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Alyssa R.


La Crosse, IN

$13-15/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! I Am Looking For A Summer Job! I Work As A Paraprofessional During School.

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My name is Alyssa and am a mother of two children, one step child. I enjoy working with children. I am currently a paraprofessional with special needs looking for summer work!
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Dawn E.


Kouts, IN

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available

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Experience assisting the elderly, the fragile, the extra special. In nursing home and at care home for a teenager that had been in an accident. I am a good listener and very patient. I am willing to come to your home to help you with your needs.
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Elizabeth T.


Valparaiso, IN

$20/hr7 yrs exp

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Hello, my name is Elizabeth. I am 22 years old and have 7+ years of experience with young children. I am easygoing but can be firm when I need to be. I've enjoyed working with children since I was 12. I'm creative, fun, and have a personality that most kids just can't resist. (I'm also good with most pets!) In recent years I...
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"Saying Elizabeth is a caring, dedicated nanny is an understatement. From day one, she took her job with great responsibility. In fact, on her own, she took the initiative to find a "nanny app" where she could...

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Julie H.


Valparaiso, IN

$14-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Babysitter/Tutor

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Hello! I am a fun, caring and reliable babysitter/tutor with over 15 years of experience working with children of all ages. I have a B. A. in Human Development and Family Studies from Purdue University Northwest. A couple years ago, I worked as a Site Leader for the Hobart Family YMCA after school program where I was responsible...
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Melanie Y.


Valparaiso, IN

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

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-Experience as both a preschool teacher and early intervention behavioral therapist (special education) -BS in Psychology, with minors in biology and music. -Certified Early Childhood Education Master Teacher (California) -Certified PRT: Level 1. Training and experience in other ABA methods as well -Certified Paramedic (not...
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Abbey W.


Valparaiso, IN

$22-30/hr3 yrs exp

Nursing Student/ Nanny

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Hi I'm abbey, I'm 23 and I'm in my senior year of Nursing school to receive my BSN, RN. I currently have my CNA license and I'm CPR, OSHA, and HIPPA certified. I've done numerous clinical on site rotations and have worked with rapid response, behavioral med, rehab, ICU and NICU. I'm currently taking 15 credit hours of school so...
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Megan M.


Valparaiso, IN

$12-22/hr4 yrs exp

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Hello! I'm Megan, I am 22 years old and I am currently a senior nursing major. I love kids and have been babysitting and working in my church's youth ministry for many years. I worked at a special needs park district for 2 years and I have experience working in a hospital as well. I am CPR/First Aid certified. I love being...
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Alexis B.


Valparaiso, IN

$16/hr3 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

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My whole life I've been the oldest sibling. So, that came with the responsibility to mature very fast and care for all of my younger siblings. I've watched them since I was young and that always stuck around considering I still have younger siblings aging from 10-14 that I still care for at times. Also, my mom and her friend...
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Christie B.


Valparaiso, IN

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

DSP

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I have worked as a DSP caring for and helping with ADL's. Med certification have held CPI certification I also have CPR and first aid Certification. Have provided personal care and Job assistance and training
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Hailey R.


Valparaiso, IN

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

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I have my Child Development Associates credential and also have experience working with children who are special needs , I have also taken several courses in teaching and helping children and adolescence with special needs. I am most familiar working and tutoring children and adolescents with ADHD , Autism, and Down Syndrome. I...
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Jacquelynn M.


Valparaiso, IN

$22/hr8 yrs exp

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Having volunteered at schools like Central Elementary, Elementary, I've gained valuable experience with children, including those with special needs. As an aunt to a7-year-old and an8-year-old, one of whom is non-verbal autistic, I understand the importance of patience and empathy.
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Haily C.


Valparaiso, IN

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

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I've been a paraprofessional to kids with moderate to severe special needs since August of 2022. I absolutely love what I do and seeing the kids meet their goals and the joy that they have makes what I do worth every second.
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Kelley K.


Valparaiso, IN

$24-28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny And Caregiver Seeking New Family To Work With In Northwest Indiana

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Hello, my name is Kelley. I worked for Batavia IL public schools for 15 years with special needs children. I am also a mother of two girls ages 30 and 26. My husband and I moved to Valparaiso in October 2023. I have worked with children ages newborn thru 15 years of age over a period of 21 years and cant imagine doing anything...
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Lexi N.


Valparaiso, IN

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

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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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Alyssa A.


Valparaiso, IN

$12-17/hr4 yrs exp

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I'm Alyssa, a 21-year-old semi professional caregiver with experience in student teaching, special needs work and disability work. I was a student teacher in a variety of classroom settings which has allowed me to experience caring for children from all walks of life. I'd love to help out your family!
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Elizabeth T.


Valparaiso, IN

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

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I've enjoyed working with special needs children for several years now. I know American Sign Language.
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Tiffany P.


Valparaiso, IN

$14-19/hr

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

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Mom of 4, 2 with special needs. Over 15 years of experience with autism. I have one that is high function and another is low function. Available during the day time to assist other families with similar life challenges
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Abbey W.


Valparaiso, IN

$31/hr4 yrs exp

Trust Worthy And Fun Sitter

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I currently attended school a Purdue Northwest for nursing. I recently worked as an ABA therapist at Life Strategies (center for autistic children). I'm CPR certified I love being around kids and having fun. I'm available most week days depending on my class schedule. I'm experienced with babies, toddlers, kids, twins and kids...
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Haily C.


Valparaiso, IN

$12-15/hr5 yrs exp

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I have 5 years of experience. I've gone from watching my younger siblings, to volunteering at a preschool, to working with elementary age students for before/afterschool care, and most recently I started working with kids with special needs.
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Maddy G.


Wheatfield, IN

$21-40/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny

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Professional nanny for the last 8 years, have worked with numerous families with various children ranging from newborn to 15 years old. I love outdoor activities, crafts, cooking/baking, and reading. I am verified in CPR, infant CPR, child development, and first aide. I have experience in special needs care as well. Very...

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