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Savannah J.

Saint John, IN

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$17/hr
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
I love working with kids. I think it's truly amazing how you get to watch these kids grow and do new things. I'm 18 years of age. I've worked with kids with special needs before to and I find the joy and working with any type of kid.
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Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!

Munster, IN

4.5(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years years old for children ages birth to 13 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and ADHD also. I have worked with children through sports camps and have taught Sunday School for years too. I am passionate about caring for children and love being a part...

Maria W. says "We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids. "

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Griffith, IN

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
About myself & my philosophies for child care: *Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education *Past experiences include: one on one pre-K teacher, daycare Pre-K teacher, mothers helper, nanny. *Home is the first and most important classroom. I focus on emotional learning and problem solving along with the basics. *Learning...

Katelyn T. says "Kaylie was on time and very courteous. She was interested in our rules in regards to our children and wanted to follow our routines. The kids were safe...

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Caregiver - Teacher And Mother

Griffith, IN

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently a stay at home mom looking for part time work. For many years I worked within the public schools and taught modify behavior within the special education curriculum. I also have several years experience being a caregiver for Seniors as well with people who have developmental disabilities, from severe to moderate. I...

Mari G. says "I have known Christy since 1990. She is not only a friend of mine, but I have relied on her to watch my children and transport them on several occasions....

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Merrillville, IN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Jackie and I absolutely love kids. I have a bachelor's degree in special education as well as elementary education through western governors university. I have been babysitting since about age 14 and have loved it ever since. I've had 5 years experience with special needs and also 6 years experience overall. I...

Cheryl P. says "Jackie is a kind and gentle young lady. She is very conscientious and hard working and will complete assigned tasks timely and with enthusiasm. Jackie...

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My Passion

Merrillville, IN

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
errands
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a certified nursing assistant with 11 years of experience. My experience is diverse with a combination of hospital, home health and long-term care. In 2021, I was inspired to start a business in home health care after the passing of my grandmother who had Alzheimer's disease. I pride myself in working hard and am...

Shavon F. says "Darra is amazing! She helped my mom who was in home hospice with dementia during the final weeks of her life. Darra is very skilled and knowledgeable. She...

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Fun Sitter & Smile Creator

Highland, IN

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
My name is Yasmeen I'm a full time nanny with 7 years experience working with children ages 8 months to school age. I worked in ABA for 4 years as an RBT, 2 years in a classroom with kindergarten & 1st graders & this past year as a full time nanny with children ages 8 months to 7 years old. I've taken several classes in early...
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Patient And Fun-loving Caregiver

Munster, IN

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
errands
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello everyone, my name is Julie I've worked as a caregiver for over 10 years and with special needs now for over 6 years and have learned a lot in my time as a caregiver. I've worked with clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, special needs, and disabilities. Walking assistance and guidance assistance whether it is with a gait...
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Crown Point, IN

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Worked with children that have special needs at the Special Education Learning Facility of Porter County as a paraprofessional since January 2024. My room I was in specialized in kids grades kindergarten to third grade with autism that are nonverbal.
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Play Expert And Oxytocin Maker

Crown Point, IN

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 24 years of experience working with infant-11-year-old with and without special needs from 1992-2016 when I took a lactation job at Evanston hospital. I have worked in the TMH department working with special needs children from 3-10 yo ; infants, 3-5-year-olds; taught preschool, and was a site director for the YMCA from...
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Experienced & Compassionate Caregiver

Crown Point, IN

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$15/hr
8 years experience
I have almost 10 years of experience working with children, most of which have been as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) working directly with children with developmental disabilities (including but not limited to diagnoses on the autism spectrum, down syndrome, and ADHD) and physical disabilities (including but not limited...
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Childcare Provider With Teaching Background

Crown Point, IN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
I am a Kindergarten teacher with 11 years teaching experience. Prior to becoming a teacher I was a nanny and tutor. I have recently become a mom and I am looking to step away from education for awhile so I can be his primary caregiver. Throughout my teaching career I was ranked as highly effective by the state of Indiana. I also...
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Beecher, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I can be described at genuine, compassionate and patient. I currently work as a paraprofessional at a high school with kids with special needs.
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Cedar Lake, IN

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am looking to watch a young child out of my home as has I have a baby of my own. I am an experienced nanny who has worked in a paid position for two years. I also have experience watching my brother who has special needs and all the challenges that can bring. Not only did I have to be on my toes 24/7, but I had to have immense...
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Experienced, Kind, And Fun Nanny

Cedar Lake, IN

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$16/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Errands. I have 5 years of nanny experience. I have experience with infants up to pre-teens as far as nannying goes. I also have 4 years of experience working in schools as a paraprofessional. I worked in an intense special needs room at high school level for...
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Cedar Lake, IN

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$12/hr
10 years experience
I have been taking care of people for the last 15 years. I started with autistic child and have gone all the way to end of life care. I am familiar with all types of people and fully enjoy taking care of people that need my assistance. I am patient and hands on. I can help with anything. I love taking care a child who needs...
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Griffith, IN

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$16/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi! I am 20 years old from Griffith, Indiana and a full time physical therapy student at IUN. I have always loved children starting at a young age when my mother started her nannying career. I learned from watching her over the years and helping her with children of all ages including those with special needs. I spent my high...
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Munster, IN

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$10/hr
I have 12 years of babysitting experience with children with special needs. One is developmentaly delayed due to seizures. I have worked with Deaf children as well. I have also babysat a child with celiac and another with asthma.
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Highland, IN

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am an experienced and caring childcare provider with five years of hands-on experience, including working with children with special needs. As a parent myself, I understand the importance of creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can thrive. I also hold a degree in Disability Studies, which has...
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Certified Nursing Assistant

Steger, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is heather I have been a c n a for 16 years and have been doing home care 18 years. I have a clean back ground current CPR card . I am on the nursing registry for both Illinois and Indiana in good standings. I am responsible, caring, compassionate and reliable. services I provide include but are not limited to...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Saint John, IN

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

Jenna R.

We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids.

- Maria W.

Kaylie T.

Kaylie was on time and very courteous. She was interested in our rules in regards to our children and wanted to follow our routines. The...

- Katelyn T.

Christy A.

I have known Christy since 1990. She is not only a friend of mine, but I have relied on her to watch my children and transport them on...

- Mari G.

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