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Logan J.

Experienced Caretaker

Fort Wayne, IN

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I was a DSP for 3+ years taking care of disabled adults. I have experience in housekeeping, meal prep, bathing, medication distribution, taking vital signs, and general caretaking. I'm also currently CPR/First Aid certified.
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Nursing Student

Fort Wayne, IN

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Hi there! Nursing student here, with 8 years of experience as a CNA/private caregiver. My experience has usually been long term care facilities with geriatric patients. I have had some very successful private caregiving experiences (2 years) My schedule varies, but I am open and transparent about every/any thing!
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Fort Wayne, IN

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$21/hr
2 years experience
Experienced caregiver supporting individuals across all life stages with special needs, with a strong focus on autism support. I provide patient, compassionate, and structured care that promotes independence, safety, and meaningful growth in daily routines and skill development.
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Fort Wayne, IN

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I am a patient, caring, and dependable person with over 10 years of experience working with special needs children in a school setting. I also have experience working with disabled individuals and enjoy helping others while creating a safe and supportive environment.
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Nanny With A Wide Range Of Experience Including Special Needs

Fort Wayne, IN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I have worked with children with a variety of needs both medical and educational, including but not limited to Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Down Syndrome, Visual and Hearing Impairments, G tubes & feedings, catheters, traces, seizures, and more.
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Fort Wayne, IN

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hello, my name is Camryn. I am 25 years old. I have nannied for 5 families since 2020. I have a BS in Developmental Psychology and a Master's of Social Work. Working as a therapist with complex and unsupportive systems for helping families has left me exhausted and I would love to return to my roots in childcare. I love to...
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Fort Wayne, IN

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
For over 10 years, I've found immense joy in caring for children. My positive experiences babysitting sparked a desire to make a real difference in young lives and support families by offering dependable care. I am patient, creative, and approachable. I communicate with parents using their preferred method, providing regular...
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I Love Children

Fort Wayne, IN

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I am a positive and energetic mother of 4 children, I have a son with special needs , I worked at turnstone as teacher assistant and I have experience with kids with special needs , I have a 12-year-old son with Down syndrome and Autism so I am very relative with that . I would like to help with your children and do...
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Fort Wayne, IN

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Nurturing children's curiosity and development is truly my passion. My 10 years of experience, including caring for special needs children, have solidified my commitment to providing exceptional care. I use past positive babysitting experiences to build a foundation of experience and knowledge. I am patient, calm, friendly, and...
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Fort Wayne, IN

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$14/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Brooklyn , a CPR- and Red Cross-certified babysitter who also works as a one-on-one special needs assistant with Fort Wayne Community Schools. I've cared for kids of all ages, including those with dietary needs and allergies. I'm patient, responsible, and love creating a fun, safe, and family-like environment where every...
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Nanny

Fort Wayne, IN

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have been a nanny for 2 families and babysat multiple children from 1 month to 12 years. I have experience with special needs as well. I am also a mother of two girls, ages 17 and 14 years old. I work full time M-F in the healthcare field, and am available evenings and most weekends!! I would love to learn about your needs and...
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Fort Wayne, IN

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$14/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I am a pediatric occupational therapist and have 3 children of my own. Comfortable with a variety of ages and special needs.
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Fort Wayne, IN

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Rebecca and I am a current high school senior who will be attending university in the fall. I am looking for a full time nannying job this summer. I have over four years of paid childcare experience working as a nanny, babysitter, and camp counselor. I have experience working with every age group and kids with...
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A Nanny/Babysitter That You Can Trust:-}

Fort Wayne, IN

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$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello!! and thank you so much for reading my bio:-} Seems like I've been around kiddos my whole life, and started helping with them at about 10 years old, when I gained some younger siblings. Next came occasional babysitting when I was a teenager. Before graduating high school I also took a child development class which was...
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Nanny

Fort Wayne, IN

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have mainly cared for small children and adolescents with special needs but I also have 6 years of experience caring for young children and infants as well. I am very outgoing with a love for teaching children. I am CPR and first aid certified. I graduated with my bachelors in psychology and sociology at PFW. . My main goal is...
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Fort Wayne, IN

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$14/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Rheagan, a compassionate, optimistic, and patient caregiver with over 2 years of experience as a Teacher Assistant in a kindergarten classroom and as a Child Care Worker with the YMCA's Before and After School Program. I've worked with children of all ages, including those with special needs, and I always strive to...
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Fort Wayne, IN

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a college student with several years of babysitting experience. For multiple summers, I cared for a family with several kids as well as my own brothers, Ive also worked worked with children with special needs which taught me patience, responsibility, and how to balance different personalities and routines. I love...
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Compassionate And Educated Nanny With Experience Working With Children Of All Ages And Abilities.

Fort Wayne, IN

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
I am a devoted mother of one son and two stepchildren, and caring for children is at the heart of who I am. My faith guides me in supporting families with patience, compassion, and respect. I am seeking part-time nanny work that allows me to be present for my son while maintaining flexibility to travel to Cleveland to spend time...
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About Sydney

Fort Wayne, IN

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Sydney, and I love working with children. I have had experience babysitting for six years, and I also have worked in multiple childcare centers and church programs. I worked in childcare for over three years and loved it. My goal is to become a pediatrician, and I've always loved working with children in...
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Fort Wayne, IN

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Millie. I'm a compassionate, Bilingual (born and raised in Puerto Rico), dedicated nanny with College Degrees in Forensic Psychology/Anthropology, a background in early childhood education with 8+ years of experience caring for children from infancy through school-age. I also have experience with twins and children with...
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