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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Hobart, IN
The average rate is $14/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Hobart, IN
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Hi! My name is Marina and I am currently 22 years old. I have a lot of experience with special needs. I have worked in group homes, I've done respite care and much more. I grew up with a special needs sister as well. I have my HHA license and I am CPR certified. I have my own vehicle for appointments as well. I can help around...
Danielle S.
Griffith, IN
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I am a graduate student looking for a flexible position to assist in child care, housekeeping, errands, etc. I have professional and personal experience working with children and children with special needs.
Jontue J.
Crown Point, IN
$10-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Have Over 5 Years Experience Working As A Direct Support Professional
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I have 6 yeaars experience as a home health aide and 3 years as a residential aide. During both positions, I was responsible for cooking, cleaning (entire home), bathing my clients. Everything that needed to be taken care of in the home setting I provided due to their disabilities. I was also responsible for grocery, household,...
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Families would describe me as patient, warm, and determined. This isn't just a job to me as I genuinely enjoy having fun with the kids and helping them grow! I have experience with children of all ages and special needs. Currently I am working on getting CPR certified.
Sarah H.
Portage, IN
$15-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hello! I am Sarah, a 26-year-old mama to a 4-year-old special needs kiddo. I am the oldest of 9 grandkids, 1 being my younger brother, am a Godmother to 3 little girls (one whom is my cousins daughter) & have a "nephew" (another cousins son). I have experience caring for infants to teenagers since 2007. I have coached gymnastics...
Gabrielle S.
Crown Point, IN
$20-34/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello! I am Gabrielle, I usually go by Bree.
I used to babysit since I was about 12 years old. I am now 25. I still currently babysit but mainly family. When I was younger I would babysit children around my neighborhood. I am very family friendly. I am great with animals as well. I absolutely love children, I believe that being...
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I have worked as a DSP caring for and helping with ADL's. Med certification have held CPI certification I also have CPR and first aid Certification. Have provided personal care and Job assistance and training
Darra J.
Merrillville, IN
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello,
I am a certified nursing assistant with 11 years of experience. My experience is diverse with a combination of hospital, home health and long-term care. In 2021, I was inspired to start a business in home health care after the passing of my grandmother who had Alzheimer's disease. I pride myself in working hard and am...
Dezi T.
Portage, IN
$21/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I am CPR and AED certified with Red Cross! I also have experience with kids who have special needs due to working with respite care programs! I also was a junior staff member at my local boys and girls club!
I'd describe my personality as Outgoing, Responsible, and Fun!
I like working with kids because I love helping out and I...
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Hello, my name is Elizabeth. I am 23 years old and have 7+ years of experience with young children. I am easygoing but can be firm when I need to be. I've enjoyed working with children since I was 12. I'm creative, fun, and have a personality that most kids just can't resist. (I'm also good with most pets!)
In recent years I...
June D.
Crown Point, IN
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm June Ive been a nanny for the past 14 years. Im also a mom to a 1-year-old girl. I'm a very patient, friendly, and outgoing caregiver. I'm very reliable and responsible. I have been babysitting children of all ages since I was 18. I started working with larger groups of children during my internship at the Riley...
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Hi! I'm Alyssa and I'm always excited to meet new people and take on new opportunities. I have 7 years of experience babysitting, as well as experience with special needs children. I really enjoy playing with and getting to know different children! I have no allergies for households that may have different pets and am more than...
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Charlene H.
Portage, IN
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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When I was younger in my mid 20's to my late 30's I have done respite care for two families. I worked with them for about 7 years, taking them out in the community and doing fun and exciting activities. I hope you will consider me for a position. I am also currently a special education teacher.
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I'm a wonderful caregiver over 30 years experience in activities of daily living I love taking care of people and helping them get back to there normal selves .
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Hello! I have been a nanny for two girls for 4 years every summer. Their ages were starting in elementary school and ending in middle school. I have also watched for families that have had 2 boys and 1 girl in the same age group as previously mentioned. I have worked as a tennis camp instructor as well for the age groups of...
Cathryn H.
Chesterton, IN
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi there! I'm Cathryn. My husband and I have two amazing boys(1+3. 5 years old). I am a licensed teacher, having obtained my bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I have one year of experience in teaching special needs and am a trained Assessment Associate. I have taught/cared for children with various behaviors,...
5.0
"Cathryn was simply amazing. Plain and simple do not even think twice about. Being a mom of two you can tell she loves what she does and loves the kids. After the initial days of leaving your kids with a...
Reviewed by Alan E.
Nichole W.
Chicago Heights, IL
$20-31/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, I'm Nichole. I'm new to the area and seeking my next babysitting opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in the midwest. As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. So, naturally, I turned to childcare as a profession at the age...
5.0
"Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated...
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I recently stopped doing clinic work but would like to continue providing care a couple days a week. I'm available as a backup or special event sitter, as well as, part time two to three days per week.
I'm an Occupational Therapy Assistant with experience working with newborn children all the way to 100 years old. In addition,...
5.0
"Shannon has been a part of my family for 15 years. She is an amazing person and incredibly trustworthy. I would recommend her to anyone to serve your family."
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I am a 2nd grade bilingual elementary teacher. My experience goes beyond babysitting. I have had to take care of 20 kids at a time, while also teaching. Therefore, I believe my experience in my classroom will carry on in any babysitting role. I am able to be fun and adventurous with kids but I am also able to teach them and...
5.0
"Very professional, you can tell that Dalia is very passionate and caring when working with children. It was great that she was also an educator and my kids loved learning from her. No family could go wrong with...
Reviewed by Juan C.
Jenna R.
Munster, IN
$5-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!
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I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years years old for children ages birth to 13 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and ADHD also. I have worked with children through sports camps and have taught Sunday School for years too. I am passionate about caring for children and love being a part...
5.0
"I met Jenna when I was looking for a nanny for my son. She was sweet, very professional and highly qualified. I think very highly of her and will be using her for our babysitter!"
Reviewed by Michelle D.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hobart, IN
Cathryn H.
5.0
Cathryn was simply amazing. Plain and simple do not even think twice about. Being a mom of two you can tell she loves what she does and loves the kids. After the initial days of leaving your kids with a stranger Cat was amazing. She read, engaged, and played. She went on many walks and kept my son...
- Alan E.
Nichole W.
5.0
Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated everything she did. I would recommend her services 100% and look forward to working with...
- Care member
Shannon H.
5.0
Shannon has been a part of my family for 15 years. She is an amazing person and incredibly trustworthy. I would recommend her to anyone to serve your family.
- Care member
Dalia M.
5.0
Very professional, you can tell that Dalia is very passionate and caring when working with children. It was great that she was also an educator and my kids loved learning from her. No family could go wrong with having Ms. M. looking after their precious gems.
- Juan C.
Jenna R.
5.0
We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids.
- Maria W.
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