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25 special needs caregivers are listed in Huntington, IN
The average posted rate is $13/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Huntington, IN
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working with mentally and physically disabled persons ages 9-72 in a home setting. I have helped with basic needs such as bathing and cooking meals. I have experience working with many disabilities: Autism, cognitive delays, and seizure disorders to name a few. Very comfortable with distributing medication...
5.0
"Megan worked for me last year caring for my dear sister. She was very sympathetic to Rachel's needs and took care of her very well. Megan was a blessing to have around and was almost like family to us, I was sad to say goodbye to her when we moved states."
Belinda L.
Briana K.
Huntington, IN
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love to spend time outdoors and work with people, I have 6+ years with kids with special needs, I am a very organized person who is flexible.
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Willing to do any chores needed to be done around the house and I am also pretty good at coming up with cute little crafts for the kids to do. Used to work with special needs kids so if you happen to have a kiddo who needs a little more attention...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi! My name is Jadyn P. I just graduated from Indiana University Bloomington with my. Bachelors of Science in Applied Health Sciences! I had a major of Human Development and Family Studies with a minor in Speech and Hearing Sciences! I have had over 10 years of experience with children of all ages and personalities! I have...
Jadyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.3
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Madalynn, and it's nice to meet you. I am a mother to two children, a boy who is 5 years old and a daughter who will soon turn 7 years old. This year marks the end of my career in the United States Navy. In addition to running my own company, I'm also a student at Purdue University, where I concentrate on behavior...
Madalynn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
3.0
"Our kids loved her- She was very conscientious and kind BUT she showed up 30-40 minutes late (ONCE) so my child got dropped off by the bus and no one was home. Background check also never completed. "
Kayla C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a Child Development/Early Childhood Education Degree as well as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. I have worked with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers for over 25 years in various capacities. (Licensed Family Childcare provider on a Naval Base, Center Director, Montessori Teacher, Parent Educator, and Private Nanny) I have...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Michelle is amazing! We hired her for in-home care of our 8-month old. He quickly took to her and she takes such great care of him. She is punctual and communicates well for scheduling, and is just a joy to talk to. We are so grateful that we found Michelle on Care...
Jessica L.
5.0
(2)
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, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Megan is great and our kids love her. We have her babysit every few weeks. She is fun and the house always looks better when we get back than when we left because she works with the kids to clean up after themselves and a touch more. We will continue to use her...
Karen C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years experience working with persons with disabilities. I have a heart for the disability community and want to encourage and assist people in having the best life possible. I know a few basic signs in ASL and am teachable in learning how to communicate with each individual. I am patient and empathetic.
5.0
"Danielle did an awesome job. I'm disabled and needed help cleaning my place after my last person was no longer able to do it. It had been 2 months since the last cleaning. She deep cleaned my entire apartment, did laundry, took out trash, and did so cheerfully....
Steven Z.
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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi there! I am a professional caretaker with experience in caring for toddlers, children, and adults with ASD, Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and FAS. I am a very positive and caring individual with attention to detail in all aspects of work. My goal in work is to make your child feel save, loved, and cared for:) I graduated...
I have watched special needs children for 3 years in the childcare center that I worked in. I have always made sure to give them attention by playing games with them and sitting with them as much as possible so they would feel comfortable coming to me if someone was picking on them. My cousin is mentally disabled and was...
Jessika K.
Roann, IN
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very reliable person with a lot of energy and a positive attitude. I have been around kids all my life, from infants to teenagers. I have done multiple babysitting jobs for multiple families. I am currently working at a day care part time while I am still taking classes for Early Childhood Education to work with...
Jessika can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Megan S.
Fort Wayne, IN
$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm an RBT looking for some morning hours. I wouldn't be able to provide ABA therapy without being under a BCBA, but I am comfortable working with those diagnosed with ASD.
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: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My husband was injured in car accident several years ago and I have taken care of him since. This has given me a passion for those with disabilities and families that are experiencing hardship. I have experience with tracheotomies and feedings tubes and am currently in nursing school pursuing my second degree.
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, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am very skilled in one on one care for all sorts of different situations. I have helped with epilepsy, cerebral palsy, MS, and many other disorders. Every person deserves great care and love, let me help.
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, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am currently a graduate student at Huntington University's Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program. I have learned basics of transferring, using adaptive equipment, and assisting with basic ADLs and IADLs. I am currently NOT certified/ licensed, but I am in the process of learning more about the OT profession, and how to work...
I am a mom to 1 little boy, and a stepmom to a toddler girl with special needs. I know how to care for special needs children. I absolutely love spending time with little ones. I only have experience with family members children and my own.
Catilena can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Huntington, IN
Megan S.
5.0
Megan worked for me last year caring for my dear sister. She was very sympathetic to Rachel's needs and took care of her very well. Megan was a blessing to have around and was almost like family to us, I was sad to say goodbye to her when we moved states.
- Belinda L.
Madalynn J.
3.0
Our kids loved her- She was very conscientious and kind BUT she showed up 30-40 minutes late (ONCE) so my child got dropped off by the bus and no one was home. Background check also never completed.
- Kayla C.
Michelle W.
5.0
Michelle is amazing! We hired her for in-home care of our 8-month old. He quickly took to her and she takes such great care of him. She is punctual and communicates well for scheduling, and is just a joy to talk to. We are so grateful that we found Michelle on Care when we did!
- Jessica L.
Megan S.
5.0
Dependable, communicates well, trustworthy. My child was comfortable and felt safe. She even drove her to appointment. Highly recommend
- Jenelle Y.
Danielle S.
5.0
Danielle did an awesome job. I'm disabled and needed help cleaning my place after my last person was no longer able to do it. It had been 2 months since the last cleaning. She deep cleaned my entire apartment, did laundry, took out trash, and did so cheerfully. She's amazing and worth every penny.
- Steven Z.
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