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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Mishawaka, IN

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Mishawaka, IN

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Sophia W.


South Bend, IN

$17-20/hr2 yrs exp

Experience Working With Autistic And ADHD Children

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I have full-time nannied an autistic child, have experience working with children who are special needs, and am myself diagnosed with ADHD. I find I can connect and work well with children who are neurodivergent.
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Rhyann B.


Wakarusa, IN

$11-16/hr6 yrs exp

I worked with a child 1:1 for 5 years, he had several disabilities and no main diagnosis which meant constant medication changes and doctor's appointments which I accompanied. I have experience with seizures, behavioral issues, mental and physical delays, speech delays, aggressive behaviors, etc. I also worked at an Autism...
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Destiny M.


South Bend, IN

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

SLPA/ Nanny, Special needs caregiver

Hello, I'm Destiny! I am a recent SLP graduate student from Indiana University South Bend. I will be going to school in the spring to become a CCC-SLP. During this time, I wanted a job that I could have simultaneously while earning my masters degree. I have been a member of Care since 2018, and had great reviews (but was logged...
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Tom R.


South Bend, IN

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Grandpa

Grandfather with years of experience. I have 5 grandchildren I care for on a regular basis as well as my own child that is special needs. I am fun loving, caring and love taking care of children.
Tom can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Erin M.


South Bend, IN

$19-30/hr5 yrs exp

I am a senior in college with extensive experience caring for gifted and special needs children- I was a private nanny to multiple families for around 5 years and, during that time, gained skills in cooking for young children, conflict de-escalation, encouraging healthy discussions of feelings and boundaries, and most of all,...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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Sarah C.


Granger, IN

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver With Some Special Needs Experience!

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...
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Sarah S.


South Bend, IN

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Friendly, Caring Companion With Experience

hello! I am a 22-year-old college student currently finishing my psychology degree at Indiana University South and starting graduate school for occupational therapy in fall 2022! I worked as a camp counselor at a summer camp for individuals with special needs from 2014 through 2019 and as a direct support professional with Logan...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Hello! I am Kaylee and I'm 26 years old. I graduated cum laude from Ball State University with a degree in Special Education Intense Interventions and a minor in Autism Spectrum Disorder. I am CPR/FA/AED certified. I have experience including babysitting, working in before/after school care, taking care of the elderly with...
Kaylee can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am a CNA and home health aide. I have worked in 2 facilities in Elkhart on the Alzheimer's unit and long term care unit. I have worked in the home as well. I currently am helping a lovely gentleman a few mornings a week get up for the day and eat breakfast, take his meds and blood sugars. I also helped his family go through...
Susan can also help with: Dementia, transportation, light cleaning, errands, respite care, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Sarah S.


South Bend, IN

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver With Special Needs Training And Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

hello! I am a 24-year-old graduate student pursing my masters degree in occupational therapy. I have 7+ years experience working with children, elderly, and disabled individuals. I have worked as a camp counselor, nanny, direct support professional, and respite caregiver. I have experience assisting individuals with ADL's such...
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Tom R.


South Bend, IN

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Caretaker For Any Age , Tom

I'm here to help you take care of your loved ones. From doctor appointments, errands , pet care, playing games , church , miscellaneous outings to helping on household tasks I'm available to help. I have a newer suv , perfect driving record and I'm a non smoker. As well I have 2 special needs adult kids and have experience with...
Tom can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep
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Violet M.


Notre Dame, IN

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, I Am Violet!

I am currently attending Saint Mary's College. I am in the nursing program, and planning to graduate with a bachelors in nursing. In the fall I will be a sophomore. I was a caregiver for the Bandar family, entrusted with the care of their three children, twin boys, aged two, and an 8-year-old boy. I provided childcare services,...
Violet can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Chloe F.


Osceola, IN

$18/hr10 yrs exp

4.7

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm an experienced and passionate childcare provider with a decade of hands-on experience nurturing children of various ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development led me to this fulfilling career. I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly, which creates a nurturing environment for children to thrive. With...
Chloe can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Chloe is very dependable. Loves children and loves to make others happy. She has a very big heart and is eager to learn more every day. "

Becky C.

Elizabeth D.


South Bend, IN

$21/hr2 yrs exp

Energetic Twenty-Year-Old Sitter!

Recently switched from full time to part time work at the hospital and looking to spend the rest of my time and energy with the little ones! My previous experience includes work as behavior technician for children with special needs at Logan's autism center. Have been working as a cardiac rehab specialist at the hospital for the...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I have over 26 years assisting special needs individuals. I have experience from working in group homes, home care, and day programs.

Bryon B.


South Bend, IN

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

I Am Responsible, Reliable And Attentive.

I'm a great person to use for last minute arrangements when you need a sitter. I have experience caring for individuals of all ages and abilities, including special needs.
Bryon can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Lea G.


South Bend, IN

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

I grew up helping my mom in her classroom as a Special Needs and Abilities Teacher. I continued to substitue in her classroom and others through out nursing school. I've been an LPN now for 13 years with experience in Acute Care, Long term Care as well as assisted living. I left my nurse job to take care of my grandmother in her...

Bryon B.


South Bend, IN

$14/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver And Behavior Management Specialist

I started my caregiving experience when I was 23 years-old as my grandmother's primary caregiver until her death from cancer, and recently my aunt who died from liver failure. I have worked with adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities for 6 years, and currently I have been giving non-licensed medical care to...
I am very understanding and accommodating. I know very few basic signs. I am very calm and can stay calm in an situations.
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Angela C.


South Bend, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I had custody of a child from birth to 12 yrs of age with ADHD, development delays, and separation disorder. He is now 15 yrs. old and doing well. I have also worked with other mentally challenged teens and young adults as well as seniors.
5.0
"Angela is the absolute best!! She took care of our newborn at night from very early on all the way until 10 months old and continues to babysit for us as well. I would recommend her to everyone, especially those with newborns! My husband and I were able to get much...

Sara B.

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