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Taylor B.

Griffith, IN

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$16/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi! I am 20 years old from Griffith, Indiana and a full time physical therapy student at IUN. I have always loved children starting at a young age when my mother started her nannying career. I learned from watching her over the years and helping her with children of all ages including those with special needs. I spent my high...
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Beecher, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I can be described at genuine, compassionate and patient. I currently work as a paraprofessional at a high school with kids with special needs.
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Lansing, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello, my name is Alyssa. I'm a compassionate caregiver with a background in early childhood education and behavior support. For the past six months, I've worked as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and developmental delays. I implement behavior plans, encourage...
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Merrillville, IN

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Emily . I have 15+ years experience caring for kids as a babysitter, teacher, and instructor. I have a bachelor's degree in music education from Valparaiso University. I enjoy playing and being creative with the children in my care. I have a particular passion for working with children with special needs! I am...
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Cedar Lake, IN

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$12/hr
10 years experience
I have been taking care of people for the last 15 years. I started with autistic child and have gone all the way to end of life care. I am familiar with all types of people and fully enjoy taking care of people that need my assistance. I am patient and hands on. I can help with anything. I love taking care a child who needs...
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Mizanur R.'s Photo

Highland, IN

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
transportation
I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver with five years of hands-on experience providing personalized support to individuals of all ages, including those with special needs. As a parent and caregiver within my own family, I bring a deep understanding of the importance of patience, empathy, and attentiveness in providing...
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Chicago Heights, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I have worked in child care for about 3 years now. I'm very passionate about working with children. I have worked with mostly every age group. I'm bilingual. I'm very passionate about encouraging children to develop socially, emotionally and intellectually.
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Munster, IN

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$10/hr
I have 12 years of babysitting experience with children with special needs. One is developmentaly delayed due to seizures. I have worked with Deaf children as well. I have also babysat a child with celiac and another with asthma.
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Griffith, IN

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I have a bachelor of science in early childhood education. I am a lead teacher in a 1-year-old room. I work with children ages 1-5. I have also worked with children with special needs.
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Chicago Heights, IL

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$20/hr
I've been a caregiver for 2 years at Lifescape as a Caregivers I provide assistance to help them with everyday activities like preparing meals, running errands, making beds, buying groceries, bathing, medications , and handling the laundry. I also have a flexible schedule and willing to work holidays also have experience with...
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Chicago Heights, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
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...
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SMILE CREATOR

Munster, IN

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
I have 7years of experience. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I love kids I have 12 siblings. I have twin nieces who are 5 years old . I'm reliable. I work with special needs at a school right now and I love it. I started to love watching kids when I found out my sister has special needs . I just found it made me so...
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Munster, IN

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I love being around children. I have worked at a special needs pediatric clinic, was a daycare teacher for 2 years, and continue to work with the special needs population.
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Substitute Teacher

Thornton, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired LPN and certified in CPR. I recently became a licensed substitute teacher in pre-school - 12th grade. I have worked with mentally and physically challenged children for five years. As an LPN, I have worked w children as a home health care nurse.
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Highland, IN

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$13/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
I've always had a passion for helping children learn and grow. My experience caring for children began when I was a babysitter, and I quickly realized that I had a knack for it. Now, with 7 years of experience as a childcare provider, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your children. I...
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Munster, IN

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Worked years in the hospital and then my passion became working with children in the foster/adoption field. I am the Licensing Specialist for a Licensed Child Placing Agency. I work with all different behaviors/ special needs and have lots of experience with foster parents. I have...
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Kim C.'s Photo

Saint John, IN

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$30/hr
18 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
College degree. Recently retired and burned out of previous job. I have 18+ years experience taking care of my special needs son. I love the special needs population and know this is where some families can use the most help. Reach out for more information. I am flexible with hours and very reliable. I am open to infants too or...
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Merrillville, IN

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...
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Patient And Fun-loving Caregiver

Munster, IN

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello everyone, my name is Julie I've worked as a caregiver for over 10 years and with special needs now for over 6 years and have learned a lot in my time as a caregiver. I've worked with clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, special needs, and disabilities. Walking assistance and guidance assistance whether it is with a gait...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

Lansing, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
As a special needs caregiver, I work with children with special needs and their families to provide care in the home. Working as an extra set of hands for their parents, your duties are to work with a treatment plan for the child that outlines the help they require, including socialization, bathing, dressing, feeding, and...
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