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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.
I've worked with adults and children with trachs, Down Syndrome and wheelchair bound. I have also made sure they took their meds on time. I've cooked and cleaned their homes. I've read to them if they wanted. I took them out for walks or we would just sit outside and enjoy the weather.
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 .
Travel
swimming supervision
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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- $15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
We are a safe, sanitized, respectful, educational, caring home daycare. We offer Hot meals, Cold meals & snacks. Field Trips, Curriculum Activities & much more.
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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- $15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently a stay at home mom looking for part time work. For many years I worked within the public schools and taught modify behavior within the special education curriculum. I also have several years experience being a caregiver for Seniors as well with people who have developmental disabilities, from severe to moderate. I...
Mari G. says "I have known Christy since 1990. She is not only a friend of mine, but I have relied on her to watch my children and transport them on several occasions....
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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...
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
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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...
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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About myself & my philosophies for child care:
*Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education
*Past experiences include: one on one pre-K teacher, daycare Pre-K teacher, mothers helper, nanny.
*Home is the first and most important classroom. I focus on emotional learning and problem solving along with the basics.
*Learning...
Katelyn T. says "Kaylie was on time and very courteous. She was interested in our rules in regards to our children and wanted to follow our routines. The kids were safe...
Light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
errands
live-in home care
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I love careing for people. I have experiance with many different kinds of people. Children. Toddlers. Babies. Elderly . Dementia. Special needs.
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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I have 24 years of experience working with infant-11-year-old with and without special needs from 1992-2016 when I took a lactation job at Evanston hospital. I have worked in the TMH department working with special needs children from 3-10 yo ; infants, 3-5-year-olds; taught preschool, and was a site director for the YMCA from...
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.
I am a recently retired pharmacist who has been doing it for over 30 years and burned out. I'm contemplating doing what i've loved for years if I find the right family. I was a special needs, mom to a very special young man for 18 years. Special needs is where my heart is in this last phase of my worklife. I consider myself a...
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a Kindergarten teacher with 11 years teaching experience. Prior to becoming a teacher I was a nanny and tutor. I have recently become a mom and I am looking to step away from education for awhile so I can be his primary caregiver. Throughout my teaching career I was ranked as highly effective by the state of Indiana. I also...
Personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
errands
Hello!
I may have limited hands-on experience, but I have a strong interest in caring for elderly individuals, especially those with special needs or autism. I've helped family members and neighbors with tasks like light cleaning, running errands, meal prep, and offering companionship. I'm also comfortable assisting with...
Respite care
For the past 4 years I have been a substitute teacher. I am currently assisting in a high school special education room and have been assigned to this room for the full school year. I have also worked for a year as a DSP in a supported living home for adults with special needs. I am interested in providing respite care for...
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
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Worked with children that have special needs at the Special Education Learning Facility of Porter County as a paraprofessional since January 2024. My room I was in specialized in kids grades kindergarten to third grade with autism that are nonverbal.
Meal prep
light cleaning
I am a substitute teacher and am currently assisting in a special education classroom. I have worked with children of all ages and all types of care. I have also recently worked as a DSP in supported living for adults with special needs. I am looking to supplement my income by assisting caregivers with various tasks and respite...
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Alyssia J.
The kids love her! I can trust her to always have my kids best interest in mind.
- Nicole J.
Christy A.
I have known Christy since 1990. She is not only a friend of mine, but I have relied on her to watch my children and transport them on...
- Mari G.
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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