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Susan K.

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$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)
from
$15/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
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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South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
25 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
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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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
travel
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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Experienced, Loving, Energetic, Nanny/Personal Care Assistant.

South Bend, IN

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hello, I have successfully raised five wonderful children. I am now blessed with 8 beautiful granddaughters and 1 grandson. I was able to stay home with my children for 20 years which I found to be the most fulfilling position in life so far. I have years of experience with children and would love helping you with yours. I love...
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Certified Nursing Assistant

South Bend, IN

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$15/hr
5 years experience
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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Fun And Loving Part Time Babysitter

South Bend, IN

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$28/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I am Bridget, I am a recent graduate from Purdue University with a degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. I am currently working at the Treehouse at Snowmass Village. I have a large family with three siblings and over 20 cousins, half of which are under 10 years old! I love babysitting and getting to know the...
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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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Ron K.'s Photo

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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South Bend, IN

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Olivia and I am a 23-year-old graduate student in speech pathology from Joliet, IL. I have babysitting and special education preschool experience watching both verbal and nonverbal children
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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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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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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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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South Bend, IN

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have been babysitting for 10 years now. I've babysat for children ages 0-12 years old. I've worked with a special needs child too. I have made meals, taken kids to school, observed nap times, play, and instructional activities. I've taken a babysitting training courses. Ive previously worked in a kindergarten classroom. For...
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South Bend, IN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Marriani, I'm 24 years old, and I've been dedicated to childcare for over 10 years. My background includes roles such as teaching Sunday school, babysitting, working full-time as a nanny, substitute teaching, and assisting children with special needs in the classroom. I truly love working with kids and am...
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Certified Grandpa

South Bend, IN

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Grandfather with years of experience. I have 5 grandchildren I care for on a regular basis as well as my own child that is special needs. I am fun loving, caring and love taking care of children.
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South Bend, IN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My passion has always been helping others, especially caring for children from newborns and up. I would love an opportunity to support you on your parenting journey. Whether you need regular, occasional, emergency childcare, or simply someone to keep your child company. I grew up helping my parent guardian with her in home...
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Loving Nana

South Bend, IN

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$14/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
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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Susan K.'s Photo

South Bend, IN

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
transportation
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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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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.33/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.8

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in South Bend, IN

Special Needs Caregivers in South Bend, IN are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

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.

Laura C.

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...

- Elihu F.

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