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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Barberton, OH

The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Barberton, OH

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Lauren L.


Barberton, OH

$16-23/hr3 yrs exp

Behavior Therapist/instructional Aide

5.0

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I have experience with children that have special needs through being a behavior therapist. We implemented applied behavioral analysis. I also had to assist students with AC devices. I am a beginner signer in American Sign Language. I am continuing to take classes to become more fluent.
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Tiffany G.


Barberton, OH

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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edit Edit I have 18 years in caregiving experience, I provide child, elder, educational, therapy or special needs care in your home or mine. I am also am available for date night or special occasion child care. I currently hold a Ohio Department of Education Aide and coaching permit with a ECEA along with being a graduate of The...
5.0
"Video-Interviewed Tiffany for a nannying position but ended up no longer needing help. I wanted to share that Tiffany was lovely to speak with and I believe would be a wonderful nanny for a lucky family. Had we...

Reviewed by Elizabeth H.

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Tiffany G.


Barberton, OH

$30/hr10 yrs exp

FT Experienced Nanny Available In Akron And The Surrounding Areas

5.0

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I am a professional nanny, childcare consultant, caregiver and private educator with 20 plus years of various levels of experience. I have worked with a wide variety of children, families and schools(public and Montessori). I am available and currently taking bookings for day, evening, special occasions(parties/weddings), date...
5.0
"Have used Tiffany several times to watch my kids and they love when she comes over to stay with them! Always on time and the kids love when she's here!"

Reviewed by Kim S.

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Lauren L.


Barberton, OH

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

5.0

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Hi, my name is Lauren! I am a recent graduate from West Virginia University. I am certified in Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED. I have a lot of experience with children of ages newborn-12 years old. I have 6 years of experience in babysitting, 2. 5 years of experience in a daycare setting, and 2. 5 years of experience in a...
5.0
"Lauren was great! She was punctual and my kiddo absolutely loved her! I can't wait to have her back!"

Reviewed by Daysha L.

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Elizabeth S.


Barberton, OH

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

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I am a teacher who is looking to possibly switch to dealing more one on one with some special kids in my life. I love that bond that develops when you really know and trust each other.
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Erin M.


Barberton, OH

$23/hr4 yrs exp

Those Companies Who Provide Direct Care Are Callous And Predatory

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I worked for a service which I will not name for several years, and I understand the systemic issues. The cost is through the roof and yet the caregivers are not usually the sort of person with whom I'd personally choose for my loved one's care. I am currently caring for a family member, and this allows for me to be available...
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Hannah S.


Barberton, OH

$15-18/hr4 yrs exp

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Hello! I am a stay at home mom to a 14-month-old! I am looking to watch 1-2 children in my home in Norton part time. Before having a child of my own, I babysat on and off for 6 years. I have experience with newborn to school age and special needs as well. I adore children! I practice a gentle/ attachment and Montessori parenting...
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Lacey S.


Barberton, OH

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny-Companion/Caregiver

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Hello! I am a mother of a 5-year-old cutie with autism and I love caring for people of all ages. I am certified in CPR/BLS and have 6 years experience working in the nursing field. I work with special needs; or people with physical/mental disabilities. I am fully vaccinated, as required by the hospital I worked for. I am more...
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Lacey S.


Barberton, OH

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

From Nanny To Senior Care

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Hello! I am a mother of a 5-year-old cutie with autism and I love caring for people of all ages. I am certified in CPR/BLS and have 6 years experience working in the nursing field. I work with special needs; or people with physical/mental disabilities. I am fully vaccinated, as required by the hospital I worked for. I am more...
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Mykaela Z.


Akron, OH

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver For Summer 2015

5.0

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I was a special education 1st grade teacher in Akron. I graduated with my bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Intervention Specialist with highest honors from Ashland University. I am state certified to teach general education PreK-5th and special education PreK-3rd. I am currently in graduate school earning my doctorate degree...
5.0
"Mykaela is an amazingly warm and loving person. She does a wonderful job with children of all ages. I would trust her with my child with no questions asked."

Reviewed by Mindy W.

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Shatora J.


Akron, OH

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny\Sitter

5.0

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Hello I'm originally from Ga, a mother of three beautiful children. I've had 20+ years being a Nanny and working with children from ages newborn to young adult. Caring for others is a passion of mine. I have also worked with MRDD, special needs, multiples and Non responsive children. I enjoy reading, outdoors, music teaching...
5.0
"Shatora has kept my children on numerous occasions. She is always attentive, kind, caring, and patient with them. She is as professional as they come. I highly recommend choosing her as your caregiver, you wont...

Reviewed by Care member

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Gennifer P.


