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Find special needs caregivers in Plainfield, IN that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Plainfield, IN

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Plainfield, IN

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Ashley G.


Indianapolis, IN

$25-29/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Longtime childcare professional with a passion for facilitating education and growth in young children. 10 years experience as full-time nanny, pre-kindergarten teacher, infant teacher, babysitter. Knowledgeable on child development and age appropriate expectations. Experienced with special needs including ADHD and type 1...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ashley worked in our infant room and later moved to our pre-k room. She was a wonderful, attentive caregiver to our infants. She was not rattled at all in a room of 8 babies. She worked well with her Asst teacher. She was well liked by the parents of her class...

Adventure A.

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Monica H.


Indianapolis, IN

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time/ Full-time/ Overnight Caregiver/Babysitter/Nanny/Educator Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for children of all ages (infancy through high school), and of various abilities (struggling to gifted). I am creative and energetic, and I really enjoy being with children. I am a former elementary school teacher with 15 + years teaching, homeschooling and tutoring in multi-grade settings with special needs...
Monica can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She was great with my son! She watched him from birth through 5 years old. She taught him so much academically and helped advise on behavior as well. My son has benefited immensely from being in her care."

Veronica H.

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Haley K.


Indianapolis, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Part-Time Sitter For All Ages

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a teacher on the south side of Indy looking for more work doing what I love! I've been babysitting for 10 years now so I have experience with children of all ages, as well as sets of multiples and children who have special needs. I am available most evenings and any time on most weekends. I am kind and patient, and I...
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Excellent! She was friendly, on time, and connected well with my child and pets. Highly recommend."

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Nicole L.


Greenwood, IN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Mature Caregiver With Background In Nursing And Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Nurturing, care giving and educating are my passions! In addition to my personal experience as the mother of 4 boys (17, 15, 15 & 13 y. o.) I am a retired RN, and have 20+ years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. I truly enjoy caring for children of all ages and stages of development. Having...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Monica H.


Indianapolis, IN

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care And Special Needs Experience With BS In Elementary Education

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with children who range from infancy to high school age and from struggling to gifted (twice exceptional) learners. I have done in-home and clients' home overnight care of children and household management. I love being with children! I have accommodated families' wishes and behavior plans. Former elementary school...
5.0
"Amazing work. Helped with tutoring, advising, one on one coaching, nanny duties, etc. Truly a pleasure to work with. "

Veronica H.

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Sherry E.


Indianapolis, IN

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Support Aide

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have 10 plus years of Nanny/Elderly Care experience ranging from infants to our beloved parents. I am very passionate about my work/career as well as being reliable. I also have experience with Special Needs, medical equipment, and I'm in the medical field. Some of my qualifications are: Homecare, Daycare, Facility...
Sherry can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

5.0
"We recently had the pleasure of having Sherry care for our daughter over a three-day period, and we couldn't be more grateful for the wonderful care she provided. Despite our daughter feeling a bit under the weather, Sherry was remarkably attentive, ensuring she...

Stephen J.

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Sarah L.


Greenwood, IN

$20-33/hr20 yrs exp

Very Experienced Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have had the pleasure of caring for children for the last 20 years, including running my own daycare for 17years. I am a mom of 5 children. I have education in early childhood development as well as a medical background as a CNA and am first aid and CPR certified. I am a clean, patient, firm, reliable, trustworthy, honest and...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sarah is the most amazing Nanny and has been our families lifesaver for the last year! Not only is she wonderful with my daughter, but when I come home from work the house is clean, the laundry is done and there is warm banana bread on the table. I don't know how...

Erin D.

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Shiryl M.


Danville, IN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Results-Driven Professional Nanny With Twenty Years Experience Working With Families

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to express my interest in your child care position. My name is Shiryl, and I have two children, aged 14 and 24. Over the course of my career, I have accumulated extensive experience working with children in various capacities. In my previous role, I had the privilege of working with children of all...
Shiryl can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Shiryl is great! We met her for the first time, and she jumped right in to take care of our two boys. We will have her back."

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Annie W.


Beech Grove, IN

$12-25/hr8 yrs exp

Fun And Responsible Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since I was around 14 years old. Among other jobs, I have always had babysitting jobs on the side, ranging from infants to middle school children. I also regularly volunteer with the special needs community, so I am very comfortable working with someone who has special needs. I grew up in a family of six,...
Annie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Annie was incredibly reliable and very punctual! My son absolutely adored her, she did so good with him, I honestly couldn't have asked for a better sitter! Highly recommend."

