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Deborah D.


Plain City, OH

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Retired LPCC

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I became passionate about healing and caring for children after leaving an abusive relationship with my five daughters many years ago. I subsequently went to school and became licensed as a LPCC. My expertise was in trauma, abuse, anxiety and depression. I've treated children on the autism spectrum, ADHD, PTSD and many other...
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Elizabeth W.


Dublin, OH

$15/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello! My name is Elizabeth and I am currently a licensed physical therapist in the Dublin area. I have roughly 11 years of experience working with children ages 1-young teens. I started babysitting during high school and during undergrad I was a ballet instructor for ages 2-10 and also worked with children with special needs...

Recent review:

5.0
Elizabeth did a fantastic job watching our 4 year old. She arrived on time and played with our son while we were gone. We look forward to hiring her again!

Reviewed by Care member

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Stephanie R.


Hilliard, OH

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Big Kid At Heart

5.0

(1)

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I have been babysitting ever since I was 15 years old. During this time, I have gained experience in becoming CPR and First Aid trained, worked with a variety of ages from 2+, and worked with individuals with special needs. I like to keep kids away from screen time and bring their imaginations to life. Willing to travel to local...

Recent review:

5.0
She did amazing with a particularly difficult child with disabilities.

Reviewed by Care member

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Kara M.


Hilliard, OH

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Kara ! I am a recent graduate of The Ohio State University with a bachelors degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences and am currently in an advanced RN program pursuing my BSN in nursing. I will be a graduate of the nursing program in just a few short quarters. Currently I am a full time nanny to a 2-year-old boy and...
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Heather S.


Hilliard, OH

$16/hr6 yrs exp

Positive, Fun, Kind, Empathetic, Passionate

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I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have 2 younger siblings, now 9 and 12, that I helped my parents raise while they were both working full time jobs. I also co-parent my boyfriends kids who are 8 and 9, one with special needs. I am currently in school at OSU for...
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Kellyn S.


Dublin, OH

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter With 3+ Years Experience

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I recently moved back home to Columbus and am looking to get back into babysitting! I have 4+ years of experience nannying and babysitting and have experience in working with children with special needs.
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Catherine L.


Hilliard, OH

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hello, Sunshine!

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I realized I wanted to work with children in 2016 when I landed a position on the pediatric floor at a psychiatric hospital. That hospital had a unit specifically for Autism and before then, I never knew what autism was or what it meant. Oddly enough, staff would call me to the unit to assist with the kiddos in behaviors but I...
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Kelsey D.


Hilliard, OH

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Recent College Graduate

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I am a recent graduate from The Ohio State University, with a Bachelor's degree in education. I was an early childhood intervention specialist major, and have worked with many individuals with disabilities. I have worked as a classroom assistant/student teacher, as well as been a one-on-one care provider and babysitter. I have...
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Brandey R.


Hilliard, OH

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Children Of All Ages And Personalities Are My Passion In Life, Each One Of Them Are Different And Very Special In Their Own Way.

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I have cared for children with special needs including Autism, Down syndrome and Asperger syndrome. I am very patient and love being with each and every one of them. I have been trained for all of the different behaviors and am not ever intimidated or afraid to help in any way. Children are my passion and I care for each and...
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Eileen S.


Dublin, OH

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

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I am a freshman at Westminster College, majoring in Special Education. I am from Ohio and would love to find an individual who I could help in anyway. Back home I am a Health Aid for a young girls with a developmental disability. I have also had a great deal of experience working with students at my high school who have wide...
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Kathleen S.


Dublin, OH

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

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Master's degree in education with a certification in Special Education.
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Gabrielle E.


Dublin, OH

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

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My name is Gabrielle and I am a recent college graduate! I am a positive and energetic person and love learning new things! I have been working for the last six months as a classroom aid for transition age students with autism. I found a passion for working with these students and supporting them in the classroom and in the...
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Marilyn S.


Columbus, OH

$32/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate & Kind Nanny Willing To Assist In Short-term Care / Temporary Positions

5.0

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I have over 5 years of professional nanny experience, and well over a decade of babysitting experience! Willing to work with children of all ages, and comfortable providing care for children with special needs. CPR/First Aid certified, willing to assist with household duties, and owner of a reliable vehicle. Recently moved to...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Marilyn has cared for my 2yr old son and (newly) 5 year old daughter part time since January 2019. My kids adore her. She was also responsible for picking them up for preschool and installing their car seats....

