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180 special needs caregivers are listed in Indianapolis, IN
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of September 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Indianapolis, IN
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 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: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
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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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kayla. I have cared for children of many ages (newborn to 11 years) for the past 15 years. I graduated college with a degree in Elementary Education. In 2017 I returned from Australia where I was an Au Pair. The last 4. 5 years I have been doing a nanny share. During the days, I have also helped to keep the...
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kayla was wonderful with our baby! She was punctual, friendly, and professional. She also did a wonderful giving our daughter time to warm up to her. We appreciated that!
We will be using her again soon!"
Krista T.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience as a nanny (23+ years) as well as experience as an Early Childhood Education Teacher. In addition I have worked as a Family Advocate for an Early Head Start program in which I regularly completed developmental screenings and provided lesson plans and goals to assist parents with providing an emergent curriculum...
Michele can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Carolie has been with our family for 20 months and cared full time for our two young children during her tenure.
Carolie has a long history of being in the childcare industry - she worked at larger daycares as well as provided private nanny services to other...
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Ashley G.
Indianapolis, IN
$25-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Longtime childcare professional with a passion for facilitating education and growth in young children. 10 years experience as full-time nanny, pre-kindergarten teacher, infant teacher, babysitter. Knowledgeable on child development and age appropriate expectations. Experienced with special needs including ADHD and type 1...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Ashley worked in our infant room and later moved to our pre-k room.
She was a wonderful, attentive caregiver to our infants. She was not rattled at all in a room of 8 babies. She worked well with her Asst teacher. She was well liked by the parents of her class...
Adventure A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Megan. I have a bachelor's degree in Child Development with a minor in psychology. I also have 8 years of professional experience working with children of all ages in many different settings. Much of my experience comes from caring for infants and toddlers in childcare settings and as a nanny. I also worked as...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"We absolutely love having Megan around! She has been nannying for my son since December, when he was 2 months old. She is so amazing with infants and we often joke that we should just ask Megan when we can't figure something out with him because she seems to have...
Danielle B.
Penny K.
Indianapolis, IN
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been given in-home care to clients ranging from newborn to seniors. A service that I've enjoyed for over 25 years. I have traveled with families, worked in Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Alzheimer's Unit, Private Duty Nursing, Hospice. Special Needs of all ages, Geriatrics, showering and light duty housekeeping I also have a...
Penny can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Penny was a lifesaver! My dad fell and broke his hip and we did not know how to care for him. Penny came into our home with such knowledge, confidence, and ease. She is responsible for healing my dad! She took such wonderful care of him. She progressed him from a...
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Carilla M.
Indianapolis, IN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have just recently moved back to Indianapolis from Florida I have 2 adult kids and 1 grandchild that live with me. My 30-year-old daughter has special needs I have a son who lives on theSW side and works for a union doing concrete and Last but not least I have a 30-year-old stepson, who is a deputy in Florida. He is married...
Carilla can also help with: Respite care, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, transportation, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Carilla was extremely helpful in taking care of my father. She is professional, kind and dependable. He was certainly not the easiest person to deal with, but she did a wonderful job with him and also keeping me updated as necessary.
Would definitely recommend...
Hiq L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 10 plus years of Nanny/Elderly Care experience ranging from infants to our beloved parents. I am very passionate about my work/career as well as being reliable. I also have experience with Special Needs, medical equipment, and I'm in the medical field. Some of my qualifications are: Homecare, Daycare, Facility...
Sherry can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"We recently had the pleasure of having Sherry care for our daughter over a three-day period, and we couldn't be more grateful for the wonderful care she provided. Despite our daughter feeling a bit under the weather, Sherry was remarkably attentive, ensuring she...
Stephen J.
I am very passionate about caring for those with special needs. Currently, I am a Registered Behavior Technician who provides intensive, 1 on 1, Applied Behavior Analysis therapy to children aged 2-12 years old. Before I graduated college, I volunteered at Reigns of Life for 5 years - a non-profit organization where people of...
I was a former teacher and youth social service worker. I have cared for children with EH, DD, autism, visual impairment, ADHD, and learning disabilities. I have 10 years teaching with the state of Indiana for both the Indiana School for the Blind and Knightstown Children's Home, and Homestead Christian School. I have worked...
Hi there- I work as a behavior analyst at an ABA clinic and am looking for ways to connect with and help families with special needs in my spare time. I have a full time job so my availability is evenings and weekends at this time.
I have been a special needs caregiver for years. I am trained in the Nurtured Heart Approach through Outside the Box Indy. I am kind, patient, and supportive. I would love to talk more about what your loved one's needs and how I can help!
Extensive medical training. Former ER RN. Have worked with clients with an array of physical, mental &
Psychological challenges. Please contact for interview request. Thanks!
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...
Hello, I am extremely interested in providing care to individuals with special needs. I have previous experience caring for children with autism, downs syndrome, and cerebral palsy. My nursing background has prepared me for a number of different encounters and I would love to help assist with your needs. A little about myself, I...
Lena S.
Indianapolis, IN
$21-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced HHA And Team Leader Supporting Families Of Loved Ones With Special Needs.
I have worked in the field supporting Individuals who are Intellectually Disabled for over 25 years. I enjoy supporting families and individuals live their best life.
I started in Respite care with toddlers and teens. I have worked in group homes and supported individuals who live in their own apartments. I can run errands and...
Lauren W.
Indianapolis, IN
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Special Education Teacher Experienced In Respite Care
After graduating college, I had a difficult time finding a teaching position. I had worked for a respite care service company as a provider for many families with children and adults with special needs. I also worked for 2 years as a classroom assistant in a middle school and high school. I started working at the school I am...
I have been an RN since 2014 and was a nurses aid from 2007 till 2014. I have worked as an RN with patient populations from newborn to senior care as a bedside RN.
I also have a special needs child of my own.
I am still employed as an RN, but I would love to help others on my off tine! Feel free to shoot me a message to...
Robin B.
Indianapolis, IN
$10-20/hr • 10 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.
I have 8 years regular child care experience. I have also babysat a young child with Down Syndrome for 2 years. I volunteered in a high school special education class for a year.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Indianapolis, IN
Haley K.
5.0
Excellent! She was friendly, on time, and connected well with my child and pets. Highly recommend.
- Care member
Kayla L.
5.0
Kayla was wonderful with our baby! She was punctual, friendly, and professional. She also did a wonderful giving our daughter time to warm up to her. We appreciated that!
We will be using her again soon!
- Krista T.
Michele M.
5.0
Carolie has been with our family for 20 months and cared full time for our two young children during her tenure.
Carolie has a long history of being in the childcare industry - she worked at larger daycares as well as provided private nanny services to other families in the community. Her...
- Care member
Ashley G.
5.0
We can't say enough good things about Ashley. She originally going to be with us for several months, but then life changed that. She was with us for 6 weeks and prepared our 4/5month old for daycare in the best ways. She just was wonderful, she was always moving from activity to activity with our...
- Chelsea C.
Megan T.
5.0
We absolutely love having Megan around! She has been nannying for my son since December, when he was 2 months old. She is so amazing with infants and we often joke that we should just ask Megan when we can't figure something out with him because she seems to have all the tricks. Megan is a jump...
- Danielle B.
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Ratings for Indianapolis, IN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Indianapolis, IN are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 69 reviews of the 180 listed special needs caregivers.