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37 special needs caregivers are listed in Bloomington, IN
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Bloomington, IN
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for an autistic boy/ young adult for the past 9 years. It is after school and weekend care currently.
5.0
"I hired Catherine to take care of my kid with special needs on a short notice. I was impressed by her devotion and personality. I will be more than confident to hire her services again."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for considering me to care for your loved one.
I'm very passionate about connecting with people, and my experiences include working at a camp for children and co-workers who were either deaf and/or blind, and/or orthopedically impaired, a Special Olympics softball coach for adults, teaching adult daily living...
4.5
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Emily! I have been in childcare for about 5 years, I've had training in multiple different environments. I am the oldest of eight, my family fosters children and my brother has Aspergers so I'm well versed in kids that may require extra care/nurturing. I have worked with children with special needs in the past,...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Emily was amazing, she showed up on time with just a day's notice to watch our daughter when daycare was closed. She thought of creative ideas like painting rocks outside and even gave our daughter a bath afterward! She braided her hair and made her eggs with...
John S.
Jasmine W.
Bloomington, IN
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working in a daycare & babysitting from ages newborn- 11 years old. I graduated from IU with a double major in elementary education and special needs education.
Jasmine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I had hired Jasmine to keep my 2 1/2 year old for a few hours in the evenings. Jasmine is a soft spoken girl, punctual, did a good job feeding him dinner."
Archana V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for special need Autistic boy for over 9 years. I just received Sapphire gem training on 7/17/19 and hired as a Personal Care Assistant with a national company that specializes in Alzheimer's and Dementia Care.
I just started helping a retired Dr since 7/15/19 with his morning routine.
5.0
"Catherine has been caring for my elderly mother with dementia for a few months. Catherine is caring, punctual and responsible. I would recommend Catherine to anyone looking for a trustworthy caregiver for their loved one."
Cynthia V.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My mother was an occupational therapist growing up, through whom I learned basics of caring for those with specific needs. I've worked three summers at a summer camp as a direct care provider. Additionally, I have babysat for various clients with specific needs, and provided direct care services to adolescents and adults. I have...
Kam H.
Bloomington, IN
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hard Working 30 Yr Old With 15+ Years Of Experience With Typical And Atypical Developing Children
I grew up in a large family, caring for younger family members beginning around 13 years old. 10 years ago I found my passion for accessible education, caring for and working with children who have complex needs. I am extremely knowledgeable when it comes to experience with autistic children. I am also an AAC (alternative...
I have been a nurse since 2010 I love making people laugh and taking care of them. I am very heavily seasoned in mental health and behavioral health I have worked jails and prisons for nine years. I felt like a hero and saved many lives. I have many years of long term care experience prior to this. A few years of school nursing,...
I am a mother of two with over 20 years of experience in caregiving including childcare for all ages, working with individuals with developmental disabilities, and senior care.
Donna G.
Bloomington, IN
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
10+ years of Early Intervention, specialist with birth-three age group premature, developmentally disability, parenting education, mental health issues. Masters degree in Social Work
Julia L.
Bloomington, IN
$20-28/hr • 3 yrs exp
Fun Lead Preschool Teacher With Experience 6 Weeks And Up And Special Needs.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jules, I'm a lead preschool teacher out of Nashua and I absolutely love what I do. I have 3+ years of experience in teaching, a degree in early childhood education, and experience with working with ages 6 weeks and up. I am comfortable working with multiple children due to my experience in the classroom. I spent...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Grace M.
Bloomington, IN
$15-16/hr • 6 yrs exp
Certified Caregiver For All Ages, Including Seniors & Special Needs
Hi there! My name is Grace and I'm a student at IU Bloomington. I'm a caring and creative individual with a passion for fostering child development and ensuring kids receive the best care possible. I bring a fun and imaginative approach to babysitting while always prioritizing responsibility and safety. I'm CPR-trained and...
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi there! I'm Hillary, 19 years old, and I have been babysitting for 5 years. Although I am trained as an aesthetician, I am currently looking for a babysitting job. Originally from Shipshewana, IN, I moved to Bloomington in September 2023 to pursue my education in esthetics. I am patient and always aim to make babysitting a fun...
Hillary can also help with: Craft assistance
Elizabeth W.
Bloomington, IN
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12, and I am now 21. I have 3 years of full time nanny experience, 1 with a toddler with special needs, 2 with a 9 and 11-year-old. I love to help with crafts, school, and outside activities.
A little about me; I'm a second year media advertising major at Indiana University. I am also on the...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Justus K.
Bloomington, IN
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I would love to talk with you further to determine if I would be a good fit for your family!
I work with kids battling life threatening medical conditions with Make-A-Wish. My studies and experiences in public health and youth development would make me a great fit for your families needs. As a former Summer camp...
Justus can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Sareena A.
Bloomington, IN
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! I am Sareena a junior at Indiana studying merchandising.
I like working with kids because it is fulfilling! Being the oldest sister I have always had the motherly instinct and babysitting definitely fulfills that need to care for others. I also love thinking of fun activities by using my creative side!
I'm looking for a...
Sareena can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My entire adult life has been actively involved with making a difference in the children, our future. My husband and I fostered for over 20 years and adopted 4 children. I operated an in-home day care for several years while my little one was growing, and now that my children are almost full grown, I work as an aide in the...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I am have been working with Special needs kids for 4 years now in the ABA setting and in home health setting. I love working with kids that are on the spectrum because I love teaching them that they can do anything they set their mind to! They are smart and capable! I have taught 2 years - all the way to age 18 for children on...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Malea F.
Bloomington, IN
$17-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Malea! I have a year of experience caring for special needs children. I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant with CPR and first aid certification. I have taken child development coursework!
Malea can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
Catherine A.
Bloomington, IN
$12-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
For over 14 yrs I have been care giver for a professional family with a special needs Autistic son. I have also been caring for his grandmother since COVID-19. While he is at school or his grandma is at dialysis I have other weekly and bi-weekly clients. One through a senior care company and the other clients are private for...
Catherine can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bloomington, IN
Catherine A.
5.0
I hired Catherine to take care of my kid with special needs on a short notice. I was impressed by her devotion and personality. I will be more than confident to hire her services again.
- Care member
Emily L.
5.0
Emily is a unicorn among nannies. She is so sweet with the kids and thinks of all kinds of fun activities and crafts to do with them, takes them outside, reads to them, and involves them with lunch prep when feasible. She is very reliable, comes on time, and we know the kids are in good hands....
- Clarissa C.
Jasmine W.
5.0
I had hired Jasmine to keep my 2 1/2 year old for a few hours in the evenings. Jasmine is a soft spoken girl, punctual, did a good job feeding him dinner.
- Archana V.
Catherine A.
5.0
Catherine has been caring for my elderly mother with dementia for a few months. Catherine is caring, punctual and responsible. I would recommend Catherine to anyone looking for a trustworthy caregiver for their loved one.
- Cynthia V.
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Ratings for Bloomington, IN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Bloomington, IN are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 37 listed special needs caregivers.