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Beth W.

Childcare And Special Needs Care Giver

Youngstown, OH

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
I grew up with a mother that was disabled through a very progressive form of MS. I grew up learning to care for her needs. I have always enjoyed working with children, especially children with special needs. One of the first professional jobs I landed was at a preschool that specialized in Autistic children and children with...

Care Member says "Beth has been with our family for over a year and we would highly recommend her to other families. She is patient, kind, helpful and flexible. Our twins...

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Seeking Child Care Position

Youngstown, OH

4.8(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I've been working in the childcare field for over 20 years. I have varied experience, such as working with the same family with twins and older sibling for nearly 15 years. Then working for a family with four children. I have worked with four families as a nanny. I lworked in a special needs preschool and then in a Head Start...

Chelsea S. says "I had the pleasure of having Beth as my classroom assistant and she was absolutely wonderful. She is kind caring, patient and trustworthy. She always...

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Enjoy Working Younger Children And Adult

Youngstown, OH

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Kenya and I'm a loving mother of two children . I have 26 years of experience in the daycare field working with all diverse children of all age group plus working with special needs children. I used to own a in home daycare in the past, so I know how to deal with children very well. I also worked as an...

Care Member says "Kenya came over on a day’s notice and took great care of our three children for an evening out! She was on time, everything went very smooth and we had...

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Youngstown, OH

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$15/hr
Hi! I'm Maiya. I don't have a ton of experience in giving specific types of care, but I'm always willing to learn and I love to help. Thank you for your consideration! If you think I'd be a good fit, please reach out :)
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Youngstown, OH

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hello, I have 30 plus years experience with working with different diverse people in the community that have a special need or a disability disorder. I'm an independent Provider with Department of Development Disability (DODD) And the Department of Aging as well I'm CPR, First Aid as well .
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Youngstown, OH

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I feel that each and every child is different and should be treated as such. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education with Special Education classes included and was a teacher for over 20 years. Before that I was not for profit Program Coordinator/Instrustor for School Environmental Programs and In-School Science Programs, I...
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Youngstown, OH

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$13/hr
I have 15 years of experience in child care. I babysat for an employer for 10 years on Sea Island, Ga. Prior to college I babysat for fiends and neighbors in Hancock Maryland. I have experience as a paraeducator working with special needs children and teacher's aide sub for over 6 years in Mahoning and Trumbull counties Ohio.
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Child Care

Youngstown, OH

from
$20/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
I love kids I have patience and compassion I have 20 yrs experience with kids and children with special needs I cook go over home work assignments what ever needs to be done I can do I'm a reliable person and trustworthy
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Girard, OH

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$25/hr
15 years experience
Nurturing young minds is truly my passion. With 15 years of experience caring for children aged newborn to kindergarten, I offer a safe and engaging environment where children can learn and thrive. My graduate degree has provided me with a strong foundation in child development. I am patient, approachable, and very comfortable...
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Niles, OH

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I've been working in ID/DD field for over 20 years. I'm very experienced with dual diagnosis and am looking forward to caring for your loved one
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Lpn

Niles, OH

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I graduated from the school of practical nursing from Choffin career Center in 1984. I have been a nurse for 34 years. During the course of my practice I have taken care of many special needs clients. My personality is young at heart and optimistic and funny. I have a lot of patience and can see the good in every situation and I...
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Canfield, OH

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$15/hr
1 year experience
My name is Audrey, I am a music performance major at Messiah University. I have 6 years of experience working with young kids. I have always had a love for children and my nurturing nature is event to all. I value one on one time and building a relationship with each kid. I have been also been around kids and young adults with...
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Niles, OH

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$25/hr
3 years experience
As a Direct Support Professional, I enjoy helping individuals with mental health and physical disabilities build independence and confidence. I take pride in providing compassionate, person-centered care and supporting each person's unique goals. Seeing the positive impact of my work and the progress people make is what truly...
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Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi my name is Erin. I am 42. I am a mother of 2 girls. My oldest (20) has autism and my youngest (18) has adhd. Im very comfortable around special needs children and understand they need extra patience, and attention. I have years of experience, raising my own children, and babysitting when I was a teen for friends and family. I...

Molly C. says "Erin is a hard, dedicated worker. Erin gets along well with all children, she is always compassionate, understanding, calm, and patient towards them. One...

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Caregiver

McDonald, OH

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$24/hr
3 years experience
I am experienced with individuals that have disabilities. I worked as a home health care supervisor for 3 years.
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Sharpsville, PA

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
I have grown up & cared for my sister with developmental delay & learning disabilities. For the previous three summers, I worked at a summer youth program as either a counselor or supervisor. The program was for kids of all ages. I am comfortable working with all kids & would most definitely love to help out with your child.

Kynna G. says "Isabella was great with my three boys while we were vacationing in the area. We really appreciated her help."

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Fun Sitter!

Salem, OH

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello I'm Cloey! I have lots of experience with children from newborn - teen, as I have a 16-month-old daughter of my own! I have worked with 3 different families from care. com long term over the last 4 years. And a few families short term as well! I have also worked in direct care with individuals who have special needs,...

Maria R. says "We hired Cloey to take care of our 4 children everyday of the week in the evenings while we would go do missionary work thinking to cover temporary...

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Patient Care Attendant

East Palestine, OH

5.0(0)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Strong care and concern for individuals, families and home environment! Good work ethic, work well, and adapt easily with others. I have many years of education and experience in medical, physical and mental heath! Doing assessments, planning and acting out care plan on all levels! The majority of experience is in medical and...
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Personal Care Assistance Available Full Time

Columbiana, OH

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
this has been my passion for 32 yrs. putting a smile on someone's face is the high light of my day. I'm energetic caring and dependable. 32 yrs of experience.. stna, hha. always looking forward to meeting a " new friend"
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Salem, OH

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$24/hr
4 years experience
Nurturing young minds is my passion. My four years of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11 have solidified my commitment to their well-being and development. I am comfortable caring for up to three children. I hold current First Aid Training and CPR Training certifications. I also have experience with special needs...
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  • 37 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Youngstown, OH are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 37 listed special needs caregivers

Beth W.

Beth has been with our family for over a year and we would highly recommend her to other families. She is patient, kind, helpful and...

- Care member

Beth W.

I had the pleasure of having Beth as my classroom assistant and she was absolutely wonderful. She is kind caring, patient and trustworthy....

- Chelsea S.

Kenya D.

Kenya came over on a day’s notice and took great care of our three children for an evening out! She was on time, everything went very smooth...

- Care member

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