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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Medina, OH
The average rate is $16/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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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...
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"Shatora takes her job and the people that she cares for very seriously.
She will not disappoint you."
Reviewed by Nadia Y.
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Hello my name is Amanda. I am a licensed early childhood educator prek-3rd grade. I have spent the last 7 years teaching in the classroom. Watching children grow and learn is my passion! Before acquiring my teaching degree, I began babysitting at 15 years old. I have experience with children aged 3 months and older. I also have...
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"Amanda has watched my son with special needs. She is always punctual, caring, and patient! My son absolutely loves her!! Being the mother of a special needs child your worry about who is caring for your child...
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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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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...
Tiffany G.
Barberton, OH
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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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...
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"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.
Cary E.
Strongsville, OH
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Your Search Stops Here. Caring, Compassionate, Experienced And Dependable Caregiver Here:
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Over 12 years experience, specializing in personalized care for individuals with Alzheimer's, Dementia, MS, and special needs. Offering assistance with daily activities, including exercise, therapy, housekeeping, and meal preparation. Supporting with bathing, grooming, and dressing needs. Providing errand running, accompanying...
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"Cary is just like her name. Very caring. Was gentle and compassionate with my grandmother who adored her."
Reviewed by Tina E.
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I was a nurse at a children's hospital in Akron for 29 years. I worked in every unit of the hospital and also worked in the recovery room and outpatient surgery unit. I have taken care of many children with disabilities of all kinds.
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"Hired several times and continue to do so. My kids love her. Great with my daughter who has DS too."
Reviewed by Traci M.
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Hello! My name is Sabrina and I'm the oldest of 7 kids - all of whom I also helped raise - so I have nearly a lifetime of experience with children of all developmental stages.
I volunteered for several years at a women's shelter caring for children aged newborn to 7 years old, and have worked at two Montessori schools. I am a...
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"I have hired Sabrina many times for my two young boys, ages 6 and 3. She is a natural with children and always has just the right game or book to keep them both occupied and also intellectually stimulated. She...
Reviewed by Christina L.
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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...
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"My wife is also doing a review that I'm not reading until after I submit this one. We both felt the need to say what an amazing person Danielle is and how lucky we have always felt to have her as a part of our...
Reviewed by Dan S.
Deborah J.
Akron, OH
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate Soul Looking To Help Care For Someone With Needs In Need :)
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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...
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"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.
Maggie G.
Berea, OH
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I have been babysitting/ nannying for about 7 years now and I love it! I have helped with my local Safety Town, children's church activities, and special needs dance classes. I am currently a senior studying Early Childhood Education at Baldwin Wallace University. I have experience babysitting up to 4 kids, from infants up to 12...
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"Maggie has watched our 2.5 year old son several times over the last month. Our son gets excited when we tell him that Maggie is coming over. She will send us pictures while babysitting and follows our routines...
Reviewed by Jennifer S.
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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...
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"Emily was amazing with my son! I hired her for the summer of 2021 for the days and nights I had to work. She was always on time or early, very interactive and energetic (which was great for my then 3 year old),...
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Hello! My name is Hannah. I am a recent college graduate with over a decade of paid childcare experience. I have experience with children of all ages, but I prefer working with infants and toddlers. I also have experience working with children/young adults with special needs.
I charge based on a few things: my experience, how...
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"Hannah is always on time and our autistic toddler ADORES her (she’s the first babysitter he has actively chosen over mom and dad). We feel very comfortable having her in our home and would recommend her to...
Reviewed by Kat H.
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I am an experienced mom of four children for 17 years (ages 10, 12, 15, and 17) and have worked with kids of all ages! I have led children's ministries at two churches which included lesson planning, volunteer staffing, and teaching for ages infant through 5th grade. My current part-time job has included planning family events...
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"Jessica was wonderful! My son, who usually is unhappy at first when left with new people, was very relaxed and went straight to her after just few minutes. He was happy and cheerful throughout the day while...
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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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I am CPR certified and trained in First AID. I do have my Associates in Early Childhood education my Bachelors in Business. I currently attend CSU for my MBA. I worked in a daycare/school for over 2 years. I have worked with all ages of children, 0-6 month group all the way up to after-school/Preteens. My mother was also a...
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"She is wonderful with my granddaughter, is loving caring and was so helpful in a pinch! Very happy and still using her!"
Reviewed by Nancy R.
Tiffany G.
Barberton, OH
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
FT Experienced Nanny Available In Akron And The Surrounding Areas
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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...
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"Tiffany has been my twins (2 yrs old) nanny for the last several months. My kids absolutely love her and my husband and I couldn't be happier. Since day 1 she has shown me and specially my kids that she...
Reviewed by Sheila M.
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I recently moved from California to Ohio for a performing arts group I auditioned for. I have babysat and nannied for multiple years and have a great amount of experience working with children of multiple age groups, including those with special needs. I truly enjoy working with children and babysitting.
Rachel H.
Strongsville, OH
$18-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I am a teacher for high functioning special needs kiddos (experience with 2yrs to 15 yrs) looking to help give families that extra support they need in the home. Open to one time/variable recurring weekend help for date nights/errand running etc! I am a reliable and creative person ready for fun!
Ava V.
Berea, OH
$15-20/hr
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I have worked in occasion with children with special needs. I am willing to learn more!
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Medina, OH
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
Amanda S.
5.0
Amanda has watched my son with special needs. She is always punctual, caring, and patient! My son absolutely loves her!! Being the mother of a special needs child your worry about who is caring for your child shifts to a different level. With Amanda any cares or concerns that I would be worried...
- Care member
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.
Cary E.
5.0
Cary is very caring and friendly. She was great while caring for my family member.
- Stephanie H.
Kathleen J.
5.0
Hired several times and continue to do so. My kids love her. Great with my daughter who has DS too.
- Traci M.
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