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Darra J.

Merrillville, IN

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...
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Experienced Teacher's Assistant - High Energy

Crown Point, IN

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
My background includes two professional positions as a teacher's assistant in preschool as well as in a daycare setting. I have experience working with children with special needs. The range of ages I've worked with is 2 years through school-aged. I enjoy playing games and interacting with children. I am not one to sit on the...
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Merrillville, IN

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
personal care
errands
Hello! I may have limited hands-on experience, but I have a strong interest in caring for elderly individuals, especially those with special needs or autism. I've helped family members and neighbors with tasks like light cleaning, running errands, meal prep, and offering companionship. I'm also comfortable assisting with...
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Riley

Dyer, IN

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hi, my name is Riley and I love being around, taking care of, and interacting with kids! I am a 19-year-old college student and women's basketball player at Purdue Northwest. Along with basketball, I love all kinds of sports. I've had a lot of experience with kids growing up considering my mom is a speech therapist who deals...
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Lansing, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello, my name is Alyssa. I'm a compassionate caregiver with a background in early childhood education and behavior support. For the past six months, I've worked as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and developmental delays. I implement behavior plans, encourage...
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Cedar Lake, IN

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Have experience in the school and home setting. Has crisis management training and positive behavioral support.
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Griffith, IN

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I have a bachelor of science in early childhood education. I am a lead teacher in a 1-year-old room. I work with children ages 1-5. I have also worked with children with special needs.
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Merrillville, IN

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
My two years of childcare/nanny experience has allowed me to support families by providing reliable and excellent care for their children. You will find me to be patient, calm, reliable, trustworthy and kind. I am experienced, professional and college educated. I am comfortable caring for children ages 1-10 with a maximum of two...
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Crown Point, IN

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
I am currently working as a part-time nanny for another family. I have a long history of working with children in a variety of settings including, daycares, residential facilities, mental health counseling, and working as a paraprofessional in the special needs room of the school.
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Merrillville, IN

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hello! My name is Emily . I have 15+ years experience caring for kids as a babysitter, teacher, and instructor. I have a bachelor's degree in music education from Valparaiso University. I enjoy playing and being creative with the children in my care. I have a particular passion for working with children with special needs! I am...
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Munster, IN

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$21/hr
5 years experience
I have over 5 years of experience working with special needs clients. I work at a day facility and side by side in group home facilities. I also have family members with disabilities. I know not every client will be a fit, but it also takes time and patience. In which I'm willing to put forth the effort. Please contact me if you...
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College Educated Nanny

Merrillville, IN

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Jackie and I'm very passionate about what I do. I just graduated this month with a bachelor's degree in elementary education and special education through Western Governor's University. I love kids and have been babysitting since I was 14. I have nannied for multiple families over the years and have excellent...
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Munster, IN

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$23/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
About me: Brazilian, 30 years old. Education: bachelor degree in psychology and certification in behavioral therapy. Languages I speak: Portuguese is my native language, English is my second language and I studied Spanish for 3 years. It's difficult for me to speak Spanish, however, I can understand and follow instructions....
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Highland, IN

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$15/hr
I've been a care provider for the past 10 years. I am currently on team to get my RBT and have worked in clinical and residential settings with children who have behavioral issues, medical issues, and mental delays.
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Special Needs Care Provider

Chicago Heights, IL

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$21/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi My name is Riza 32yrs old Filipino living in sauk village illinois. I love working with senior people or special needs with there daily living activities such as Bathing, shower, help feeding, preparing meals, dressing, med reminders, encouraging exercise, light housekeeping, transferring's, What I love working for them is...
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Cedar Lake, IN

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$14/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am very well educated in what I do I was a LPN and I did not renew my license but I am very well of a lot of medical issues that arise and I can answer plenty of questions for that I'm good at what I do I have excellent references and I enjoy being with teenagers all the way up to senior citizens
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Cedar Lake, IN

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, I am an energetic, fun, kind, and patient individual who loves kids. My pass times include spending quality time with family and friends all while enjoying life to the fullest. In the passed, I have been in a paid nanny position for two years now. I also have experience watching my brother who has special needs and all...

Elizabeth R. says "Hannah was a Godsend for our family. She not only took great care of my kids but she engaged them in a variety of activities and even participated in...

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Energetic, Fun, And Responsible.

Munster, IN

4.8(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I love having fun but also sticking to the rules the parents have set. I recently babysat a family of 3 until they moved away. I've also had experience with special needs children and have tutored. I've grown up with 9 siblings, 5 brothers and 4 sisters, so I do have experience with both genders. I love taking walks to the park...

Linda R. says "First person I've hired that actually listened to how I wanted something done, whether taking care of the children or just running errands! She's always...

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Crown Point, IN

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$13/hr
7 years experience
Hi! I am a fun loving, patient, and reliable person. I work as a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant in the local school systems. I have 8 years of experience working with preschool and school aged children. In my spare time, I enjoy being with my Fiancé and spoiling my miniature goldendoodle, Winston. I am looking for a part...
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Special Needs Care Provider

Munster, IN

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Hello, my name is Lara. I am s single mother of four looking for a fresh start on my next stage in life. I have been a stay at home mother for 16 years and enjoyed every minute. Once my children entered school and no longer needed my assistance, I went back into the work force. I am presently working for the local public school...
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