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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Osceola, IN

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Osceola, IN

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Amanda K.


South Bend, IN

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Crafts. I am a stepmother to two amazing boys. The oldest has 5 kids. I am also a guardian to a 12-year-old. I have had him 6 years. I do have my pca (personal care assistant). I have worked with special needs adults and children. I have ran my own daycare, it closed due...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Bryon B.


South Bend, IN

$14/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver And Behavior Management Specialist

I started my caregiving experience when I was 23 years-old as my grandmother's primary caregiver until her death from cancer, and recently my aunt who died from liver failure. I have worked with adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities for 6 years, and currently I have been giving non-licensed medical care to...
I have over 26 years assisting special needs individuals. I have experience from working in group homes, home care, and day programs.

Madyson L.


South Bend, IN

$13-15/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, 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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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Nanny and post partum doula. Infants, preemie , toddlers, school age, multiples, overnights , special needs, Cerebral palsy, developmental delays, feeding tubes, total care, Alzheimer's, CNA and HHA licenses. CPR certification, vaccinated.
5.0
"Sue is a very capable and warm caretaker. She started babysitting for my daughter when she was around 5 months old and as a new mom, I was grateful for her presence and her expertise. She helped guide me in taking the appropriate steps for my daughter's...

Areeba S.

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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available Beginning End Of April, 2018

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My life has been around children. I was the neighborhood sitter in my youth. I have been a nanny in South Bend and Chicago. I have experience as a postpartum doula working with multiples. I also have experience with special needs children, having worked at a Rosie Place(respite care for medically fragile children in South...
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Sue is a very competent and compassionate caretaker. She babysat my daughter from around 5 months to 10 months old and her knowledge and guidance was very helpful to me as a new mom. In addition to helping with development, she was very creative and introduced...

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Sarah M.


Edwardsburg, MI

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Motivated, caring Mother of 3. I am a Special Education paraprofessional and substitute teacher in an area school district. -Patient and understanding, with a calm and gentle demeanor - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Passionate about supporting children/adults/elderly with diverse needs and abilities. -Clean...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, errands, respite care, personal care, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Kristin C.


Niles, MI

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part/Full-time Babysitter and Housekeeper

I'm 27 yrs old. Newly married with a 6-year-old. I've been around children of all ages my whole life. I used to watch a 6 yr old and a newborn at the age of 15 over the summer. I did the cleaning, cooking, and laundry as well. I have 5 younger siblings from the ages of 7-12 yrs old which I usually end up watching for my parents....
Kristin can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Amithyst V.


Niles, MI

$19/hr9 yrs exp

Hi Are You Looking For A Nanny?

I'm CPR certified and a Registered Behavioral Therapist. My passion for children's growth and development has inspired me to create a fun and educational environment for the past 9 years. I can work with kids on their fine motor skills, social Skills and language development, all while making it fun! My patient, creative, and...
Amithyst can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi, while I was in high school I was able to only go half a day so the other half I went and helped people with disabilities/ autism / speech delays , etc . Looking forward to helping your families
I have been babysitting for 10 years now. I've babysat for children ages 0-12 years old. I've worked with a special needs child too. I have made meals, taken kids to school, observed nap times, play, and instructional activities. I've taken a babysitting training courses. Ive previously worked in a kindergarten classroom. For...
Alison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Tom R.


South Bend, IN

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Caretaker For Any Age , Tom

I'm here to help you take care of your loved ones. From doctor appointments, errands , pet care, playing games , church , miscellaneous outings to helping on household tasks I'm available to help. I have a newer suv , perfect driving record and I'm a non smoker. As well I have 2 special needs adult kids and have experience with...
Tom can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation
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Christina G.


Niles, MI

$19-35/hr10 yrs exp

I have a lot of personal and professional experience dealing with special needs children. My expertise lies the most with those on the spectrum. In order to put myself through pharmacy school I was a live in nanny for a sweet family that had both an ADHD child as well as a child that was non verbal ASD. I am well versed in...
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Elizabeth B.


Goshen, IN

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Ready For A Fun Reliable And Enjoyable Job

I'd describe my personality as caring silly And reliable I like working with kids because I love seeing children grow and develop into well mannered young adults I'm looking for a job that is enjoyable and meaningful to my life. I want a job that fits my personality and I love children I started working with kids when I was...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Elise L.


Niles, MI

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hello, I'm 25 and my background is in childcare. I have worked with children and teens with developmental delays, autism, cognitive disabilities and speech delays. I have some ASL knowledge. I have a bachelor in early childhood, CPR and aid certs. I also have my own car. I look forward to hearing from you.
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Caitlyn H.


South Bend, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Date Night/Weekend Sitter

Hi! I have had 10 years of experience babysitting children. I also have 2 years of experience with assistant teaching and one and a half years with an after school daycare. My main job is being an EA for a local school corporation. I have worked with children with special needs now for 8 years. I did go to college to pursue a...
Caitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Averi B.


Bristol, IN

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

My name is Averi Barfell, and I am a highly experienced nanny looking for a position that would need someone long-term. It is very important that the children feel important and loved as much as stability and consistency. I have been a full time Nanny for the past 3 years, until my current family has decided to relocate. Before...
Averi can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I am a mom of two daughters. One is 10 and the other is three. My youngest is on the ASD spectrum so I have experience in that as well. I engaged and due to be married in October. With a special needs kid I am looking for a part time job.
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Erin M.


South Bend, IN

$19-30/hr5 yrs exp

I am a senior in college with extensive experience caring for gifted and special needs children- I was a private nanny to multiple families for around 5 years and, during that time, gained skills in cooking for young children, conflict de-escalation, encouraging healthy discussions of feelings and boundaries, and most of all,...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Kim C.


Niles, MI

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny And Mother

I have nearly 30 years experience working with children. I was previously a nanny to 4 children for 10 years. Spent many years as a veterinary assistant and zookeeper. And went back to working with children. I was a lead preschool teacher for 7 years. I am now a paraprofessional in special education, and hope to retire in this...
Kim can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Osceola, IN

Madyson L.

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 updates. She keeps them in line and...

- Care member

Susan K.

5.0

Sue was a wonderful nanny for our daughter from when she was 7mos until ~18mos old. She was able to manage our daughter's g-tube and then helped us transition her to food full-time, which took so much care and patience. She was loving, perceptive, and one of the reasons our daughter is thriving...

- Care member

Susan K.

5.0

Sue was not only caring and well-versed in child learning & development, but she was super fun!! She made my husband and I feel comfortable from day 1, and my daughter loved her time with Sue.

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Ratings for Osceola, IN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Osceola, IN are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.