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Victoria A.


Niles, MI

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello everyone! My name is Victoria (Tori) I have many years of experience working with children and adults with special needs. In high school (2011-2012) I created a progrm. a group of students that mentor and turtor young children with high and low functioning autism. The program is still active to this day. In 2016 I moved...
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Amber C.


Niles, MI

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

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I have experience of all types! I have taken care of children with autism, adults who are completely or partially paralyzed. I am a very patient person and love to have the opportunity to make someone's day and help.

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Hi, while I was in high school I was able to only go half a day so the other half I went and helped people with disabilities/ autism / speech delays , etc . Looking forward to helping your families
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Kristin C.


Niles, MI

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part/Full-time Babysitter and Housekeeper

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I'm 27 yrs old. Newly married with a 6-year-old. I've been around children of all ages my whole life. I used to watch a 6 yr old and a newborn at the age of 15 over the summer. I did the cleaning, cooking, and laundry as well. I have 5 younger siblings from the ages of 7-12 yrs old which I usually end up watching for my parents....
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Kim C.


Niles, MI

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny And Mother

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I have nearly 30 years experience working with children. I was previously a nanny to 4 children for 10 years. Spent many years as a veterinary assistant and zookeeper. And went back to working with children. I was a lead preschool teacher for 7 years. I am now a paraprofessional in special education, and hope to retire in this...
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Kristen B.


Niles, MI

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Located In Niles

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Mom to a 3-month-old who would need to accompany me for the time being Job experience Camp counselor Gymnastics coach Babysat special needs Nursery volunteer at church Case manager for ages 5-16 Life guard Taught swim lessons for kids ages 4-10
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Chloe F.


Niles, MI

$12-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Chloe! I'm Excited To Get Back Into Child Care And Pursue Something I Enjoy.

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I'd describe my personality as creative, responsible and, caring. I started working with kids when I was 14 years old professionally, before that I'd watch family members kids. In my spare time, I like to play video games, work on creative projects and stay up to date with current global events One thing you should know...
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Susan Q.


Granger, IN

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Have A Nursing Background

5.0

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I have a nursing background and also a hospice volunteer. I have years of experience caregiving and find it very rewarding.
5.0
"My wife (who has ALZ) loved Susan. Very compassionate and caring person. Always on time and with a positive attitude."

Reviewed by Bob E.

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Jordan K.


Granger, IN

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Jordan, I Am 19 Years Old.

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While I was in high school I took classes at IUSB that allowed me to be a Student Teacher an elementary school. Along with that I have been a babysitter for years, a swim lesson instructor since I was 15, and a peer leader intern in high school (worked with kids with special needs.)
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Alyssa R.


South Bend, IN

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

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I have 5 years of experience in a long term care facility where I took care of many individuals with various medical conditions. I recently began home care providing tracheotomy care, g-tube care, and blood sugar checks along with giving insulin. I am confident in learning about new conditions as I continue my education in the...
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Tserha V.


Berrien Center, MI

$50-60/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver With A Pediatric Nurse And Kindergarten Teaching Background.

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I have plenty of experience working with both mainstream and special needs in various settings, special schools, hospitals and orphanages abroad as a volunteer. I am compassionate, knowledgeable, kind hearted, punctual and God fearing.
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Destiny M.


South Bend, IN

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

SLPA/ Nanny, Special needs caregiver

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Hello, I'm Destiny! I am a recent SLP graduate student from Indiana University South Bend. I will be going to school in the spring to become a CCC-SLP. During this time, I wanted a job that I could have simultaneously while earning my masters degree. I have been a member of Care since 2018, and had great reviews (but was logged...
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Ruth S.


Granger, IN

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Always Listening, Always Caring

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While my background is in higher education (Ed. D), I have worked in the healthcare field with seniors and individuals with disabilities for 20+ years in various roles (as CNA, DSP, and in Management). In the last 4-years, and throughout the Covid-19 pandemic season, I lived with, cared for, and managed the overall health and...
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Madison C.


Notre Dame, IN

$16-35/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi! I'm Madison, an Arizona native and student at the University of Notre Dame studying developmental psychology and education! At ND I conduct developmental psychopathology research, working with children with emotional regulation issues and other psychopathologies. During my time in Arizona, I worked with children of all...
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Violet M.


Notre Dame, IN

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, I Am Violet!

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I am currently attending Saint Mary's College. I am in the nursing program, and planning to graduate with a bachelors in nursing. In the fall I will be a sophomore. I was a caregiver for the Bandar family, entrusted with the care of their three children, twin boys, aged two, and an 8-year-old boy. I provided childcare services,...
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Tina C.


Granger, IN

$25/hr4 yrs exp

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I have many years of experience with mostly Autism. I worked with a young man through his freshman and sophomore years. I worked as an ABA therapist for almost 2 years. I so love working with special needs because it is so rewarding.
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Elizabeth W.


South Bend, IN

$12-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I have over 26 years assisting special needs individuals. I have experience from working in group homes, home care, and day programs.
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Tiffany C.


Elkhart, IN

$15-25/hr20 yrs exp

Loving, Stay-at-home-Mom Looking To Provide Care

4.9

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Hello there! I love children and I would love to care for yours; read on to see if we are a perfect fit. I am a 37-year-old married, fun-loving, and Christian woman and I have more than 20 years of paid experience in child care. I have my own safe, reliable transportation and I do not smoke, drink or curse. I was a CNA with...
4.0
"Tiffany watched our children while we were in town visiting family and did a great job entertaining three toddlers in a hotel for the evening. I would recommend Tiffany. She was sweet, calm, and my three...

Reviewed by Maria W.

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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available Beginning End Of April, 2018

5.0

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My life has been around children. I was the neighborhood sitter in my youth. I have been a nanny in South Bend and Chicago. I have experience as a postpartum doula working with multiples. I also have experience with special needs children, having worked at a Rosie Place(respite care for medically fragile children in South...
5.0
"Sue was not only caring and well-versed in child learning & development, but she was super fun!! She made my husband and I feel comfortable from day 1, and my daughter loved her time with Sue. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Allie Z.


Saint Joseph, MI

$17/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi, my name is Allie! I started working with kids when I was around 12. I have been around children all my life with younger siblings/ foster siblings and learning from my mom how to nurture children of different ages, backgrounds, and abilities, as I have multiple foster sibling(who have experienced trauma) and a brother with...
5.0
"Allie was always patient and gentle with our two toddlers."

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Niles, MI

Susan Q.

5.0

My wife (who has ALZ) loved Susan. Very compassionate and caring person. Always on time and with a positive attitude.

- Bob E.

Tiffany C.

5.0

Very sweet and gentle. You can tell she loves the little ones :) arrives on time and sends updates on how they're doing

- Theresa H.

Susan K.

5.0

Sue was not only caring and well-versed in child learning & development, but she was super fun!! She made my husband and I feel comfortable from day 1, and my daughter loved her time with Sue.

- Care member

Allie Z.

5.0

Allie was always patient and gentle with our two toddlers.

- Care member

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