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Navjot D.

Indianapolis, IN

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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Highly dependable and adaptable house manager and a babysitter with an exemplary record of parent and child satisfaction. Able to respond quickly and creatively to unusual or difficult child care situations. Flexible scheduling availability to include all days, evenings, and some weekends experienced with ages from infants -13...
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Nice To Meet You!

Avon, IN

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Rylee is a Registered Behavior Technician/therapist who lives in Avon, Indiana. She acquired her certification in 2023, but has been working with neuro divergent and neurotypical children alike for almost 5 years. Rylee is willing to complete housework such as dishes, laundry and cleanup. She believes that the key to success is...
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Practically Perfect In Every Way

Indianapolis, IN

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
Are you looking for a temporary nanny in July or August? Maybe your current nanny is going on vacation? Maybe you are having a baby and want a night nanny so you can sleep do you can be the rock star during the day? Whatever your reason, I can help! As a career nanny with over 20 years experience , I am confident in my ability...
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Professional Support Aide

Indianapolis, IN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
companionship
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Hello! I have 10 plus years of Nanny/Elderly Care experience ranging from infants to our beloved parents. I am very passionate about my work/career as well as being reliable. I also have experience with Special Needs, medical equipment, and I'm in the medical field. Some of my qualifications are: Homecare, Daycare, Facility...

Care Member says "Sherry babysat our 10 month old and we had so much fun knowing Emma was in good hands with her! She was on time and handled our baby’s newfound...

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Indianapolis, IN

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Registered Nurse | Experienced Caregiver | Flexible Evenings, Weekends & Overnights I'm Mackenzie, a 30-year-old RN Case Manager in Indianapolis with years of experience in inpatient/beside nursing, childcare, senior care, special needs support, and pet care. Oldest of five kids, reliable, and compassionate--with plenty of...

Kim W. says "Mackenzie was a natural fit into our family from day 1. She's warm, caring and very good with children and pets. She is extremely dependable. She often times...

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Indianapolis, IN

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
I began babysitting for pay at 10 years old. I have experience in babysitting infants, children with behavioral issues, children with physical disabilities, and children with dietary restrictions. I have babysat and nannied twins along with their siblings. I was approved to babysit foster children in Idaho and I have a current...

Kelly P. says "Courtney has been the BEST! The only reason we are letting her go is because we are moving out of state. We would keep Courtney for the next 5 years. I...

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Indianapolis, IN

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
Longtime childcare professional with a passion for facilitating education and growth in young children. 13 years experience as full-time nanny, pre-kindergarten teacher, infant teacher, babysitter. Knowledgeable on child development and age appropriate expectations. Experienced with special needs including ADHD and type 1...

Chelsea C. says "We can't say enough good things about Ashley. She originally going to be with us for several months, but then life changed that. She was with us for 6...

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Danville, IN

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi my name is Shiryl! Are you still looking for special needs care? I have two children, 11 and 21. My 11-year-old was born with special needs. He has autism spectrum disorder. I have volunteer experience working with adult men and women teaching life skills. I worked as a social worker for the Department of Social Services,...

John J. says "Shiryl is a great caregiver, very caring and professional, she cared for our son's special needs and she is very compassionate. She planned educational...

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Special Needs Caregiver

Indianapolis, IN

3.0(0)
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$10/hr
I am experienced in working with elementary and middle school-aged children with special needs. I have extensive experience working with kids. I spent many summers working as a special needs-focused camp counselor and worked at an after school care center for 4 years with children of varying abilities.
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Part-time/ Full-time/ Overnight Caregiver/Babysitter/Nanny/Educator Available

Indianapolis, IN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have cared for children of all ages (infancy through high school), and of various abilities (struggling to gifted). I am creative and energetic, and I really enjoy being with children. I am a former elementary school teacher with 15 + years teaching, homeschooling and tutoring in multi-grade settings with special needs...

Care Member says "Monica was very professional. She did a great job communicating with me about my son’s needs and accommodating him in the ways he needed. I will...

