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Micaela S.

Special Needs Provider

Akron, OH

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$10/hr
Thank you for visiting my profile. I am currently a college student studying nursing and looking to gain some experience. I have volunteered in assisted living facilities under the supervision of a nurse. During my time volunteering I helped with feedings, medicine distribution, light housekeeping, and assistance using the...
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Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have been baby-sitting since I was 10 years old(9 years). I have experience with special needs children, and professional pediatric nurse training.
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STNA With Special Needs Experience (mr/dd And Ill Children)

Barberton, OH

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$8/hr
4 years experience
My brother has autism I have taken care of him his whole life. I have worked in nursing homes during my STNA training and have experience with people who are special needs because they have MR/DD or physical disabilities due to illnesses.
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North Royalton, OH

4.8(1)
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$20/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 49 families in your area
I'd be happy to be your date-night sitter! I love kids and I'm very friendly, fun, trustworthy, and dependable, and I've been babysitting for 14 yrs. Before that I was a flight attendant for 28 yrs, and each yr I had 2 days of emergency training including CPR/First Aid. I enjoy playing with kids and helping them learn, and they...

Care Member says "Dorothy is wonderful! We’ve hired her many times to care for our daughter, from when she was aged ~15 months to now a little over 2 - she is our go to...

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Akron, OH

4.4(1)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
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...

Amber L. says "Denise is organized and very knowledgeable about child developmental markers. She did all of the preschool work with our son and prepared him for...

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Was A Nurse At Children's Hospital For 29 Years

Cuyahoga Falls, OH

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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.

Traci M. says "Hired several times and continue to do so. My kids love her. Great with my daughter who has DS too."

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Brunswick, OH

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I would love to help your child with after school activities, snacks, homework and start dinner for you and your family. I am experienced with special needs and am comfortable with pets being in the home

Care Member says "I hired Beth for after school care for my two children, she has been very reliable, caring, and understanding. My children are not the easiest to deal...

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Full Time Nanny/Babysitter Available

Stow, OH

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Tiffany, I will be graduating in Aug 2017 with my associates in graphic design. I am 23 years old and live in stow. I have been babysitting /nannying since 2007 when I watched a family of four from 3weeks old to 8 years old. Since then I have babysat for many family's and still do. I also have my license from the...
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Compassionate RN Available For Childcare, Senior Care, Tutoring & Household Help

Brunswick, OH

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a current nursing student with a passion for caring for others of all ages. Although I'm new to professional nannying, my nursing background has given me strong skills in safety, communication, patience, and compassionate care. I am CPR and First Aid certified and comfortable caring for children, seniors, pets, and...
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Uniontown, OH

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm Chloe. I've spent about 15 years helping families through childcare, special needs support, and home cleaning - it's truly where my heart is. I've worked with kids of all ages, and my experience in a director role supporting individuals with developmental disabilities taught me a lot about patience, communication, and...
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Akron, OH

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$22/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
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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Reliable And Caring Mom Offering Childcare, Pet Sitting, Caregiving And Household Support Services.

Stow, OH

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a mom of two teens. I have many years of childcare experience. Currently, I am working in casual employment as a substitute for a church preschool, and a Montessori school. I have First Aid and CPR for Adult, Infant and Children. I also have had training through the ODJFS for preschool center basics. I teach in our...
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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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Strongsville, OH

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$20/hr
20 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
For two decades plus, I've nurtured children's growth and development. My passion lies in making a positive impact on young lives and supporting families with reliable care. Early childcare is my first love, closely followed by my experience working with children who have special needs ranging from Autism, Cognitive delays, and...
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Cuyahoga Falls, OH

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$25/hr
Hello there I am patient hard working and a positive role model . I raised 3 children one the diagnosed with ADD/ADHD at an early age no medication I. Refused to medicate I used a diet plan to help with less sugar in his daily diet it worked great! I worked with kids in high school with disabilities for 3 1/2 Years . I love all...
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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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Nanny

Stow, OH

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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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Part Time Babysitter

Brunswick, OH

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Paulina. I came to this country 27 years ago from Ukraine. I have 3 kids of my own but they are all grown adults. I am a loving, caring person especially for children. I am willing to cook, light clean, and run small errands if need be. Please feel free to contact me if interested. Have a blessed day!
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Akron, OH

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Hi, my name is Liv! I have 3 years professional experience working with people with disabilities. My prior experience has been mainly for people with autism, cerebral palsy, adhd, and mental health disorders. I am a calm, patient, supportive caregiver. I aim to provide safety, support, and all around help to any family I work...
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Senior Caregiver

Stow, OH

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Dementia
meal prep
transportation
errands
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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $15.00/hr as of July 2026

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Wadsworth, OH are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Dorothy T.

Dorothy is wonderful! We’ve hired her many times to care for our daughter, from when she was aged ~15 months to now a little over 2 - she is...

- Care member

Denise P.

Denise is organized and very knowledgeable about child developmental markers. She did all of the preschool work with our son and prepared...

- Amber L.

Kathleen J.

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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