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Akron, OH

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Gabriella and caregiving has always come naturally to me. I currently work with elderly residents daily and truly enjoy helping and caring for others. I have experience in senior living, including working with residents who have Alzheimer's and dementia, and I understand the importance of patience, compassion, and...
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Barbara A.'s Photo

Akron, OH

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I attended the English Nanny & Governess School in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. I have been a Career Certified Professional Nanny for 20 years, living in 4 states and another country. I've worked with kids of all ages, 3 sets of infant twins- one set till they were almost 7, children with special needs and I've done over night care....
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Akron, OH

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I'm 22 and a reliable, patient caregiver with experience working with children of all ages, from infants to older kids. I have pediatric CPR, first aid, and AED certifications. I helped raise my younger brother (12 years younger than me), so I'm very comfortable with routines and daily childcare. I also have respite...
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Fun Person With A Outgoing Mind. Ready To Help Other People.and Love Experiencing New Things.

Akron, OH

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$19/hr
I would describe my personality as outgoing, genuine, and compassionate. Working with kids can bring out the happiness and loving spirit in a person. Watching and helping kids has always been something I wonted to do. I'm looking for a job that has good communication and works with my schedule and school. and time for myself,...
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Caring, Trustworthy Childcare

Akron, OH

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a mother to a brilliant autistic son who just graduated high school and started college at Walsh University. Over the years I have learned many tried and true, as well as avant guard, methods of childcare and tutoring, for both regular curriculum and special needs youth. I have worked closely not only with my son, but with...
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Where Learning, Laughter, And Loving Care Come Together

Akron, OH

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Haley, and caring for others is the heart of what I do! I have a passion for helping children and families by providing compassionate, high-quality care. My background includes Education and Child Development, and I maintain current CPR and First Aid. I believe every child is unique. I love creating an environment where...
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Gennifer P.'s Photo

Akron, OH

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$22/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Companionship
errands
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
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Hi, My name is Gennifer and I've worked in senior care for over 15 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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I Want To Help You.

Akron, OH

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$16/hr
I want to help you and your family to be able to have peace in your life. I want to help with babysitting your children. I work for Akron Public Schools as a teacher's aid. I work in a special needs class room. I work with children that have different disabilities. I love my job. The children are so amazing. I love going to work...
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Akron, OH

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I want to help make life easier for you. I want to work with you and your children to help take away stress in your life. It's hard to balance work and children. I have taken CDA classes and I have 27 years of experience with babysitting children. I am also a Mother I have a 17-year-old son that is an honer roll student. I also...
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Was A Nurse At Children's Hospital For 29 Years

Cuyahoga Falls, OH

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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.

Traci M. says "Hired several times and continue to do so. My kids love her. Great with my daughter who has DS too."

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Family Care Provider, In Home Or Out Of Home, Nanny, Pet Care

Uniontown, OH

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$10/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Energetic and compassionate. I am a Mom of 4 and I also have years of experiencing nannying as well as working with the ohio DoDD doing home care. I am comfortable offering care for children, elderly as well as those with special needs. I am available for daily check ins with seniors as well as help with light household duties,...
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Chloe B.'s Photo

Uniontown, OH

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm Chloe! Supporting individuals with special needs has been a huge part of my life for over 15 years. I've worked with children and adults across the autism spectrum, including non-verbal individuals, sensory seekers, and those who thrive with routine and gentle guidance. I previously served as a Director for a...
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Cuyahoga Falls, OH

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I really enjoyed working with my TMH class for two years. They were so lovable, and despite hard work at discipline, I would have taken them home with me, they were just so sweet.
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Kendra P.'s Photo

Clinton, OH

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a person with a passion for nurturing and educating children. My experience spans 10 years of caring for children of various ages, from infants to preteens. I've always had a natural affinity for children and enjoy creating a safe, stimulating, and fun environment for them to learn and grow. I'm known for my patience,...
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Special Needs Provider

Cuyahoga Falls, OH

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am a registered nurse and have my BA in English. I'll be doing graduate school this fall and looking for part time private nursing positions. I managed six group homes for developmentally disabled clients after my first degree in Bloomington Indiana and have been doing private care in nursing the past 10 plus years. I am BLS...
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Registered Behavioral Therapist

Barberton, OH

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$19/hr
5 years experience
I am registered behavioral technician full time! I have about a year of experience in ABA and plan to further my education in the field.
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Kim

Clinton, OH

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have a wide range of skills to help bring peace, patience and proven results to your goals. While teaching pre-k through high school aged children for over 20 years, I simultaneously started BeWildlings. com featuring delicious, shelf-stable meals. I also did elderly care and property management at the same time. My four...
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Barberton, OH

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a professional nanny, night nanny, childcare consultant, caregiver and NCS with 20 plus years in various levels of childcare. I am currently transitioning from a long term family and open to a variety of roles in the private childcare field. I have worked with a wide variety of children, families and schools(public and...
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Makayla F.'s Photo

Barberton, OH

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I am looking for a position after 12 p.m. I have a very kind and patient personality. I come from a medical background and love working with kids! I'd like to hopefully work with special needs children as a full time job. But it's not really a job if you love what you're doing. And I love being able to be that reliable role...
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Experienced Parent Of Special Needs Children

Clinton, OH

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a mature and experienced caretaker. I have taken care of special needs children including autism for about 15 years. I've worked also with children with developmental delays including speech delay, sensory motor and academic challenges. I've supported in-home therapeutic programs developed by professionals. I'm also a...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $18.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0

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