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Hi my name is Hailey. I have 9 years of experience, and experience taking care of a child with special needs. I can help around the house, running errands, carpooling, and homework.
Tom P. says "Hailey is very mature and dependable. She asked the best questions and I could instantly tell that I could depend on her to care for my children! Highly...
-Experience as both a preschool teacher and early intervention behavioral therapist (special education) -BS in Psychology, with minors in biology and music. -Certified Early Childhood Education Master Teacher (California) -Certified PRT: Level 1. Training and experience in other ABA methods as well -Certified Paramedic (not...
I have my Child Development Associates credential and also have experience working with children who are special needs , I have also taken several courses in teaching and helping children and adolescence with special needs. I am most familiar working and tutoring children and adolescents with ADHD , Autism, and Down Syndrome. I...
I have worked primarily with adults at an organization for individuals with disabilities for 5 years, with lots of experience with all different types of disabilities. It brings me joy to care for those who have special and specific needs!
I am a paraprofessional educator and have worked in a local middle school for 3.5 years. I worked in the special needs classroom and have assisted many children with various disabilities and special needs. I substitute teach and have worked with children with Autism as well as other conditions. I am currently attending Purdue...
My sister has special needs. She was non-verbal as a kid and had decreased motor function. To me she is my older sister by 2 and a half years, but to her I am "big brother". Disability has never been the inability to do something. For my sister, she is musically inclined, plays viola, has perfect-pitch, and a fantastic memory....
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Mom of 4, 2 with special needs. Over 15 years of experience with autism. I have one that is high function and another is low function. Available during the day time to assist other families with similar life challenges
I have been working with the special needs population for over 10 years! Currently, I am working as a behavior technician helping autistic children and their families in the household
I am a highschool student. I am really good with kids. I have a car and my drivers license. Looking for after school child care I can also drive to after school practices and pick children up from school
I started working with kids when I started watching my little brother and now my family and family friends hires me when they...
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I have over 35 years caregiver/babysitting experience. I also have some experience with special needs children
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I am a School Nurse by day and comfortable with children whom have special needs. Can care for children with diabetes, G-tubes, catheters etc.
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Hi my name is Bridget, I am 38 and a mother of a wonderful 10-year-old girl and a 1-year-old. I have worked with special needs children for over 18 years . I decided to let that job go to be home with my daughter when she started pre-k. Fast forward 5 years she is know going into forth grade and would love to get back to working...
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I used to babysit a 3 and 7-year-old for about a year. Since then I have received my certification in CPR and first aid training. I just recently received my CNA license as well :) I sometimes help out with my sisters friends children who have special needs. I absolutely love children and will do whatever I can in my power to...
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Hi! My name is Laney, and I have been babysitting for 6 years. I am currently a student at Ball State University studying Speech-Language Pathology. I have experience working with children of all ages, including children with special needs, and I truly enjoy creating a safe, fun, and caring environment for kids. I am CPR and...
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I have been doing patient care for over 47 years with experience in dementia care, child care, special needs of any type and am CPR certified. My mother was an amputee and step father had alzheimers. I have always been very compassionate and dedicated to my patient's care and needs.
I am currently studying Physical Therapy. I have completed clinical rotations at LaPorte Hospital, Pulaski Memorial Hospital, and Munster Med Inn. I have extensive clinical experience working with inpatient, outpatient, neuro, ortho, pediatrics, geriatrics, and home health care. I have worked with a wide variety of diagnosis,...
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I am a mother of 4 and I have always had a love for helping those that need it. I was a home health aid and used to work for a company that helps those with developmental disabilities achieve independence and promote choice. With this I have had to play many roles. I aide with transportation, hygiene, cooking, shopping, provide...
Care Member says "Iris is an amazing person and open to providing quality care for people when they need it most!"
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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...
I am a substitute teacher for a nearby school district. I have been a nanny for several years. I have experience working with special needs and all ages. I am a nonsmoker, have my own transportation , and can provide references.
Nicole J. says "The kids love her! I can trust her to always have my kids best interest in mind."
Paraprofessional And Former Pediatric Nurse Looking For Nanny Position
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I have lived in the US for the past 9 years where I have worked as a paraprofessional . There I provide care for a broad array of special needs students. Before that time I worked as a pediatric nurse for five years in Taiwan. I am CPR Pediatric Certified and I have been learning and using sign language in my current job. I am...
Care Member says "We have been incredibly fortunate to have Ji as our occasional babysitter - she is amazing with my two daughters, ages 9 and 2, and I simply cannot...
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The average posted rate is $15.00/hr as of July 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 3.0
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Special Needs Caregivers in Valparaiso, IN are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Hailey P.
Hailey is very mature and dependable. She asked the best questions and I could instantly tell that I could depend on her to care for my...
- Tom P.
Iris M.
Iris is an amazing person and open to providing quality care for people when they need it most!
- Care member
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.
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