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Find special needs caregivers in Hobart, IN that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Hobart, IN

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Hobart, IN

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Darra J.


Merrillville, IN

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a certified nursing assistant with 11 years of experience. My experience is diverse with a combination of hospital, home health and long-term care. In 2021, I was inspired to start a business in home health care after the passing of my grandmother who had Alzheimer's disease. I pride myself in working hard and am...
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Dezi T.


Portage, IN

$21/hr2 yrs exp

I am CPR and AED certified with Red Cross! I also have experience with kids who have special needs due to working with respite care programs! I also was a junior staff member at my local boys and girls club! I'd describe my personality as Outgoing, Responsible, and Fun! I like working with kids because I love helping out and I...
Dezi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jackie E.


Merrillville, IN

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

College Educated Nanny

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...
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Tye J.


Griffith, IN

$17/hr2 yrs exp

Fun and Learning Enthusiast

Hi! My name is Tye, I have close to one year of experience as an RBT paraprofessional where I helped implement beneficial behaviors in children's everyday lives through behavior programs. I now work with children who have similar circumstances, helping them with school work, social skills, an everyday life skills. I have been...
Tye can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Sarah H.


Portage, IN

$15-18/hr6 yrs exp

Hello! I am Sarah, a 28-year-old mama to a 6-year-old special needs kiddo. I have experience caring for infants to teenagers (& more recently, the elderly) since 2007. I have coached gymnastics (recreational to competitive and private lessons for special needs children who needed 1:1 ratio to participate in gymnastics) on and...
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Danielle S.


Griffith, IN

$11-16/hr1 yrs exp

I am a graduate student looking for a flexible position to assist in child care, housekeeping, errands, etc. I have professional and personal experience working with children and children with special needs.
Danielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I like working with kids because I understand them, and make them feel noticed. I care for how they feel and think. I'm a great listener. My skills include communication skills that allow me to provide direction and information effectively. Listening skills to understand parent instructions. Decision-making skills. Patience is...
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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: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

From the time I was a kid myself, working with kids has been a passion of mine. I began working in the nursery at my church the minute that I could in 5th grade. From there, I began getting my first babysitting jobs and found a love for it. I got my first real job at 15 at a local preschool/daycare which truly set into place my...
Erica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
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Courtney S.


Crown Point, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Master's Level Child Care

I have been babysitting for 15 years, have a bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Studies, and a master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and a Regional Manager for the company I work for. I have experience with handicapped children, individuals with Autism and Down...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Jontue J.


Crown Point, IN

$10-50/hr5 yrs exp

I Have Over 5 Years Experience Working As A Direct Support Professional

I have 6 yeaars experience as a home health aide and 3 years as a residential aide. During both positions, I was responsible for cooking, cleaning (entire home), bathing my clients. Everything that needed to be taken care of in the home setting I provided due to their disabilities. I was also responsible for grocery, household,...
As a dedicated childcare provider with five years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and ensuring reliable care for their children, especially children with special needs. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and friendliness, allows me to connect easily with children. When it comes to...
Aniyah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Jeanne S.


Gary, IN

$14/hr5 yrs exp

Mom Of 5

I am a mom of 5, 26-10, and a former nanny of a special needs child. I currently do home health care for the elderly. I have always loved children and our elderly, and retired veterans. I'm regularly told I am a natural born caretaker. I have no problem with light housekeeping and meal prep. Please reach out if I can be of...
Jeanne can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Hailey R.


Valparaiso, IN

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

I have my Child Development Associates credential and also have experience working with children who are special needs , I have also taken several courses in teaching and helping children and adolescence with special needs. I am most familiar working and tutoring children and adolescents with ADHD , Autism, and Down Syndrome. I...
Hello! I have three special needs rescue kitties-Pickle, Egg, and Beans-and I love to create things and be outside. I love love love infant and toddler care, but really enjoy older kiddos who can do more activities with me, e. g. bake weekly treats for the family (though I'm very open to bake for you while littles naps if you...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I've enjoyed working with special needs children for several years now. I know American Sign Language.
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Janiyah L.


Gary, IN

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Janiyah, and I am the owner of Crafty Kids Care Childcare Services. I am a 20-year-old live-out nanny with over three years of experience in babysitting and nannying, as well as a part-time preschool daycare teacher. I am also a student in early childhood education My background includes working with families,...
Janiyah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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Zoe S.


Portage, IN

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Zoe

Families would describe me as patient, warm, and determined. This isn't just a job to me as I genuinely enjoy having fun with the kids and helping them grow! I have experience with children of all ages and special needs. Currently I am working on getting CPR certified.
Worked with children that have special needs at the Special Education Learning Facility of Porter County as a paraprofessional since January 2024. My room I was in specialized in kids grades kindergarten to third grade with autism that are nonverbal.
Caitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
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Janel H.


Crown Point, IN

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Play Expert And Oxytocin Maker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 24 years of experience working with infant-11-year-old with and without special needs from 1992-2016 when I took a lactation job at Evanston hospital. I have worked in the TMH department working with special needs children from 3-10 yo ; infants, 3-5-year-olds; taught preschool, and was a site director for the YMCA from...
Janel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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