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Hi! I'm Bri - I'm 23, currently taking my positive reinforcement dog training classes remotely, and childcare has been a huge part of my life for over 8 years now. I've worked with kids of all ages, from tiny newborns just a couple of weeks old to teenagers, and I have experience supporting children with special needs as...
Tasha P. says "Bri was a wonderful babysitter to my kids for two years. My kids loved her and I always felt more than comfortable leaving them in her care. She became...
Before I was registered as an independent provider, I looked after my 25-year-old sister with Down Syndrome, since about 6th grade. My parents had me cook meals, help with homework, and help her with anything she needed. I have also been involved in our local organization the Upside of Downs, since about 5 years old. At this...
Hi! My name is Bri. I am 21 and a positive reinforcement dog trainer with 5+ yrs experience with special needs! I have volunteered with special needs kids, and adults on occasion, for 4 years and started helping out and babysitting for about 2. I love helping out and learning new skills and ways to help keep them comfortable and...
Compassionate & Kind Nanny Willing To Assist In Short-term Care / Temporary Positions
Cleveland, OH
5.0(1)
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- $32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am a career nanny in search of my next full time long-term position with a "unicorn family", working with both agencies and sites such as Care to find a great fit. I have over 7 years of professional nanny experience, and well over a decade of babysitting experience! Willing to work with children of all ages, and comfortable...
Kimberly L. says "Marilyn has cared for my 2yr old son and (newly) 5 year old daughter part time since January 2019. My kids adore her. She was also responsible for...
Hi, My Name Is Kameryne. I'm Very Excited To Help Families With The Most Important Job Of All!
Cleveland, OH
5.0(1)
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- $18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am very kind, energetic and determined.
I like working with kids because it gives me the opportunity to be a teacher, friend, and confident to the younger generation.
I'd like a job that gives the opportunity for both your children and I to grow! We will learn a lot from each other!
I started working with kids fairly...
Care Member says "My kids had a great time with Kameryne. They were all happy, fed and asleep when I got home!"
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10 years experience
Having worked as a caregiver for 25+ years, I find that helping to make a difference in someone's life, or just seeing them smile, can be one of the most rewarding benefits to not only my job, but in my life. I've worked with a wide variety of people, & have provided care from birth, until end of life. In my free time I enjoy...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello,
My name is Lisa. I am a mother of three including twins, and grandmother of one. I am positive, energetic, and have 20+ years of experience. Childcare experience includes newborns, twins, special needs, along with food allergies.
I take great pride, and truly enjoy taking care of little ones.
My daily routines...
Care Member says "Lisa is fantastic. She is currently watching my three children. They are twin four year olds and their five year old sister. From the minute she...
I am a 38-year-old with 8 years experience working with individuals who intellectual and developmental disabilities. I've worked in the homes feeding, bathing, cleaning and interacting with many individuals of all backgrounds. I was a supervisor in the homes for 1 year and move up quickly as a House Manager for 2 years and then...
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10 years experience
I am a certified Independent Provider for disabled adults, I have 13 years experience and have been certified for 9 years. I am CPR and first aid certified. I also have experience caring for seniors and hospice clients, I am a laid back, caring , middle aged adult that enjoys caring for others. I have great transportation and I...
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5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
A little about myself. I am 26 yrs old with 5 years of experience working individuals who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. I've worked in the homes feeding, bathing, cleaning and interacting with many individuals of all backgrounds. I was a supervisor in the home for 1year and moved up quickly to supervisor of...
Abby M. says "We are so happy Dominique came into our lives! She is so easy to work and communicate with and makes the whole experience less worrisome. She is great with...
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9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi there! My name is Amanda and I recently graduated with a Doctorate in Occupational therapy. I completed research in the NICU with premature infants, working on feeding and breastfeeding! My professional experience includes, working as teaching assistant in a school for children with special needs, nannying for various...
Sean H. says "Amanda bonded with my children. I would hire again. Thanks!"
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10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
personal care
dementia
hospice services
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Reliable Private Duty Caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Adept at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong rapport with a client. Specializes in elderly and special needs patients. Meals for clients in their homes based on specific diets...
Bryan K. says "Mariquetta is very nice and dependable ,very hard worker and pleasant"
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I'd describe my personality as funny, caring, and empathetic!
I like working with kids because they make everyday life more enjoyable and they bring out inner children in adults!
I started working with kids when I was in middle school and high school while babysitting and volunteering for special needs work!
In my spare time,...
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Companionship
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errands
light cleaning
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Hello my name is Deandra I am a certified nursing assistant with 19 years of hands on experience in providing care to seniors. I also hold certifications in MRDD and pharmaceutical tech which allows me to better support clients with specialized needs and medication management
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm currently a teacher at a school for special needs. I've been working there full time for a little over a year now.
I have been a babysitter for 3 kids in the past (ages ranging from 3-9) for about a year.
I love kids of all ages and want to continue pursuing a career working with children!
I have reliable...
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dementia
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I'd describe my personality as caring , compassionate, organized.
I like caring for seniors because I understand that there are a lot of things that they can't do or just need help with.
I started caring for seniors when in 2010. after working for a company with clients with special needs from 2004 to 2010.
Dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
I am previously certified CNA. I will be taking classes and getting state tested again very soon. I have accumulated around 2. 5 years of experience in care taking. I have worked at 2 nursing homes, 1 group home and have done 2 private cases as well. I have experience with memory loss residents, behavioral residents and special...
Light cleaning
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Hello!! My name is Brooke and I am a senior nursing student at Case Western Reserve University. I am interested in nannying because of my love for kids! In my nursing career, I have worked with newborns all the way to 18-year-olds as well as children with special needs. As a nursing student I am certified in pediatric and adult...
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
My grandmother been doing daycare for almost 30 years so I've always been in a daycare environment I've always helped at the daycare. Also I've helped my mother with my 5 younger siblings for years. I am great with all kids. From infant to preteens, also I'm great with children with special needs.
I have been teaching middle school for 12 years now and I have been a summer camp counselor at Brownstone Day school for 3 years. I have received my masters degree in special education. I have been babysitting since I was 11-12 years old. My mom ran a day care while I was growing up so I guess you can say I even started to...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $14.33/hr as of December 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 3.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Independence, OH
Special Needs Caregivers in Independence, OH are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Brianna B.
Bri was a wonderful babysitter to my kids for two years. My kids loved her and I always felt more than comfortable leaving them in her care....
- Tasha P.
Marilyn S.
Marilyn has cared for my 2yr old son and (newly) 5 year old daughter part time since January 2019. My kids adore her. She was also...
- Kimberly L.
Kameryne S.
My kids had a great time with Kameryne. They were all happy, fed and asleep when I got home!
- Care member
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