Akron, OH

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Lifestyle Senior Caregiver

5.0

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Hi, My name is Genesis. I've been working in senior care for over 10 years, the last three with nationally recognized companies. I specialize in hospice, dementia and Alzheimer's care, and have trained extensively in mobility, personal care, meal and lifestyle planning, as well as medication management. I've also worked in...
5.0
"Gennifer is a great help! We hired her to help with my 95yr old grandmother and was there when we needed her and was able to help we we had to take grandma to the hospital. While the family was dealing with the...

Reviewed by Gavin W.

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Deborah J.


Akron, OH

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Soul Looking To Help Care For Someone With Needs In Need :)

5.0

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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...
5.0
"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 continues to care for her when I need help. She was...

Reviewed by Megan H.

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Monica S.


Akron, OH

$15-17/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

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Due to my childhood experiences, I have had the opportunities of taking after my siblings(all 7 of them). I am patient with children of all ages. While my parents would go away on 3 night trips, I would take after my siblings. I am educated with sickness, medicine, and technology. I am also educated with children with special...
5.0
"I am the school counselor at Field High School and I have known Monica since she was in 6th grade. If I had children of age Monica would be my first hire."

Reviewed by Bonnie S.

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Monica P.


Wadsworth, OH

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny For A Sweet Newborn That Family Has To Move! Available June 14th

5.0

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I am currently looking to serve a family who would appreciate my genuine LOVE for children. The families I have served were delighted that I enjoy reading & singing, & especially, floor time is appreciated because it encourages cognitive play! I will tidy up & prep dinner: swimming, crafts, & tutored. I teach piano &volunteer...
5.0
"Very kindhearted and just a genuine person. She loves life and people!"

Reviewed by Cindy M.

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Emily M.


Akron, OH

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Nanny, Ready To Learn And Grow!

5.0

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Hello! I am moving to part-time so I will have extra days open to help with sick kids or last-minute care needs. I will not work with more than two kids under 5 years old at a time, I can't promise quality care with that many littles. I have a lot of experience with special needs and learning disorders. Feel free to ask me any...
5.0
"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 daughters. We did not hire her because our situation changed and...

Reviewed by Stephanie G.

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Shatora J.


Akron, OH

$19/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

5.0

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I've enjoyed 22 memorable years providing private duty home care for families, infants, special needs children, geriatrics, quadriplegic and Alzheimer's clients. I enjoy caring for those who are in need of my caring touch, warm heart, and overall joy of tending to those requesting my assistance. also I am a mother with an...
5.0
"Tori did a great job of providing care for my 81 year old mother!!! "

Reviewed by Lynn D.

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Danielle P.


Rittman, OH

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Sitter

5.0

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Hi! My name is Danielle and I'm an RN who loves to care for children on my days off. I have 15 + years of childcare experience. I babysat all through HS and college and then 4 years ago, took a nannying job for twin newborns and I have been with them and their family ever since. I absolutely love children and carring for them is...
5.0
"We found Danielle on Care.com and she has been with our family nannying for our twins since they were 7 weeks old. Over the past 4 years she has become part of our family and our kids absolutely adore her. We...

Reviewed by Katrina S.

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Heather D.


Akron, OH

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny For Your Family

5.0

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Hello! I'm Heather, a fun, fit, empty Nester with two grown children of my own, and one grandchild. I've spent the last 18 years working as a full time nanny, locally. Before that I spent 8 years as a preschool teacher (3-pre-K), and worked for two years at a local Daycare center. I'm currently taking the summer off, but I'm...
5.0
"Heather is very reliable and dedicated to children and families. Her experience is unparalleled. She would be an asset to any family. "

Reviewed by Kara G.

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Karen M.


Clinton, OH

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Parent Of Special Needs Children

5.0

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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Barberton, OH

Tiffany G.

5.0

Video-Interviewed Tiffany for a nannying position but ended up no longer needing help. I wanted to share that Tiffany was lovely to speak with and I believe would be a wonderful nanny for a lucky family. Had we needed help after all, she was one of the few we were planning to invite for an in-person...

- Elizabeth H.

Tiffany G.

5.0

Tiffany is amazing with kids. Her organization and creativity helped my kids learn and behave while having fun! She is always dedicated and truly had the best interests of the children at heart. She was able to see when my kids were being obstinate, call them.out on it and yet persuade them to...

- TRACY V.

Lauren L.

5.0

Lauren was great! She was punctual and my kiddo absolutely loved her! I can't wait to have her back!

- Daysha L.

Mykaela Z.

5.0

Mykaela is an amazingly warm and loving person. She does a wonderful job with children of all ages. I would trust her with my child with no questions asked.

- Mindy W.

Shatora J.

5.0

Shatora has kept my children on numerous occasions. She is always attentive, kind, caring, and patient with them. She is as professional as they come. I highly recommend choosing her as your caregiver, you wont be disappointed!

- Care member

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Barberton, OH are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.