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Special needs caregivers in Oolitic, IN

Elissa H.


Oolitic, IN

$16/hr • 6 yrs exp

Child Care

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Catherine A.


Bloomington, IN

$12-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs Care And Companion

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.

Emily L.


Bloomington, IN

$17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Enthusiastic And Trust-Worthy Nanny!

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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.


Bloomington, IN

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Caregiver

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

Susie G.


Bloomington, IN

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

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?

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, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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...

Amy G.

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: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Sara W.


Bloomington, IN

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

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, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more

Josie R.


Bloomington, IN

$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Called To Serve

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services & 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:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Alyssa M.


Bloomington, IN

$17-30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Experienced Specific Needs Provider

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...

Kathleen H.


Bloomington, IN

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician// Nanny

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hi there! I'm a 27-year-old assistant preschool teacher with a heart for helping kids grow and explore the world around them. I have experience working with children of all abilities, including those with special needs, and I'm always ready to bring creativity and fun to every situation! I've got my own transportation, so I'm...

Joyce P.


Orleans, IN

$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Care Giver

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...

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

For over 14 yrs I have been care giver for a professional family with a special needs Autistic son. I have also been caring for his grandmother since COVID-19. While he is at school or his grandma is at dialysis I have other weekly and bi-weekly clients. One through a senior care company and the other clients are private for...
Catherine can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Hi, I'm Malea! I have a year of experience caring for special needs children. I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant with CPR and first aid certification. I have taken child development coursework!
Malea can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I would love to talk with you further to determine if I would be a good fit for your family! I work with kids battling life threatening medical conditions with Make-A-Wish. My studies and experiences in public health and youth development would make me a great fit for your families needs. As a former Summer camp...
Justus can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hi! I am Sareena a junior at Indiana studying merchandising. I like working with kids because it is fulfilling! Being the oldest sister I have always had the motherly instinct and babysitting definitely fulfills that need to care for others. I also love thinking of fun activities by using my creative side! I'm looking for a...
Sareena can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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 was simply wonderful. She was able to come a day after we reached out to her. Our son was coming out of an illness so he was not his usual self that day but Emily managed to gain his trust, had some conversations with him and soon enough they played together and ate snacks. We are very...

- Care member

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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