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I have almost 10 years of experience working with children, most of which have been as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) working directly with children with developmental disabilities (including but not limited to diagnoses on the autism spectrum, down syndrome, and ADHD) and physical disabilities (including but not limited...
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
My two years of childcare/nanny experience has allowed me to support families by providing reliable and excellent care for their children. You will find me to be patient, calm, reliable, trustworthy and kind. I am experienced, professional and college educated. I am comfortable caring for children ages 1-10 with a maximum of two...
Hello! My name is Jackie and I'm very passionate about what I do. I just graduated this month with a bachelor's degree in elementary education and special education through Western Governor's University. I love kids and have been babysitting since I was 14. I have nannied for multiple families over the years and have excellent...
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- $8/hr
Dementia
respite care
errands
light cleaning
transportation
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Retired rph looking for the right fit.
Very experienced with special needs clientele as I raised a child for 18 years.
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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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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- $17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi I am very passionate about helping those with disabilities or special needs. I have been of service to family members as well who have the same issues. I'm ready to help, and be of amazing service!
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- $20/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
My background includes two professional positions as a teacher's assistant in preschool as well as in a daycare setting. I have experience working with children with special needs. The range of ages I've worked with is 2 years through school-aged. I enjoy playing games and interacting with children. I am not one to sit on the...
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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Mam of 13th year 13th-year-old girl, married, religious, hardworking, traditional, appreciates traditional family values, loves working with kids. Have a strong medical background, and can work with kids with special needs. Looking forward to meeting you.
Light cleaning
meal prep
As a dedicated childcare provider with five years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and ensuring reliable care for their children, especially children with special needs. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and friendliness, allows me to connect easily with children.
When it comes to...
Carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
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...
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
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...
I am an educator with 8 years experience who has consistently received a highly effective rating in my school system. I am looking to offer weekday tutoring out of my home in Hobart, Indiana for a small group of elementary-aged children. I will help your child learn grade level standards, all while stay on top of their...
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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...
Hi! I am a fun loving, patient, and reliable person. I work as a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant in the local school systems. I have 8 years of experience working with preschool and school aged children. In my spare time, I enjoy being with my Fiancé and spoiling my miniature goldendoodle, Winston. I am looking for a part...
I am a DSP as well. I work with mental health , autism, behavioral, etc. I am very passionate about helping.
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- $10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello I have over 10 years of experience and over all just love being around kids. I have 4 kids, 3boys 1 girl, age 12, 11 and 9 and the baby is a 20 months old. My 11-year-old has special needs so I'm experienced in that area as well. I know how important it is to find someone you can trust and rely on. I have cared for my...
Care Member says "She walked our 11 month old yellow lab puppy for 1 hr a few days per week, feed and played with Stella and we would highly remind her to care for your...
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- $17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
I love children. I have worked with children for many years. I was a teachers' aide two years with the preschool at my high school. I teach Sunday school at my church to an age group of 2 to 6. I have a cousin who is special needs and I often babysit him. I love children and enjoy working with them very much. I have been and am...
Catearina C. says "Very dependable! My 3yo said he had fun while in her care. As a mother that's all you want to hear. she also cares for my newborn and is great with him...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
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I have been watching kids for a 9 years now. I love having playtime with kids. I am good at putting kids down for bedtime. I am also great at working with special needs children, have lots of experience and great references. I am 29 but I think that's what makes me a great nanny because I can connect with the kids on their...
Nicole B. says "We had a wonderful initial interview with her arriving on time and making an excellent first impression. She's easy going and so far the girls adore her....
Light cleaning
live-in home care
respite care
I am a mother of 4 and I have always had a love for helping those that need it. I was a home health aid and used to work for a company that helps those with developmental disabilities achieve independence and promote choice. With this I have had to play many roles. I aide with transportation, hygiene, cooking, shopping, provide...
Care Member says "Iris is an amazing person and open to providing quality care for people when they need it most!"
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- $20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
My name is Yasmeen I'm a full time nanny with 7 years experience working with children ages 8 months to school age. I worked in ABA for 4 years as an RBT, 2 years in a classroom with kindergarten & 1st graders & this past year as a full time nanny with children ages 8 months to 7 years old. I've taken several classes in early...
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Tiffany P.
She walked our 11 month old yellow lab puppy for 1 hr a few days per week, feed and played with Stella and we would highly remind her to...
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Jasmine M.
Very dependable! My 3yo said he had fun while in her care. As a mother that's all you want to hear. she also cares for my newborn and is...
- Catearina C.
Keairra M.
We had a wonderful initial interview with her arriving on time and making an excellent first impression. She's easy going and so far the...
- Nicole B.
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