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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Akron, OH
The average rate is $16/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Akron, OH
Deborah J.
Akron, OH
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate Soul Looking To Help Care For Someone With Needs In Need :)
5.0
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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...
Recent review:
5.0
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.
Denise P.
Akron, OH
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny/Preschool Teacher With Well Over 30+ Years Of Experience
4.4
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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...
Recent reviews:
5.0
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.
Monica S.
Akron, OH
$15-17/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
Recent review:
5.0
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.
5.0
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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...
Recent review:
5.0
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.
5.0
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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...
Recent reviews:
5.0
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...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
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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...
Recent reviews:
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.
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5.0
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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...
Recent review:
5.0
Tori did a great job of providing care for my 81 year old mother!!!
Reviewed by Lynn D.
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I am a 54-year-old mother of three Adult self sufficient children. I owned and operated a Child care business in my home for 25+ years while raising my children, as well as many others.
After returned to the work force, I was employed with Summit County Board of DD and obtained many of my certifications while employed with them...
Ayrianna J.
Akron, OH
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Eveyone Is The Same. No One Should Be Treated Differently .
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I love working with are those who just need a little more care and love then others. Treating He/her just as human also with no flaws
Taylor P.
Akron, OH
$14-24/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am currently a CPR certified special ed teachers aide I love all children and love to help them grow!
Mykaela Z.
Akron, OH
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hello! I am a former special education teacher at Julie Billiart. I have experience working with and teaching kids 8 weeks to 12 years old in a day care setting, as a nanny, and in schools. I am currently in grad school working on my doctorate in occupational therapy.
Emma G.
Akron, OH
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I spent last summer working as a 1-1 care provider at a summer camp through Easterseals Colorado. From this experience, I learned how to meet the physical and emotional needs of many children and adults with various disabilities. Since then I have been working in a school with a 12-year-old boy with autism as his aide.
Grace G.
Akron, OH
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hi!! My name is Grace G and I am a 19-year-old student at the University of Akron. I am studying to become a teacher for special needs! I have about a year and a half of experience. I have watched a few kids and for the last two summers, I started working at Beyond Camp! I can help with bathing, grooming, and hygiene. I know a...
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Hey there!
I've been working with individuals with developmental disabilities for about 6 years as a job coach, job trainer, and adult day service provider. I also have been an independent provider for 7 months.
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I have interned for a short period with an autistic agency where I was exposed to a wide range of children with many different abilities. I have also been a personal babysitter for a family with two autistic children and worked directly with one child in home with autism and a seizure disorder. I have in addition worked with a...
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I want to help you and your family to be able to have peace in your life. I want to help with babysitting your children. I work for Akron Public Schools as a teacher's aid. I work in a special needs class room. I work with children that have different disabilities. I love my job. The children are so amazing. I love going to work...
Christina W.
Akron, OH
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have many years of experience and a heart to genuinely help and serve. I value people, their hearts, their lives, and their families, and find great joy in improving the quality of those things in every way possible!
Destinie R.
Akron, OH
$14-19/hr
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I will be a good person for the job because I'm also a ADHD and I have other problems but nobody can tell because I don't act like I do I'm responsible and respectful
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Hello! I would be a great fit for you and your family. I have worked at a daycare for 5 years so I have much experience with children. I also have a background in EMS as well and know how to handle emergency situations. Hope to hear from you.
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I just relocated to the area and I have 18 years of experience working with clients one on one assisting with there daily living. I have references and I'd love to chat more about my skills.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Akron, OH
Deborah J.
5.0
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 always reliable, trustworthy, and went above and beyond to make sure she was giving my...
- Megan H.
Denise P.
5.0
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 taking ideas or topics of interest to the child and incorporating them into the lessons...
- Amber L.
Monica S.
5.0
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.
- Bonnie S.
Mykaela Z.
5.0
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.
- Mindy W.
Shatora J.
5.0
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 be disappointed!
- Care member
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Ratings for Akron, OH special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Akron, OH are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.