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Beth W.

Childcare And Special Needs Care Giver

Youngstown, OH

5.0(1)
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$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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Youngstown, OH

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
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...

Care Member says "Wonderful, caring and always on time! Works really well and can handle my 4 year old special needs, autistic daughter! And my 6 year old neurotypical...

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Youngstown, OH

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$20/hr
8 years experience
As a Program Manager and DSP Field Supervisor, you directed daily operations across five residential service sites, training and leading 15 Direct Support Professionals in best practices for assisting individuals with Autism, Down Syndrome, and other intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Additionally, as a Direct...
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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
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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$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

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$20/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
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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Enjoy Working Younger Children And Adult

Youngstown, OH

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 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...
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Niles, OH

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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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Part Time Caregiver Available Mon Through Thurs Nights And Daytime

Struthers, OH

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I have been a private caregiver for 22 years. I have worked with special needs children, elderly and disabled adults. I am also the parent to an autistic child and the Aunt to a child with Downs syndrome. I have cared for a young lady that had cerebral palsy. I am passionate about helping people.
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Campbell, OH

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
HELLO! I am Alana I have experience babysitting special needs kids I have very open availability most of the time I can do short notice calls most times I'm comfortable with pets I can help with running errands also And I have transportation to do activities with the kids like take them to the park Pay depends on the hours...
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Childcare/petcare

Niles, OH

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$12/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Nurturing young minds is a true passion of mine. My four years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, has solidified my commitment to fostering their growth. I'm patient, creative, and always approachable. I'm comfortable caring for one child at a time. I will gladly provide verbal updates at...
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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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Campbell, OH

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Nurturing young minds and supporting families is truly my passion. With 11 years of experience caring for children aged 1-13, experience with special needs children, I offer a patient, creative, and friendly approach to childcare. I'm comfortable caring for up to four children and enjoy engaging them with outdoor games, board...
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Canfield, OH

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Piper and I am a current student majoring in 7-12 integrated science education. I started my time at Kent majoring in K-12 Special needs education, but decided to switch when I fell in love with Biology! I currently work retail, but was looking for a Job more acclimated to my Major, full time during the summer and...
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October S.'s Photo

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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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)
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$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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New Castle, PA

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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Kait and I have 6 years of experience in direct care. I am CPR and first aid certified and can assist with bathing, grooming, and hygiene. While providing care I practice positive reinforcement/ redirection and posses strength in the area of identifying and applying support based on my clients needs. I can't...
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  • 30 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $18.00/hr as of May 2026

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Youngstown, OH are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 30 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

Paula L.

Wonderful, caring and always on time! Works really well and can handle my 4 year old special needs, autistic daughter! And my 6 year old...

- Care member

Erin D.

Erin is a hard, dedicated worker. Erin gets along well with all children, she is always compassionate, understanding, calm, and patient...

- Molly C.

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