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Taylor B.

Griffith, IN

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$16/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
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...
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Crown Point, IN

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$15/hr
I am a DSP as well. I work with mental health , autism, behavioral, etc. I am very passionate about helping.
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Professional Educator For Virtual Learning Help

Hobart, IN

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$15/hr
8 years experience
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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Merrillville, IN

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...
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Special Needs Care

Merrillville, IN

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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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Valparaiso, IN

3.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi my name is Hailey. I have 9 years of experience, and experience taking care of a child with special needs. I can help around the house, running errands, carpooling, and homework.

Tom P. says "Hailey is very mature and dependable. She asked the best questions and I could instantly tell that I could depend on her to care for my children! Highly...

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Experienced, College Educated In Early Childhood

Valparaiso, IN

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
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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Jasmine M.

South Holland, IL

5.0(1)
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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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Experienced Nanny

Calumet City, IL

3.7(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
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....

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Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Portage, IN

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
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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Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!

Munster, IN

4.5(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years years old for children ages birth to 13 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and ADHD also. I have worked with children through sports camps and have taught Sunday School for years too. I am passionate about caring for children and love being a part...

Maria W. says "We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids. "

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Fun Sitter & Smile Creator

Highland, IN

5.0(0)
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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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Highland, IN

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Errands
transportation
light cleaning
meal prep
live-in home care
I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver with five years of hands-on experience providing personalized support to individuals of all ages, including those with special needs. As a parent and caregiver within my own family, I bring a deep understanding of the importance of patience, empathy, and attentiveness in providing...
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East Chicago, IN

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
*Family Assistant Available* Hello families! My name is Narobi and I have 17 years of professional nanny experience. I have cared for newborn through school aged children, including those with special needs. I have also assisted families with various household and organizational tasks (including closet organization, grocery...
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Dolton, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
Hi Everyone, My name is Cierra. I'm a recent college graduate that have aspirations of being a corporate lawyer. I babysit on my free time to help fund my LSAT studies. In the fall I will be going back to school for my masters but however, it is virtual. I am located in the south suburbs but willing to travel up to north and...
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Riley

Dyer, IN

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hi, my name is Riley and I love being around, taking care of, and interacting with kids! I am a 19-year-old college student and women's basketball player at Purdue Northwest. Along with basketball, I love all kinds of sports. I've had a lot of experience with kids growing up considering my mom is a speech therapist who deals...
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Bountiful Babysitting

South Holland, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Makiya and I have over 4-years of hands-on childcare experience. I began working in daycares at the age of 16, and since then, caring for children has become more than just a job - it's my passion. I have experience working with children of all ages and backgrounds, including those with special needs. I...
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About Me

Valparaiso, IN

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I am a highschool student. I am really good with kids. I have a car and my drivers license. Looking for after school child care I can also drive to after school practices and pick children up from school I started working with kids when I started watching my little brother and now my family and family friends hires me when they...
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Making Life Easier And Stress Free

Thornton, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
respite care
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Loretta, I am 64 I have been taking care of elders and adults with special needs for over 40 years. My hope is that I can make your life a little easier and stress free with my help. My experience is extensive. I can help with getting ready for the day, light cleaning and laundry, cooking, feeding, bathing,...
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Special Needs Caregivers in Gary, IN are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Hailey P.

Hailey is very mature and dependable. She asked the best questions and I could instantly tell that I could depend on her to care for my...

- Tom P.

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...

- Care member

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.

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