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Elizabeth P.


Hammond, IN

$15-25/hr

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Hello my name is Elizabeth I have zero experience with special needs but I have patience, I am willing to learn and help . I have worked with elderly sick people and kids. I like to help, if your willing to give me a chance I'm your girl.
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Nichole W.


Chicago Heights, IL

$20-31/hr • 7 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Nichole. I'm new to the area and seeking my next babysitting opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in the midwest. As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. So, naturally, I turned to childcare as a profession at the age...
Nichole can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated everything she did. I would recommend her services 100%...

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Julie A.


Munster, IN

$21-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have over 5 years of experience working with special needs clients. I work at a day facility and side by side in group home facilities. I also have family members with disabilities. I know not every client will be a fit, but it also takes time and patience. In which I'm willing to put forth the effort. Please contact me if you...
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Patricia B.


Chicago Heights, IL

$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Sitter/ Companion-Certified Nursing Assistant

4.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've Worked Hands On With Special Needs Children in a School Environment and Adults As A Sitter While Hospitalized. My Special Needs Experience With Children Was With Primary Age To Intermediate Age At A. E. R. O, ECHO And SPEED Special Education, From1997 To 2000. I Worked As A Sitter from 2015 to 2019 At St. James Hospital For...
5.0
"She does a great job with my daughter, very kind."

Julia O.

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Christy A.


Griffith, IN

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Caregiver - Teacher And Mother

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a stay at home mom looking for part time work. For many years I worked within the public schools and taught modify behavior within the special education curriculum. I also have several years experience being a caregiver for Seniors as well with people who have developmental disabilities, from severe to moderate. I...
5.0
"Christy is one of the most honest and wholesome people I have ever known. She is caring of others and responsible, always placing the needs of others before her own. A wonderful woman who I am proud to call my friend."

Michelle E.

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Kimberly J.


Chicago, IL

$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was blessed to take care of my special needs daughter and my Mom. It was an honor to serve them. I didn't see them as burdens I saw them as blessings. This is my passion, love Is the key because everybody responses to love. I strongly believe that your job should be centered around your gift.
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Yasmeen F.


Highland, IN

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter & Smile Creator

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Yasmeen I'm a full time nanny with 7 years experience working with children ages 8 months to school age. I worked in ABA for 4 years as an RBT, 2 years in a classroom with kindergarten & 1st graders & this past year as a full time nanny with children ages 8 months to 7 years old. I've taken several classes in early...
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Kimberly R.


Thornton, IL

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have had both the pleasure and honor of being a nanny/babysitter for the past 15 years. My experience is with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old in a home setting. Most recently I have been caring for a special needs child on the autism spectrum for the past 3 1/2 years who just turned 6 years old. I considered him...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kim was absolutely wonderful with my son. She is extremely loving, reliable, and flexible. After, 3 1/2 years we considered her part of our family. We miss her terribly and would hire her again if she moved back to sunny Arizona! "

Andrea G.

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Julie A.


Munster, IN

$21-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Patient And Fun-loving Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello everyone, my name is Julie I've worked as a caregiver for over 10 years and with special needs now for over 6 years and have learned a lot in my time as a caregiver. I've worked with clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, special needs, and disabilities. Walking assistance and guidance assistance whether it is with a gait...
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Julie been an excellent caregiver very punctual and dependable. very knowledgeable. experience in the field. very happy with care.com"

David Z.

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Jasmine M.


South Holland, IL

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Jasmine M.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I love children. I have worked with children for many years. I was a teachers' aide two years with the preschool at my high school. I teach Sunday school at my church to an age group of 2 to 6. I have a cousin who is special needs and I often babysit him. I love children and enjoy working with them very much. I have been and am...
Jasmine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Jasmine is very tentative and gentle with my one year old daughter, who is fussy and attached to her dad and I . She is a professional in this field . My daughter cries when we get there and before leaving out the door Jasmine has her to stop crying . Jasmine sends...

Angelique B.

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Elana C.


Chicago, IL

$18/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of experience as a summer camp councilor taking car of 10+ kids aged 5-10 for 2 hours a day four days a week. Recently, I had the honor of taking over as camp director for our summer drama camp which provided me with the opportunity to work with 42 campers alongside my staff. I had the privilege of being a part...
Elana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Madison M.


Chicago, IL

$17-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Charitable Nanny Of 2+ Years!

Hello Everyone, My name is Madison and I am currently a dual-degree candidate. I've been a full-time nanny as well as a travel (summer) nanny for the past 3 years working with two amazing families. I've worked with little ones from the ages of 8mo-11y/o and have obtained experience working with multiples and children with...
Madison can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Absolutely loved having Madison look after my two girls. Since being our nanny, she has been apart of our family and cannot express to you enough about how grateful my husband and I are with her flexibility and willingness to go the extra mile for our girls."

