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Ruby H.


Fort Wayne, IN

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Ruby! I love getting to interact with kids no matter what the age! I used to be a tutor so I have experience with giving academic help! I also enjoy doing crafts, swimming, exploring new places and playing games!
Hello, my name is Brianna. I have many year of experience in childcare, with all age groups and with special needs. I am CPR and first aid certified as well as I have my CDA in child education. I'm looking for a babysitting/nanny job. I do have a 1-month-old baby that I would like to bring to work with me. Please message me if...
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Hilary D.


Fort Wayne, IN

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Tutor with a Degree in Special Education

I am the oldest of six kids and have grown up as the great niece of an uncle and father all with special needs. I studied Special Education in school and am currently looking for a family or families in need of help. I worked at Arc of Wabash County for two years before accepting a position in a classroom. I have worked in...
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Richelle W.


Fort Wayne, IN

$15-29/hr10 yrs exp

In Home Caregiving

I have more than 10 years experience working in the care industry and have developed a compassionate approach. I work hard to get to know my clients, so I can help them enjoy their interests and hobbies. I have worked with people with autism, Down's syndrome, and all levels of developmental disabilities. I have worked in the...
Hello, my name is Morgan. I will be in nyc February-March and back in the city early May. I am currently in online school. I am majoring in special education. I have a gentle demeanor and very patient. I hope to be a perfect fit for you and your family.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I just moved to Charleston from Indiana! While in Indiana I was a nanny: February 2017-August 2019. Some of the duties included the following Responsible for full time care of children ages newborn through 8 years. Ensured the health and social well-being of special needs child with Down Syndrome. Proactively created structured...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kyla H.


Fort Wayne, IN

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've taken care of kids of all ages since I was 10 years old, including kids with special needs, so I'm willing to adapt to any of your child's needs.
Kyla can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Rosemary G.


Saint Joe, IN

$10/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time or Full-Time

5.0

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Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I have 8 children, 3 are in school. I have lots of experience. I love children. I helped with a 2 sets of twins. I have experience with special needs children. I live on 18 acres of land with lots of woods with my husband and 8 children. We have 1 Pomeranian house dog. I know that your children will have fun at our house...
Rosemary can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rosemary took great care of my children. She is flexible and easy to work with. I truly believe she enjoys having my kids around. "

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Ellyssa B.


Hoagland, IN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time or Full-Time Caregiver Available

I'm currently a stay-at-home mom with my special needs 5-year-old, who will be starting school in a few months. I am CPR and first aid certified, and just finished my schooling for my home health aide certificate. My son is a heart transplant recipient and my mother is a pediatric nurse so I'm very well-versed in the health...
Ellyssa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ellyssa is a natural when it comes to taking care of children. I have seen her interact with numerous kids and each one she bonds with almost instantly. While I do not have a child myself, if there was anyone I would trust to take care of a child, it would be...

Vanessa F.

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Madalynn J.


Fort Wayne, IN

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

4.3

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Madalynn, and it's nice to meet you. I am a mother to two children, a boy who is 5 years old and a daughter who will soon turn 7 years old. This year marks the end of my career in the United States Navy. In addition to running my own company, I'm also a student at Purdue University, where I concentrate on behavior...
Madalynn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Madalynn was extremely patient and kind towards our family. She is very experienced and showed a lot of affection and interest towards our family. She is a sweet young lady and we would have loved to hire her but it didn't work out on our ends; but she did meet our...

Virginia C.

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Christine K.


Fort Wayne, IN

$15-30/hr20 yrs exp

That Grandma You Always Wanted

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm a dedicated childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With 20 years of experience, I've been fortunate to positively impact the lives of children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My patient, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect easily with children and build strong...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Christine was wonderful! She has great experience with children personally (as a mom and grandma) and professionally (her work as teacher and being hired for other babysitting jobs). She arrived on time and loved on our 8 month old daughter while daycare was closed...

Ally Y.

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Samantha D.


