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Jordan G.

Franklin, IN

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello I'm Jordan, I am 21 years old and live in Franklin, I graduated short ridge high school in 2020, I am currently serving in the U. S. army National guard. I have always had a passion in nurturing young minds , with a big family I have been around young children practically my whole life , I also currently foster one of my...
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Heart Warming And Fun Sitter

Franklin, IN

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$14/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I am a loving, passionate, happy, calm, but energetic young adult. I am interested in becoming a light in the lives of others. I have a brother who I grew up with who has special needs. He was diagnosed with ADD, PDD, ODD, and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. Growing up my entire life I have learned to be patient and gentle when I...
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Child Care Extraordinaire

Franklin, IN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am super loving, patient, energetic, and absolutely love children! I have worked in the public school system as a teacher's assistant for the past 10 years. The last 3 years have been with special needs children. I also love to cook, clean, organize, and run errands. Outdoor activities and anything craft related are my...
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Only The Absolute Best Sitter

Franklin, IN

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$12/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi my names Cortney, I've been a CNA for over 5 years now. I am great with kids & elderly. I'm a very neat & clean person. I have no problem with cleaning, laundry, etc. I have a daughter of my own, she's 8. Plus I babysit for my siblings all the time. Usually its my niece and nephew that are 1 yr old & 9 yrs old. Also my fiance...
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Trustworthy, Passionate, Caring CNA

Franklin, IN

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
respite care
dementia
Hello! I am Makiah. I obtained my CNA license over 7 years ago, along with my CPR certification! I have a passion for caring for others and helping others in any way I can. I am a special needs mother, who enjoys caretaking and understands the day to day challenges in life. I am outgoing, positive, and dedicated in what I do.
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Experienced, Mature Caregiver With Background In Nursing And Special Needs

Greenwood, IN

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Nurturing, care giving and educating are my passions! In addition to my personal experience as the mother of 4 boys (17, 15, 15 & 13 y. o.) I am a retired RN, and have 20+ years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. I truly enjoy caring for children of all ages and stages of development. Having...
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Greenwood, IN

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
I've been watching special-needs children in the past. I ran the house with four special-needs girls. It was a 24 hour house and I took care of everything. Also, I had two boys of my own that I stayed at home with and did everything and I now have two grandbabies that I take care of one is 6 months old and one's autistic. He's 2...
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Courtney

Greenwood, IN

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$15/hr
9 years experience
My name is Courtney and I would love to CARE for you! I have a degree in Sign Language Interpreting and American Sign Language. I have worked with a wide array of people of all ages. I have been an after school nanny for a family with two young girls. I have been a nanny during the summer for a young girl with cognitive...
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Experienced, Mature Caregiver

Greenwood, IN

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
In addition to caring for my older sister who has MR with associated physical and mental challenges, I have over 25 years of professional experience. My professional career includes 20 years with a social service agency providing supports to individuals of all ages with a myriad of developmental, cognitive, physical and...
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Experienced Special Needs

Nineveh, IN

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I was a former teacher and youth social service worker. I have cared for children with EH, DD, autism, visual impairment, ADHD, and learning disabilities. I have 10 years teaching with the state of Indiana for both the Indiana School for the Blind and Knightstown Children's Home, and Homestead Christian School. I have worked...
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Bargersville, IN

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have experience working with all sorts of patients being a Nursing Assistant. I can provide a helping hand where necessary for personal care. and help with special needs.
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Fun And Creative Nanny

Greenwood, IN

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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a fun, nature loving nanny who loves spending time outdoors and staying active. On rainy days I love to bring out arts and crafts and work with little ones exploring their creativity through play and developing their fine motor skills at the same time. I see every interaction as an opportunity for learning. I love to go...
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Kind Hearted Caregiver

Greenwood, IN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am very caring and Kindhearted person. I like to take care of people who need my service. I have experienced more than 08 years with (CPR-adult and pediatric, BLS, MTTP) Professional qualification. I have work experienced individual and home care places with different kind of health issues. Most of the elders had diabetes...
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Vannah (certified RBT)

Greenwood, IN

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Vannah. I would love to meet and engage with your kiddo(s)! I am in school right now, Mondays and Wednesdays, going to get my certificate in art therapy. I am a certified RBT and worked at an autism therapy clinic for a year. It changed my whole perspective on kiddos with disabilities and a passion to help them...
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
I'm 21 years old. I have a worked a daycare/preschool setting for 5 years now, I have experience with special needs children as my little sister is special needs, I'm 1 of 6 kids I also have 5 nieces and 3 nephews that I love dearly! I'm a great driver, I am first aid and CPR certified and I'm also a licensed CNA. Which I can...

Megan A. says "Lexi watches my boys on the weekends when I work. She even takes them to church with her! We love her and are so thankful to have found her."

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Loving Mom Who Loves Children

Greenwood, IN

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
carpooling
Hi There! My name is Amina and I have over 30 years experience, CPR certified and I am comfortable caring for all children, especially those who may have special needs. I am married and the mother of two adult children. I have an amazing 30-year-old daughter, who was born with cerebral palsy and beat the odds with early...

Care Member says "Amina was wonderful with our two kids- 3 months and 5 years old. She was engaged, friendly, and kind. We will definitely be having her back! "

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Experienced Direct Support Professional/Mentor

Bargersville, IN

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I currently am employed with a similar job. I work with individuals that have intellectual and developmental disabilities. I have two jobs, so I am pretty busy. However I enjoy spending time with special needs individuals on the weekends and evenings and doing numerous activities with them. From previous experience, I have gone...

Greenwood, IN

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I have worked with kiddos with ASD, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy and more. From an ABA center, to a conductive school for education, to being a 1-on-1, working on a Autism Psychiatric Unit, and at Behavioral Schools. These kiddos have a special place in my heart and I would absolutely love to care for your kiddo and give you...
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Fun And Responsible Babysitter

Beech Grove, IN

5.0(1)
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$12/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have been babysitting since I was around 14 years old. Among other jobs, I have always had babysitting jobs on the side, ranging from infants to middle school children. I also regularly volunteer with the special needs community, so I am very comfortable working with someone who has special needs. I grew up in a family of six,...

Samantha N. says "Annie was incredibly reliable and very punctual! My son absolutely adored her, she did so good with him, I honestly couldn't have asked for a better...

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Fun Part-Time Sitter For All Ages

Indianapolis, IN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a teacher on the south side of Indy looking for more work doing what I love! I've been babysitting for 10 years now so I have experience with children of all ages, as well as sets of multiples and children who have special needs. I am available most evenings and any time on most weekends. I am kind and patient, and I...

Care Member says "Excellent! She was friendly, on time, and connected well with my child and pets. Highly recommend."

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.20/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Franklin, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Lexi L.

Lexi watches my boys on the weekends when I work. She even takes them to church with her! We love her and are so thankful to have found her.

- Megan A.

Amina B.

Amina was wonderful with our two kids- 3 months and 5 years old. She was engaged, friendly, and kind. We will definitely be having her back!...

- Care member

Annie W.

Annie was incredibly reliable and very punctual! My son absolutely adored her, she did so good with him, I honestly couldn't have asked for...

- Samantha N.

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