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Lily C.


Plymouth, IN

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

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Hello! During my senior year of high school, I participated in a child development internship. For this internship, I spent half the school day helping in a special education preschool. Then I moved for college, but every break I got I came back and volunteered in that same preschool. During my second semester of college, Covid...
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Marriani F.


South Bend, IN

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

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...
Marriani can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Chloe F.


Elkhart, IN

$18/hr • 5 yrs exp

As the oldest of eight children, I have always been willing to help out with the children in my household along with any errands that need to be completed (making dinner, taking the baby for a drive to fall asleep, cleaning up around the house, playing someone's favorite song on repeat just to keep them calm or happy, etc.) I am...
Chloe can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

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Lily C.


Plymouth, IN

$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hello! I have about 5 years of experience. Even before that I spend many of my weekends and summers babysitting kids from my church and I helped raise my two little brothers (both who are special needs), so little to say I spent most of my life watching over children. During my senior year of high school, I interned at a special...
Lily can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Sarah S.


South Bend, IN

$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Caregiver With Special Needs Training And Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

hello! I am a 24-year-old graduate student pursing my masters degree in occupational therapy. I have 7+ years experience working with children, elderly, and disabled individuals. I have worked as a camp counselor, nanny, direct support professional, and respite caregiver. I have experience assisting individuals with ADL's such...
I am really good with kids and I have 2 nieces and 2 nephews who I babysit all the time. My youngest best nephew has special needs so I have experience with that. I am CPR/aed and first aid certified and I also know how to swim.
Makayla can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kaylee P.


Granger, IN

$25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hello! I am Kaylee and I'm 27 years old. I graduated cum laude from Ball State University with a degree in Special Education Intense Interventions and a minor in Autism Spectrum Disorder. I am CPR/FA/AED certified. I have experience including babysitting, working in before/after school care, taking care of the elderly with...
Kaylee can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Sarah S.


South Bend, IN

$17-33/hr • 7 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny With Special Needs Training And Experience!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

hello! I am a 23-year-old college student currently finishing up my bachelors degree in psychology with plans to begin my masters degree in occult therapy in august 2023. I have 7+ years experience working with children, elderly, and disabled individuals. I have worked as a camp counselor, nanny, direct support professional, and...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Brittany K.


South Bend, IN

$25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Special Needs caregiver

hello my name is Brittany I'm a certified nursing assistant I have 9 years of experience. I have worked in all the nursing homes in this area.. I experience in taking blood pressures, bathing, cleaning. I'm certified in CPR and first aid. I'm a very caring individual I like to look on the bright side of each situation. I love to...
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Erin M.


South Bend, IN

$19-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

I am a senior in college with extensive experience caring for gifted and special needs children- I was a private nanny to multiple families for around 5 years and, during that time, gained skills in cooking for young children, conflict de-escalation, encouraging healthy discussions of feelings and boundaries, and most of all,...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Lori C.


Plymouth, IN

$19-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

My name is Lori I am a dedicated Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with over six years of experience supporting individuals with autism through evidence-based, compassionate care. I specializes in autism intervention, trauma-informed practices, and emphasizes a person-centered approach rooted in empathy and respect. I am...
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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

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...
Susan can also help with: Dementia, respite care, meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Alyssa R.


South Bend, IN

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

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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Mary P.


Syracuse, IN

$20-25/hr

Birth Doula

Birth Doula I am willing to be your antepartum doula, birth doula and or postpartum doula. I have attended a number of births and am presently furthering my education in doula work and birth assistance. I am naturally sensitive and compassionate. I believe mothers should have the privilege of being supported emotionally,...
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Rebecca W.


Goshen, IN

$22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi there! I love working with children! I have experience from newborn through elementary ages. Specifically with newborns. I also have training with special needs. I'm eager to bring joy and be a light to others!
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Nichole K.


Elkhart, IN

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

My name is Nichole, I am 25 years old. I have a 5-year-old daughter. The two of us live alone in Elkhart, IN. I am looking for a family who needs a date night/ weekend sitter. I am currently working full time as a nanny for 1 toddler. I love all children & pets. I help take care of my sisters 4 kids, along with my daughter. I am...
Nichole can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Lisa M.


Elkhart, IN

$25/hr • 3 yrs exp

I currently am a special-needs preschool teacher. I have spent five years in a self-contained classroom with students kindergarten through third grade with disabilities such as autism, mild cognitive, and other health impairment. I also spent four years as a special education teacher servicing students who were in the general at...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Elizabeth B.


Goshen, IN

$22/hr • 3 yrs exp

Ready For A Fun Reliable And Enjoyable Job

I'd describe my personality as caring silly And reliable I like working with kids because I love seeing children grow and develop into well mannered young adults I'm looking for a job that is enjoyable and meaningful to my life. I want a job that fits my personality and I love children I started working with kids when I was...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Emma M.


Mishawaka, IN

$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

Prior RBT certified , currently working for a company that specializes in the who child health of individuals with autism. Looking for part time extra hours.
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Tekela B.


South Bend, IN

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

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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