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10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...
Megan H. says "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...
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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Hello! I am currently a full time nanny but will be moving to part time when preschool starts in August. At that point I'll be working Monday and Tuesday (8a-5p) and when the kids are home sick. I am otherwise free to help with your child! I have over 10 years of experience. I would love to have adventures to local libraries,...
Stephanie G. says "We interviewed Emily for a position. She was polite and seems like a driven individual with focus on care for others. She was delightful with our...
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am 40 years old. Going to school for medical billing and coding. I have been in childcare since I was 15 years old and started babysitting. I have been working with kids professionally for 19 years now. I am currently TA in a classroom for special needs kids. I resigned my job starting in August to focus on school and an in...
Carrie T. says "Liz has watched my 18 month old since she was 8 weeks old while I worked out of the house. I will be done working at the end of this month, so we no...
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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I am an experienced nanny and preschool teacher, babysitter, camp counselor, Sunday school teacher and more. I have my associate's degree in Child Development with well over 30+ years of experience in child care. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and have always enjoyed caring and working with children of all ages in one...
Amber L. says "Denise is organized and very knowledgeable about child developmental markers. She did all of the preschool work with our son and prepared him for...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
errands
live-in home care
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My name is Gennifer and I've worked in senior care for over 12 years. I specialize in alzheimer's and dementia care, ADL's, PT/OT, meals, lifestyle planning and medication management. In addition, I offer comfortable and safe transportation, accommodating most collapsible walkers. I have BA's in English & Spanish, and an...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
for 25+ years while raising my children, as well as many others.
After returning to the work force, I was employed with Summit County . They are all current at this time and I am able to show proof of that. . Upon realizing that Summit County would be slowly closing their doors to services of our individuals, I made the...
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Thank you for visiting my profile. I am currently a college student studying nursing and looking to gain some experience. I have volunteered in assisted living facilities under the supervision of a nurse. During my time volunteering I helped with feedings, medicine distribution, light housekeeping, and assistance using the...
Special Needs and ASD Experienced
Children and Adults home care and school assistance, bus transport, pick up drop off
I've been an RN since 2004 and am interested in helping families care for their special needs child or senior.
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4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, my name is Gennifer. I've been in the field of caregiving since 2011 when my mother became disabled and later passed from psychiatric issues, mobility problems, and sepsis. During that time, I learned all about caregiving for someone with a variety of special needs. I enjoyed caregiving, and since then, I've worked with...
Hello! I am a former special education teacher at Julie Billiart. I have experience working with and teaching kids 8 weeks to 12 years old in a day care setting, as a nanny, and in schools. I am currently in grad school working on my doctorate in occupational therapy.
I have experience with all ages and different development delays. I am a nursing student that will strive to provide the best care! I love working with all ages!
I have 3-4 years experience with adults and children with special needs. I got my experience through home care. I have a lot of patience when it comes to kids or adults with disabilities.
I recently retired from public school system after 28 yrs. Throughout the 28 yrs I also did different part time jobs. I worked for the ymca and did after school care. As a child care provider I would also watch children with special care needs. I love and nurture all kids.
Hello, My name is Gideon. I have four years of working experience as a caregiver. I am currently a student at Ohio State University. I am certified by the state of Ohio in a Department of developmental disability. I also category one medication administration. I also have first aid and CPR certification. I enjoy caring for...
Hello! My name is Taylor, and I am a Licensed Practical Nurse. I have over 10 years of experience as a caregiver in a variety of settings and would love to work with you! I am trained and experienced in assisting with a wide variety of things, including transportation services, meal preparation, medication administration, and...
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I've been working with individuals with developmental disabilities for about 6 years as a job coach, job trainer, and adult day service provider. I also have been an independent provider for 7 months.
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Hello, My name is Marie. I'm a person who is very compassionate, nurturing, respectful, patient, confident, and modest. I encourage and uplift everyone around me and treat others the way that you would want to be treated. I carry myself in a very respectable manner and believe that your character & appearance can significantly...
Hi, my name is Liv! I have 3 years professional experience working with people with disabilities. My prior experience has been mainly for people with autism, cerebral palsy, adhd, and mental health disorders. I am a calm, patient, supportive caregiver. I aim to provide safety, support, and all around help to any family I work...
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I have taken care of all kids nds of special needs people. Children and adults. I would love for you to give me a call so we can talk.
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $18.10/hr as of December 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.8
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Akron, OH
Special Needs Caregivers in Akron, OH are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Deborah J.
Deborah is AMAZING. She is a wonderful advocate for elders, people with special needs, and children. Deborah was the primary caretaker for...
- Megan H.
Emily M.
We interviewed Emily for a position. She was polite and seems like a driven individual with focus on care for others. She was delightful...
- Stephanie G.
Elizabeth J.
Liz has watched my 18 month old since she was 8 weeks old while I worked out of the house. I will be done working at the end of this month,...
- Carrie T.
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