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56 special needs caregivers are listed in Roanoke, IN

The average rate is $10/hr as of April 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Roanoke, IN

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Amber R.


Roanoke, IN

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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Hello! I'm 22 years old and have been babysitting for multiple families throughout the past 8 years! I absolutely love kids and would love to help care for yours! I have experience with all ages; from a month to 15 years. I also have experience with special needs children. Also, I am very experienced with date nights and...
5.0
"Amber arrived on time, even after texting to let us know she got stopped by a train. She is sweet and capable, and our kids love her!"

Reviewed by Ryan H.

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Madalynn J.


Fort Wayne, IN

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

4.3

(3)

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My name is Madalynn, and it's nice to meet you. I am a mother to two children, a boy who is 5 years old and a daughter who will soon turn 7 years old. This year marks the end of my career in the United States Navy. In addition to running my own company, I'm also a student at Purdue University, where I concentrate on behavior...
5.0
"We have had a few caretakers but she is the best hands down! She can cook, clean, help with homework and best of all she is so loving and caring and attentive towards kids. I could give her 10 stars!!! "

Reviewed by Kristyn L.

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Megan S.


Fort Wayne, IN

$16-20/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

5.0

(2)

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Hi! I have 8+ years of experience with kids, part of which was working as a full time nanny. I've had experience with kids ages 0-15, mostly infants to preschool aged. I also have plenty of special needs experience with primarily Down syndrome and Autism. To me, being a nanny is so much more than simple childcare. I believe that...
5.0
"Dependable, communicates well, trustworthy. My child was comfortable and felt safe. She even drove her to appointment. Highly recommend"

Reviewed by Jenelle Y.

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Madalynn J.


Fort Wayne, IN

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Great One On One Care

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I am very skilled in one on one care for all sorts of different situations. I have helped with epilepsy, cerebral palsy, MS, and many other disorders. Every person deserves great care and love, let me help.
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Kim W.


Fort Wayne, IN

$5-10/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Fort Wayne Babysitter

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I have watched special needs children for 3 years in the childcare center that I worked in. I have always made sure to give them attention by playing games with them and sitting with them as much as possible so they would feel comfortable coming to me if someone was picking on them. My cousin is mentally disabled and was...
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Ashley B.


Fort Wayne, IN

$10-50/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello!! I have been taking care of kids, teens, and adults all of my adult life in one form or another. I am very experienced with working with people with special needs. I am able to tube feed, administer meds and shots, change catheter and colostomy bags, as well as various other medical procedures. I am CPR and First Aid...
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Samantha D.


Fort Wayne, IN

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny

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I have mainly cared for small children and adolescents with special needs but I also have 6 years of experience caring for young children and infants as well. I am very outgoing with a love for teaching children. I am CPR and first aid certified. I graduated with my bachelors in psychology and sociology at PFW. . My main goal is...
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Izabelle S.


Fort Wayne, IN

$12-50/hr4 yrs exp

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Being the oldest of 4 I have been helping my parents with my siblings since I was little started fully watching them on my our around the age of 14. I have babysat for many family's for date nights over night trips etc. One thing you should know about me is I have worked with special needs programs through my church since I was...
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Megan S.


Fort Wayne, IN

$10-50/hr3 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as energetic, happy, and funny. I like working with kids because they are very lively themselves, and can be too funny. I like to help shape the kid into their future selves, the best they can be. I'm looking for a job that allows me to meet the emotional and physical needs of the person I'm...
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Lacey S.


Huntington, IN

$10-20/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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Hello! I'm currently 8 years in healthcare with experience with elderly with dementia, to kids with mental and physical disabilities. I've been a Qualified Medication Aide for 2 years so passing medicine is an option too. Heart of gold & a smile to light the room, I would be more than happy to assist in anything you might need!
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Emily L.


Huntington, IN

$11-30/hr1 yrs exp

Adventure Awaits

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I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Willing to do any chores needed to be done around the house and I am also pretty good at coming up with cute little crafts for the kids to do. Used to work with special needs kids so if you happen to have a kiddo who needs a little more attention...
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Emily S.


Fort Wayne, IN

$11-16/hr

Occupational Therapy Graduate Student

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I am currently a graduate student at Huntington University's Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program. I have learned basics of transferring, using adaptive equipment, and assisting with basic ADLs and IADLs. I am currently NOT certified/ licensed, but I am in the process of learning more about the OT profession, and how to work...
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Megan S.


Huntington, IN

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

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I have experience working with mentally and physically disabled persons ages 9-72 in a home setting. I have helped with basic needs such as bathing and cooking meals. I have experience working with many disabilities: Autism, cognitive delays, and seizure disorders to name a few. Very comfortable with distributing medication...
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Samantha D.


Fort Wayne, IN

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Professional Caretaker

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Hi there! I am a professional caretaker with experience in caring for toddlers, children, and adults with ASD, Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and FAS. I am a very positive and caring individual with attention to detail in all aspects of work. My goal in work is to make your child feel save, loved, and cared for:) I graduated...
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Kathryn H.


Fort Wayne, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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I love babysitting and developing relationships with kiddos of all ages. Being able to help them have a good day and care for them gives me joy and I know it can take some stress off for parents so I'm happy to help! I've babysat since I was old enough to, lots of ages, and also spend a lot of time with younger cousins, and have...
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Ashley B.


Fort Wayne, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

What Makes You Different, Makes You Beautiful

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Hello!! I have been taking care of kids, teens, and adults all of my adult life in one form or another. I am very experienced with working with people with special needs. I am able to tube feed, administer meds and shots, change catheter and colostomy bags, as well as various other medical procedures. I am CPR and First Aid...
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Adam W.


Huntington, IN

$15/hr1 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and fun. I like caring for people with special needs because I have had a passions for years and am interested in having a job as a Special Education teacher. I'm looking for a job that just allows me to serve families and people with disabilities I started caring for people...
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Courtney B.


Fort Wayne, IN

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

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I'm a college student at Purdue University Fort Wayne looking for part time work with some wonderful kids! I'm majoring in Psychology and I would love to work with kids full time someday. For my current experience with kids, I volunteered as a teacher's aid for special needs children for 1 school year and I have worked at the...
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Megan S.


Fort Wayne, IN

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

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I'm an RBT looking for some morning hours. I wouldn't be able to provide ABA therapy without being under a BCBA, but I am comfortable working with those diagnosed with ASD.
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Delaney H.


Huntington, IN

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver & Mom

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I love taking care of people and helping people, that's when I'm the happiest. I've worked as a CNA in the ICU and Emergency Department, as well as in long term care facilities. I have volunteered and worked with special needs children for several years. I just graduated from Purdue University and also have a lot of experience...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Roanoke, IN

Amber R.

5.0

THE BEST! We love Amber and so do our kiddos.

- Brittany S.

Madalynn J.

3.0

Our kids loved her- She was very conscientious and kind BUT she showed up 30-40 minutes late (ONCE) so my child got dropped off by the bus and no one was home. Background check also never completed.

- Kayla C.

Megan S.

5.0

Dependable, communicates well, trustworthy. My child was comfortable and felt safe. She even drove her to appointment. Highly recommend

- Jenelle Y.

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