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4.8
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love having fun but also sticking to the rules the parents have set. I recently babysat a family of 3 until they moved away. I've also had experience with special needs children and have tutored. I've grown up with 9 siblings, 5 brothers and 4 sisters, so I do have experience with both genders.
I love taking walks to the park...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"First person I've hired that actually listened to how I wanted something done, whether taking care of the children or just running errands! She's always so helpful and usually bends her schedule to fit ours. I didn't have to micromanage either, she always seemed...
Linda R.
I have been a peer tutor for special needs children for the last 4 years at my middle school and high school. This year I will be aiding in 2 classes during the school year while I take an online sign language course. My goal is to become a special education provider. I became interested when my nephew was diagnosed with autism...
5.0
(8)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
From a very early age I've known that childcare was going to be the direction in which I wanted to go with my career by eventually becoming a Pediatric Neontal Nurse Practitioner. In high school, I participated in countless organizations in which we were sent out to spend time with regularly developing children as well as...
Chandler can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was great! She was open to staying later then I originally had asked, she was easy to get in touch with and I have a very active 4 year old that tends to test people. She was great with him and I'd definitely rehire her!"
Brittany D.
Madison B.
Frankfort, IL
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Madison and I am currently a senior at GVSU. I am 22 years old and will be graduating with my nursing degree in late April. I have been babysitting/ nannying for years now and am also employed at Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago & work on the hematology/oncology floor. For the past 6 summers I have been a full...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Madison is a wonderful nanny! Madison cared for our kids, ages 3 and 4 1/2, two days a week from September 2022 through May 2023 and we are SUPER excited to welcome her back this fall! Madison is very dependable, responsible, a great communicator, timely,...
April F.
Nichole W.
Chicago Heights, IL
$20-31/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Nichole can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated everything she did. I would recommend her services 100%...
Care member
5.0
(3)
I am a 2nd grade bilingual elementary teacher. My experience goes beyond babysitting. I have had to take care of 20 kids at a time, while also teaching. Therefore, I believe my experience in my classroom will carry on in any babysitting role. I am able to be fun and adventurous with kids but I am also able to teach them and...
Dalia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Dalia is responsible, dedicated, organized, and punctual. She is also very communicative and always takes into consideration what is best for the person she is helping. Dalia is available and continuously cares for people."
Elizabeth C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
5.0
"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. Christy is a hard-working mother and a great motivator. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Mari"
Mari G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is heather I have been a c n a for 16 years and have been doing home care 18 years. I have a clean back ground current CPR card . I am on the nursing registry for both Illinois and Indiana in good standings. I am responsible, caring, compassionate and reliable. services I provide
include but are not limited to...
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Yasmeen I'm a full time nanny with 7 years experience working with children ages 8 months to school age. I worked in ABA for 4 years as an RBT, 2 years in a classroom with kindergarten & 1st graders & this past year as a full time nanny with children ages 8 months to 7 years old. I've taken several classes in early...
Julie A.
Munster, IN
$21-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have over 5 years of experience working with special needs clients. I work at a day facility and side by side in group home facilities. I also have family members with disabilities. I know not every client will be a fit, but it also takes time and patience. In which I'm willing to put forth the effort. Please contact me if you...
Kimberly R.
Thornton, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
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...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kimberly watched my son as a nanny/babysitter for years. She is reliable and takes her job very seriously. This is just not a 'job' to her, this is a career to her. Highly recommend her services. She is awesome with children of all ages!"
Mike M.
Janiyah L.
Gary, IN
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Janiyah, and I am the owner of Crafty Kids Care Childcare Services. I am a 20-year-old live-out nanny with over three years of experience in babysitting and nannying, as well as a part-time preschool daycare teacher. I am also a student in early childhood education My background includes working with families,...
Janiyah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"She was so kind, My girls loved her! they still ask about her until this day!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Darra can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
5.0
"Darra took very good care of me. She helped out when I needed her the most. She is professional and kind. Does what is needed and more "
Care member
4.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've Worked Hands On With Special Needs Children in a School Environment and Adults As A Sitter While Hospitalized. My Special Needs Experience With Children Was With Primary Age To Intermediate Age At A. E. R. O, ECHO And SPEED Special Education, From1997 To 2000. I Worked As A Sitter from 2015 to 2019 At St. James Hospital For...
5.0
"She does a great job with my daughter, very kind."
Julia O.
Kaylie T.
Griffith, IN
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
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...
Kaylie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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 and happy. She took our kids to the park. My husband and I had a nice outing because Kaylie did a great job at...
Katelyn T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been an ICU nurse for 13yrs, but with a move across the country 2x, and no bachelor's degree, I was only able to find a job as a private home care nurse. And I fell in love with it!! I have cared for 2 special needs children in their home, including g-tube feedings, CPAP mask, nebulizers, etc.
5.0
"Laura is a compassionate and caring nurse. I trusted her with my special needs children from the start. She always did things the way I instructed, but wasn't afraid to make suggestions. Works very well independently, and gave me the peace of mind I needed as a...
Keri M.
Jenna R.
Munster, IN
$8-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!
4.5
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years years old for children ages birth to 13 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and ADHD also. I have worked with children through sports camps and have taught Sunday School for years too. I am passionate about caring for children and love being a part...
Jenna can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I met Jenna when I was looking for a nanny for my son. She was sweet, very professional and highly qualified. I think very highly of her and will be using her for our babysitter!"
Michelle D.
3.0
(2)
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.
5.0
"The kids love her! I can trust her to always have my kids best interest in mind."
Nicole J.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I love children. This is what I am going to school to pursue. I have worked with children for many years. I was a teachers' aide two years with the preschool at my high school. I teach Sunday school at my church to an age group of 2 to 6. I have a cousin who is special needs and I often babysit him. I love children and enjoy...
Jasmine can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Jasmine is very tentative and gentle with my one year old daughter, who is fussy and attached to her dad and I . She is a professional in this field . My daughter cries when we get there and before leaving out the door Jasmine has her to stop crying . Jasmine sends...
Angelique B.
Jackie E.
Merrillville, IN
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Jackie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Excellent work ethic, she actually nannied for my younger brother a few years back! She's great with kids and is very dependable. You won't regret hiring! "
Madi G.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cedar Lake, IN
Abigail H.
5.0
First person I've hired that actually listened to how I wanted something done, whether taking care of the children or just running errands! She's always so helpful and usually bends her schedule to fit ours. I didn't have to micromanage either, she always seemed to know what to do. She's an expert...
- Linda R.
Chandler C.
5.0
Our kids took to Chandler very quickly and she had no trouble managing multiple children. She did a great job of getting our kids through dinner, packing up the leftover food, and sending them off to bed. Chandler was very flexible with scheduling and we were able to schedule her short notice. We...
- Daren J.
Madison B.
5.0
Madison is a wonderful nanny! Madison cared for our kids, ages 3 and 4 1/2, two days a week from September 2022 through May 2023 and we are SUPER excited to welcome her back this fall! Madison is very dependable, responsible, a great communicator, timely, trustworthy, and positive. She always keeps...
- April F.
Nichole W.
5.0
Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated everything she did. I would recommend her services 100% and look forward to working with...
- Care member
Dalia M.
5.0
Very professional, you can tell that Dalia is very passionate and caring when working with children. It was great that she was also an educator and my kids loved learning from her. No family could go wrong with having Ms. M. looking after their precious gems.
- Juan C.
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