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Aden B.


Nappanee, IN

$11-16/hr4 yrs exp

2nd Grade Teacher Doing Summer Time Sitting!

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Hello! I'm a second grade teacher in Elkhart looking to babysit or nanny over my summer break. I've ran summer camps, worked with individuals with special needs, come up with tons of fun activities for a Boys and Girls Club in Indy. Now I'm finishing up my first year teaching and can't imagine a summer away from kiddos!
Aden can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Meghann H.


Milford, IN

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Meghann and I enjoy helping people, animals and children! I enjoy helping the elderly and people with mental disabilities. I have experience with passing medications, assistance with walking and cooking (even meals that are mechanical soft and/or pureed). I can assist with wheelchair transfers and even hoyer...
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Rhyann B.


Wakarusa, IN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love caring for all infants and young children. I have worked with special needs for 5 years and have babysat since I was 12. I worked at a daycare handling 6 infants by myself for 2 years. I worked at the Rainbow's End Daycare for a year before becoming a nanny. I have experience working as an RBT using ABA therapy with...
Rhyann can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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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Kristine J.


Warsaw, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Care Taker/Nanny

4.4

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have extensive training and care. Raised 3 children of my own. I am very proud to say all are very successful. All my work experience is with children and young adults. I find it extremely rewarding to work with children and special needs students. I am fit, sharp and a very joyful person. I have great intuition about children...
Kristine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Sincerely loving, caring and patient. She's the closest thing to me being there myself. I completely trust her which is the most important thing to me."

Debbie S.

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Kristine J.


Warsaw, IN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been a care taker for over 20yrs. I've worked in Chicago for 15 yrs with Special Needs Students at the high school level. When my father was diagnosed with Dementia over 8 yrs ago, I then earned my CNA license and had a passion for working with the elderly. I am very comfortable with helping seniors that are wheelchair...
Kristine can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Kristine is very caring and reliable"

Shelley B.

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Alexia B.


Elkhart, IN

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Registered Behavioral Therapsit

I assist children with Autism with learning everyday skills as well as early developmental skills, I am certified safety care and CPR for children of all ages. I had 3 years experience doing this and it would be an honor to work with your kids
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Tiffany C.


Elkhart, IN

$15-25/hr20 yrs exp

Loving, Stay-at-home-Mom Looking To Provide Care

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I love children and I would love to care for yours; read on to see if we are a perfect fit. I am a 37-year-old married, fun-loving, and Christian woman and I have more than 20 years of paid experience in child care. I have my own safe, reliable transportation and I do not smoke, drink or curse. I was a CNA with...
Tiffany can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I rarely ever give anyone 5 Stars but Tiffany definitely deserves them! She babysat for 3 children during a business event I had to schedule. I will recommend her for any childcare needs you may have."

Mary W.

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Carson F.


Warsaw, IN

$18-28/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My Name is Carson, I am 27 years old and new to the Bay Area. I just recently moved here from Oklahoma with my Fiancé and would love to get back to nannying part time. Throughout college I was child caregiver for around 5 years and 3 years prior to that when I was in high school. Upon graduating college I've continued to nanny...
Carson can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We're so happy we hired Carson as our nanny. Our daughter was/is still super attached to her. Don't look anywhere else. Hire her or you're going to miss out."

Jonathan L.

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Madyson L.


South Bend, IN

$13-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. My years of babysitting have solidified my love for childcare. I'm a patient, calm, and creative individual with five years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I believe in open and honest communication with...
Madyson can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Gabrielle H.


Osceola, IN

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Gabby and I have been babysitting/in-home nannying on and off since age 14. I have worked with children of all ages and was an in-home nanny to a newborn for 2 years, as well as a special-needs caregiver. I am a new mama with a 5-month-old son. I'm looking for a family that will allow me to bring him into...
Gabrielle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jessica L.


