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Dawn E.


Kouts, IN

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available

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Experience assisting the elderly, the fragile, the extra special. In nursing home and at care home for a teenager that had been in an accident. I am a good listener and very patient. I am willing to come to your home to help you with your needs.
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Julie H.


Valparaiso, IN

$14-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Babysitter/Tutor

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a fun, caring and reliable babysitter/tutor with over 15 years of experience working with children of all ages. I have a B. A. in Human Development and Family Studies from Purdue University Northwest. A couple years ago, I worked as a Site Leader for the Hobart Family YMCA after school program where I was responsible...
Julie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Alyssia J.


Hobart, IN

$14-19/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

3.0

(2)

I am a substitute teacher for a nearby school district. I have been a nanny for several years. I have experience working with special needs and all ages. I am a nonsmoker, have my own transportation , and can provide references.
5.0
"The kids love her! I can trust her to always have my kids best interest in mind."

Nicole J.

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Bryancka J.


Crown Point, IN

$20-34/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working in the health care field for five years. I love what I do. I am very compassionate. I am certified in CPR. I am certified by the state of Illinois. My qualifications include: -Meal preparation -Reporting changes in client's physical condition, behavior or, appearance -Accompany client on walks, community...
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Elizabeth T.


Valparaiso, IN

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Patient Creativebug

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Elizabeth. I am 23 years old and have 7+ years of experience with young children. I am easygoing but can be firm when I need to be. I've enjoyed working with children since I was 12. I'm creative, fun, and have a personality that most kids just can't resist. (I'm also good with most pets!) In recent years I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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...
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
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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Zoe M.


Valparaiso, IN

$18-24/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

I have been a care giver for 4 years including elderly patients, middle aged disabled adults, and young children with special needs. This is my passion
Zoe can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia & more
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Cassidy B.


Westville, IN

$18-23/hr9 yrs exp

Great With Kids, Fun, Creative, Caring!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 9 years of experience, ranging from Newborns-12 years of age. I can help with Housekeeping and Crafts. I love kids and I'm very great with them. I'm a positive and creative thinker. I'm reliable, understanding. I can help you and your kids out with whatever you need. I have a lot of experience taking care of children. I...
Cassidy can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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...
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Bridget S.


Valparaiso, IN

$12-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello

Hi my name is Bridget, I am 36 and a mother of a wonderful 7-year-old girl. I have worked with special needs children for over 15 years for Crown Point Schools. I decided to let that job go to be home with my daughter when she started pre-k. Fast forward 3 years she is know going into second grader and would love to get back to...
Bridget can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I'm passionate about caring for children, which is why I've worked in childcare for the past two years. I previously worked in a clinic with children with special needs, which taught me patience and a knack for communicating with kids. I am also CPR and First Aid certified. I think children learn best through play, so I ensure...
Adriana can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Megan M.


Valparaiso, IN

$12-22/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Megan, I am 22 years old and I am currently a senior nursing major. I love kids and have been babysitting and working in my church's youth ministry for many years. I worked at a special needs park district for 2 years and I have experience working in a hospital as well. I am CPR/First Aid certified. I love being...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

I've enjoyed working with special needs children for several years now. I know American Sign Language.
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
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Alexis B.


Valparaiso, IN

$16/hr3 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

My whole life I've been the oldest sibling. So, that came with the responsibility to mature very fast and care for all of my younger siblings. I've watched them since I was young and that always stuck around considering I still have younger siblings aging from 10-14 that I still care for at times. Also, my mom and her friend...
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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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Christie B.


Valparaiso, IN

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

DSP

I have worked as a DSP caring for and helping with ADL's. Med certification have held CPI certification I also have CPR and first aid Certification. Have provided personal care and Job assistance and training
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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,...

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