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Aden B.


Nappanee, IN

$11-16/hr • 4 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, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jendaesha B.


Nappanee, IN

$25/hr • 4 yrs exp

I'm a passionate childcare provider with 4 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm dedicated to fostering children's growth and development by creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. My patient, calm, and friendly nature allows me to connect with children easily and build strong relationships...
Jendaesha can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Rhyann B.


Wakarusa, IN

$20-25/hr • 10 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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Rhyann B.


Wakarusa, IN

$11-16/hr • 6 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

$19-25/hr • 10 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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kristine was kind and took wonderful care of my children! I highly recommend her!"

Bridget M.

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Kristine J.


Warsaw, IN

$20-25/hr • 10 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: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Kristine is very caring and reliable"

Shelley B.

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Alexia B.


Elkhart, IN

$18/hr • 3 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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Meredith S.


Elkhart, IN

$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny!

Hello there! I am a 25-year-old with more than 10 years of experience in babysitting. I also nannied my niece and nephew (at the time ages 1 and 2. 5) during the pandemic for about a year. These positions have taught me so much about working with children in general, and especially those who have special needs! I am CPR, first...
Meredith can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is lovely! Very dependable and great with children. "

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Tiffany C.


Elkhart, IN

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am a married, 38-yr old, homeschooling mother, and small business owner. Thanks to the support of my loving husband, I finally went back to school where I earned my BA in Business Administration. I'm an easy going, christian woman, with 20+ years of paid child care experience. I have my own vehicle(s) and have...
Tiffany can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CNA

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/hr • 10 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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/hr • 5 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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Madyson is very reliable, patient and informative. She has a sweet and gentle personality, which helped my kids warm up to her instantly. They always ask when she can come back. Whenever she cares for them she makes sure they do what they need to do and gives me...

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Jessica L.


Plymouth, IN

$10-50/hr • 3 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/hr • 10 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, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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/hr • 6 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Kerstin B.


Warsaw, IN

$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hello my name is Kerstin I work for Cardinal Services but I'm looking to pick up extra job I love working with people with disabilities because they don't have disabilities they have abilities to do what they would love to do
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Dara M.


Goshen, IN

$12-20/hr • 9 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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Meredith S.


Elkhart, IN

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

Registered Behavior Technician with more than two years of experience with special needs children!
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Cylie M.


Warsaw, IN

$12-50/hr • 10 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Emma M.


Mishawaka, IN

$20-30/hr • 5 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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Meredith S.


Elkhart, IN

$8-35/hr

Friendly, Caring Person Who Would Love To Care For A Senior!

Hello there! My name is Meredith, I am 23 years old and currently work as a registered behavior technician at Lighthouse autism center. Although most of my paid experience has been working with children, I feel I would be a great candidate to take care of a senior! I am an extremely compassionate, patient, and caring individual....
Meredith can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning

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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.

Meredith S.

5.0

She is lovely! Very dependable and great with children.

- Care member

Tiffany C.

5.0

She was wonderful,timley , Left me with no worries.I will use her again for dog watching.

- Care member

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.

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