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29 special needs caregivers are listed in Oolitic, IN
The average rate is $16/hr as of December 2024
The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Oolitic, IN
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm passionate about caring for children and have dedicated the last six years to helping them learn and grow. My patient and friendly nature allows me to easily connect with kids and create a safe and nurturing environment. I believe in open communication and work closely with parents to ensure their child's needs are met. I...
Elissa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Paige T.
Bedford, IN
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Paige! I strive to be the babysitter your kids are excited to see! I am very artsy/crafty, I enjoy being outside, I am responsible and reliable, and I have a passion for working with kiddos & special needs! I enjoy doing things like taking the kids out, doing crafts with them & watching them grow and learn! I...
Paige can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for special need Autistic boy for over 9 years. I just received Sapphire gem training on 7/17/19 and hired as a Personal Care Assistant with a national company that specializes in Alzheimer's and Dementia Care.
I just started helping a retired Dr since 7/15/19 with his morning routine.
5.0
"Catherine has been caring for my elderly mother with dementia for a few months. Catherine is caring, punctual and responsible. I would recommend Catherine to anyone looking for a trustworthy caregiver for their loved one."
Cynthia V.
4.5
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Emily! I have been in childcare for about 5 years, I've had training in multiple different environments. I am the oldest of eight, my family fosters children and my brother has Aspergers so I'm well versed in kids that may require extra care/nurturing. I have worked with children with special needs in the past,...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Emily is amazing with our daughter. Her energy, enthusiasm, and patience are so rare and we're so grateful for the times we've had Emily work for us!"
Eric M.
Jasmine W.
Bloomington, IN
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working in a daycare & babysitting from ages newborn- 11 years old. I graduated from IU with a double major in elementary education and special needs education.
Jasmine can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I had hired Jasmine to keep my 2 1/2 year old for a few hours in the evenings. Jasmine is a soft spoken girl, punctual, did a good job feeding him dinner."
Archana V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for an autistic boy/ young adult for the past 9 years. It is after school and weekend care currently.
5.0
"I hired Catherine to take care of my kid with special needs on a short notice. I was impressed by her devotion and personality. I will be more than confident to hire her services again."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for considering me to care for your loved one.
I'm very passionate about connecting with people, and my experiences include working at a camp for children and co-workers who were either deaf and/or blind, and/or orthopedically impaired, a Special Olympics softball coach for adults, teaching adult daily living...
Joyce P.
Orleans, IN
$12-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Do You Need A Mother's Helper - Or A Caregiver While You Work Or Go Out For An Evening?
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a mother of three, I understand what a precious gift your children are to you. I have been involved in care-giving since I was a young teen. While raising my own children, I provided child care in many different settings:in-home daycare, nanny, preschool teacher, camp counselor and after school care. Currently, I serve as a...
Joyce can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Joyce has been the aid in my son's preschool class for the past year. He has just thrived under her care! He always talks about "Miss P." and what fun they had that day. From what I can remember she has only missed one day of work this entire school year. She is...
Kayse E.
Julia L.
Bloomington, IN
$20-28/hr • 3 yrs exp
Fun Lead Preschool Teacher With Experience 6 Weeks And Up And Special Needs.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jules, I'm a lead preschool teacher out of Nashua and I absolutely love what I do. I have 3+ years of experience in teaching, a degree in early childhood education, and experience with working with ages 6 weeks and up. I am comfortable working with multiple children due to my experience in the classroom. I spent...
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Grace M.
Bloomington, IN
$15-16/hr • 6 yrs exp
Certified Caregiver For All Ages, Including Seniors & Special Needs
Hi there! My name is Grace and I'm a student at IU Bloomington. I'm a caring and creative individual with a passion for fostering child development and ensuring kids receive the best care possible. I bring a fun and imaginative approach to babysitting while always prioritizing responsibility and safety. I'm CPR-trained and...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
My love for working with kids started when I was in high school. I was part of Best Buddies in which I worked with special needs kids in utilizing different sets of skills to help them with growth and development. I am currently an occupational therapy doctoral student at Rush University Medical College and am pursuing a career...
Sara can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
My faith, experience in caregiving, and service heart, have worked together to direct me toward end-of-life care. I am experienced in a wide variety of tasks, from companionship & prayer, to laundry & house cleaning. I hope to be a part of your support team, making sure your loved one gets the care they need and deserve. As a...
Josie can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia & more
I'd describe my personality as hardworking, determined, passionate.
I like caring for seniors because. I enjoy helping people that need it. I just like to be there for someone and getting purpose out of my job.
I'm looking for a job that pays me what I deserve, while providing a healthy work environment.
I started caring...
Dreyton can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care & more
Victoria K.
Bloomington, IN
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Am Have A Passion For Working With Children And Adolescents!
I am currently pursuing a career working with children and have several years of experience in this field. I have approximately two years of experience as a Registered Behavioral Therapist, where I provided Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children with special needs, particularly those on the Autism Spectrum. I also...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi my name is Jazmin. I am 19 years old. I currently go to IU Bloomington. I have played sports in high school. I was a cheerleader and I played softball. I have worked multiple jobs before. I have worked in food and retail. I have also taught little kids gymnastics before. I have 2 years of experience( on and off) in...
Jazmin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
My entire adult life has been actively involved with making a difference in the children, our future. My husband and I fostered for over 20 years and adopted 4 children. I operated an in-home day care for several years while my little one was growing, and now that my children are almost full grown, I work as an aide in the...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My mother was an occupational therapist growing up, through whom I learned basics of caring for those with specific needs. I've worked three summers at a summer camp as a direct care provider. Additionally, I have babysat for various clients with specific needs, and provided direct care services to adolescents and adults. I have...
I am have been working with Special needs kids for 4 years now in the ABA setting and in home health setting. I love working with kids that are on the spectrum because I love teaching them that they can do anything they set their mind to! They are smart and capable! I have taught 2 years - all the way to age 18 for children on...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Kaylee E.
Bloomington, IN
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Kaylee and I am a Freshman studying Social Work at IU Bloomington. I have worked at a play-learning center called Bellaboo's leading story time and cooking classes, as well as day camp. I was a camp counselor and worked in a childcare center for 3 years, well experienced with 4 weeks- 12 years old. This past...
Along with 35+ years of general childcare experience, I have experience working with children/adults with special needs. I currently am employed with my local schools as a teaching assistant. I accompany a student who has a diagnosis of autism. I worked in our developmental preschool as an assistant for three years prior to my...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Oolitic, IN
Catherine A.
5.0
Catherine has been caring for my elderly mother with dementia for a few months. Catherine is caring, punctual and responsible. I would recommend Catherine to anyone looking for a trustworthy caregiver for their loved one.
- Cynthia V.
Emily L.
5.0
Emily is a unicorn among nannies. She is so sweet with the kids and thinks of all kinds of fun activities and crafts to do with them, takes them outside, reads to them, and involves them with lunch prep when feasible. She is very reliable, comes on time, and we know the kids are in good hands....
- Clarissa C.
Jasmine W.
5.0
I had hired Jasmine to keep my 2 1/2 year old for a few hours in the evenings. Jasmine is a soft spoken girl, punctual, did a good job feeding him dinner.
- Archana V.
Catherine A.
5.0
I hired Catherine to take care of my kid with special needs on a short notice. I was impressed by her devotion and personality. I will be more than confident to hire her services again.
- Care member
Joyce P.
5.0
Joyce was wonderful to work with and saved our family reunion! She was punctual, prepared and flexible. She happily watched our two infants for several hours each morning and treated them with the care and attention you would show your own children. She went above and beyond, rocking the babies to...
- Amy G.
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