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Amy K.

Senior Care Provider

Stow, OH

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
home modification
dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 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
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
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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Akron, OH

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
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
Meal prep
errands
dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
+ 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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Olivia M.'s Photo

Stow, OH

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 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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Streetsboro, OH

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello! My name is Mallory. Working with children is my passion. I've worked in childcare for 6 years and as a nanny for 2 of those years. I am comfortable with all age groups and with special needs children. I do not drive currently.
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Nanny

Stow, OH

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
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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Gennifer P.'s Photo

Akron, OH

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$22/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
companionship
hospice services
errands
+ 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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Akron, OH

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$19/hr
4 years experience
Hello, My name is Gideon. I have four years of working experience as a caregiver. I am currently a student at Ohio State University. I am certified by the state of Ohio in a Department of developmental disability. I also category one medication administration. I also have first aid and CPR certification. I enjoy caring for...
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Fun Sitter

Ravenna, OH

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$11/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Danielle. I have been babysitting since I was a freshman in high school which was 7-8 years ago. I've been working at a middle school now for 6 years. I have worked with all ages and even special needs. I love kids and if you need a night out, I'm your go to!
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Streetsboro, OH

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Casandra, a 44-year-old Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), mom of three, and someone who truly loves helping children learn, grow, and feel loved. For the past 15 years, I've worked in pediatrics, including caring for children with special needs. I also have experience leading my church nursery and raising my own three...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

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

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

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