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Deb K.

Elkhart, IN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'm a preschool teacher with our school corporation for 23 years now. I have and continue to work with preschool children, with special needs students. I have also done several training to keep 24 clock hours of training per year. I have taught summer school with special needs children. I'm certified through Red Cross to teach...

Lesley K. says "I have known Deb for over 17 years. She is reliable, friendly, caring and giving. She has always gone above and beyond for her friends, family and church...

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Loving, Stay-at-home-Mom Looking To Provide Care

Elkhart, IN

4.9(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! I am a married, 38-yr old, homeschooling mother, and small business owner. Thanks to the support of my loving husband, I finally went back to school where I earned my BA in Business Administration. I'm an easy going, christian woman, with 20+ years of paid child care experience. I have my own vehicle(s) and have...

Care Member says "She was wonderful,timley , Left me with no worries.I will use her again for dog watching."

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Special Needs Helper

Elkhart, IN

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$10/hr
7 years experience
I have worked with children with emotional problems for the past 7 years. I love working with kids and trying to help them out as much as possible.
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Experienced With Special Needs

Elkhart, IN

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience with various needs such as, ADD, diabetes, Autism, CP, Down syndrome, deafness, and C. H. A. R. G. E. Syndrome. I am comfortable with administering medications, tube feedings, performing suctioning, helping with different forms of therapy, etc.
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Specialized Care

Elkhart, IN

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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I offer one-time or recurring help/enrichment/care coordination for adults and their families in the home or in a residential care setting
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Elkhart, IN

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Hi, my name is Isabel! I'm 21 yrs old with ample experience working in childcare and ABA. I've been a Registered Behavioral Technician for over 2 yrs and have been a paraprofessional for 1 year now. I've worked with a variety of ages from K-2 all the way up to 18 yrs old, as well as working with neurotypical and neurodivergent...
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Elkhart, IN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Sydney. I am a mother of 2 sweet boys. I am currently looking for a new flexible job. My boys are 5 and 7. So I have plenty of experience. I have been a nanny and a caregiver in the past. I am currently and have been working with students with special needs. I love what I do but again I need a more flexible job...
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Elkhart, IN

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
As the oldest of eight children, I have always been willing to help out with the children in my household along with any errands that need to be completed (making dinner, taking the baby for a drive to fall asleep, cleaning up around the house, playing someone's favorite song on repeat just to keep them calm or happy, etc.) I am...
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Elkhart, IN

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
My name is Nichole, I am 25 years old. I have a 5-year-old daughter. The two of us live alone in Elkhart, IN. I am looking for a family who needs a date night/ weekend sitter. I am currently working full time as a nanny for 1 toddler. I love all children & pets. I help take care of my sisters 4 kids, along with my daughter. I am...
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Elkhart, IN

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$13/hr
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I am really good with kids and I have 2 nieces and 2 nephews who I babysit all the time. My youngest best nephew has special needs so I have experience with that. I am CPR/aed and first aid certified and I also know how to swim.
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Have A Nursing Background

Granger, IN

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a nursing background and also a hospice volunteer. I have years of experience caregiving and find it very rewarding.

Bob E. says "My wife (who has ALZ) loved Susan. Very compassionate and caring person. Always on time and with a positive attitude."

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Full Time Nanny And House Assistant

Mishawaka, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
UNAVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. After a few years in corporate, I am ready to get back into my true passion. Kids. Work history, I have spent most of my life nannying full time for a few amazing families, word limit doesn't let me share but I was so lucky and learned so much from each. 3. 5 yrs an incredible and sweet boy w/high...

Brianna S. says "Emily is a gem, she has worked for our family on and off for 3 1/2 years and is like part of our family. She is very hard working, organized and...

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Edwardsburg, MI

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Highly motivated and caring Mother of three, paraprofessional and substitute teacher with experience working with children of diverse abilities, including those with Autism and disabilities. Professional Experience: Paraprofessional and Substitute Teacher at a Local School District. Support students with Autism and...
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Edwardsburg, MI

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Personal care
companionship
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Motivated, caring Mother of 3. I am a Special Education paraprofessional and substitute teacher in an area school district. -Patient and understanding, with a calm and gentle demeanor - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Passionate about supporting children/adults/elderly with diverse needs and abilities. -Clean...
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Always Listening, Always Caring

Granger, IN

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$12/hr
10 years experience
While my background is in higher education (Ed. D), I have worked in the healthcare field with seniors and individuals with disabilities for 20+ years in various roles (as CNA, DSP, and in Management). In the last 4-years, and throughout the Covid-19 pandemic season, I lived with, cared for, and managed the overall health and...
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Allow Me to Share My Professional and Personal Experience With You.

Mishawaka, IN

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I would like to discuss your family's needs in detail. I am a proud mother of 3 wonderful school-age children with special needs and their friends. I have invested my education in Child Development at Kennedy-King College where I earned an Associates of Applied Science. I have completed over 40 hours of professional development...
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Registered Behavior Technician

Mishawaka, IN

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Prior RBT certified , currently working for a company that specializes in the who child health of individuals with autism. Looking for part time extra hours.
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Your Friendly Passionate Small Human Supervisor

Mishawaka, IN

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Katie, I'm 23 y/o and working with children is my passion and greatest joy. During most of the year I am a Human Development and Family Science major at the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill. However, I'm currently back in Mishawaka, IN staying with my mom through the middle of June and I'm looking for...
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Mishawaka, IN

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$18/hr
3 years experience
As a childcare provider with 30 plus years off and on experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My calm, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect with children and create a safe, nurturing environment. I believe in open communication with parents and will provide regular updates on...
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Granger, IN

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I am Kaylee and I'm 27 years old. I graduated cum laude from Ball State University with a degree in Special Education Intense Interventions and a minor in Autism Spectrum Disorder. I am CPR/FA/AED certified. I have experience including babysitting, working in before/after school care, taking care of the elderly with...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.5

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Elkhart, IN

Special Needs Caregivers in Elkhart, IN are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Deb K.

I have known Deb for over 17 years. She is reliable, friendly, caring and giving. She has always gone above and beyond for her friends,...

- Lesley K.

Tiffany C.

She was wonderful,timley , Left me with no worries.I will use her again for dog watching.

- Care member

Susan Q.

My wife (who has ALZ) loved Susan. Very compassionate and caring person. Always on time and with a positive attitude.

- Bob E.

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