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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...
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I'm Taylor and I'm looking for a great opportunity to help myself make some money while I go back to school. Im currently a certified emergency medical tech (EMT) and have my basic life support training, including CPR and first aide. Before emergency medicine, I worked for my local school system (Barberton city schools)...
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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10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have worked as a special needs nanny, nursing assistant, group home manager, and hospice care giver. I have spent extended time working and caring for children with developmental disabilities and complex medical treatment. I am primarily interested in assisting families who need respite care or medically trained caregivers.
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
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Hi there! I am a graduate of Ohio University with a degree in Wildlife and Conservation Biology. I am looking for nanny positions while I am in between seasonal positions as a zookeeper. I have several years of babysitting experience and being a full time nanny with a diverse age group ranging from infants to 10 years old,...
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm a senior in college graduating with a degree in speech pathology and audiology double minoring in dance and Autism spectrum disorders. I have had experience working with children with special needs and children with language barriers. I enjoy getting to do crafts and activities with children. I have my own vehicle and have...
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My name is Madisyn! I am a nurse here at a local hospital and also a photographer!
I am CPR/First aid certified. I have experience with special needs. Can help with kiddos who have medical needs. I have 13 years of child care experience. These kiddos range from 0-13! I am able to provide you references upon request....
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm Chloe. I've spent about 15 years helping families through childcare, special needs support, and home cleaning - it's truly where my heart is. I've worked with kids of all ages, and my experience in a director role supporting individuals with developmental disabilities taught me a lot about patience, communication, and...
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Hello there I am patient hard working and a positive role model . I raised 3 children one the diagnosed with ADD/ADHD at an early age no medication I. Refused to medicate I used a diet plan to help with less sugar in his daily diet it worked great! I worked with kids in high school with disabilities for 3 1/2
Years . I love all...
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4 years experience
My brother has autism I have taken care of him his whole life. I have worked in nursing homes during my STNA training and have experience with people who are special needs because they have MR/DD or physical disabilities due to illnesses.
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have been baby-sitting since I was 10 years old(9 years). I have experience with special needs children, and professional pediatric nurse training.
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10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
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Hi! My name is Danielle. I'm a registered nurse (BSN) and a proud mom of four. I'm now opening my home for families who may need a safe, nurturing place to drop off their little ones during the day. With my medical background, hands-on experience as a mother, and several years as a nanny, I offer a unique blend of professional...
Dan S. says "My wife is also doing a review that I'm not reading until after I submit this one. We both felt the need to say what an amazing person Danielle is and how...
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Hi there, Im Jamie and I am 21 years old. I have over 5 years experience from caring for 4 newborns to age 8. I can help with housekeeping and Errands. My job is to make your life easier. I also have experience with special needs children as well. I enjoy helping so much as well as caring for children! I am CPR certified, have a...
Janan A. says "She was always on time, and was amazing with our children."
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5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
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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...
Candice L. says "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!"
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- $18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
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!
Care Member says "She's always on time & our kids love her! The perfect date night sitter. Thanks Abby!"
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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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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- $15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello families! My name is Katharine, I'm 23 years old, and I've been babysitting for over 6 years and it's my favorite thing ever! I'm a junior at Kent State studying art education. Over the summer I work at a day camp for children with special needs, so I am looking for a babysitting job for evenings and weekends. My...
Tom H. says "She was very punctual and reliable. She was great with my special needs child. I highly recommend Katie!"
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
respite care
While my husband's grandma was on hospice care, I was her live in caregiver. I also have varied experience in the medical field as well as special needs patients.
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $18.00/hr as of July 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.5
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Akron, OH
Special Needs Caregivers in Akron, OH are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Danielle P.
My wife is also doing a review that I'm not reading until after I submit this one. We both felt the need to say what an amazing person...
- Dan S.
Jamie W.
She was always on time, and was amazing with our children.
- Janan A.
Laura M.
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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