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Kori S.

Hobart, IN

4.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a reliable and experienced nanny and childcare provider with a strong background in both home and daycare settings. I've cared for children of all ages-from infants to school-aged-and have supported children with disabilities and special needs, including developmental delays, sensory processing challenges, and behavioral...

Malachi T. says "Very reliable, good with last minute or date nights "

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My Passion

Merrillville, IN

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
live-in home care
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
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...

Shavon F. says "Darra is amazing! She helped my mom who was in home hospice with dementia during the final weeks of her life. Darra is very skilled and knowledgeable. She...

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Merrillville, IN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Jackie and I absolutely love kids. I have a bachelor's degree in special education as well as elementary education through western governors university. I have been babysitting since about age 14 and have loved it ever since. I've had 5 years experience with special needs and also 6 years experience overall. I...

Cheryl P. says "Jackie is a kind and gentle young lady. She is very conscientious and hard working and will complete assigned tasks timely and with enthusiasm. Jackie...

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Experienced, College Educated In Early Childhood

Valparaiso, IN

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello I have over 10 years of experience and over all just love being around kids. I have 4 kids, 3boys 1 girl, age 12, 11 and 9 and the baby is a 20 months old. My 11-year-old has special needs so I'm experienced in that area as well. I know how important it is to find someone you can trust and rely on. I have cared for my...

Care Member says "She walked our 11 month old yellow lab puppy for 1 hr a few days per week, feed and played with Stella and we would highly remind her to care for your...

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Valparaiso, IN

3.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi my name is Hailey. I have 9 years of experience, and experience taking care of a child with special needs. I can help around the house, running errands, carpooling, and homework.

Tom P. says "Hailey is very mature and dependable. She asked the best questions and I could instantly tell that I could depend on her to care for my children! Highly...

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Paraprofessional And Former Pediatric Nurse Looking For Nanny Position

Michigan City, IN

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I have lived in the US for the past 9 years where I have worked as a paraprofessional . There I provide care for a broad array of special needs students. Before that time I worked as a pediatric nurse for five years in Taiwan. I am CPR Pediatric Certified and I have been learning and using sign language in my current job. I am...

Care Member says "We have been incredibly fortunate to have Ji as our occasional babysitter - she is amazing with my two daughters, ages 9 and 2, and I simply cannot...

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Nanny

Hobart, IN

3.0(1)
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$14/hr
7 years experience
I am a substitute teacher for a nearby school district. I have been a nanny for several years. I have experience working with special needs and all ages. I am a nonsmoker, have my own transportation , and can provide references.

Nicole J. says "The kids love her! I can trust her to always have my kids best interest in mind."

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Valparaiso, IN

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
I'm passionate about caring for children, which is why I've worked in childcare for the past two years. I previously worked in a clinic with children with special needs, which taught me patience and a knack for communicating with kids. I am also CPR and First Aid certified. I think children learn best through play, so I ensure...
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Full-time Caregiver

Valparaiso, IN

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
My whole life I've been the oldest sibling. So, that came with the responsibility to mature very fast and care for all of my younger siblings. I've watched them since I was young and that always stuck around considering I still have younger siblings aging from 10-14 that I still care for at times. Also, my mom and her friend...
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La Porte, IN

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$11/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
For the past 12 years I have been taking various babysitting jobs. I have worked with infants through teenagers. I also have taken care of children with special needs.
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I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Valparaiso, IN

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$14/hr
Mom of 4, 2 with special needs. Over 15 years of experience with autism. I have one that is high function and another is low function. Available during the day time to assist other families with similar life challenges
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Gary, IN

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
I have been babysitting/being a nanny for the past 10 years. I am CPR certified. I have my degree in Montessori education, specializing in ages 18 months to 6 years old. I have worked in a day care which I have the experience to supervise a large group of toddlers and keep them busy with activities. I like to do many interactive...
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Care Giver

Gary, IN

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$14/hr
10 years experience
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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Special Needs Provider

Valparaiso, IN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
-Experience as both a preschool teacher and early intervention behavioral therapist (special education) -BS in Psychology, with minors in biology and music. -Certified Early Childhood Education Master Teacher (California) -Certified PRT: Level 1. Training and experience in other ABA methods as well -Certified Paramedic (not...
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Merrillville, IN

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
My two years of childcare/nanny experience has allowed me to support families by providing reliable and excellent care for their children. You will find me to be patient, calm, reliable, trustworthy and kind. I am experienced, professional and college educated. I am comfortable caring for children ages 1-10 with a maximum of two...
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Professional Educator For Virtual Learning Help

Hobart, IN

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$15/hr
8 years experience
I am an educator with 8 years experience who has consistently received a highly effective rating in my school system. I am looking to offer weekday tutoring out of my home in Hobart, Indiana for a small group of elementary-aged children. I will help your child learn grade level standards, all while stay on top of their...
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Valparaiso, IN

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Jasmine, and I'm a CPR and First Aid certified babysitter with years of hands-on experience working with children of all ages. My background includes babysitting, daycare experience with ages 2-4, and completing an Education Professions program working with students ages 5-13, including children with special...
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Part-Time Caregiver

La Porte, IN

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$10/hr
Craft assistance
I have cared for many families with children ranging in age from 2 months to 7 years. I am very patient and get along well with children. I babysit for my cousin regularly, who has three boys under the age of 5, so there isn't much that I cannot handle! I am great at following instructions left by parents and almost always have...
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Valparaiso, IN

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$39/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. Though I prefer to focus on childcare. I am a retired Peds/NICU RN. I have worked with children and infants my whole career. I very much miss caring for and interacting with children and their families. Having retired nearly 2years ago, I am finding...
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Indiana Certified Home Health Aide With A Heart For Quality Care

Gary, IN

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I have experience caring for people with may need help due to physical disabilities... giving medications and helping with daily living skills. Also have experience caring for seniors with dementia or Alzheimer's. Very compassionate care for your loved one's.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Chesterton, IN

Special Needs Caregivers in Chesterton, IN are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 53 listed special needs caregivers

Kori S.

Very reliable, good with last minute or date nights

- Malachi T.

Darra J.

Darra is amazing! She helped my mom who was in home hospice with dementia during the final weeks of her life. Darra is very skilled and...

- Shavon F.

Jackie E.

Jackie is a kind and gentle young lady. She is very conscientious and hard working and will complete assigned tasks timely and with...

- Cheryl P.

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