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Child Care And Special Needs Experience With BS In Elementary Education

Indianapolis, IN

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have worked with children who range from infancy to high school age and from struggling to gifted (twice exceptional) learners. I have done in-home and clients' home overnight care of children and household management. I love being with children! I have accommodated families' wishes and behavior plans. Former elementary school...

Michael S. says "Organized, structured, caring, and dependable are just a few words that can be used to describe Monica. She cared for my high functioning autistic son...

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Experienced, Mature Caregiver With Background In Nursing And Special Needs

Greenwood, IN

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Nurturing, care giving and educating are my passions! In addition to my personal experience as the mother of 4 boys (17, 15, 15 & 13 y. o.) I am a retired RN, and have 20+ years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. I truly enjoy caring for children of all ages and stages of development. Having...
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Safety And Fun Are #1!

Indianapolis, IN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm Vanessa and I love working with people of all ages & pets too! I can walk dogs, pet sit all kinds of pets, drive older kiddos, run errands, you name it! I have availability day and night. My schedule is flexible, which allows me to accept last minute/short duration requests or stay longer when needed. I do have...

Care Member says "Vanessa has helped me with my two children from supervising, transportation needs and various activities. She had a good energy, fun and very...

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Indianapolis, IN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Transportation
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
I have 30 years experience with the elderly and disabled. I have worked in group homes, nursing homes and hospitals. I have personally worked in people homes helping with cleaning, meal prep, errands, Dr. appointments and bathing. I am presently working part time with an autistic man and I also clean houses. I had been married...

Care Member says "Very kind, compassionate and caring. "

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Fun And Responsible Babysitter

Beech Grove, IN

5.0(1)
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$12/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have been babysitting since I was around 14 years old. Among other jobs, I have always had babysitting jobs on the side, ranging from infants to middle school children. I also regularly volunteer with the special needs community, so I am very comfortable working with someone who has special needs. I grew up in a family of six,...

Samantha N. says "Annie was incredibly reliable and very punctual! My son absolutely adored her, she did so good with him, I honestly couldn't have asked for a better...

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Special Needs Services 3 Years Experience

Indianapolis, IN

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a lot of experience with children and adults with special needs. I am very passionate about what I do.

Jeff N. says "I broke my foot 2 months ago and was not moving well 2 weeks later, and I lived up 2 flights of steps. I hired Sandra and she was fantastic, did all the...

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Indianapolis, IN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been a substitute teacher. I also have worked as a paraprofessional for a special needs child. I'm a non- smoker. I am an animal lover, but allergic to cats I have been a care giver for nearly 40 years. I have a bachelor's degree in elementary education and I have my clinical hours in CNA skills. I have 7 years...

Care Member says "Denise was a great employee. She took care of people with dementia. She is dependable, caring, patient and wonderful! I wish she was close enough to me...

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Friend To Special Needs Adults And Children

Indianapolis, IN

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have had experience caring for disabled adults and children with special needs! I have CPR and FirstAid certifications through the Red Cross, I provide transportation, house-keeping, and specialize in art and play! If you have a crafty child or adult, then I would be a perfect fit for your family. I have a lot of love to give,...
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Greenwood, IN

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I've been watching special-needs children in the past. I ran the house with four special-needs girls. It was a 24 hour house and I took care of everything. Also, I had two boys of my own that I stayed at home with and did everything and I now have two grandbabies that I take care of one is 6 months old and one's autistic. He's 2...
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Indianapolis, IN

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have worked as a respite care provider for the last 2 years. I have experience in special needs care. I am currently in college and working towards becoming a pediatric occupational therapist.
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Sherry E.

Sherry babysat our 10 month old and we had so much fun knowing Emma was in good hands with her! She was on time and handled our baby’s...

- Care member

Mackenzie D.

Mackenzie was a natural fit into our family from day 1. She's warm, caring and very good with children and pets. She is extremely...

- Kim W.

Courtney P.

Courtney has been the BEST! The only reason we are letting her go is because we are moving out of state. We would keep Courtney for the...

- Kelly P.

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