Fort Wayne, IN

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny

I have mainly cared for small children and adolescents with special needs but I also have 6 years of experience caring for young children and infants as well. I am very outgoing with a love for teaching children. I am CPR and first aid certified. I graduated with my bachelors in psychology and sociology at PFW. . My main goal is...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I'm a college student at Purdue University Fort Wayne looking for part time work with some wonderful kids! I'm majoring in Psychology and I would love to work with kids full time someday. For my current experience with kids, I volunteered as a teacher's aid for special needs children for 1 school year and I have worked at the...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Samantha D.


Fort Wayne, IN

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Professional Caretaker

Hi there! I am a professional caretaker with experience in caring for toddlers, children, and adults with ASD, Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and FAS. I am a very positive and caring individual with attention to detail in all aspects of work. My goal in work is to make your child feel save, loved, and cared for:) I graduated...
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Kelly B.


Auburn, IN

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Kelly and I am a Certified Occupational Assistant. I have been trained in sensory integration therapies, Astronaut Training, Therapeutic Listening, Therapressure Brushing and other sensory strategies. I assisted with starting an Autism Support group and building a sensory gym during my 12 years at Dekalb...
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Ashley C.


Fort Wayne, IN

$18-26/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Ashley. I have worked in healthcare since Being 15years old placing me at around 17 years of experience. I have extensive experience in senior care. I have past work experience at Parkview in the inpatient rehab facility. Five years of nursing home experience and countless years of in home care services...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Ashley was a great caregiver for my dad. She would take him on walks, work with him on his therapy exercises, help with his bathing and dressing, make sure he was getting his fluids so he wouldn’t get dehydrated and take him to and from his appointments. When dad...

Jennifer M.

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Kim W.


Fort Wayne, IN

$8-10/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Fort Wayne Babysitter

I have watched special needs children for 3 years in the childcare center that I worked in. I have always made sure to give them attention by playing games with them and sitting with them as much as possible so they would feel comfortable coming to me if someone was picking on them. My cousin is mentally disabled and was...
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Emily S.


Fort Wayne, IN

$11-16/hr

Occupational Therapy Graduate Student

I am currently a graduate student at Huntington University's Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program. I have learned basics of transferring, using adaptive equipment, and assisting with basic ADLs and IADLs. I am currently NOT certified/ licensed, but I am in the process of learning more about the OT profession, and how to work...
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Heather B.


Fort Wayne, IN

$10-25/hr6 yrs exp

Mother With School Age Children Looking to Provide Care

My name is Heather and I am the mother of three children-ranging from 4-18. Prior to my youngest son joining us :) I worked during the day in an elementary school. I worked with children in general education classes and also children in special education classes. I have 6 years experience caring for children in a school setting....
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Danielle W.


Harlan, IN

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Worked in nursing home while going to college. Have been a pediatric nurse for 35 years. Worked Pediatric ICU for 12 years, then care for kids in their homes. Enjoy working with special needs kids. I assist the elderly also.
Skills:

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in New Haven, IN

Rosemary G.

5.0

Rosemary took great care of my children. She is flexible and easy to work with. I truly believe she enjoys having my kids around.

- Care member

Ellyssa B.

5.0

Ellyssa is a natural when it comes to taking care of children. I have seen her interact with numerous kids and each one she bonds with almost instantly. While I do not have a child myself, if there was anyone I would trust to take care of a child, it would be Ellyssa. She has a way with kids and...

- Vanessa F.

Madalynn J.

3.0

Our kids loved her- She was very conscientious and kind BUT she showed up 30-40 minutes late (ONCE) so my child got dropped off by the bus and no one was home. Background check also never completed.

- Kayla C.

Christine K.

5.0

Christine was wonderful! She has great experience with children personally (as a mom and grandma) and professionally (her work as teacher and being hired for other babysitting jobs). She arrived on time and loved on our 8 month old daughter while daycare was closed so my husband and I could focus on...

- Ally Y.

Ashley C.

5.0

Ashley was a great caregiver for my dad. She would take him on walks, work with him on his therapy exercises, help with his bathing and dressing, make sure he was getting his fluids so he wouldn’t get dehydrated and take him to and from his appointments. When dad was admitted to the hospital, she...

- Jennifer M.

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