Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Merrillville, IN

$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

5.0

(6)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Jackie and I absolutely love kids. I have a bachelor's degree in special education as well as elementary education through western governors university. I have been babysitting since about age 14 and have loved it ever since. I've had 5 years experience with special needs and also 6 years experience overall. I...

Jackie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Excellent work ethic, she actually nannied for my younger brother a few years back! She's great with kids and is very dependable. You won't regret hiring! "

Madi G.

Darra J.

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

My Passion

5.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families 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...

Darra can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, errands, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning & more

5.0

"Darra is amazing! She helped my mom who was in home hospice with dementia during the final weeks of her life. Darra is very skilled and knowledgeable. She has a calming and pleasant disposition. She was very supportive for both me and my mother. Even though my mom...

Shavon F.

Darra J.

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Jackie E.

$18-25/hr • 4 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...

Emily Y.

$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Emily . I have 15+ years experience caring for kids as a babysitter, teacher, and instructor. I have a bachelor's degree in music education from Valparaiso University. I enjoy playing and being creative with the children in my care. I have a particular passion for working with children with special needs! I am...

Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Aniyah K.

$10-18/hr • 5 yrs exp

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

Kaylie T.

Griffith, IN

$18/hr • 7 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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.

Christy A.

Griffith, IN

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Caregiver - Teacher And Mother

5.0

(4)

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

"She is a wonderful person, trustworthy and compassionate!"

Angelica A.

Jenna R.

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!

4.5

(4)

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

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids. "

Maria W.

Alyssia J.

Hobart, IN

$14-19/hr • 7 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.

Janiyah L.

Gary, IN

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance

5.0

"She was so kind, My girls loved her! they still ask about her until this day!"

Care member

Julie A.

$21-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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...

Bryancka J.

Crown Point, IN

$20-34/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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...

Yasmeen F.

Highland, IN

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter & Smile Creator

5.0

(4)

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...

Emily R.

Gary, IN

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Looking For Long Term/Full-Time Family To Work With

5.0

(4)

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: Travel, swimming supervision

Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Emily was fantastic. Our girls loved her. She played and did crafts with them , prepped dinner and got them off to bed . She even helped them to clean up their play room together. We felt safe and secure leaving our little ones with Emily."

Care member

Danielle S.

Griffith, IN

$11-16/hr • 1 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Camesha S.

$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp

SMILE CREATOR

I have 7years of experience. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I love kids I have 12 siblings. I have twin nieces who are 5 years old . I'm reliable. I work with special needs at a school right now and I love it. I started to love watching kids when I found out my sister has special needs . I just found it made me so...

Camesha can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance

Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Janel H.

Crown Point, IN

$30-40/hr • 10 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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more

Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Rachel G.

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

I love being around children. I have worked at a special needs pediatric clinic, was a daycare teacher for 2 years, and continue to work with the special needs population.

Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more

Skills:

CNA

CPR

Sara C.

Hobart, IN

$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

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