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Haley K.


Indianapolis, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Part-Time Sitter For All Ages

5.0

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a teacher on the south side of Indy looking for more work doing what I love! I've been babysitting for 10 years now so I have experience with children of all ages, as well as sets of multiples and children who have special needs. I am available most evenings and any time on most weekends. I am kind and patient, and I...
Haley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Excellent! She was friendly, on time, and connected well with my child and pets. Highly recommend."

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Courtney P.


Indianapolis, IN

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I began babysitting for pay at 10 years old. I have experience in babysitting infants, children with behavioral issues, children with physical disabilities, and children with dietary restrictions. I have babysat and nannied twins along with their siblings. I was approved to babysit foster children in Idaho and I have a current...
Courtney can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Courtney has been the BEST! The only reason we are letting her go is because we are moving out of state. We would keep Courtney for the next 5 years. I have a 3 year old who is mild-moderate special needs, and she has been AMAZING with her. She is consistent,...

Kelly P.

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Scout M.


Indianapolis, IN

$18-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Scout! I am a Registered Nurse with 3 years of Pediatric ER experience and many years prior of child care and nannying. With my nursing background, I am comfortable caring for multiples and special needs children as well as managing an injuries or emergencies that may occur. I'm currently looking for part time summer...
Scout can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Scout is amazing! She is our weekend sitter. My kids love her and I feel so confident leaving her with our 20month old and 8month old. Best sitter we have found on care.com by far!"

Breanna M.

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Nina H.


Indianapolis, IN

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

FT/PT Caregiver With Nursing Training, Early Childhood Degree And 23 Years Experience Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

During my 26 years as a professional childcare provider I have acquired experience with the following types of special care children. Spinal abnormalities, Congenital heart defects, open heart surgery post care, Asthma, ADHD, severe food allergies, Autism, sensory integration disorder, Erb's Palsy, deafness, combination...
5.0
"Nina has put in so much time and effort to be a great tutor for our son! She made sure to meet with his teachers and acquire a variety of learning materials to best suit his unique needs. She adjusts her methods and goals as needed to get the most out of him."

Katie F.

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Alexis B.


Indianapolis, IN

$23/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Is Alexis, Or You Can Call Me Lexi! I'm 20 Years Old And A Junior At IUPUI!

I like working with kids because i'm an education major at IUPUI, working with kids truly brings me joy! I started working with kids when I started working with kids right out of high school! I have worked with special needs students, and students of all ages throughout the township! I also have been babysitting for family...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
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Macy O.


Indianapolis, IN

$10-50/hr5 yrs exp

I have five years of paid experience, ranging from camp counselor to nanny to CNA. I have also had type 1 diabetes for six years. I am comfortable with pets, specifically cats and dogs. I have a pretty flexible schedule. Last-minute scheduling and scheduling ahead both work fine. I cannot wait to meet you and your family!!
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Makayla D.


Camby, IN

$15-17/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Yet Responsible :)

I have 4 years of experience with kids ages 2-16 with a focus in special needs. I was a Registered behavior technician at multiple ABA locations. I am not afraid to go out of my comfort zone to have fun and make kids smile! I have no problem helping out with errands, house chores, and food preparation!
Makayla can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi! I am a therapist currently for kiddos with special needs. However, I have an extensive background working with dementia patients, hospice and nursing home experience. I have an ongoing desire to help others in their time of need and this app helps me do so!
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
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Carlie W.


Martinsville, IN

$15-19/hr

Registered Behavioral Technician

Hi there! I began working with kiddos on the spectrum in early 2019 during a summer camp at the YMCA! I gravitated towards the special needs kiddos and decided that this was something I wanted to learn more about! I then found ABA therapy! I began my RBT journey in 2020! I am now a registered behavioral therapist and know how to...
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Ashley J.


Beech Grove, IN

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Behavior Therapist, Nanny, Babysitter

I am formally a Behavior Therapist for children with Autism. I have worked with children with special needs for 3 years. I have babysat since I can remember being the oldest of 6 children. I love kids and enjoy helping them on a daily basis.
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kaitlyn A.


Indianapolis, IN

$15-20/hr

Occupatioanl Terapy Student

I've worked with children and teens for the last 3 years at a YMCA summer camp as an overnight counselor. I am also a current occupational therapy student at Indiana University Indianapolis studying to get my doctoral degree in occupational therapy! I have experience with children and teens with ADHD, Autism spectrum disorder,...
Hi! I'm Cara! I think all children are special and unique in their own ways. Over my many years working with children I have found that each and every one of them have something amazing to offer this world. That is why I love being a nanny! I get to watch along side with you as your child blossoms and grows. I can't wait to read...
Hello all!! My name is Kennedy, I am 22 years old and a college student. I am in my last two months of nursing school. I graduate with my bachelors of science in nursing in December. I currently work in the ICU as a patient care intern. I have a completed infant and toddler specialization minor as well! I am completely finished...
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Olasumbo K.


Camby, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving what I do and I enjoy long talks for people who don't mind fun conversations. I'm passionate about my work and I know how to get the job done. I would describe myself as an open and honest person who doesn't believe in misleading other people and tries to be fair in everything I do.
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Katie S.


Indianapolis, IN

$15-19/hr4 yrs exp

RN

RN with hospital experience as well as at home care. Comfortable with most tubes and drains. Very patient and tries to find the best in hard situations
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Courtney P.


Indianapolis, IN

$14-20/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Coach

I have 2 years of experience with working with people with special needs, ages 13-40. I have assisted with leaning new skills and accomplishing goals. Such as learning to cook, do different chores to expand their skills and teaching them about hygiene. I have helped get jobs for clients and go to work with them to assist. I also...
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Robin B.


Indianapolis, IN

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Robin and I have been working with children ages 6 weeks to 12 years (some with disabilities) for over 10 years. I have 3 children of my own and would love to help with yours. Please feel free to contact me if you're interested.
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Joy F.


Indianapolis, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have experience in long-term care, rehab hospital, burn unit, early education, dementia, behavioral child care, first aid, CPR, certified certified, nursing assistant, hemodialysis, technician, and phlebotomist
Hi, my name is Kiersten! I'm located in the central Indiana area, but I am willing to travel within reasonable distance. I love planning fun activities for kids, cooking food with them, goofing off to make them laugh, and anything else their little hearts desire! I have 5+ years of childcare experience from ages 4 months to 12+...
Kiersten can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Hope H.


Mooresville, IN

$16-25/hr5 yrs exp

hello my name is hope. I have been a home health aide for many years starting with taking care of my grandmother with alzhiemers and dementia. And then working with special needs. If you have any questions please reach out . Thank you
Hope can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Franklin, IN

Haley K.

5.0

Excellent! She was friendly, on time, and connected well with my child and pets. Highly recommend.

- Care member

Courtney P.

5.0

Courtney has been the BEST! The only reason we are letting her go is because we are moving out of state. We would keep Courtney for the next 5 years. I have a 3 year old who is mild-moderate special needs, and she has been AMAZING with her. She is consistent, firm, reliable, funny, energetic,...

- Kelly P.

Scout M.

5.0

Scout is amazing! She is our weekend sitter. My kids love her and I feel so confident leaving her with our 20month old and 8month old. Best sitter we have found on care.com by far!

- Breanna M.

Nina H.

5.0

Nina has put in so much time and effort to be a great tutor for our son! She made sure to meet with his teachers and acquire a variety of learning materials to best suit his unique needs. She adjusts her methods and goals as needed to get the most out of him.

- Katie F.

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