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Courtney J.


Charlestown, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver!

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Hello! My name is Courtney and I am a nurturing, caring and loving caregiver. I mainly work with autistic children or children with behavioral disorders. I have worked with children since I was in the 9th grade and special needs children since 5th grade. I used to work for JCPS at the Binet school prior to COVID. I am a...
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Heidi H.


Charlestown, IN

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as friendly, compassionate, and caring. I enjoy caring for kids and keeping them company. I have a brother who is special needs so I have extra experience there. I also have 5 others siblings so I grew up helping out a lot. I've also had babysitting jobs in the past. I like caring for seniors as...
Heidi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Anne M.


Jeffersonville, IN

$18-40/hr

Educator For Unique Learners

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I want to be your child's tutor! Weekly and monthly rates are available. I have hands-on personal experience with special needs children, specifically dyslexia and autism. I design curriculum to fit each student's learning styles and can tutor in all academic subjects. For several years I volunteered at my church Sunday...
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Anne M.


Jeffersonville, IN

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Natural Teacher With Child Friendly Methods

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I would love to provide care for your children, tidy your home, prepare healthy foods, and provide an area of ease and comfort in your life for you. Pets are welcome. I can drive children in a safe and clean car. I am flexible and maintain excellent communication with my clients. On average I am with a single client for five...
Anne can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"We found Anne to be the kindest caregiver we've worked with. She cared for our two teenagers with autism and adhd through the summer while I was at work, and was flexible enough to meet their needs while still letting them have fun and stay safe. Great...

Mary L.

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Moriah M.


Jeffersonville, IN

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Baby Sitter/Nanny Available

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I love working with children building trust and friendships with them so they are comfortable and happy with their babysitter. My experience includes: working Kids club, working with multiple families including one for over a year transporting three kids to and from school and sports, overnight care for two different families...
Moriah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Super sweet gal. Great with my kiddos. On time with her own transportation. "

Jamie S.

Hello, all! My name is Allayna, and I am a 21-year-old living in Jeffersonville, Indiana. I studied Elementary Education at University of Southern Indiana, but decided to take some time off to explore my interests and career options. I am a Registered Behavioral Therapist, and specialize in children with special needs (age...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am looking for a nanny or drop in child care position. I will be available Monday-Friday 8am-6 p.m. or additional times available for drop in. I have over 15 years of experience working with children as well as having a child of my own. I am a licensed CNA and have a valid Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED card. I also have...
Kristina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Kristina M.


Sellersburg, IN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed CNA Caregiver

I have over 10 years of experience in childcare and adult care. I am a volunteer advocate for SAGE and a licensed CNA in the State of Indiana as well as Kentucky.
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Katie P.


Jeffersonville, IN

$18/hr7 yrs exp

A Little About Me!

Hey there! My name is Katie and I'm a teacher for JCPS looking for families who need care for their children around the school schedule! I have 7 years of experience working and caring for children with disabilities. This includes children with behaviors, complex medical needs, and g tube care and feedings. I would prefer to...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Shana. I'm at Lpn and have been for five years now prior to that I was working as a CNA for 12 years. I have worked in Home Health, hospitals, assisted-living, and long-term care. I'm just looking for a change of pace From what I'm used to
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Charlyn C.


Sellersburg, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Active Caretaker

I have been a caretaker for many years. I have experience with children, animals, special needs, and seniors. I have had babysitting jobs on and off for 10+ years as well as caring for pets when people were on vacation. For five years I helped care for my grandma who had dementia which caused her to be unable to remember to do...
Charlyn can also help with: Personal care, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Brittney E.


Jeffersonville, IN

$25-50/hr4 yrs exp

Child Care | Tutor | Registered Nurse

nurse for 3 years but in the medical field for a total of 5. CPR certified and certified to stop bleeds. Prior to nursing, I was providing child care and tutoring math to those with special needs. I'd describe my personality as kind-hearted, diligent, and patient. I'm looking for a job that allows me to guide and care for...
5.0
"Very helpful and great with the kiddo "

Lindsey H.