Reviewed by Kimberly L.

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Madison H.


Columbus, OH

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter and Animal Sitter.

5.0

(1)

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Hello and thanks for checking out my profile! I have been watching children my entire life as an older sibling and now an auntie to five kiddos! I have worked with special needs children and am comfortable with any situation. I love doing arts and crafts and going to the park! I would love to be able to help you out!

Recent review:

5.0
My kids love Madison. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed by Christina F.

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Nadezhda S.


Columbus, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Nanny - Available Now!

5.0

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Available to provide flexible full-time care around typical business hours! I have experience caring for kids of all ages, including siblings and those with special needs. Ready to assist with the back to school transition, including help with daily assignments. I am an outgoing and adventurous mother to an awesome 5-year-old....

Recent reviews:

5.0
I am Nadia's brother and she is 9 years older than me. She has taken care of me a lot throughout my life. When she took care of me she made meals for me and helped me with homework and other things. During my...

Reviewed by Zev W.

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5.0

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Hello! My name is Brinley - I am a student and I love to work with both parents and adults with varying needs. I have some experience babysitting for kids with autism, and have done care for my grandmother as well. Please feel free to reach out to see if we might be a good fit!

Recent review:

5.0
Brinley has watched our kids (3yo, 2yo) on multiple occasions. She is wonderful! Prompt, dependable, personable, and the kids love her - she does a great job engaging them, and playing with them. We intend to...

Reviewed by Lars M.

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Brianna R.


Dublin, OH

$12-15/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter Or Nanny Available Most Days And Nights

5.0

(3)

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I'm a Super Senior in my fifth year of college studying studio art and criminal justice, but I am originally from Dublin Oh. I used to play collegiate soccer and have now begun playing amateur and semi-pro women's soccer around Ohio. I'm more than happy to help with homework or school projects! I love to do arts and crafts of...

Recent reviews:

5.0
My kids love Brianna! She is very responsible and reliable.

Reviewed by Dana B.

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Lexi R.


Columbus, OH

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi there! My name is Lexi and I am 24 years old. I am currently in graduate school at Ohio University to be a speech-language pathologist - I have a passion for children with developmental disabilities! I have tons of experience with children aging from 2 to 16. I have experience watching multiple children at a time and children...

Recent review:

5.0
I wish we could hire Lexi for life!!! Any family lucky enough to have her caring for their loved one will feel the same, I'm sure. She always has a smile and loves the hardest of kids to love.

Reviewed by Brooke O.

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Jenny G.


Columbus, OH

$31/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Occasional Work And/or Date Night :)

5.0

(3)

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I have been working with adults with disabilities for over 20 years. I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis. I am CPR/ First Aid certified and I am certified to pass oral medications, insulin and feedings/medications through g-tube. I am trustworthy, patient and absolutely love...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Our son loves Jenny! She has been with us weekly for two years. As special needs parents, it can be hard to trust someone with your child. Our son is nonverbal, non ambulatory (but still very active) and g-tube...

Reviewed by Jessica C.

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Tosha S.


Columbus, OH

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

(2)

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I am a dedicated and dependable nanny with over 8 years of experience and related education. I am patient, eager to learn, reliable, and love working with children. I majored in early childhood education and have experience working with all types of children including those with special needs. I grew up helping raise 2 younger...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Tosha has been a loving, dependable, and irreplaceable addition to our family's life. Tosha has watched my girls full time for the past two years in our home. She is punctual each day and reliable with our work...

Reviewed by Karen T.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Plain City, OH

Elizabeth W.

5.0

Elizabeth did a fantastic job watching our 4 year old. She arrived on time and played with our son while we were gone. We look forward to hiring her again!

- Care member

Stephanie R.

5.0

She did amazing with a particularly difficult child with disabilities.

- Care member

Marilyn S.

5.0

Marilyn has cared for my 2yr old son and (newly) 5 year old daughter part time since January 2019. My kids adore her. She was also responsible for picking them up for preschool and installing their car seats. She was great with our dogs as well. So much, one wants to live with her now.

- Kimberly L.

Madison H.

5.0

My kids love Madison. I highly recommend her.

- Christina F.

Nadezhda S.

5.0

I am Nadia's brother and she is 9 years older than me. She has taken care of me a lot throughout my life. When she took care of me she made meals for me and helped me with homework and other things. During my childhood of knowing her we went to the same day camp at the JCC and she worked with the...

- Zev W.

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