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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Hobart, IN

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Hobart, IN

What can I say about Julie? There truly are not enough words to describe the type of person she is. I lost my grandmother at the beginning…

Review for Julie A. by Care member

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…

Review for Tiffany P. by Care member

Kim was absolutely wonderful with my son. She is extremely loving, reliable, and flexible. After, 3 1/2 years we considered her part of…

Review for Kimberly R. by Andrea G.

Special needs caregivers in Hobart, IN

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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

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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:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Charlene H.


Portage, IN

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

When I was younger in my mid 20's to my late 30's I have done respite care for two families. I worked with them for about 7 years, taking them out in the community and doing fun and exciting activities. I hope you will consider me for a position. I am also currently a special education teacher.
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Julie A.


Munster, IN

$21-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Patient And Fun-loving Caregiver

5.0

(6)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello everyone, my name is Julie I've worked as a caregiver for over 10 years and with special needs now for over 6 years and have learned a lot in my time as a caregiver. I've worked with clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, special needs, and disabilities. Walking assistance and guidance assistance whether it is with a gait...
Julie can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Julie been an excellent caregiver very punctual and dependable. very knowledgeable. experience in the field. very happy with care.com"

David Z.

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Tiffany P.


Valparaiso, IN

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced, College Educated In Early Childhood

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Tiffany can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"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 pets! "

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Kimberly R.


Thornton, IL

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have had both the pleasure and honor of being a nanny/babysitter for the past 15 years. My experience is with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old in a home setting. Most recently I have been caring for a special needs child on the autism spectrum for the past 3 1/2 years who just turned 6 years old. I considered him...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kimberly watched my son as a nanny/babysitter for years. She is reliable and takes her job very seriously. This is just not a 'job' to her, this is a career to her. Highly recommend her services. She is awesome with children of all ages!"

Mike M.

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Nichole W.


Chicago Heights, IL

$20-31/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Nichole. I'm new to the area and seeking my next babysitting opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in the midwest. As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. So, naturally, I turned to childcare as a profession at the age...
Nichole can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated everything she did. I would recommend her services 100%...

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Kesheva P.


Chicago Heights, IL

$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

I am a registered behavioral Therapist I have been working with children diagnosed with Autism and other mental and behavioral disabilities. I love working with all children of all levels of cognition. Working with a population as such requires additional education and training which I am qualified for.
5.0
"I have a child with autism Kesheva is always so patient with him. Our family absolutely adores her, and she's good at what she does."

Susan M.

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Keairra M.


Calumet City, IL

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

3.7

(3)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

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

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"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. This is our first week with her but so far it's been a great experience for our family! We hope to see...

Nicole B.

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Jenna R.


Munster, IN

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

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...
Jenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"I interviewed Jenna for a nanny position. I liked her profile, but she also came recommended from a few mutual acquaintances. She was punctual. She seemed very comfortable with my children and well qualified. Her availability didn't work out, unfortunately. I...

Kristin M.

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Lakeia P.


Crete, IL

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have fostered children from the ages of three months to 16 years of age, ran a summer camp with ages prek to 7th grade, trained and certified with medical and behavior children. I was a respite worker for children with cerebral palsy, ADHD, autism and alcohol fetal syndrome for 10 years.
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Yasmeen F.


Highland, IN

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter & Smile Creator

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

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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Jasmine M.


South Holland, IL

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Jasmine M.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

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...
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Jasmine is very tentative and gentle with my one year old daughter, who is fussy and attached to her dad and I . She is a professional in this field . My daughter cries when we get there and before leaving out the door Jasmine has her to stop crying . Jasmine sends...

Angelique B.

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Julie A.


Munster, IN

$21-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have over 5 years of experience working with special needs clients. I work at a day facility and side by side in group home facilities. I also have family members with disabilities. I know not every client will be a fit, but it also takes time and patience. In which I'm willing to put forth the effort. Please contact me if you...
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Mizanur R.


Highland, IN

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

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...
Mizanur can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands
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Lexi N.


Valparaiso, IN

$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

About Me

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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Camesha S.


Munster, IN

$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp

SMILE CREATOR

I have 7years of experience. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I love kids I have 12 siblings. I have twin nieces who are 5 years old . I'm reliable. I work with special needs at a school right now and I love it. I started to love watching kids when I found out my sister has special needs . I just found it made me so...
Camesha can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Phillipina Agyemang O.


Chicago Heights, IL

$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

I'm a hard-working Lady who is passionate about providing quality care for all my patients. I can care for all diagnoses and I provide all services. I would love to work with you. Thank you
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Kaylee E.


Cedar Lake, IN

$16/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Kaylee and I am a Freshman studying Social Work at IU from home this semester. I have worked at a play-learning center called Bellaboo's leading story time and cooking classes, as well as day camp. I was a camp counselor and worked in a childcare center for 3 years, well experienced with 4 weeks- 12 years...
Hello my name is Elizabeth I have zero experience with special needs but I have patience, I am willing to learn and help . I have worked with elderly sick people and kids. I like to help, if your willing to give me a chance I'm your girl.

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