Hi! I have been a YMCA Kids' Club Attendant for the past two years. I really enjoy meeting all walks of life and learning how I can best support the individual as well as the family as a whole. My goal is to provide inclusion despite disability status and providing a safe space for all. If you have any questions, please do not...
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Ashley F.


Goshen, KY

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

Hi my name is Ashley I have worked with kids for the past 13 years. I began helping kids and adults by helping my dad at his work who is a teacher for kids with disabilities. I have also helped teach kids at horse camp learn about horses and ride. The last several years I have worked in a preschool and being a nanny.

Jadelyn D.


Memphis, IN

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver, Summer Childcare

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been watching children for six years. I have experience with special needs children and have been trained on activities and how to keep them engaged. I was a full time nanny for two children for eight months. I have experience in planning nutritious meals, carpool, and helping with school work. My goal when watching your...
Jadelyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hello, my name is Shauna and am a full time stay at home mom with my 1-year-old daughter and newborn son. In my free time, I have an eye for details and a big heart for people and pets; Looking for cleaning, childcare with special needs or pet sitting jobs to help with income. Full-time employment hasn't worked due to my...
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Torri T.


Louisville, KY

$23/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm available immediately! I've been an in-home nanny and "mother's helper" for two years with the same family, carin for an infant and now 2. 5-year-old. I have also previously been a nanny, house cleaner and in-home caregiver for the elderly. I've worked with babies and young kids for 5 years, and I also have experience with...
Torri can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Torri is amazing! She worked with us for 1 month helping us with our 2 boys. She is punctual, followed our goals, communicated well, ensured our boys were feed healthy foods. We dropped our boys with her at the trampoline park and the mall and everything was...

Abe N.

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Lakeshia W.


Louisville, KY

$14-19/hr14 yrs exp

Vet Nanny

Hired by 50 families in your neighborhood

Hello to All, My name is Keshia. Born and raised in Louisville, KY. I left recently for four years and just to live in Miami, FL where I was a nanny for celebrities/ high profile clients. I became a caregiver at as child as I'am the eldest of six kids. In 2008 and 2009, my freshman and sophomore year in college I was a note...
Lakeshia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"My girls took to Keshia immediately, and that really says a lot because they had never been watched by anyone outside of close friends and family. I was so nervous to hire a babysitter, but Keshia made me feel so at ease and I was very comfortable knowing my girls...

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Melissa E.


Louisville, KY

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver/Occupational Therapy Practitioner

3.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have taken great care of several family members and close friends diagnosed with various stages of dementia, different forms of cancer, as well as diabetes. I am passionate about what I do because I know what it is like to have to depend on someone for all your needs, and trust, compassion, and integrity are all of critical...
Melissa can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Melissa is an excellent caregiver. She is trustworthy, dependable, compassionate, professional, and personable. She has great attention to detail, maintaining safety, hygiene, and providing companionship. I highly recommend Melissa."

Patty C.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Charlestown, IN

Anne M.

5.0

Anne is amazing! She babysat our 2 kids for around a year, she started when my son was a newborn and my daughter was 4. She did great at spending time with both of them, helped my daughter learn with her studies, helped with lots of household duties and even included my daughter in a fun way! I...

- Kate A.

Moriah M.

5.0

Moriah babysat my 11 month old when we visited Lousiville for a wedding. We facetimed beforehand which made me feel more comfortable hiring a babysitter online. She was prompt, and texted us periodically to let us know everything was okay. She was also flexible and was willing to babysitter longer...

- Sheila G.

Brittney E.

5.0

Very helpful and great with the kiddo

- Lindsey H.

Torri T.

5.0

I hired Torri to watch my 2y old for about 4 months, she was an amazing responsible caregiver going over and beyond my husband and I expectations. Not only did she watch her she worked with her development throughout the time she was present.

- Care member

Lakeshia W.

5.0

My girls took to Keshia immediately, and that really says a lot because they had never been watched by anyone outside of close friends and family. I was so nervous to hire a babysitter, but Keshia made me feel so at ease and I was very comfortable knowing my girls were in good hands! I would...

- Care member

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