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Gennifer P.

Caring, Trustworthy Childcare

Akron, OH

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 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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Stow, OH

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Transportation
respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
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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Senior Care Provider

Stow, OH

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
I am passionate about the elderly. I loved spending time with my grandparents when they were still with us, and I am a loving and kind individual. I am also a high school special needs teacher.
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Tallmadge, OH

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Part Time Helper

Cuyahoga Falls, OH

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
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.
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Reliable And Caring Mom Offering Childcare, Pet Sitting, Caregiving And Household Support Services.

Stow, OH

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a mom of two teens. I have many years of childcare experience. Currently, I am working in casual employment as a substitute for a church preschool, and a Montessori school. I have First Aid and CPR for Adult, Infant and Children. I also have had training through the ODJFS for preschool center basics. I teach in our...
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Akron, OH

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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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Senior Caregiver

Stow, OH

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Transportation
meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I have been a volunteer at a Retirement Village where my mother was a nurse. I would assist the residents with their dinning time and individual time. One patient who has cerebral palsy, I would assist with all his special needs and go out with him to run errands.
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Stow, OH

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Olivia and I am studying Early Childhood Education at Kent State University. I have 7 years of experience with children at all stages of life, and I am comfortable caring for large families (& pets!) I am CPR certified, confident in my first aid skills, and have cared for children with special needs. I can...
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Akron, OH

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$20/hr
4 years experience
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.
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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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Special Needs Caregiver

Stow, OH

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I was a preschool intervention specialist for several years, and now I am a high school intervention specialist. I have a lot of experience babysitting and am CPR certified.
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Nanny

Stow, OH

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a current graduate student at Kent State getting my Masters in Speech Pathology. I am looking for weekend babysitter roles. I have tons of childcare experience; I worked in a childcare center (ages 6mo-6y/o) for 9 months, have nannied (part-time and full-time) previously, and worked as a special-needs aide.
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Specialized Care With Dignity

Akron, OH

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$22/hr
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 passed from psychiatric complications. During that time, I learned about caring for a variety of special needs. I've since worked with clients who have down syndrome, ADHD, autism, major psychiatric issues, developmental delays, and spinal...
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Akron, OH

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
My name is Gary. I am 36 years old. I have a special needs child who is 9. I have been a direct support professional for 7 years. I love to do outdoor activities, reading, arts and crafts, helping with day to day life and teaching small lessons. I have a heart for being a caregiver. I am easygoing and a fast learner. I adhere to...
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Ravenna, OH

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Past special needs care experience. Experience with MS, Down syndrome mentally challenged Parkinson's . STNA, first aid, CPR. Worked through agency and as independent provider. Daycare assistant teacher for one year, have experience with seniors, teens, toddlers, young adults.
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Mature And Experienced Special Needs Nanny

Akron, OH

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I am a 62-year-old woman who has a passion for the elderly population. I am currently employed full time working with the mentally and physically disabled, but am looking to supplement my income with evening and weekend hours. I have been in this field for 15 years now and prior to that, owned and operated a child care...
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Akron, OH

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$22/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Live-in home care
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
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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Part Time Caregiver

Akron, OH

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Growing up my grandmother was an independent care taker and I have always helped her out taking care of her clients. I am very passionate about helping people I don't limit myself to just people with special needs I enjoy people and helping them in any way that is needed.
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Care Giver

Akron, OH

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$21/hr
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...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $16.00/hr as of July 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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