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Joanie D.


Cedar Lake, IN

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

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I am very well educated in what I do I was a LPN and I did not renew my license but I am very well of a lot of medical issues that arise and I can answer plenty of questions for that I'm good at what I do I have excellent references and I enjoy being with teenagers all the way up to senior citizens
Hi there! My name is Kaylee and I am a Freshman studying Social Work at IU from home this semester. I have worked at a play-learning center called Bellaboo's leading story time and cooking classes, as well as day camp. I was a camp counselor and worked in a childcare center for 3 years, well experienced with 4 weeks- 12 years...
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Jayne D.


Cedar Lake, IN

$15-20/hr

Special Needs Provider

If you need a driver or assistance with daily chores to keep your independence, please contact me. I'm patient, hard working and get joy from helping others.
I can assist with bathing, medication administration, shopping, light house keeping, transportation, etc. I have extensive experience in senior care, including caring for those with disabilities and special needs.
Karen can also help with: Respite care, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Bryancka J.


Crown Point, IN

$20-34/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working in the health care field for five years. I love what I do. I am very compassionate. I am certified in CPR. I am certified by the state of Illinois. My qualifications include: -Meal preparation -Reporting changes in client's physical condition, behavior or, appearance -Accompany client on walks, community...
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Melissa R.


Crete, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/babysitter

Hello my name is Melissa. I'm 32 years old with 15+ years of experience, newborn-16. I am very comfortable with all the experiences which come with taking care of children, including special needs. I have spent several years working in Childcare with 3 families in particular long term. I realized once I had my own kids, the...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Courtney S.


Crown Point, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Master's Level Child Care

I have been babysitting for 15 years, have a bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Studies, and a master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and a Regional Manager for the company I work for. I have experience with handicapped children, individuals with Autism and Down...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I like working with kids because I understand them, and make them feel noticed. I care for how they feel and think. I'm a great listener. My skills include communication skills that allow me to provide direction and information effectively. Listening skills to understand parent instructions. Decision-making skills. Patience is...
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Jontue J.


Crown Point, IN

$10-50/hr5 yrs exp

I Have Over 5 Years Experience Working As A Direct Support Professional

I have 6 yeaars experience as a home health aide and 3 years as a residential aide. During both positions, I was responsible for cooking, cleaning (entire home), bathing my clients. Everything that needed to be taken care of in the home setting I provided due to their disabilities. I was also responsible for grocery, household,...
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Karen R.


Crete, IL

$17-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part - Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am looking for someone that is in need of my assistance. I have experience helping all types of ages with different backgrounds. I have a reliable transportation and love pets! I am a very positive person, and I can take on several task at a time. I am easy to talk to and love doing crafty things.
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Lyia S.


Crete, IL

$17-18/hr6 yrs exp

Hello My Is Lyia . I Am Originally From Chicago, Illinois

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as fun, loving and honest I like working with kids because they bring joy to my life I'm looking for a job that will always make me want to come back and enjoy what I do I started working with kids when I was 16 at my old child. I worked in the daycare and the christen school In my spare time,...
Lyia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I am certified to teach Early Childhood, Early Childhood Special Education, and Elementary Education. I have a true passion for working with our youngest learners!! I enjoy Helping each child progress in all areas of their development academic, social, language, and motor is a challenge that I am honored to accept daily. I...
I am highly experienced working with children with special needs. I also have years of experience working with neurotypical functioning children in childcare and from babysitting jobs. I have always had an innate drive to nurture and have a passion for working with children. I love being outside and being creative! I have a...
Shannon can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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Zandra Y.


Crete, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Assist In Tutoring And Activities.

Hello my name is Zandra. I enjoy working with Young children. I have experience working with children in a public school setting. I have my paraprofessional license with the state if Illinois. Ive worked with children of special needs as well. I'm reliable and energetic years of experience caring for children of all ages,...
Zandra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Janel H.


Crown Point, IN

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Play Expert And Oxytocin Maker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 24 years of experience working with infant-11-year-old with and without special needs from 1992-2016 when I took a lactation job at Evanston hospital. I have worked in the TMH department working with special needs children from 3-10 yo ; infants, 3-5-year-olds; taught preschool, and was a site director for the YMCA from...
Janel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Hi! My name is Breeana! I am 23 years old and currently working as an RBT working with special needs children. I am highly interested in working with people of all ages as I just love sharing my care and love for others. I would describe myself as outgoing, personable, and always ready for a challenge!
Breeana can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, dementia, meal prep, transportation & more
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Jessica M.


Crown Point, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider With Teaching Background

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...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Mary Grace C.


Crown Point, IN

$20-22/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher's Assistant - High Energy

My background includes two professional positions as a teacher's assistant in preschool as well as in a daycare setting. I have experience working with children with special needs. The range of ages I've worked with is 2 years through school-aged. I enjoy playing games and interacting with children. I am not one to sit on the...
Mary Grace can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.
Caitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
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Lakeia P.


Crete, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have fostered children from the ages of three months to 16 years of age, ran a summer camp with ages prek to 7th grade, trained and certified with medical and behavior children. I was a respite worker for children with cerebral palsy, ADHD, autism and alcohol fetal syndrome for 10 years.

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