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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Griffith,Ā IN

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Griffith, IN

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Darra J.


Merrillville, IN

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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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Mary Grace C.


Crown Point, IN

$20-22/hr • 4 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher's Assistant - High Energy

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...
Mary Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Emily Y.


Merrillville, IN

$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

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...
Emily can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Jackie E.


Merrillville, IN

$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

College Educated Nanny

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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Keairra M.


Calumet City, IL

$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs

I've worked with lots of special needs babies and teens. I genuinely live the work I do. Would love to help your family.
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Kamy O.


Lansing, IL

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have around 3 years of experience in the child care setting! I currently work as a paraprofessional working with special needs children. I am only looking for something seasonal, as I will resume work in the fall. I speak spanish & have a valid drivers license. I enjoy watching movies, taking walks, chill days, running...
Kamy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

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Amy G.


Hobart, IN

$8-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

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...
Amy can also help with: Respite care
I have 12 years of babysitting experience with children with special needs. One is developmentaly delayed due to seizures. I have worked with Deaf children as well. I have also babysat a child with celiac and another with asthma.
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Leola B.


Gary, IN

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

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.
My name is Kellice B. im currently a freshmen at Xavier University of Lousiana. Born in raised in Chicago, IL im currently 18 years old and looking to be a care taker I have two years of unpaid experience with special needs children and look forward to working with all children and building my experience.
Kellice can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Sara C.


Hobart, IN

$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Professional Educator For Virtual Learning Help

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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Tashea R.


Lansing, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

As a special needs caregiver, I work with children with special needs and their families to provide care in the home. Working as an extra set of hands for their parents, your duties are to work with a treatment plan for the child that outlines the help they require, including socialization, bathing, dressing, feeding, and...
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Yasmin G.


Chicago Heights, IL

$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have worked in child care for about 3 years now. I'm very passionate about working with children. I have worked with mostly every age group. I'm bilingual. I'm very passionate about encouraging children to develop socially, emotionally and intellectually.
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Kathleen G.


Hobart, IN

$16/hr • 10 yrs exp

Helper

I have worked with several families from care. com at different times over the past 18 years. I am capable of caring for disabled children in many spectrums, as well as adults with challenges. I am willing to cook and clean up after ourselves in the kitchen. I am also willing to help out with their laundry. I have an insured car...
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Kellice B.


Lansing, IL

$16-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi I'm Kellice And I'm Looking Forward To Working With Amazing Families.

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, determined, and intelligent I like caring for people with special needs because it's so heart warming every time I meet different kids I love them so much and it makes me happy to work with them. I'm looking for a job that makes me feel comfortable. Something that I enjoy getting up...
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Abigail H.


Crown Point, IN

$20-45/hr • 3 yrs exp

Energetic, Fun, And Responsible.

4.8

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I love having fun but also sticking to the rules the parents have set. I recently babysat a family of 3 until they moved away. I've also had experience with special needs children and have tutored. I've grown up with 9 siblings, 5 brothers and 4 sisters, so I do have experience with both genders. I love taking walks to the park...
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"First person I've hired that actually listened to how I wanted something done, whether taking care of the children or just running errands! She's always so helpful and usually bends her schedule to fit ours. I didn't have to micromanage either, she always seemed...

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Lara A.


Munster, IN

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

Hello, my name is Lara. I am s single mother of four looking for a fresh start on my next stage in life. I have been a stay at home mother for 16 years and enjoyed every minute. Once my children entered school and no longer needed my assistance, I went back into the work force. I am presently working for the local public school...
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Ashley R.


Gary, IN

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi, I Have Work With Kids For The Last 4 Years. Ive Worked With Special Needs Kids

We are a safe, sanitized, respectful, educational, caring home daycare. We offer Hot meals, Cold meals & snacks. Field Trips, Curriculum Activities & much more.
Ashley can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I am a DSP as well. I work with mental health , autism, behavioral, etc. I am very passionate about helping.

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Ratings for Griffith, IN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Griffith, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.