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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I love children. 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 working with them very much. I have been and am...
Jasmine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"My daughter loved her. Jasmine responded quick & answered every question I had. She also sent pictures, when asked with no problem. Will be hiring again ."
Edriana D.
Kesheva P.
Chicago Heights, IL
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a registered behavioral Therapist I have been working with children diagnosed with Autism and other mental and behavioral disabilities. I love working with all children of all levels of cognition. Working with a population as such requires additional education and training which I am qualified for.
5.0
"I have a child with autism Kesheva is always so patient with him. Our family absolutely adores her, and she's good at what she does."
Susan M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting/being a nanny for the past 10 years. I am CPR certified. I have worked in a day care which I have the experience to supervise a large group of toddlers and keep them busy with activities. I like to do many interactive activities with children when I babysit them like hide-and-seek, dancing, board games,...
Emily can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She picked up my job posting on short notice. Was so good with littles. She did my dishes and kept my home tidy. Loved that she took my girls outside 💗. "
Care member
Hello, my name is Briana and I am 24 years old. I have four years of experience in baby sitting and care taking. I am experienced in working with individuals with special needs as well as mental, physical, intellectual, and developmental challenges. I graduated from Northern Illinois University in 2022 and received my bachelor's...
Briana can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, transportation
Danielle S.
Griffith, IN
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a graduate student looking for a flexible position to assist in child care, housekeeping, errands, etc. I have professional and personal experience working with children and children with special needs.
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi I'm Loretta, I am 64 I have been taking care of elders and adults with special needs for over 40 years. My hope is that I can make your life a little easier and stress free with my help. My experience is extensive. I can help with getting ready for the day, light cleaning and laundry, cooking, feeding, bathing,...
Loretta can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, respite care, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
Carolyn T.
Griffith, IN
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have a bachelor of science in early childhood education. I am a lead teacher in a 1-year-old room. I work with children ages 1-5. I have also worked with children with special needs.
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Amy G.
Hobart, IN
$8-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
For the past 4 years I have been a substitute teacher. I am currently assisting in a high school special education room and have been assigned to this room for the full school year. I have also worked for a year as a DSP in a supported living home for adults with special needs. I am interested in providing respite care for...
Amy can also help with: Respite care
My name is Kellice B. im currently a freshmen at Xavier University of Lousiana. Born in raised in Chicago, IL im currently 18 years old and looking to be a care taker I have two years of unpaid experience with special needs children and look forward to working with all children and building my experience.
Kellice can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am a substitute teacher and am currently assisting in a special education classroom. I have worked with children of all ages and all types of care. I have also recently worked as a DSP in supported living for adults with special needs. I am looking to supplement my income by assisting caregivers with various tasks and respite...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Rachel G.
Munster, IN
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I love being around children. I have worked at a special needs pediatric clinic, was a daycare teacher for 2 years, and continue to work with the special needs population.
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Briana R.
Country Club Hills, IL
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Certified Assistant Teacher (Early Childhood/SPED)
Hello, my name is Briana and I am a certified teacher with four years of experience with children and individuals with special needs such as autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, etc. I received my bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Sciences with an emphasis in family social services from Northern Illinois...
Briana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
I am a mom of 5, 26-10, and a former nanny of a special needs child. I currently do home health care for the elderly. I have always loved children and our elderly, and retired veterans. I'm regularly told I am a natural born caretaker. I have no problem with light housekeeping and meal prep. Please reach out if I can be of...
Jeanne can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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Caitlin S.
Frankfort, IL
$15-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I am Caitlin and I am studying nursing at Joliet Junior College! When I was younger, I watched my brothers after school and volunteered in my church's special needs classroom. This past year, I have started to babysit for other families. I typically bring fun games and love doing crafts with kids!
Caitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Juanita C.
Chicago Heights, IL
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals with special needs through compassion, understanding, and meaningful connections. Advocate for inclusivity and empowerment.
Hello my name is Tricia, I am currently a live in caregiver I have been at this job for three and a half years. I love my job and I love my patient she has suffer a bad Brain Aneurysm and requires 24 hour care. I am looking for a full time job with no weekends. The only reason I am leaving is I no longer want to live outside my...
I love careing for people. I have experiance with many different kinds of people. Children. Toddlers. Babies. Elderly . Dementia. Special needs.
Alysia can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care & more
I have worked with several families from care. com at different times over the past 18 years. I am capable of caring for disabled children in many spectrums, as well as adults with challenges. I am willing to cook and clean up after ourselves in the kitchen. I am also willing to help out with their laundry. I have an insured car...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cedar Lake, IN
Jackie E.
5.0
Jackie is a kind and gentle young lady. She is very conscientious and hard working and will complete assigned tasks timely and with enthusiasm. Jackie will be a huge asset to any employer.
- Cheryl P.
Jasmine M.
5.0
Very dependable! My 3yo said he had fun while in her care. As a mother that's all you want to hear. she also cares for my newborn and is great with him as well. Definitely recommend.
- Catearina C.
Kesheva P.
5.0
I have a child with autism Kesheva is always so patient with him. Our family absolutely adores her, and she's good at what she does.
- Susan M.
Emily R.
5.0
She picked up my job posting on short notice. Was so good with littles. She did my dishes and kept my home tidy. Loved that she took my girls outside 💗.
- Care member
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