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Dakota A.

Babysitter Available

Painesville, OH

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I am a home schooling mother of 5. I am a very patient, attentive, calm, loving Person. I have cared for many children, providing safe, loving, educational care. I was a full time nanny for a couple years for a special needs baby/toddler. in addition to child care, I have my own housekeeping business. Ihave worked as a home...

Care Member says "Dakota is great. She inspected the job and told me about the environmentally safe products she uses.I explained my allergies and what I needed. She came...

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Painesville, OH

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$15/hr
2 years experience
My name is Dakota. I am a mother of 5 children. While I am not homeschooling them, I work part time helping people. I have worked independently since I graduated HS in 2013. Ive taken jobs from housekeeping. Babysitting. Pet sitting. Elderly care and helping people with special needs! I have worked for a baby/toddler with many...
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About Marissa

Painesville, OH

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I currently work at an Adult Day Program for those with developmental disabilities. I especially enjoy working with clients who are wheelchair bound. It fulfills me to help my clients feel respected, dignified, and cared for while also helping them do things they might not have been able to otherwise.
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LPN

Painesville, OH

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Working with students will special needs in a public school setting for 11 plus years Educated as a nurse Trained to give medication
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Painesville, OH

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$12/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
Hi there! My name is Megan, and I'm a patient and dependable caregiver with a true heart for helping children grow. I've spent the last four years working closely with students in school settings and supporting those with emotional and behavioral needs, autism, and other learning differences. This summer, I'll be completing my...
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Experience Working With Seniors With Special Needs

Painesville, OH

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 22 yrs. experience working with intellectually and physically challenged individuals in wide age range. Support including but not limited to hygiene care, meal planning/prep, administering medication, transportation needs, assist with finances/budgeting, socializing, and companion care. I currently work for an elderly...
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Experienced Caregiver

Mentor, OH

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have worked as a professional nanny for more than a decade and in daycare for more than four years. I cared for children ages ranging from 6 weeks old to late elementary. I also have experience with twins and special needs children, homeschooling, night nanny services, overnights, and preteens.

Danye L. says "Ms. Sherry did an outstanding job looking after our baby. From the first time she came to our home for an interview until the last day she worked with us,...

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Chardon, OH

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$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
As a nurturing caregiver with over five years of experience. My friendly, patient, and formal demeanor puts children at ease, and my strong communication skills ensure parents are well-informed about their child's day. Comfortable caring for up to three children, ages 0 to 11, I'm happy to enforce household rules and engage in...
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Babysitter

Mentor, OH

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$18/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am seeking a stable and consistent weekday job (weekends available if discussed in advance). I have experience babysitting children aged 1-6 and am comfortable caring for up to two children. Additionally, I have worked as a teacher's aide in a summer school program, where I had the opportunity to assist children with special...
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Chardon, OH

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I have experience working with children who have special needs as well as caregiving for seniors. Feel free to reach out if interested!
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Create Fun For Seniors

Mentor, OH

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Errands
dementia
transportation
respite care
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 2. 0 years of experience working with a 91-year-old woman. I spend mornings with her in her home - breakfast, coffee, conversation and walking her 99lb black lab. I also take her to doctor appointments and weekly hair appointments. I will occasionally run errands and shop for food. My experience working with seniors...
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Mentor, OH

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I worked as a nanny for 11 years for all different kinds of families. Special needs, diabetes medical care, premature NICU babies, multiples, overnight care and house sitting. I am now a mom of six with ages ranging from 0-12 years old. I'm looking for an in home childcare position as I homeschool my children. I have a pack and...
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Mentor, OH

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$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am an professional nanny with over eight years of experience. During those years, I have worked for three years with a child diagnosed with Down syndrome, and and another child diagnosed with attachment disorder. I consider myself patient and in-tune to the needs of all the children I worked with. I am stern, but affectionate,...
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Part Time Care Giver For Special Needs Children

Thompson, OH

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I have extensive experience working with special needs students of all ages and ability levels.
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Behavior Specialist

Chardon, OH

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am passionate about the special needs community because I have met the most incredible people that deserve all the love and respect like everyone does. I have learned so much about strength and resilience through the people in this community. I have been trained and have 5+ years of experience as a Registered Behavioral...
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Grand River, OH

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$13/hr
1 year experience
I have worked in homes for women with developmental disabilities. I would transfer them from bed to wheelchair and from wheelchair to toilet or bed to toilet, get them dressed, change their depends, etc. I have worked with autistic children (teenagers). It's a passion of mine to work with special needs people. I love helping...
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Elder Care

Chardon, OH

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Errands
dementia
respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 10+ years as a caretaker for children and adults with a variety of special needs. I am reliable, and I take care of my clients with gentle love while bringing my upbeat positive energy as well.
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Fun & Loving Sitter

Geneva, OH

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I have 2yo son. I also have 6 younger siblings ages ranging from 5-20. While in high school I assisted with the special needs students. I cannot wait to meet with & get to know you and your kiddos!!
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Teacher/Childcare Provider

Cleveland, OH

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
I have six or seven years of full-time as well as part-time childcare as well as PRE K-3 teaching experience. I've also tutored special needs/exceptional children and have worked with several families in the past. I am looking for full or part-time work during the year.

Care Member says "Carla is a very caring and beautiful young lady "

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.67/hr as of February 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Painesville, OH

Special Needs Caregivers in Painesville, OH are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Dakota A.

Dakota is great. She inspected the job and told me about the environmentally safe products she uses.I explained my allergies and what I...

- Care member

Sherry S.

Ms. Sherry did an outstanding job looking after our baby. From the first time she came to our home for an interview until the last day she...

- Danye L.

Carla V.

Carla is a very caring and beautiful young lady

- Care member

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