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I am a Registered Nurse with a previous BA degree in English literature from IU. I've been working in senior and palliative care for 15 years primarily doing private care for individual patients and families.
I have managed home care for special needs and senior clients coordinating 24 hr care, payroll, scheduling and meal...
Lisa B. says "I hired Kara to assist with a senior day program I run and she was the best employee I had. She never missed a day, thoroughly enjoyed each senior she...
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carpooling
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Hello! I am currently a full time nanny but will be moving to part time when preschool starts in August. At that point I'll be working Monday and Tuesday (8a-5p) and when the kids are home sick. I am otherwise free to help with your child! I have over 10 years of experience. I would love to have adventures to local libraries,...
Stephanie G. says "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...
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I am 40 years old. Going to school for medical billing and coding. I have been in childcare since I was 15 years old and started babysitting. I have been working with kids professionally for 19 years now. I am currently TA in a classroom for special needs kids. I resigned my job starting in August to focus on school and an in...
Carrie T. says "Liz has watched my 18 month old since she was 8 weeks old while I worked out of the house. I will be done working at the end of this month, so we no...
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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...
Light cleaning
meal prep
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errands
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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- $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.
Meal prep
Nurturing children's growth and development is a true passion of mine. With three years of experience, I provide patient and calm care for up to two children. I have a college degree and training in First Aid and CPR. I am comfortable following your lead regarding household rules. At pickup, I enjoy communicating verbally about...
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Stow, OH
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1 year experience
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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...
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
live-in home care
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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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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...
I have experience with all ages and different development delays. I am a nursing student that will strive to provide the best care! I love working with all ages!
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Hi! I'm Sarah. I have caregiving experience for ages 1-14. I have some experience with special needs. I am an animal lover and also have experience with petsitting. I have been a preschool and kindergarten soccer coach for 5 years and I love working with children. I am in school for early childhood education at Kent State.
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.
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...
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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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.
I have experience caring for children and young and older adults that have MR/DD. I enjoy caring for those that can't care for themselves.
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- $18/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 became disabled and later passed from psychiatric issues, mobility problems, and sepsis. During that time, I learned all about caregiving for someone with a variety of special needs. I enjoyed caregiving, and since then, I've worked with...
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grocery shopping
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...
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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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $14.76/hr as of January 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
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Special Needs Caregivers in Kent, OH are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Kara K.
I hired Kara to assist with a senior day program I run and she was the best employee I had. She never missed a day, thoroughly enjoyed each...
- Lisa B.
Emily M.
We interviewed Emily for a position. She was polite and seems like a driven individual with focus on care for others. She was delightful...
- Stephanie G.
Elizabeth J.
Liz has watched my 18 month old since she was 8 weeks old while I worked out of the house. I will be done working at the end of this month,...
- Carrie T.
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