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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Rittman, OH
The average rate is $17/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years
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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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Hi,
My name is Genesis. I've been working in senior care for over 10 years, the last three with nationally recognized companies. I specialize in hospice, dementia and Alzheimer's care, and have trained extensively in mobility, personal care, meal and lifestyle planning, as well as medication management. I've also worked in...
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"If you are looking for a friendly, helpful and caring person, Gennifer is your caregiver. She has experience and knowledge in many areas including Dementia care. She is dependable and timely too!!"
Reviewed by Annette M.
Michelle L.
Massillon, OH
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Or Full Time Care Giver For The Elderly Or Special Needs Child Or Adult
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I have worked in the medical field for 15 years and love what I do I love doing the little extra things that make them happy its a very rewarding job I believe everyone deserves great care and companionship. I have worked at the MRRD workshops for 5 years and home care 10 years I also worked for massillon city schools with...
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"Very kind and understanding for delicate personalities and situations. She can handle cranky with a smile."
Reviewed by Ginneen H.
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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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Hello! I'm Heather, a fun, fit, empty Nester with two grown children of my own, and one grandchild. I've spent the last 18 years working as a full time nanny, locally. Before that I spent 8 years as a preschool teacher (3-pre-K), and worked for two years at a local Daycare center. I'm currently taking the summer off, but I'm...
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"Heather is very reliable and dedicated to children and families. Her experience is unparalleled. She would be an asset to any family. "
Reviewed by Kara G.
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Hi! Here is a little about me: I currently work full time as a nanny to two toddlers. I have experience with special needs children and I'm in graduate school currently working on my master's in early childhood special education. I love crafting, nature, animals, and plants!
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"She's always on time & our kids love her! The perfect date night sitter. Thanks Abby!"
Reviewed by Care member
Brianna B.
Hinckley, OH
$14-24/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Bri and I am 22 years old and currently a positive reinforcement but doing my classes remotely. I have had over 8 years of experience with child care including children from around 2 weeks to about 15 years old, as well as children with special needs. I am CPR certified and have my own car for anything your little...
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"Bri was a wonderful babysitter to my kids for two years. My kids loved her and I always felt more than comfortable leaving them in her care. She became much more than a babysitter to our family and I definitely...
Reviewed by Tasha P.
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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 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...
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I taught for 35 years. I worked at and directed CYO summer camps for children with special needs. After retirement I was a vocational director for a large Non-profit that served adults with disabilities. I recently drove students with special needs to school for a local school transportation company. I am currently providing...
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"I hired Mark to transport my 2 adult kids with special needs to and from their day program. I feel absolutely blessed to have found him. The kids loved him, and he was always punctual and dependable."
Reviewed by Natalie H.
Madison T.
Medina, OH
$15-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hi, My name is Madison. I am currently a full-time Online student studying Computer science: software engineering. I have worked with kids all throughout high school and college.
I coached gymnastics and cheer. I do have about 4 years of work with special needs kids and I absolutely loved it. I nannied and babysat during my...
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"We love Madison! She was so fantastic and was the first person our son bonded with right away! We will keep her for future babysitting opportunities. Sent pictures and videos to us and helped him cross major...
Reviewed by Christina O.
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.
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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 has been helping watch our daughter since the end of my maternity leave! She's fantastic with her. She's 2 now, and Hannah is great at doing crafts or learning games with her!"
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Monica S.
Akron, OH
$15-17/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Due to my childhood experiences, I have had the opportunities of taking after my siblings(all 7 of them). I am patient with children of all ages. While my parents would go away on 3 night trips, I would take after my siblings. I am educated with sickness, medicine, and technology. I am also educated with children with special...
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"I am the school counselor at Field High School and I have known Monica since she was in 6th grade. If I had children of age Monica would be my first hire."
Reviewed by Bonnie S.
Denise P.
Akron, OH
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny/Preschool Teacher With Well Over 30+ Years Of Experience
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I am an experienced nanny and preschool teacher, babysitter, camp counselor, Sunday school teacher and more. I have my associate's degree in Child Development with well over 30+ years of experience in child care. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and have always enjoyed caring and working with children of all ages in one...
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"Denise is organized and very knowledgeable about child developmental markers. She did all of the preschool work with our son and prepared him for Kindergarten. He's at the top of his class! Her specialty is...
Reviewed by Amber L.
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I am transitioning from working in tech for the last 5 years back into childcare.
I am experienced in childcare, having been a nanny full time during college and continuing to provide babysitting care for the past 10 years. I have a great deal of experience with children with special needs (Autism in particular but comfortable...
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"Erica is amazing! She is so good with my 7 month old and my daughter loves her. She’s always on time and willing to stay later if needed. She’s great with our dogs, and is always looking for ways to help out...
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I was a special education 1st grade teacher in Akron. I graduated with my bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Intervention Specialist with highest honors from Ashland University. I am state certified to teach general education PreK-5th and special education PreK-3rd. I am currently in graduate school earning my doctorate degree...
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"Mykaela is an amazingly warm and loving person. She does a wonderful job with children of all ages. I would trust her with my child with no questions asked."
Reviewed by Mindy W.
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I love children! I raised three of them! Before that, I was a teacher in grades preschool through 12th grade, in regular classrooms and also in special needs classrooms. All in all, I have had 25 years of teaching experience. I have been a nanny for the last four and a half years with children from 3 months to 8 years old. I...
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"Mary Lou was absolutely amazing with our kids. She came over with projects for them to do, and when we got home, our kids said they wanted us to go back on our date! They were having a great time. We will...
Reviewed by Erin C.
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I've enjoyed 22 memorable years providing private duty home care for families, infants, special needs children, geriatrics, quadriplegic and Alzheimer's clients. I enjoy caring for those who are in need of my caring touch, warm heart, and overall joy of tending to those requesting my assistance. also I am a mother with an...
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"Tori did a great job of providing care for my 81 year old mother!!! "
Reviewed by Lynn D.
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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.
Abby M.
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
$12-29/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have been working as a behavior therapist/tutor for children with autism since February 2021. My job focuses on many different skills such as educational or life skills. I assist my clients with a variety of everyday tasks in order to increase their independence. I see myself as a positive support system; to cheer clients on...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rittman, OH
Emily M.
5.0
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 daughters. We did not hire her because our situation changed and no longer had an open position.
- Stephanie G.
Gennifer P.
5.0
The caregiver never showed up, so I need you guys to fix this. You say my account has not been charged, but why is she being asked to be booked again.
- Care member
Michelle L.
5.0
Michelle was my 80 year old Mom's primary caregiver. My Mom had a stroke and Michelle did everything! She is very knowledgeable with elderly care and medical needs.
Michelle's two best qualities that set her apart from others: she's very organized and she cares! She charts medicines, food,...
- David S.
Sabrina U.
5.0
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 has been watching them since they were young, and does an amazing job with babies too....
- Christina L.
Heather D.
5.0
Heather is very reliable and dedicated to children and families. Her experience is unparalleled. She would be an asset to any family.
- Kara G.
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