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Mia P.

Part-Time Caregiver

La Porte, IN

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$10/hr
Craft assistance
I have cared for many families with children ranging in age from 2 months to 7 years. I am very patient and get along well with children. I babysit for my cousin regularly, who has three boys under the age of 5, so there isn't much that I cannot handle! I am great at following instructions left by parents and almost always have...
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La Porte, IN

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$11/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
For the past 12 years I have been taking various babysitting jobs. I have worked with infants through teenagers. I also have taken care of children with special needs.
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La Porte, IN

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$14/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Hello, I recently graduated high school and love working in hospitality, I don't have much experience working in senior care but I'm a fast learner and very flexible. I currently work with special needs individuals part time and dog/ house sit for family friends as needed but have a schedule far in advance. I love to bake and...
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Paraprofessional And Former Pediatric Nurse Looking For Nanny Position

Michigan City, IN

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
I have lived in the US for the past 9 years where I have worked as a paraprofessional . There I provide care for a broad array of special needs students. Before that time I worked as a pediatric nurse for five years in Taiwan. I am CPR Pediatric Certified and I have been learning and using sign language in my current job. I am...

Care Member says "We have been incredibly fortunate to have Ji as our occasional babysitter - she is amazing with my two daughters, ages 9 and 2, and I simply cannot...

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Special Needs Helper

Rolling Prairie, IN

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$10/hr
7 years experience
I have worked with children with emotional problems for the past 7 years. I love working with kids and trying to help them out as much as possible.
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Michigan City, IN

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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
I have tons of experience in babysitting (up to 6 kids at a time) of all ages! Most of this work has been "under the table" so I only added 2 years of work on my profile. I also grew up with a high spectrum autistic brother and have volunteered in special needs classes. I understand that your baby(ies) mean the world to you and...
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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
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
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
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Three Oaks, MI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
I have 7 years of experience with all ages from 0-16-year-olds. I have experience with special needs children of all ages. I am able to put together a daily fun educational schedule or follow an already planned schedule, I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping and pet care.

Carly R. says "Summer cared for my 4 yr old and 1 yr old boys for just under one year's time. We moved away from the area, otherwise we would not be with someone else....

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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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Valparaiso, IN

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
I'm passionate about caring for children, which is why I've worked in childcare for the past two years. I previously worked in a clinic with children with special needs, which taught me patience and a knack for communicating with kids. I am also CPR and First Aid certified. I think children learn best through play, so I ensure...
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Valparaiso, IN

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Hello, I'm Nina! I am currently a student studying psychology and pursuing a career in school/childhood psychology. I have approximately 10 years of care experience ranging from infants to teenagers, elderly care, and pet care. Although I have care experience, I am very willing to learn new things to ensure what specific...
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Valparaiso, IN

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$14/hr
4 years experience
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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Valparaiso, IN

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I've enjoyed working with special needs children for several years now. I know American Sign Language.
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Valparaiso, IN

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
I have over 35 years caregiver/babysitting experience. I also have some experience with special needs children
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Special Education Certified Teacher

Beverly Shores, IN

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$5/hr
10 years experience
I have been a certified special education teacher for over 12 years. I have also worked as a CNA. I am now CPR certified.
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I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Valparaiso, IN

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$14/hr
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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Chesterton, IN

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
hello! I have experience working with special needs children and I have truly found a passion for bonding with all kids. I am still in highschool but I only have a few more months until I graduate! I look forward to bonding with your kids!
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Great With Kids, Fun, Creative, Caring!

Westville, IN

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$18/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
I have 9 years of experience, ranging from Newborns-12 years of age. I can help with Housekeeping and Crafts. I love kids and I'm very great with them. I'm a positive and creative thinker. I'm reliable, understanding. I can help you and your kids out with whatever you need. I have a lot of experience taking care of children. I...
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  • The average post rate is $11.67/hr as of December 2025

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Special Needs Caregivers in La Porte, IN are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 35 listed special needs caregivers

Ji Wun E.

We have been incredibly fortunate to have Ji as our occasional babysitter - she is amazing with my two daughters, ages 9 and 2, and I simply...

- Care member

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

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