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

36 special needs caregivers are listed in Michigan City, IN

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Michigan City, IN

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Cassidy B.


Westville, IN

$18-23/hr9 yrs exp

Great With Kids, Fun, Creative, Caring!

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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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Carissa H.


Portage, IN

$15-50/hr

Old Soul With A Listening Ear

A little about me: I am a momma bear, which is where my patience, love, and understanding traits kick in. I've been a caregiver and babysat all ages including special needs children. Growing up with my cousin T, I knew she needed extra attention and affirmation. T has Prader Willi Syndrome. From low muscle tone, eating...
Carissa can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
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Iris M.


Portage, IN

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

For 10+ years , I have helped those with developmental disabilities in many different ways. I have tutored people through both college and grade school. I have taught art and math and have assisted people navigate the community. I have also cared for those who need 24/7 care and assistance with ADLs and overnight care.
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Melanie Y.


Valparaiso, IN

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

-Experience as both a preschool teacher and early intervention behavioral therapist (special education) -BS in Psychology, with minors in biology and music. -Certified Early Childhood Education Master Teacher (California) -Certified PRT: Level 1. Training and experience in other ABA methods as well -Certified Paramedic (not...
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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...
I've enjoyed working with special needs children for several years now. I know American Sign Language.
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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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lexi N.


Valparaiso, IN

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

About Me

I am a highschool student. I am really good with kids. I have a car and my drivers license. Looking for after school child care I can also drive to after school practices and pick children up from school I started working with kids when I started watching my little brother and now my family and family friends hires me when they...
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. Though I prefer to focus on childcare. I am a retired Peds/NICU RN. I have worked with children and infants my whole career. I very much miss caring for and interacting with children and their families. Having retired nearly 2years ago, I am finding...
Renee can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Amelia M.


New Carlisle, IN

$16-50/hr4 yrs exp

About Me :)

I'd describe my personality as outgoing and funny. I like caring for people with special needs because they have always had a special place in my heart. Most people think differently of them, but I think of them as one of the most loving and intelligent individuals I have ever met. I'm looking for a job that is rewarding and is...
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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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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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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

Jocelyn C.


Valparaiso, IN

$10/hr10 yrs exp

Date Day/night Sitter, Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Jocelyn I am 27 years old and live in Valparaiso Indiana I am covid vaccinated and CPR and first aid trained. I've worked at an all special needs school here in Valparaiso and I'm a lead infant teacher currently in Chesterton! I have my cda ( Child Development accreditation. I enjoy making arts and crafts, being...
Jocelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Alyssa M A.


Portage, IN

$15-18/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi! I'm Alyssa and I'm always excited to meet new people and take on new opportunities. I have 7 years of experience babysitting, as well as experience with special needs children. I really enjoy playing with and getting to know different children! I have no allergies for households that may have different pets and am more than...
Alyssa M can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Ratings for Michigan City, IN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Michigan City, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 36 listed special needs caregivers.