Kimberly H.

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Jenna R.


Munster, IN

$23/hr • 10 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I met Jenna when I was looking for a nanny for my son. She was sweet, very professional and highly qualified. I think very highly of her and will be using her for our babysitter!"

Michelle D.

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Miriam M.


Chicago, IL

$20-26/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I'm 31 years old have worked in a hospital for over 5 years I also have cared for kids with special needs for about 5 years but in a hospital setting I am fluent in Spanish and English I enjoy working with kids and adults of all ages . Due to the pandemic I stopped working in a hospital setting because I have twin sisters that...
Miriam can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My sitter had a medical emergency and I contacted Miriam the day of my event to see if she could watch my girls. She took the job last minute, was on time and took good care of my girls. My 2 year old daughter took to her right away and held her had the whole time....

Kanetha L.

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Keairra M.


Calumet City, IL

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been watching kids for a 9 years now. I love having playtime with kids. I am good at putting kids down for bedtime. I am also great at working with special needs children, have lots of experience and great references. I am 29 but I think that's what makes me a great nanny because I can connect with the kids on their...
Keairra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We had a wonderful initial interview with her arriving on time and making an excellent first impression. She's easy going and so far the girls adore her. This is our first week with her but so far it's been a great experience for our family! We hope to see...

Nicole B.

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Kimberly J.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

This Is My Passion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I had the privilege of taking care of my beautiful Mother, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I also had a child with special needs, her diagnosis were Cerebral Palsy, Seizure Disorder, and she was G Tube fed I was so honored to care for the both of them. Love is the key, anybody and everybody responds to Love. I didn't...
Kimberly can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Ms. Kim is a woman who's heart is as big as her smile. She serves with a level of warmth and accuracy that is rare in the field of care these days. I have observed this woman providing care to babies, children, adults and the elderly. I especially loved how she...

Angelia A.

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Kaylie T.


Griffith, IN

$18/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

About myself & my philosophies for child care: *Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education *Past experiences include: one on one pre-K teacher, daycare Pre-K teacher, mothers helper, nanny. *Home is the first and most important classroom. I focus on emotional learning and problem solving along with the basics. *Learning...
Kaylie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kaylie was on time and very courteous. She was interested in our rules in regards to our children and wanted to follow our routines. The kids were safe and happy. She took our kids to the park. My husband and I had a nice outing because Kaylie did a great job at...

Katelyn T.

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Dalia M.


Chicago Heights, IL

$30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Teacher And Babysitter!

I am a 2nd grade bilingual elementary teacher. My experience goes beyond babysitting. I have had to take care of 20 kids at a time, while also teaching. Therefore, I believe my experience in my classroom will carry on in any babysitting role. I am able to be fun and adventurous with kids but I am also able to teach them and...
Dalia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Dalia's and I friendship has blossomed throughout the years. She is a thoughtful, reliable, and kind person who puts others before herself. Dalia always has a positive and pleasant attitude which makes her fun to be around. Dalia is punctual, cheerful, and always...

Areli C.

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Kesheva P.


Chicago Heights, IL

$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

I am a registered behavioral Therapist I have been working with children diagnosed with Autism and other mental and behavioral disabilities. I love working with all children of all levels of cognition. Working with a population as such requires additional education and training which I am qualified for.
5.0
"I have a child with autism Kesheva is always so patient with him. Our family absolutely adores her, and she's good at what she does."

Susan M.

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Alysia S.


Griffith, IN

$17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Caregiver

I love careing for people. I have experiance with many different kinds of people. Children. Toddlers. Babies. Elderly . Dementia. Special needs.
Alysia can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia, hospice services & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hammond, IN

Nichole W.

5.0

Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated everything she did. I would recommend her services 100% and look forward to working with...

- Care member

Patricia B.

5.0

She does a great job with my daughter, very kind.

- Julia O.

Christy A.

5.0

I have known Christy since 1990. She is not only a friend of mine, but I have relied on her to watch my children and transport them on several occasions. Christy is a hard-working mother and a great motivator. Thank you. Sincerely, Mari

- Mari G.

Kimberly R.

5.0

Kim was absolutely wonderful with my son. She is extremely loving, reliable, and flexible. After, 3 1/2 years we considered her part of our family. We miss her terribly and would hire her again if she moved back to sunny Arizona!

- Andrea G.

Julie A.

5.0

What can I say about Julie? There truly are not enough words to describe the type of person she is. I lost my grandmother at the beginning of this month and Julie has been with us since January. She has helped my family so much and she still continues to provide companionship to my 96 year old...

- Care member

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