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Madyson is very reliable, patient and informative. She has a sweet and gentle personality, which helped my kids warm up to her instantly.…

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She is lovely! Very dependable and great with children.

Review for Meredith S. by Care member

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…

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Special needs caregivers in Wakarusa, IN

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Madyson L.


South Bend, IN

$13-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. My years of babysitting have solidified my love for childcare. I'm a patient, calm, and creative individual with five years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I believe in open and honest communication with...
Madyson can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Madyson is very reliable, patient and informative. She has a sweet and gentle personality, which helped my kids warm up to her instantly. They always ask when she can come back. Whenever she cares for them she makes sure they do what they need to do and gives me...

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Meredith S.


Elkhart, IN

$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny!

3.7

(3)

Hello there! I am a 25-year-old with more than 10 years of experience in babysitting. I also nannied my niece and nephew (at the time ages 1 and 2. 5) during the pandemic for about a year. These positions have taught me so much about working with children in general, and especially those who have special needs! I am CPR, first...
Meredith can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is lovely! Very dependable and great with children. "

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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

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.
5.0
"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 transition her to food full-time, which took so much care and patience. She was loving, perceptive, and one of the...

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I am a mom of two daughters. One is 10 and the other is three. My youngest is on the ASD spectrum so I have experience in that as well. I engaged and due to be married in October. With a special needs kid I am looking for a part time job.
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Sarah S.


South Bend, IN

$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Friendly, Caring Companion With Experience

hello! I am a 22-year-old college student currently finishing my psychology degree at Indiana University South and starting graduate school for occupational therapy in fall 2022! I worked as a camp counselor at a summer camp for individuals with special needs from 2014 through 2019 and as a direct support professional with Logan...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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Jordan K.


Granger, IN

$15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Jordan, I Am 19 Years Old.

While I was in high school I took classes at IUSB that allowed me to be a Student Teacher an elementary school. Along with that I have been a babysitter for years, a swim lesson instructor since I was 15, and a peer leader intern in high school (worked with kids with special needs.)
Jordan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Sarah M.


Edwardsburg, MI

$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Motivated, caring Mother of 3. I am a Special Education paraprofessional and substitute teacher in an area school district. -Patient and understanding, with a calm and gentle demeanor - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Passionate about supporting children/adults/elderly with diverse needs and abilities. -Clean...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, respite care, meal prep, errands, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Tom R.


South Bend, IN

$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Grandpa

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.
Tom can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Tom R.


South Bend, IN

$17/hr • 3 yrs exp

Experienced Caretaker For Any Age , Tom

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...
Tom can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
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Sarah M.


Edwardsburg, MI

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Highly motivated and caring Mother of three, paraprofessional and substitute teacher with experience working with children of diverse abilities, including those with Autism and disabilities. Professional Experience: Paraprofessional and Substitute Teacher at a Local School District. Support students with Autism and...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Whitney R.


Goshen, IN

$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Care Giver Available

I am credentialed as a Mental Health Therapist and have worked with children with various special needs. I have worked in community Mental Health settings as well as schools. I have been a therapist, case manager and paraprofessional. I love working with kids who have special needs because they are often overlooked by others. I...
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Katherine G.


Mishawaka, IN

$18-23/hr • 7 yrs exp

Your Friendly Passionate Small Human Supervisor

Hi! My name is Katie, I'm 23 y/o and working with children is my passion and greatest joy. During most of the year I am a Human Development and Family Science major at the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill. However, I'm currently back in Mishawaka, IN staying with my mom through the middle of June and I'm looking for...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Natalie S.


Mishawaka, IN

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Allow Me to Share My Professional and Personal Experience With You.

I would like to discuss your family's needs in detail. I am a proud mother of 3 wonderful school-age children with special needs and their friends. I have invested my education in Child Development at Kennedy-King College where I earned an Associates of Applied Science. I have completed over 40 hours of professional development...
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Meredith S.


Elkhart, IN

$8-35/hr

Friendly, Caring Person Who Would Love To Care For A Senior!

Hello there! My name is Meredith, I am 23 years old and currently work as a registered behavior technician at Lighthouse autism center. Although most of my paid experience has been working with children, I feel I would be a great candidate to take care of a senior! I am an extremely compassionate, patient, and caring individual....
Meredith can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
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Sydney G.


Elkhart, IN

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Sydney. I am a mother of 2 sweet boys. I am currently looking for a new flexible job. My boys are 5 and 7. So I have plenty of experience. I have been a nanny and a caregiver in the past. I am currently and have been working with students with special needs. I love what I do but again I need a more flexible job...
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Olivia D.


South Bend, IN

$22/hr • 8 yrs exp

Caring And Creative Childcare Provider With Seven Years Of Experience

I am a former teacher and experienced nanny, with over seven years of professional childcare experience in myriad environments. Whether helping a little ones transfer from formula to food, or exploring the outdoors with school-age kiddos, I bring joy, professionalism, and top quality care to the job! I started working with kids...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Caitlyn H.


South Bend, IN

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Date Night/Weekend Sitter

Hi! I have had 10 years of experience babysitting children. I also have 2 years of experience with assistant teaching and one and a half years with an after school daycare. My main job is being an EA for a local school corporation. I have worked with children with special needs now for 8 years. I did go to college to pursue a...
Caitlyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Dara M.


Goshen, IN

$12-20/hr • 9 yrs exp

Caretaker With 4 Years Of Experience Working With Special Needs Adults

I am currently a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional as a full time job and have been in the field since 2014. I have experience with people with Autism, Down Syndrome, Schizophrenia, Seizure disorder, and Dementia. I am trained in CPR and first aid. Within the group home experiences, I have picked up on many traits,...
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Charla F.


Elkhart, IN

$10-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs Helper

I have worked with children with emotional problems for the past 7 years. I love working with kids and trying to help them out as much as possible.
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Madison C.


Notre Dame, IN

$16-35/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Madison, an Arizona native and student at the University of Notre Dame studying developmental psychology and education! At ND I conduct developmental psychopathology research, working with children with emotional regulation issues and other psychopathologies. During my time in Arizona, I worked with children of all...

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