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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Griffith, IN

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Griffith, IN

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Jackie E.


Merrillville, IN

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

College Educated Nanny

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Hello! My name is Jackie and I'm very passionate about what I do. I just graduated this month with a bachelor's degree in elementary education and special education through Western Governor's University. I love kids and have been babysitting since I was 14. I have nannied for multiple families over the years and have excellent...
I have 7 years of experience. I am open to assisting with travel. I have experience with children with special needs. I am a registered behavioral therapist RBTIII
Hersheka can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kamy O.


Lansing, IL

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

I have around 3 years of experience in the child care setting! I currently work as a paraprofessional working with special needs children. I am only looking for something seasonal, as I will resume work in the fall. I speak spanish & have a valid drivers license. I enjoy watching movies, taking walks, chill days, running...
Kamy can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

I've enjoyed working with kids for years now! I've been regularly babysitting for my cousins kids since I was 15 and have had the privilege of being a teacher in the special needs department at my church. I consider myself to loving, patient & caring with kids, which gets me to have a good sister like bond with kids. I...
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Jenna R.


Munster, IN

$8-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years years old for children ages birth to 13 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and ADHD also. I have worked with children through sports camps and have taught Sunday School for years too. I am passionate about caring for children and love being a part...
Jenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I have 12 years of babysitting experience with children with special needs. One is developmentaly delayed due to seizures. I have worked with Deaf children as well. I have also babysat a child with celiac and another with asthma.
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Emily R.


Gary, IN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Long Term/Full-Time Family To Work With

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting/being a nanny for the past 10 years. I am CPR certified. I have worked in a day care which I have the experience to supervise a large group of toddlers and keep them busy with activities. I like to do many interactive activities with children when I babysit them like hide-and-seek, dancing, board games,...
Emily can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Leola B.


Gary, IN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

I've worked with adults and children with trachs, Down Syndrome and wheelchair bound. I have also made sure they took their meds on time. I've cooked and cleaned their homes. I've read to them if they wanted. I took them out for walks or we would just sit outside and enjoy the weather.
My name is Kellice B. im currently a freshmen at Xavier University of Lousiana. Born in raised in Chicago, IL im currently 18 years old and looking to be a care taker I have two years of unpaid experience with special needs children and look forward to working with all children and building my experience.
Kellice can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Sara C.


Hobart, IN

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Professional Educator For Virtual Learning Help

I am an educator with 8 years experience who has consistently received a highly effective rating in my school system. I am looking to offer weekday tutoring out of my home in Hobart, Indiana for a small group of elementary-aged children. I will help your child learn grade level standards, all while stay on top of their...
I am highly experienced working with children with special needs. I also have years of experience working with neurotypical functioning children in childcare and from babysitting jobs. I have always had an innate drive to nurture and have a passion for working with children. I love being outside and being creative! I have a...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
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Michelle M.


Highland, IN

$10-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hi families, my name is Michelle. I am 30 years old and have been babysitting forever. I grew up with a large family and it seemed like there were always babies around to take care of. I have also nannied for a year to twins who were 5 and also a 4-year-old. For the last 2 years we took in a 4month old and had her until she was...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Tashea R.


Lansing, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

As a special needs caregiver, I work with children with special needs and their families to provide care in the home. Working as an extra set of hands for their parents, your duties are to work with a treatment plan for the child that outlines the help they require, including socialization, bathing, dressing, feeding, and...
I have worked in child care for about 3 years now. I'm very passionate about working with children. I have worked with mostly every age group. I'm bilingual. I'm very passionate about encouraging children to develop socially, emotionally and intellectually.
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Kathleen G.


Hobart, IN

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Helper

I have worked with several families from care. com at different times over the past 18 years. I am capable of caring for disabled children in many spectrums, as well as adults with challenges. I am willing to cook and clean up after ourselves in the kitchen. I am also willing to help out with their laundry. I have an insured car...
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Kellice B.


Lansing, IL

$16-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hi I'm Kellice And I'm Looking Forward To Working With Amazing Families.

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, determined, and intelligent I like caring for people with special needs because it's so heart warming every time I meet different kids I love them so much and it makes me happy to work with them. I'm looking for a job that makes me feel comfortable. Something that I enjoy getting up...
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Abigail H.


Crown Point, IN

$20-45/hr3 yrs exp

Energetic, Fun, And Responsible.

4.8

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I love having fun but also sticking to the rules the parents have set. I recently babysat a family of 3 until they moved away. I've also had experience with special needs children and have tutored. I've grown up with 9 siblings, 5 brothers and 4 sisters, so I do have experience with both genders. I love taking walks to the park...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Abigail watched my 4 kids for several months until we moved away recently. We would've loved to take her with but unfortunately could not! We are so sad but so happy for the next family to get her! She's a real gem! Always on time, very dependable and always gives...

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Lara A.


Munster, IN

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

Hello, my name is Lara. I am s single mother of four looking for a fresh start on my next stage in life. I have been a stay at home mother for 16 years and enjoyed every minute. Once my children entered school and no longer needed my assistance, I went back into the work force. I am presently working for the local public school...

Emily M.


Munster, IN

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

I have experience in babysitting kids of all ages and with special needs. I can help with housekeeping, cooking meals and homework.
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Griffith, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.