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53 special needs caregivers are listed in Fort Wayne, IN
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Fort Wayne, IN
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for 8 years for many families. I have experience caring for children as young as a newborn up to 12 years old. Most of my 8 years of experience has been with children under 5 years old and children with special needs. I can cook, clean, organize and do the laundry. I love working with children and I am wiling...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hannah S.
Fort Wayne, IN
$12-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a caregiver with three years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I communicate with parents about their child's day and any issues that arise in a manner they prefer. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules. I love playing outdoor...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Leah B.
Fort Wayne, IN
$18-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
I Am An Empathetic And Nurturing Caretaker. Everything I Do Is To Better Myself And People Around Me
Hi my name is Leah! I am 26 years old and my husband and I recently moved to Fort Wayne, IN from NJ. I have 8 years experience nannying & both my brother and nephew have special needs so I am more then comfortable taking care of children with more specific needs.
I enjoy being outside as well as gardening and playing...
Skills:
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'm a caregiver with a passion for helping children grow and learn. With over 14 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I have a proven track record of providing safe and nurturing care.
I am creative, imaginative, and always looking for new and fun ways to engage children and help them learn. Whether we're...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hi there,
I am a mom of two boys. One in college and one still at home. I am a Licensed Practical Nurse by trade and I currently work in healthcare technology. I have done pediatric nursing and worked with a special need boy for several years.
I am looking to pick up extra work and would love to help out couples who need a...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Heather B.
Fort Wayne, IN
$10-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Mother With School Age Children Looking to Provide Care
My name is Heather and I am the mother of three children-ranging from 4-18. Prior to my youngest son joining us :) I worked during the day in an elementary school. I worked with children in general education classes and also children in special education classes. I have 6 years experience caring for children in a school setting....
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have experience with a variety of ages, as well as varying levels of needs. I have extensive experience with special needs kiddos. I also do light housekeeping on my shifts, so you can come home and enjoy a relaxing evening.
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I have mainly cared for small children and adolescents with special needs but I also have 6 years of experience caring for young children and infants as well. I am very outgoing with a love for teaching children. I am CPR and first aid certified. I graduated with my bachelors in psychology and sociology at PFW. . My main goal is...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi there! I am a reliable, patient, and fun-loving babysitter/nanny with several years of experience! I love all animals and I have a big family, so I have been nannying and babysitting since I was very young. I also have worked as an assistant preschool teacher 2 times, and worked as a summer school teacher this past summer! I...
Karsen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kayla P.
Fort Wayne, IN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have two children, 13 & 8, and I currently work with special needs children. I have worked with kids for three years and before that I worked with adults with disabilities for 10 years. I am CPR certified and have my own reliable transportation.
I enjoy cleaning, a lot, doing crafts & just keeping the kids entertained. I...
Kayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Brianna N.
Fort Wayne, IN
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Brianna. I have many year of experience in childcare, with all age groups and with special needs.
I am CPR and first aid certified as well as I have my CDA in child education.
I'm looking for a babysitting/nanny job. I do have a 1-month-old baby that I would like to bring to work with me.
Please message me if...
I am a very patient, reliable, and creative person who has experience with various ages. I am currently a sophomore in college attending Grand Valley State University. I am looking for a job that will allow me to pay rent while living comfortably financially. I am willing to do additional tasks such as meal prep, laundry, light...
Leah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! Nice to e-meet you! I attended Homestead High School and graduated in 2019! I have been taking care of children since I was 13 years old. I have taken care of any children from special-needs, sick, and energetic children! With being all about my community, by volunteering and simply being fairly involved in church. I...
Rachelle can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Laura H.
Fort Wayne, IN
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have experience working with all ages from children to seniors. I also have experience with special needs. I am CPR certified as well as licensed as an EMT.
Laura can also help with: Companionship, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
Danielle B.
Fort Wayne, IN
$13-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I worked for an elderly lady who needed assistance with cleaning, groceries, cooking, and whatever else. I worked for her until she passed away. I have also worked for several years as a nanny for kids who are special needs and I have been responsible for multiple things, such as housework, meds, meals, doctor's appointments,...
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Ratings for Fort Wayne, IN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Fort Wayne, IN are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 53 listed special needs caregivers.