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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
Michigan City, IN
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10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
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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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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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I have had both the pleasure and honor of being a nanny/babysitter for the past 15 years. My experience is with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old in a home setting. Most recently I have been caring for a special needs child on the autism spectrum for the past 3 1/2 years who just turned 6 years old. I considered him...
Andrea G. says "Kim was absolutely wonderful with my son. She is extremely loving, reliable, and flexible. After, 3 1/2 years we considered her part of our family....
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I am a reliable and experienced nanny and childcare provider with a strong background in both home and daycare settings. I've cared for children of all ages-from infants to school-aged-and have supported children with disabilities and special needs, including developmental delays, sensory processing challenges, and behavioral...
Malachi T. says "Very reliable, good with last minute or date nights "
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10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
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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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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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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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I have my education degree in Elementary Education. I am the oldest of a family of 6 and took care of my younger siblings. I raised 4 kids and am a grandmother now. I worked in a private day care for 12 years. I am currently a direct care support person for the special needs.
Dementia
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I am currently working with the special needs. I have worked with senior citizens and have done housekeeping, transportation to doctor's appointments and outings. I have a CPR and first aid certification.
My desire to work in a special needs position comes from my own life experiences. Growing up with two siblings with special needs shaped my understanding, patience, and compassion from an early age. Supporting them and advocating for their needs has always been a natural part of my life. Professionally, I have carried this...
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hello! I have experience working with special needs children and I have truly found a passion for bonding with all kids. I am in college and work most weekdays, but im available for school breaks and weekends!
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Hi, I'm Nichole. I'm new to the area and seeking my next babysitting opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in the midwest. As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. So, naturally, I turned to childcare as a profession at the age...
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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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Nurturing children and watching them blossom has always been a passion of mine. I am a mother to five children ages 18, 17, 14, 12, and 5. My youngest is autistic and speech delayed so I do have experience with special needs as well! With over 18 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, I...
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I worked as a nanny for three years during high school, providing care for three children between the ages of 6 and 11. In this role, I managed daily routines, transported them to extracurricular activities, and provided academic support, including tutoring the youngest child.
I also have experience supporting children with...
Hello, my name is Amanda. I am 22 years old. I just had a baby in March 2023 and looking for extra cash. My schedule is flexible due to having the help of family members watching him! I am very outgoing and love to hunt and fish. I love pets (all types) I have watched kids for a few years now all different ages. I have been a...
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...
I have been a certified special education teacher for over 12 years. I have also worked as a CNA. I am now CPR certified.
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The average post rate is $17.21/hr as of April 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0
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Special Needs Caregivers in Valparaiso, IN are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
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.
Alyssia J.
The kids love her! I can trust her to always have my kids best interest in mind.
- Nicole J.
Ji Wun E.
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...
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