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Lisa O.


Fort Wayne, IN

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Date Night Babysitter

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Hi there, I am a mom of two boys. One in college and one still at home. I am a Licensed Practical Nurse by trade and I currently work in healthcare technology. I have done pediatric nursing and worked with a special need boy for several years. I am looking to pick up extra work and would love to help out couples who need a...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Hilary D.


Fort Wayne, IN

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny With A Wide Range Of Experience Including Special Needs

I have worked with children with a variety of needs both medical and educational, including but not limited to Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Down Syndrome, Visual and Hearing Impairments, G tubes & feedings, catheters, traces, seizures, and more.
Hilary can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Hilary D.


Fort Wayne, IN

$50/hr • 10 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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Megan S.


Fort Wayne, IN

$10-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as energetic, happy, and funny. I like working with kids because they are very lively themselves, and can be too funny. I like to help shape the kid into their future selves, the best they can be. I'm looking for a job that allows me to meet the emotional and physical needs of the person I'm...
Megan can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

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Megan S.


Fort Wayne, IN

$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp

I'm an RBT looking for some morning hours. I wouldn't be able to provide ABA therapy without being under a BCBA, but I am comfortable working with those diagnosed with ASD.
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Briana K.


Huntington, IN

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I love to spend time outdoors and work with people, I have 6+ years with kids with special needs, I am a very organized person who is flexible.
This past summer, I had the opportunity to work with children on the spectrum at a camp. I have learned a lot from that experience, and know what it takes to be able to care for and engage a child with a disability. I'm aware of the patience needed to have and redirection as well as how important technology is to some...
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Laura H.


Fort Wayne, IN

$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

I have experience working with all ages from children to seniors. I also have experience with special needs. I am CPR certified as well as licensed as an EMT.
Laura can also help with: Personal care, dementia, companionship
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Brianna N.


Fort Wayne, IN

$18/hr • 3 yrs exp

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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Emily L.


Huntington, IN

$11-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Adventure Awaits

I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Willing to do any chores needed to be done around the house and I am also pretty good at coming up with cute little crafts for the kids to do. Used to work with special needs kids so if you happen to have a kiddo who needs a little more attention...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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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Leah R.


Fort Wayne, IN

$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

nanny

I am a very patient, reliable, and creative person who has experience with various ages. I am currently a sophomore in college attending Grand Valley State University. I am looking for a job that will allow me to pay rent while living comfortably financially. I am willing to do additional tasks such as meal prep, laundry, light...
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kim W.


Fort Wayne, IN

$8-10/hr • 3 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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Samantha D.


Fort Wayne, IN

$20/hr • 4 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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kayla P.


Fort Wayne, IN

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have two children, 13 & 8, and I currently work with special needs children. I have worked with kids for three years and before that I worked with adults with disabilities for 10 years. I am CPR certified and have my own reliable transportation. I enjoy cleaning, a lot, doing crafts & just keeping the kids entertained. I...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Richelle W.


Fort Wayne, IN

$15-29/hr • 10 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...
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Mary R.


New Haven, IN

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Mary

Hello!! I'm Mary, I'm 18 years old and a senior in highschool. I have eight siblings and have four years of babysitting experience. I also intern and have worked with the special education department and with kids that have special needs! I can run errands and help with travel and would love to help families in any way that I...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
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Courtney B.


Fort Wayne, IN

$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Wanda S.


Fort Wayne, IN

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello and Gods blessing to us all my name is Wanda. I am an experienced care provider to people with special needs I have managed group homes for people with special needs for over 10 years. I have assisted people with special needs in a group home setting as well as private homes. Our special needs our blessing from God that...
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Madison S.


Fort Wayne, IN

$14-19/hr

Caring For Your Kids And Your Home

I have experience with a variety of ages, as well as varying levels of needs. I have extensive experience with special needs kiddos. I also do light housekeeping on my shifts, so you can come home and enjoy a relaxing evening.
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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