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Hello! My name is Megan and I am a college student with a very flexible schedule for the summer! Some of my hobbies are gymnastics, CrossFit and anything outdoors. I have babysat since I was 16 and have coached gymnastics for preschool, middle and high school. I am super friendly and love playing and entertaining kids and will...
4.3
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Madalynn, and it's nice to meet you. I am a mother to two children, a boy who is 5 years old and a daughter who will soon turn 7 years old. This year marks the end of my career in the United States Navy. In addition to running my own company, I'm also a student at Purdue University, where I concentrate on behavior...
Madalynn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
3.0
"Our kids loved her- She was very conscientious and kind BUT she showed up 30-40 minutes late (ONCE) so my child got dropped off by the bus and no one was home. Background check also never completed. "
Kayla C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have 8+ years of childcare experience, most of which was working as a full time nanny. I've had experience with kids ages 0-15, primarily infants to preschool. I also have plenty of special needs experience with primarily Down's syndrome and Autism. To me, being a nanny is so much more than simply 'watching the kids'. I...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Dependable, communicates well, trustworthy. My child was comfortable and felt safe. She even drove her to appointment. Highly recommend"
Jenelle Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a dedicated childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With 20 years of experience, I've been fortunate to positively impact the lives of children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My patient, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect easily with children and build strong...
Christine can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Christine was wonderful! She has great experience with children personally (as a mom and grandma) and professionally (her work as teacher and being hired for other babysitting jobs). She arrived on time and loved on our 8 month old daughter while daycare was closed...
Ally Y.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working with mentally and physically disabled persons ages 9-72 in a home setting. I have helped with basic needs such as bathing and cooking meals. I have experience working with many disabilities: Autism, cognitive delays, and seizure disorders to name a few. Very comfortable with distributing medication...
5.0
"Megan worked for me last year caring for my dear sister. She was very sympathetic to Rachel's needs and took care of her very well. Megan was a blessing to have around and was almost like family to us, I was sad to say goodbye to her when we moved states."
Belinda L.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for 2 families and babysat multiple children from 1 month to 12 years. I have experience with special needs as well. I am also a mother of two girls, ages 17 and 14 years old.
I work full time M-F in the healthcare field, and am available evenings and most weekends!! I would love to learn about your needs and...
Candace can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
My husband was injured in car accident several years ago and I have taken care of him since. This has given me a passion for those with disabilities and families that are experiencing hardship. I have experience with tracheotomies and feedings tubes and am currently in nursing school pursuing my second degree.
I am currently a graduate student at Huntington University's Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program. I have learned basics of transferring, using adaptive equipment, and assisting with basic ADLs and IADLs. I am currently NOT certified/ licensed, but I am in the process of learning more about the OT profession, and how to work...
I love caring for people. My mom was a nurse and I watched her protocol for completing tasks for the best care possible. My daughter is also a pediatric ICU nurse. I cared for my mom when she had cancer 17 yrs ago. Then took over care giving for my dad and my brother with special needs. When my dad passed, 9 days later my...
Sheila M can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Courtney B.
Fort Wayne, IN
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a college student at Purdue University Fort Wayne looking for part time work with some wonderful kids! I'm majoring in Psychology and I would love to work with kids full time someday.
For my current experience with kids, I volunteered as a teacher's aid for special needs children for 1 school year and I have worked at the...
Courtney can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I am looking for work for during my winter break mid-December to mid-January and as needed for the spring 2025 semester. I love kids, and have a wide variety of experience working with them. I feel comfortable caring for infants to teens, siblings, and mild special needs. I am reliable, organized, flexible and have a...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Willing to do any chores needed to be done around the house and I am also pretty good at coming up with cute little crafts for the kids to do. Used to work with special needs kids so if you happen to have a kiddo who needs a little more attention...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Briana K.
Huntington, IN
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love to spend time outdoors and work with people, I have 6+ years with kids with special needs, I am a very organized person who is flexible.
I was a DSP for 3+ years taking care of disabled adults. I have experience in housekeeping, meal prep, bathing, medication distribution, taking vital signs, and general caretaking. I'm also currently CPR/First Aid certified.
I have more than 10 years experience working in the care industry and have developed a compassionate approach. I work hard to get to know my clients, so I can help them enjoy their interests and hobbies.
I have worked with people with autism, Down's syndrome, and all levels of developmental disabilities. I have worked in the...
Brianna B.
Fort Wayne, IN
$15-20/hr
This past summer, I had the opportunity to work with children on the spectrum at a camp. I have learned a lot from that experience, and know what it takes to be able to care for and engage a child with a disability. I'm aware of the patience needed to have and redirection as well as how important technology is to some...
Bonnie Z.
Fort Wayne, IN
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a certified special education teacher, in addition I have had experience teaching in an autistic support classroom. I have attended trainings on ABA and have had a passion for working with children and adults with special needs. This previous year I have worked 1:1 with a student with autism.
Megan S.
Fort Wayne, IN
$10-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as energetic, happy, and funny.
I like working with kids because they are very lively themselves, and can be too funny. I like to help shape the kid into their future selves, the best they can be.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to meet the emotional and physical needs of the person I'm...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
Hi! My name is Jadyn P. I just graduated from Indiana University Bloomington with my. Bachelors of Science in Applied Health Sciences! I had a major of Human Development and Family Studies with a minor in Speech and Hearing Sciences! I have had over 10 years of experience with children of all ages and personalities! I have...
Jadyn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have two children of my own and also have cared for various other families in the past. I am in nursing school and have CPR professional certification and have vast experience caring for those with special needs such as tracheotomies and feeding tubes.
I also am a very organized person who really knows the value of a clean...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Columbia City, IN
Madalynn J.
3.0
Our kids loved her- She was very conscientious and kind BUT she showed up 30-40 minutes late (ONCE) so my child got dropped off by the bus and no one was home. Background check also never completed.
- Kayla C.
Megan S.
5.0
Dependable, communicates well, trustworthy. My child was comfortable and felt safe. She even drove her to appointment. Highly recommend
- Jenelle Y.
Christine K.
5.0
Christine was wonderful! She has great experience with children personally (as a mom and grandma) and professionally (her work as teacher and being hired for other babysitting jobs). She arrived on time and loved on our 8 month old daughter while daycare was closed so my husband and I could focus on...
- Ally Y.
Megan S.
5.0
Megan worked for me last year caring for my dear sister. She was very sympathetic to Rachel's needs and took care of her very well. Megan was a blessing to have around and was almost like family to us, I was sad to say goodbye to her when we moved states.
- Belinda L.
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