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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Elkhart, IN

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Elkhart, IN

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Alexia B.


Elkhart, IN

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Registered Behavioral Therapsit

5.0

(1)

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I assist children with Autism with learning everyday skills as well as early developmental skills, I am certified safety care and CPR for children of all ages. I had 3 years experience doing this and it would be an honor to work with your kids
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Tiffany C.


Elkhart, IN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Stay-at-home-Mom Looking To Provide Care

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am a married, 38-yr old, homeschooling mother, and small business owner. Thanks to the support of my loving husband, I finally went back to school where I earned my BA in Business Administration. I'm an easy going, christian woman, with 20+ years of paid child care experience. I have my own vehicle(s) and have...
Tiffany can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"She's the best caregiver I've ever had for my girls 👧 "

Care member

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Tiffany C.


Elkhart, IN

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience with various needs such as, ADD, diabetes, Autism, CP, Down syndrome, deafness, and C. H. A. R. G. E. Syndrome. I am comfortable with administering medications, tube feedings, performing suctioning, helping with different forms of therapy, etc.
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Darcy H.


Elkhart, IN

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Specialized Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I offer one-time or recurring help/enrichment/care coordination for adults and their families in the home or in a residential care setting
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Sydney G.


Elkhart, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Sydney. I am a mother of 2 sweet boys. I am currently looking for a new flexible job. My boys are 5 and 7. So I have plenty of experience. I have been a nanny and a caregiver in the past. I am currently and have been working with students with special needs. I love what I do but again I need a more flexible job...
Sydney can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Chloe F.


Elkhart, IN

$18/hr5 yrs exp

As the oldest of eight children, I have always been willing to help out with the children in my household along with any errands that need to be completed (making dinner, taking the baby for a drive to fall asleep, cleaning up around the house, playing someone's favorite song on repeat just to keep them calm or happy, etc.) I am...
Chloe can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Nichole K.


Elkhart, IN

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

My name is Nichole, I am 25 years old. I have a 5-year-old daughter. The two of us live alone in Elkhart, IN. I am looking for a family who needs a date night/ weekend sitter. I am currently working full time as a nanny for 1 toddler. I love all children & pets. I help take care of my sisters 4 kids, along with my daughter. I am...
Nichole can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kaelyn M.


Elkhart, IN

$10-26/hr6 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kaelyn! A little bit about me, Ilove the gym, all types of music, and baking. I have 2 fur-baby-kittys, Chessi & Athena. I have about 8+ years of experience of children age range 0-16. I also have average experience with special needs children. I can do all needed things done around the house as well as rides...
Kaelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I am really good with kids and I have 2 nieces and 2 nephews who I babysit all the time. My youngest best nephew has special needs so I have experience with that. I am CPR/aed and first aid certified and I also know how to swim.
Makayla can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Meredith S.


Elkhart, IN

$16-30/hr7 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny!

3.7

(3)

with several years of experience in babysitting, and I also nannied my niece and nephew during the pandemic for about a year before starting my previous position. I worked for more than 3 years as a registered behavior technician for Lighthouse Autism Center , which taught me so much about working with children who have special...
Meredith can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She is lovely! Very dependable and great with children. "

Care member

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Meredith S.


Elkhart, IN

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

Registered Behavior Technician with more than two years of experience with special needs children!
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Meredith S.


Elkhart, IN

$8-35/hr

Friendly, Caring Person Who Would Love To Care For A Senior!

Hello there! My name is Meredith, I am 23 years old and currently work as a registered behavior technician at Lighthouse autism center. Although most of my paid experience has been working with children, I feel I would be a great candidate to take care of a senior! I am an extremely compassionate, patient, and caring individual....
Meredith can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
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Susan Q.


Granger, IN

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Have A Nursing Background

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a nursing background and also a hospice volunteer. I have years of experience caregiving and find it very rewarding.
5.0
"My wife (who has ALZ) loved Susan. Very compassionate and caring person. Always on time and with a positive attitude."

Bob E.

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Gabrielle H.


Osceola, IN

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Gabby and I have been babysitting/in-home nannying on and off since age 14. I have worked with children of all ages and was an in-home nanny to a newborn for 2 years, as well as a special-needs caregiver. I am a new mama with a 5-month-old son. I'm looking for a family that will allow me to bring him into...
Gabrielle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Emily G.


Mishawaka, IN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny And House Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

UNAVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. After a few years in corporate, I am ready to get back into my true passion. Kids. Work history, I have spent most of my life nannying full time for a few amazing families, word limit doesn't let me share but I was so lucky and learned so much from each. 3. 5 yrs an incredible and sweet boy w/high...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Emily is a gem, she has worked for our family on and off for 3 1/2 years and is like part of our family. She is very hard working, organized and generous with herself and her heart. She will execute on anything you need done in the house and with your children....

Brianna S.

Highly motivated and caring Mother of three, paraprofessional and substitute teacher with experience working with children of diverse abilities, including those with Autism and disabilities. Professional Experience: Paraprofessional and Substitute Teacher at a Local School District. Support students with Autism and...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Sarah M.


Edwardsburg, MI

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Motivated, caring Mother of 3. I am a Special Education paraprofessional and substitute teacher in an area school district. -Patient and understanding, with a calm and gentle demeanor - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Passionate about supporting children/adults/elderly with diverse needs and abilities. -Clean...
Sarah can also help with: Respite care, errands, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Ruth S.


Granger, IN

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Always Listening, Always Caring

While my background is in higher education (Ed. D), I have worked in the healthcare field with seniors and individuals with disabilities for 20+ years in various roles (as CNA, DSP, and in Management). In the last 4-years, and throughout the Covid-19 pandemic season, I lived with, cared for, and managed the overall health and...
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Natalie S.


Mishawaka, IN

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Allow Me to Share My Professional and Personal Experience With You.

I would like to discuss your family's needs in detail. I am a proud mother of 3 wonderful school-age children with special needs and their friends. I have invested my education in Child Development at Kennedy-King College where I earned an Associates of Applied Science. I have completed over 40 hours of professional development...
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Emma M.


Mishawaka, IN

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

Prior RBT certified , currently working for a company that specializes in the who child health of individuals with autism. Looking for part time extra hours.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elkhart, IN

Tiffany C.

5.0

I rarely ever give anyone 5 Stars but Tiffany definitely deserves them! She babysat for 3 children during a business event I had to schedule. I will recommend her for any childcare needs you may have.

- Mary W.

Meredith S.

5.0

She is lovely! Very dependable and great with children.

- Care member

Susan Q.

5.0

My wife (who has ALZ) loved Susan. Very compassionate and caring person. Always on time and with a positive attitude.

- Bob E.

Emily G.

5.0

Emily is a gem, she has worked for our family on and off for 3 1/2 years and is like part of our family. She is very hard working, organized and generous with herself and her heart. She will execute on anything you need done in the house and with your children. She loves children and it shows in...

- Brianna S.

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Ratings for Elkhart, IN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Elkhart, IN are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.