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Special needs caregivers in Clarksville, IN

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Bailey C.


Clarksville, IN

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

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I have worked in ABA therapy centers with high needs children often with Autism Spectrum Disorder for about two years and really enjoy working with special needs children and being able to see the difference I can make. I am studying to be in the mental healthcare field and want to continue working with children throughout my...
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Katherine S.


Clarksville, IN

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Mature And Loving Person Looking To Be A Help To You And The Person Or People You Care For Daily.

Growing up my cousin was diagnosed Rett Syndrome and I have always wanted her to know that myself and God love her despite our communication barrier. I also have volunteered in my church's special needs ministry for many years and have experienced many different needs there. God has placed in me a love for the disabled and I...
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Lakeshia W.


Louisville, KY

$14-19/hr14 yrs exp

Vet Nanny

5.0

(30)

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, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Keisha did a great job with our 2 year old son. She played with him and went through his bedtime routine. Our little guy was immediately comfortable with her. "

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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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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...

Kate A.

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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: Errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

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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Lakeshia W.


Louisville, KY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Before attending IUS, I attended WKU in Bowling Green, KY. I was a tutor for student disabilities for two years and loved it!!!
5.0
"Keshia worked with our family for a few months helping us take care of our 8-year-old child who is in the autistic spectrum. She was wonderful with him. She is very sweet, honest, and always on time. "

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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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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

Jamie S.

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Dnisha C.


Louisville, KY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs/ESL/Average Childcare Professional

Hello my name is Dee. With 14+ years of experience, the majority of which catering to children with special needs, I have developed extensive knowledge in the diagnosis and care of major and minor disabilities. Being highly adaptable and flexible I have enjoyed the opportunity of working with a diverse group of children,...
5.0
"Understands special needs - she is one of my service people (I'm autistic with significant sensory problems) she also watches my daughter (not autistic) "

Kimber C.

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Anne M.


Jeffersonville, IN

$18-40/hr

Educator For Unique Learners

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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Madysine B.


New Albany, IN

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

Weekend & Evening Sitter

Hello! My name is Madysine and I am an 19-year-old Honors Program student at Indiana University Southeast, with years of childcare experience in several different settings. I am pursuing a degree in Psychology. I currently work as an RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) and implement ABA therapy for children with autism ages...
Madysine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Madysine is wonderful! She came out just to meet the kids a few days before we needed her to babysit. And prior to her babysitting, she asked for so many important details about the kids, their personalities, our parenting styles, etc. It’s very clear she takes her...

Sarah F.

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Hannah K.


Louisville, KY

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked as a part time babysitter for the past 10 years. I am a current new grad from physical therapy school and wanted to do some part time or weekend work while applying for jobs and taking licensure exam. I have experience working with children and teenagers with special needs. I am reliable and love to work with kids!
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

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Charlotte B.


Louisville, KY

$15-40/hr8 yrs exp

Flexible And Experiences

Hi! My name is Charlotte and I am creative, hardworking, and flexible with a passion for working with children of all ages. I have 8 years of "formal" babysitting experience but as the oldest child of 4, I understand a lot about caring for children of all ages. I am experienced in working with children with special needs and...
Charlotte can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Dnisha C.


Louisville, KY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

With 14+ years of experience, the majority of which catering to children with special needs, I have developed extensive knowledge in the diagnosis and care of major and minor disabilities. Being highly adaptable and flexible I have enjoyed the opportunity of working with a diverse group of children, including those with...
Dnisha can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hi! My name's Mo, I'm 27 years old and have been working in childcare for over 9 years, from special needs camp counselor, private nanny, and now am a mom of an almost 4-year-old. For the past year, in addition to raising my daughter, I have been giving in home care to my grandparents, assisting them with everything and anything...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Latoya P.


Louisville, KY

$11-18/hr10 yrs exp

Great Sitter With Lots If Hands On Experience

I have been working in the medical field since 18 years old I love my job AND cant see me doing Anything else. So after 25 years in the field I can say its my career
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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.

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Christina S.


Louisville, KY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Direct Care Support, Elderly Caregiver,cna

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with Seniors, Special Needs Adults and Children for 10+ years from ages 94 years to 3 years. I am currently working for a home health company providing seniors with support and independence in their own homes. I have worked one-on-one providing activities, lesson plans, meal planning with nutrition, and outings in...
Christina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Shuneka F.


Louisville, KY

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver

I have over 25 years of experience caring for Seniors and children. I have worked in Long term care facilities, Hospitals, and in home care. I have experience with Dementia & Alzheimer's, Special Needs, Hospice, Rehab, and more.
Shuneka can also help with: Errands, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

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Tiffany H.


New Albany, IN

$17-23/hr10 yrs exp

Empty Nester With Love And Care To Give!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Tiffany, a SRNA for more than 25 years as well as a youth counselor for kids ages 9-21 with special needs, trauma and all mental health issues and have a way of connecting with almost all children. My kids are grown and married and one is living in Seattle where she opened a clothing store. I absolutely love...
Tiffany can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Meredith S.


Louisville, KY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have previously been a caregiver for a 16-year-old boy with Cerebral Palsy for almost 2 years. He was only able to communicate through sign language which I am fluent in because I have a profoundly deaf brother. I know how to be patient as his response time could take up to a minute and he was also a fall risk. I was employed...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Clarksville, IN

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

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.

Melissa E.

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.

Lakeshia W.

5.0

Keshia worked with our family for a few months helping us take care of our 8-year-old child who is in the autistic spectrum. She was wonderful with him. She is very sweet, honest, and always on time.

- Care member

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.

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