Plymouth, IN

$10-50/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have Babysit 6 children, 3 of them were special needs, autistic, and ADHD. I also took care of a 67-year-old woman, Bathed, cooked, cleaned, changed her diaper, gave her meds, insulin shots. she was diabetic, high blood pressure, heart problems, pick her up move her around, she wasn't able to get by on her own
5.0
"Jessica is reliable, responsible and eager to learn the specifics of our family's needs. She is proactive and creative with caring for our sister, but she also knows when to ask questions and is respectful of our wishes. She is doing an excellent job for our...

Maureen B.

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Emily G.


Mishawaka, IN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny And House Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

UNAVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. After a few years in corporate, I am ready to get back into my true passion. Kids. Work history, I have spent most of my life nannying full time for a few amazing families, word limit doesn't let me share but I was so lucky and learned so much from each. 3. 5 yrs an incredible and sweet boy w/high...
Emily can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Emily is a gem, she has worked for our family on and off for 3 1/2 years and is like part of our family. She is very hard working, organized and generous with herself and her heart. She will execute on anything you need done in the house and with your children....

Brianna S.

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Lori C.


Plymouth, IN

$24-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hi Friend!

Compassionate and dedicated Registered Technician with a passion for helping individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Seeking a rewarding position where I can apply my knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques to assist in the development and growth of individuals with special needs! I specialize in trauma...
Lori can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Dara M.


Goshen, IN

$12-20/hr9 yrs exp

Caretaker With 4 Years Of Experience Working With Special Needs Adults

I am currently a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional as a full time job and have been in the field since 2014. I have experience with people with Autism, Down Syndrome, Schizophrenia, Seizure disorder, and Dementia. I am trained in CPR and first aid. Within the group home experiences, I have picked up on many traits,...
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Cylie M.


Warsaw, IN

$12-50/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Or Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I must note that I have an infant who would need to come with me to any jobs I take. I consider her my promotion from God! I have been caring for children for 15 years. Ages range from infants to middle schoolers. I also have experience in education. Kids are my passion; I find it easy to relate to them on a personal level to...
Cylie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Emma M.


Mishawaka, IN

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

Prior RBT certified , currently working for a company that specializes in the who child health of individuals with autism. Looking for part time extra hours.
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Kimberly K.


Warsaw, IN

$15-22/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! I am looking for one-night babysitting jobs or really anything in the evenings or weekends. I currently work full time at Bowen Center, but I am trying to save a little extra for my wedding coming up in October. :) I have over 10 years of experience babysitting, as I started babysitting when I was in middle school! When I...
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Sarah S.


South Bend, IN

$17-33/hr7 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny With Special Needs Training And Experience!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

hello! I am a 23-year-old college student currently finishing up my bachelors degree in psychology with plans to begin my masters degree in occult therapy in august 2023. I have 7+ years experience working with children, elderly, and disabled individuals. I have worked as a camp counselor, nanny, direct support professional, and...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kara W.


Warsaw, IN

$12-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hello!

Hello, my name is Kara, and I am 22 years old. I am currently employed as a specialized paraprofessional at a local elementary school. Because I work in the school system, I am currently looking for summer, before/after school, or occasional opportunities. I have around 8 years of experience, between working in a functional...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Nappanee, IN

Kristine J.

5.0

Sincerely loving, caring and patient. She's the closest thing to me being there myself. I completely trust her which is the most important thing to me.

- Debbie S.

Kristine J.

5.0

Kristine is very caring and reliable

- Shelley B.

Tiffany C.

5.0

I rarely ever give anyone 5 Stars but Tiffany definitely deserves them! She babysat for 3 children during a business event I had to schedule. I will recommend her for any childcare needs you may have.

- Mary W.

Carson F.

5.0

We're so happy we hired Carson as our nanny. Our daughter was/is still super attached to her. Don't look anywhere else. Hire her or you're going to miss out.

- Jonathan L.

Jessica L.

5.0

Jessica is reliable, responsible and eager to learn the specifics of our family's needs. She is proactive and creative with caring for our sister, but she also knows when to ask questions and is respectful of our wishes. She is doing an excellent job for our family.

- Maureen B.

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