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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Valparaiso, IN
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Valparaiso, IN
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Hello! I am a fun, caring and reliable babysitter/tutor with over 15 years of experience working with children of all ages. I have a B. A. in Human Development and Family Studies from Purdue University Northwest. A couple years ago, I worked as a Site Leader for the Hobart Family YMCA after school program where I was responsible...
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Hello, my name is Elizabeth. I am 22 years old and have 7+ years of experience with young children. I am easygoing but can be firm when I need to be. I've enjoyed working with children since I was 12. I'm creative, fun, and have a personality that most kids just can't resist. (I'm also good with most pets!)
In recent years I...
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"Elizabeth is an exceptional nanny! We couldn’t have asked for a better person to care for our children. Elizabeth is extremely detail oriented and thorough. Saying she goes “above and beyond” would be an...
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-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...
Hailey R.
Valparaiso, IN
$14-19/hr • 4 yrs exp
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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...
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Hi I'm abbey, I'm 23 and I'm in my senior year of Nursing school to receive my BSN, RN. I currently have my CNA license and I'm CPR, OSHA, and HIPPA certified. I've done numerous clinical on site rotations and have worked with rapid response, behavioral med, rehab, ICU and NICU. I'm currently taking 15 credit hours of school so...
Haily C.
Valparaiso, IN
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I've been a paraprofessional to kids with moderate to severe special needs since August of 2022. I absolutely love what I do and seeing the kids meet their goals and the joy that they have makes what I do worth every second.
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I have worked as a DSP caring for and helping with ADL's. Med certification have held CPI certification I also have CPR and first aid Certification. Have provided personal care and Job assistance and training
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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
Alyssa A.
Valparaiso, IN
$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I'm Alyssa, a 21-year-old semi professional caregiver with experience in student teaching, special needs work and disability work. I was a student teacher in a variety of classroom settings which has allowed me to experience caring for children from all walks of life. I'd love to help out your family!
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I've enjoyed working with special needs children for several years now. I know American Sign Language.
Kelley K.
Valparaiso, IN
$24-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny And Caregiver Seeking New Family To Work With In Northwest Indiana
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Hello, my name is Kelley. I worked for Batavia IL public schools for 15 years with special needs children. I am also a mother of two girls ages 30 and 26. My husband and I moved to Valparaiso in October 2023. I have worked with children ages newborn thru 15 years of age over a period of 21 years and cant imagine doing anything...
Jacquelynn M.
Valparaiso, IN
$15-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Having volunteered at schools like Central Elementary, Elementary, I've gained valuable experience with children, including those with special needs. As an aunt to a7-year-old and an8-year-old, one of whom is non-verbal autistic, I understand the importance of patience and empathy.
Megan M.
Valparaiso, IN
$12-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello! I'm Megan, I am 22 years old and I am currently a senior nursing major. I love kids and have been babysitting and working in my church's youth ministry for many years. I worked at a special needs park district for 2 years and I have experience working in a hospital as well. I am CPR/First Aid certified. I love being...
Renee K.
Valparaiso, IN
$39/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. Though I prefer to focus on childcare. I am a retired Peds/NICU RN. I have worked with children and infants my whole career. I very much miss caring for and interacting with children and their families. Having retired nearly 2years ago, I am finding...
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Hello! My name is Jadyn, I'm a 21-year-old female living in the Valparaiso area while I finish my bachelor's degree in geography. I'm looking for a more productive way to spend my extra down time as my class schedule is very light. Therefore, I can be pretty flexible throughout the week! I also have reliable transportation. I...
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Hello I have over 10 years of experience and over all just love being around kids. I have 4 kids, 3boys 1 girl, age 12, 11 and 9 and the baby is a 20 months old. My 11-year-old has special needs so I'm experienced in that area as well. I know how important it is to find someone you can trust and rely on. I have cared for my...
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I currently attended school a Purdue Northwest for nursing. I recently worked as an ABA therapist at Life Strategies (center for autistic children). I'm CPR certified I love being around kids and having fun. I'm available most week days depending on my class schedule. I'm experienced with babies, toddlers, kids, twins and kids...
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My whole life I've been the oldest sibling. So, that came with the responsibility to mature very fast and care for all of my younger siblings. I've watched them since I was young and that always stuck around considering I still have younger siblings aging from 10-14 that I still care for at times. Also, my mom and her friend...
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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...
Haily C.
Valparaiso, IN
$12-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have 5 years of experience. I've gone from watching my younger siblings, to volunteering at a preschool, to working with elementary age students for before/afterschool care, and most recently I started working with kids with special needs.
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