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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Osceola, IN

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Osceola, IN

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Gabrielle H.


Osceola, IN

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm an experienced and passionate childcare provider with a decade of hands-on experience nurturing children of various ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development led me to this fulfilling career. I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly, which creates a nurturing environment for children to thrive. With...
Chloe can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Very polite, kind, compassionate. Took great care of my babies. Anytime I texted she was quick to respond and reassured me that everything was going okay. She cooked dinner, gave baths and even did the dishes. I'd have her babysit again. "

Heather D.

I am very understanding and accommodating. I know very few basic signs. I am very calm and can stay calm in an situations.
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Susan Q.


Granger, IN

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Have A Nursing Background

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a nursing background and also a hospice volunteer. I have years of experience caregiving and find it very rewarding.
5.0
"My wife (who has ALZ) loved Susan. Very compassionate and caring person. Always on time and with a positive attitude."

Bob E.

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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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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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Tiffany C.


Elkhart, IN

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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

Hired by 7 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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"She's the best caregiver I've ever had for my girls 👧 "

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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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Sabrina S.


Mishawaka, IN

$13-18/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have watched children for most of my life. From changing my own sister's diapers at the age of 5; to watching children from care. com currently in my 20's. In my family, I have 2 sisters, and 1 brother. I've cared for all of them at certain times of my life! Raising children is a big responsibility, and if I can help take that...
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Tiffany C.


Elkhart, IN

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience with various needs such as, ADD, diabetes, Autism, CP, Down syndrome, deafness, and C. H. A. R. G. E. Syndrome. I am comfortable with administering medications, tube feedings, performing suctioning, helping with different forms of therapy, etc.
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Kaylee P.


Granger, IN

$25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hello! I am Kaylee and I'm 27 years old. I graduated cum laude from Ball State University with a degree in Special Education Intense Interventions and a minor in Autism Spectrum Disorder. I am CPR/FA/AED certified. I have experience including babysitting, working in before/after school care, taking care of the elderly with...
Kaylee can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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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: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Sarah S.


South Bend, IN

$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Friendly, Caring Companion With Experience

hello! I am a 22-year-old college student currently finishing my psychology degree at Indiana University South and starting graduate school for occupational therapy in fall 2022! I worked as a camp counselor at a summer camp for individuals with special needs from 2014 through 2019 and as a direct support professional with Logan...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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Madison C.


Notre Dame, IN

$16-35/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Madison, an Arizona native and student at the University of Notre Dame studying developmental psychology and education! At ND I conduct developmental psychopathology research, working with children with emotional regulation issues and other psychopathologies. During my time in Arizona, I worked with children of all...
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Nichole K.


Elkhart, IN

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

My name is Nichole, I am 25 years old. I have a 5-year-old daughter. The two of us live alone in Elkhart, IN. I am looking for a family who needs a date night/ weekend sitter. I am currently working full time as a nanny for 1 toddler. I love all children & pets. I help take care of my sisters 4 kids, along with my daughter. I am...
Nichole can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I am really good with kids and I have 2 nieces and 2 nephews who I babysit all the time. My youngest best nephew has special needs so I have experience with that. I am CPR/aed and first aid certified and I also know how to swim.
Makayla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kaelyn M.


Elkhart, IN

$10-26/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kaelyn! A little bit about me, Ilove the gym, all types of music, and baking. I have 2 fur-baby-kittys, Chessi & Athena. I have about 8+ years of experience of children age range 0-16. I also have average experience with special needs children. I can do all needed things done around the house as well as rides...
Kaelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Chloe F.


Elkhart, IN

$18/hr • 5 yrs exp

As the oldest of eight children, I have always been willing to help out with the children in my household along with any errands that need to be completed (making dinner, taking the baby for a drive to fall asleep, cleaning up around the house, playing someone's favorite song on repeat just to keep them calm or happy, etc.) I am...
Chloe can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

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Ruth S.


Granger, IN

$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Always Listening, Always Caring

While my background is in higher education (Ed. D), I have worked in the healthcare field with seniors and individuals with disabilities for 20+ years in various roles (as CNA, DSP, and in Management). In the last 4-years, and throughout the Covid-19 pandemic season, I lived with, cared for, and managed the overall health and...
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Joanna W.


Mishawaka, IN

$10-15/hr

Special Needs

From January 2013 to February 2014, I babysat for 2 children (5 & 7) who needed special attention. They were both sweet children but needed my undivided attention. My husband also has a brother and sister who are autistic and we have very instrumental in their childhood. Some kids need a little more love and attention but they...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Osceola, IN

Chloe F.

5.0

Very polite, kind, compassionate. Took great care of my babies. Anytime I texted she was quick to respond and reassured me that everything was going okay. She cooked dinner, gave baths and even did the dishes. I'd have her babysit again.

- Heather D.

Susan Q.

5.0

My wife (who has ALZ) loved Susan. Very compassionate and caring person. Always on time and with a positive attitude.

- Bob E.

Emily G.

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. She loves children and it shows in...

- Brianna S.

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.

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