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35 special needs caregivers are listed in Bloomington, IN
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Bloomington, IN
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I have cared for an autistic boy/ young adult for the past 9 years. It is after school and weekend care currently.
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"I hired Catherine to take care of my kid with special needs on a short notice. I was impressed by her devotion and personality. I will be more than confident to hire her services again."
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Hi my name is Emily! I have been in childcare for about 5 years, I've had training in multiple different environments. I am the oldest of eight, my family fosters children and my brother has Aspergers so I'm well versed in kids that may require extra care/nurturing. I have worked with children with special needs in the past,...
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"Emily was amazing, she showed up on time with just a day's notice to watch our daughter when daycare was closed. She thought of creative ideas like painting rocks outside and even gave our daughter a bath...
Reviewed by John S.
Jasmine W.
Bloomington, IN
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have experience working in a daycare & babysitting from ages newborn- 11 years old. I graduated from IU with a double major in elementary education and special needs education.
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"I had hired Jasmine to keep my 2 1/2 year old for a few hours in the evenings. Jasmine is a soft spoken girl, punctual, did a good job feeding him dinner."
Reviewed by Archana V.
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I have cared for special need Autistic boy for over 9 years. I just received Sapphire gem training on 7/17/19 and hired as a Personal Care Assistant with a national company that specializes in Alzheimer's and Dementia Care.
I just started helping a retired Dr since 7/15/19 with his morning routine.
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"Catherine has been caring for my elderly mother with dementia for a few months. Catherine is caring, punctual and responsible. I would recommend Catherine to anyone looking for a trustworthy caregiver for their...
Reviewed by Cynthia V.
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My mother was an occupational therapist growing up, through whom I learned basics of caring for those with specific needs. I've worked three summers at a summer camp as a direct care provider. Additionally, I have babysat for various clients with specific needs, and provided direct care services to adolescents and adults. I have...
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I have grown up taking care of my two lovely siblings who are severe and profound. I am 22 years old, but my experience with people and children with disabilities has been a far-reaching and literally life-long passion. I am certified in CPR and First Aid. I am also fairly well versed in American Sign Language and am comfortable...
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I am a mother of two with over 20 years of experience in caregiving including childcare for all ages, working with individuals with developmental disabilities, and senior care.
Emily D.
Bloomington, IN
$18-20/hr
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Experience with kids of all ages and abilities. Currently certified as an RBT and am a RN in training.
Donna G.
Bloomington, IN
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
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10+ years of Early Intervention, specialist with birth-three age group premature, developmentally disability, parenting education, mental health issues. Masters degree in Social Work
Haylee A.
Bloomington, IN
$12-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have a 9-year-old younger brother with autism and my mother was a special education teacher so I'm plenty comfortable in those situations. I've worked in the past as a CNA so I'm relatively knowledgeable on most patient care as well!
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Hello everyone. I have worked with children from all ages ranging 6-18. I have worked as a camp counselor which gave me a passion for children. I have also worked as a special needs therapist specializing in swimming. I am CPR certified, CNA certified, CMA certified, first aid certified, and lifeguard certified. I am currently...
Justus K.
Bloomington, IN
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hello! I would love to talk with you further to determine if I would be a good fit for your family!
I work with kids battling life threatening medical conditions with Make-A-Wish. My studies and experiences in public health and youth development would make me a great fit for your families needs. As a former Summer camp...
Olivia V.
Bloomington, IN
$15-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Olivia and I am currently a second year student at Indiana University majoring in Speech Language and Hearing Sciences. One thing you should know about me is I have tons of experience! I have around 8-9 years of experience with children of all ages. Besides having experiences with all ages ranging from less than a...
Elizabeth W.
Bloomington, IN
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I have been babysitting since I was 12, and I am now 20. I have 3 years of full time nanny experience, 1 with a toddler with special needs, 2 with a 9 and 11-year-old. I love to help with crafts, school, and outside activities.
A little about me; I'm a second year media advertising major at Indiana University. I am also on the...
Cassandra K.
Bloomington, IN
$12-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hi, my name is Cassy! I love working with kids and helping them learn and grow as much as possible. I have volunteered in daycare class rooms for several years while in
school and have been a paid counselor at summer camps for many years! I have also taken care of many foster children over the past several years as my parents...
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My entire adult life has been actively involved with making a difference in the children, our future. My husband and I fostered for over 20 years and adopted 4 children. I operated an in-home day care for several years while my little one was growing, and now that my children are almost full grown, I work as an aide in the...
Erica G.
Bloomington, IN
$17/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I am finishing my last semester of undergraduate studies at Indiana University for my BA in Psychology with a minor in Human Development & Family Studies, and Spanish. I am a creative person with a lot of enthusiasm and energy, perfect for keeping up with the little ones! I have an ample background in childcare and mental health...
Catherine A.
Bloomington, IN
$12-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
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For almost 9 yr I have been care giver for a professional family with a special needs Autistic son and two older sisters. I take care of laundry and light housekeeping for the family.
Jamela J.
Bloomington, IN
$14-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hi there! I'm a caregiver located Bloomington, Indiana. I'm looking for a family to provide care for. I have experience with newborns, toddlers, primary school-aged children, senior citizen care and caring for those with special needs. I'm available for full-time, part-time, and occasional daycare needs.
I'm dedicated to...
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My love for working with kids started when I was in high school. I was part of Best Buddies in which I worked with special needs kids in utilizing different sets of skills to help them with growth and development. I am currently an occupational therapy doctoral student at Rush University Medical College and am pursuing a career...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bloomington, IN
Catherine A.
5.0
I hired Catherine to take care of my kid with special needs on a short notice. I was impressed by her devotion and personality. I will be more than confident to hire her services again.
- Care member
Emily L.
5.0
Emily is a unicorn among nannies. She is so sweet with the kids and thinks of all kinds of fun activities and crafts to do with them, takes them outside, reads to them, and involves them with lunch prep when feasible. She is very reliable, comes on time, and we know the kids are in good hands....
- Clarissa C.
Jasmine W.
5.0
I had hired Jasmine to keep my 2 1/2 year old for a few hours in the evenings. Jasmine is a soft spoken girl, punctual, did a good job feeding him dinner.
- Archana V.
Catherine A.
5.0
Catherine has been caring for my elderly mother with dementia for a few months. Catherine is caring, punctual and responsible. I would recommend Catherine to anyone looking for a trustworthy caregiver for their loved one.
- Cynthia V.
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Ratings for Bloomington, IN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Bloomington, IN are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 35 listed special needs caregivers.