristin can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Hi there my name is Kaitlyn, I'm a mom of two under two girls and I have been a nanny for 4 years. I have worked with foster families and children with special needs. I'd love to get to know more about your family and see if I'd be the right fit for your needs! Message me if you have any questions!
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling

Olivia A.


Xenia, OH

$14-22/hr6 yrs exp

I have a younger sister with a cognitive disability, I took care of her for about 6 years. I have lots of experience taking care of kids with different needs, and working with kids is my passion.
I have 2. 5 years of experience as an EMT and have training and experience in elder care, special needs care, and dementia care. I am currently a nursing student at Cedarville university. I am willing and able to assist with personal care, ambulation, housekeeping, cooking and feeding, administration of prescribed medications,...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands, respite care, dementia & more
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Delaney B.


Dayton, OH

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

I've nannied and babysat multiple children with ASD, a majority of whom are nonverbal. I've also watched children with ADHD, OCD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Behavioral Conduct Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Epilepsy. I, myself have been diagnosed with ADHD, OCD, CPTSD, major depressive disorder, and Chronic migraines (which have...
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Terri M.


Spring Valley, OH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Seeking Summer Part Time Position

I am a Special Education Teacher. I have been teaching for 18 years. I am interested in a part time\occasional position for the summer.
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Brynn B.


Cedarville, OH

$15-24/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter, Pet Sitter, House Sitter/Keeper, Dog Walker, Gardener

- volunteered in day camps for kindergarten to 5th grade. - worked in a nursery that cared for children up to the age of 2 yrs. - volunteered as an instructor's aid for special needs students. - worked as a horse wrangler/counselor in the summers. - worked as a substitute teacher. - worked at 4 Paws, caring for Service Dogs...
Brynn can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have been working with kids for as long as I can remember. I have 3 younger siblings and have always been involved in their care. Additionally over the past 4 years I have provided care for children both as a babysitter and as a school assistant. I am a certified Emergency Medical Technician. I am comfortable managing large...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Melissa K.


Dayton, OH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/pet Sitter

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am available to work every Saturday and occasional evenings through the week after 5:30 p.m. Experienced caregiver for children, adults, special needs individuals, and pets. Employed as licensed RN with inpatient, outpatient, and school nurse experience.
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Melissa is beyond sweet with our boys. She's punctual and her communication for setting an appointment is absolutely wonderful. Her healthcare background is a fantastic addition to her loving nature. Melissa is very hands on with the kids and our toddler has...

Sarah F.

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Melissa K.


Dayton, OH

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Retired RN with experience caring for clients with special needs. Graduate of Kettering College of Medical Arts with nursing degree 1996.
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Audrey P.


Dayton, OH

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Audrey and I am 22 years old. I love kids, especially playing board games with them and making crafts. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have had lots of experience with babies and toddlers. I also have no problem with making food. I love hugs and am super social. Additionally, I have been...
Audrey can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"STOP LOOKING. HIRE AUDREY. Audrey started watching our son when he was about 3 months old. She quickly became part of our family. We love how she cares for and loves our son. As first time parents we learned so much from Audrey as her experience as a much older...

Kaitlyn B.

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Deonna M.


Springfield, OH

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Reliable Care 4 You

I have been in the Health Care filled for 15 years. I find it very rewarding and enjoyable. I enjoy being able to help family members be at ease knowing that I am taking care of there loved one for them when they can not do so them self's. I think my past families and patients will tell you that I am very reliable, responsible,...
5.0
"Deonna gave me care right after Achilles Tendon surgery. I was unable to use my left leg for anything for over a month and was wheelchair bound. She did personal care as well as anything else I needed during the day until my husband was home. She was punctual, good...

Janet D.

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Jacie W.


Dayton, OH

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hey y'all! My name is Jacie and I am currently the Family & Community Engagement Coordinator with a Educational Services Center! With my current position, I have summers off from work so I have plenty of time to spend with your little ones! I have over 4 years of experience working in a special needs childcare facility and I...
Jacie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jacie is one of my students. She is a wonderful individual who is full of love, compassion, and integrity. She is a hard worker who will be very reliable for you"

Mariah I.

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Brooke S.


Dayton, OH

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Experienced Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have baby sat for multiple family's. I am CPR certified as well as first aid certified. I have lots of experience with kids as my mom is a pre school teacher for special needs and I often volunteer for her school.
Brooke can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Brooke is very good with kids and has been working with kids for a long time. She always finds activities for the kids to do and is never afraid to help the kids with school work. I have known Brooke for years now and I can tell you it would be a mistake to pass...

Emily K.

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Kendra M.


Dayton, OH

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

I have 18 years working in the health care field combined as a medical assistant and LPN. I have worked in the nursing home, home health care as well as MRDD group homes. I am currently in school for registered nursing. I have over 30 years experience in taking care of and raising children.
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Merri M.


Dayton, OH

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

4.0

(4)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I started my career in the medical field working with adults that have mental and physical disabilities. I have several years home care experience.
5.0
"Merri is very compassionate and caring for my mother."

Chris S.

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Jamiona B.


Dayton, OH

$19-50/hr8 yrs exp

I've been taking care of children and elderly for about 9 years . I've cared for special need children and I actually have a few special need relatives and siblings . I've created great bonds with children over the years .
Jamiona can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

CNA

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Anna M M.


Dayton, OH

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

Experience

I have had many years of experience working with kids. For the last three years I have worked with children who have Autism. I am comfortable working with children with special needs. I am creative and will come up with ways to keep your children entertained! Along with three years of working with children with special needs I...
Anna M can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Xenia, OH

Melissa K.

5.0

Melissa is an RN. She cared for my child who needed skilled nursing care. Occasionally she also cared for my other 2 kids. She is such a joy to have. She has a lot of love for kids and is very considerate. She's dependable & capable. She has also been an advocate for us at a Medicaid hearing and...

- Bonnie B.

Audrey P.

5.0

STOP LOOKING. HIRE AUDREY. Audrey started watching our son when he was about 3 months old. She quickly became part of our family. We love how she cares for and loves our son. As first time parents we learned so much from Audrey as her experience as a much older sister and working with children...

- Kaitlyn B.

Deonna M.

5.0

Deonna gave me care right after Achilles Tendon surgery. I was unable to use my left leg for anything for over a month and was wheelchair bound. She did personal care as well as anything else I needed during the day until my husband was home. She was punctual, good at all aspects of my care, made...

- Janet D.

Jacie W.

5.0

Jacie is one of my students. She is a wonderful individual who is full of love, compassion, and integrity. She is a hard worker who will be very reliable for you

- Mariah I.

Brooke S.

5.0

Brooke is very good with kids and has been working with kids for a long time. She always finds activities for the kids to do and is never afraid to help the kids with school work. I have known Brooke for years now and I can tell you it would be a mistake to pass her up as a nanny/babysitter.

- Emily K.

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