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Mary Elizabeth E.

Babysitter/Nanny

Notre Dame, IN

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$8/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I enjoy working with children. I have experience working with babies through middle schoolers, and also have experience with individuals who have special needs. I am currently finishing my freshman year. I am a Political Science major with two minors in international security and constitutional studies.
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Have A Nursing Background

Granger, IN

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a nursing background and also a hospice volunteer. I have years of experience caregiving and find it very rewarding.

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

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South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
25 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Nanny and post partum doula. Infants, preemie , toddlers, school age, multiples, overnights , special needs, Cerebral palsy, developmental delays, feeding tubes, total care, Alzheimer's, CNA and HHA licenses. CPR certification, vaccinated.

Care Member says "Sue was a wonderful nanny for our daughter from when she was 7mos until ~18mos old. She was able to manage our daughter's g-tube and then helped us...

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South Bend, IN

4.6(1)
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$15/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
With a tender heart for caregiving, I've spent the last 18 years nurturing children's growth and providing reliable support to families. My boisterous, yet patient personality shines through in the silly games and messy science experiments I love to share with kids of all ages, from infants to teenagers. I am comfortable caring...

Meaghan B. says "Amy watched our 1 and 3 year old full-time and I could depend on her. She was very organized and even took initiative to help dishes and laundry when...

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Full Time Nanny Available Beginning End Of April, 2018

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "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,...

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South Bend, IN

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
I have a son, who was born with a cleft palate and feeding issues. I have experience with sensory processing disorder as well with Autism. My son is on the spectrum and is 5 years old. He is high functioning and now mainstreamed in school. I have the heart for taking care of children with special needs. I look forward to hearing...
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Fun Sitter

Granger, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am the second oldest of seven siblings and I am CPR certified. I've had lots of experience taking care of children of all ages. I did cadet teaching for two years I got to be an assistant teacher. I also did the best buddies program in college and I got to work with special needs kids/adults.

Angel B. says "Adriana is the best babysit we have ever had!!! She has a very calming demeanor that helps my children feel very comfortable around her. When I get home, I...

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South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
25 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Bringing over 3 decades of experience working with children of all ages, I find great joy in supporting families by providing reliable and nurturing childcare. My graduate degree has equipped me with a strong foundation for understanding child development. I am patient, creative, and friendly, and I enjoy playing outdoor games,...

Elihu F. says "Laura was a full-time nanny for a year. She watched two rambunctious kids, kept the house immaculate, and ran the household when I'd travel out of the...

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Loving Nana

South Bend, IN

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$14/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I Have Been A Care For Special Needs Young Adults I Was A Care Giver For 9 Years I Help With My Young Grandkids To The Are They Are Now. I Am Hard Working Dependable With A Dependable Auto. I Can Cook And Clean Willing To Live In If Needed. CPR Training Would Love To Work For A Family For Long Care . Willing To Travel With A...
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South Bend, IN

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
+ 1 more
I am a CNA and home health aide. I have worked in 2 facilities in Elkhart on the Alzheimer's unit and long term care unit. I have worked in the home as well. I currently am helping a lovely gentleman a few mornings a week get up for the day and eat breakfast, take his meds and blood sugars. I also helped his family go through...
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South Bend, IN

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have worked as a teacher, tutor, nanny and housekeeper. I have provided transportation, assisted with homework and creative projects, and taken care of household tasks and meal prep. In addition, I have raised three children of my own. I have over 30 years' experience working with children, persons in the special needs...
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Part-Time Caregiver (Possibly Full-Time)

South Bend, IN

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Travel
I was a nanny for a wonderful little girl for 8 months (the school year). It was by far the best "job" I have ever had. I use the word job lightly because I had so much fun it hardly seemed like work. I started watching her at 4 months old so I do have experience with infants. Sophia was born special needs so I am familiar with...
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South Bend, IN

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$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Nurturing young minds is more than a job for me; it's a passion. My previous babysitting experiences solidified my desire to positively impact children's lives. I'm a creative and friendly caregiver with one year of experience caring for children aged 0-11. I am comfortable caring for up to two children at a time. I have some...
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Your Friendly Passionate Small Human Supervisor

Mishawaka, IN

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! My name is Katie, I'm 23 y/o and working with children is my passion and greatest joy. During most of the year I am a Human Development and Family Science major at the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill. However, I'm currently back in Mishawaka, IN staying with my mom through the middle of June and I'm looking for...
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South Bend, IN

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I'd describe my personality as funny lovely and caring and I make sure to do help people out when they need at
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Registered Behavior Technician

Mishawaka, IN

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Prior RBT certified , currently working for a company that specializes in the who child health of individuals with autism. Looking for part time extra hours.
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Niles, MI

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$14/hr
1 year experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi I'm Endyia, I've worked with special needs adults for over a year and currently working part time at a nursing home. I specialize in providing companionship, cooking, and light housekeeping to help seniors maintain their independence at home. I pride myself on being patient and building trusted, long-term relationships. I am...
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Experienced Caretaker For Any Age , Tom

South Bend, IN

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
I'm here to help you take care of your loved ones. From doctor appointments, errands , pet care, playing games , church , miscellaneous outings to helping on household tasks I'm available to help. I have a newer suv , perfect driving record and I'm a non smoker. As well I have 2 special needs adult kids and have experience with...
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South Bend, IN

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for! My 3 years of childcare experience, coupled with my work in a preteen ward at a mental hospital, have prepared me to provide nurturing care. I am patient, calm, creative, and imaginative. I'm comfortable caring for up to four children of all ages. I have First...
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South Bend, IN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello. I've been assisting individuals with special needs over 20 years. I looking forward to speaking with you about caring/assisting your loved one.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Notre Dame, IN

Special Needs Caregivers in Notre Dame, IN are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Susan Q.

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

- Bob E.

Susan K.

Sue was a wonderful nanny for our daughter from when she was 7mos until ~18mos old. She was able to manage our daughter's g-tube and then...

- Care member

Amy E.

Amy watched our 1 and 3 year old full-time and I could depend on her. She was very organized and even took initiative to help dishes and...

- Meaghan B.

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