Samantha N.

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Sandra M.


Indianapolis, IN

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Services 3 Years Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience with children and adults with special needs. I am very passionate about what I do.
5.0
"I broke my foot 2 months ago and was not moving well 2 weeks later, and I lived up 2 flights of steps. I hired Sandra and she was fantastic, did all the items I was unable to do. Helped me move, grocery shopped with me, took care of my place, cooked my meals....

Jeff N.

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Zoe S.


Greenwood, IN

$24/hr9 yrs exp

Love Kids. Fun But Responsible

I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I love kids I have worked with special needs children since I was a kid. Grew up as a swimmer have some medical experience other than CPR
Zoe can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She worked really well with my three kids! 5 year old twins and my 8 month old. One of my twins is autistic and she absolutely loved Zoe! She doesn’t like people but connected with Zoe really fast!"

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Courtney P.


Indianapolis, IN

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I began babysitting for pay at 10 years old. I have experience in babysitting infants, children with behavioral issues, children with physical disabilities, and children with dietary restrictions. I have babysat and nannied twins along with their siblings. I was approved to babysit foster children in Idaho and I have a current...
Courtney can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Courtney has been the BEST! The only reason we are letting her go is because we are moving out of state. We would keep Courtney for the next 5 years. I have a 3 year old who is mild-moderate special needs, and she has been AMAZING with her. She is consistent,...

Kelly P.

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Scout M.


Indianapolis, IN

$18-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Scout! I am a Registered Nurse with 3 years of Pediatric ER experience and many years prior of child care and nannying. With my nursing background, I am comfortable caring for multiples and special needs children as well as managing an injuries or emergencies that may occur. I'm currently looking for part time summer...
Scout can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Scout is amazing! She is our weekend sitter. My kids love her and I feel so confident leaving her with our 20month old and 8month old. Best sitter we have found on care.com by far!"

Breanna M.

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Vanessa J.


Indianapolis, IN

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Safety And Fun Are #1!

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Vanessa and I love working with people of all ages & pets too! I can walk dogs, pet sit all kinds of pets, drive older kiddos, run errands, you name it! I have availability day and night. My schedule is flexible, which allows me to accept last minute/short duration requests or stay longer when needed. I do have...
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Vanessa is such a sweet woman. She cared for my 10 year old son with special needs who loves to talk constantly about many different subjects and without taking a breath in between ha-ha. She had no problem listening, engaging and interacting with his interests in...

Sarah G.

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Shiryl M.


Danville, IN

$18-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Shiryl! Are you still looking for special needs care? I have two children, 11 and 21. My 11-year-old was born with special needs. He has autism spectrum disorder. I have volunteer experience working with adult men and women teaching life skills. I worked as a social worker for the Department of Social Services,...
5.0
"Shiryl is a great caregiver, very caring and professional, she cared for our son's special needs and she is very compassionate. She planned educational activities for the kids which really helps in school, took them to museums and the zoo. She goes above and...

John J.

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Alexis D.


Indianapolis, IN

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Caregiver

3.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am experienced in working with elementary and middle school-aged children with special needs. I have extensive experience working with kids. I spent many summers working as a special needs-focused camp counselor and worked at an after school care center for 4 years with children of varying abilities.
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Cara S.


Greenwood, IN

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Taker

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Dear Families, Hi! I absolutely love being a nanny! It has been such a rewarding and fulfilling experience. After 20 years of working in different childcare settings this has been my favorite. My absolute joy in life is being mom to my beautiful and creative daughter! She is my greatest teacher. I feel that this profession...
Cara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Cara is an amazing caregiver. I hired her to nanny my son when he was a newborn and she watched him for about 2 1/2 years. I always knew he was in capable, loving hands. One incident that I will always remember is a day there was a tornado in the area. Cara took...

Kelly H.

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Andrea W.


Indianapolis, IN

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

Friend To Special Needs Adults And Children

I have had experience caring for disabled adults and children with special needs! I have CPR and FirstAid certifications through the Red Cross, I provide transportation, house-keeping, and specialize in art and play! If you have a crafty child or adult, then I would be a perfect fit for your family. I have a lot of love to give,...
Andrea can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, personal care, errands & more
Hello, I have worked in childcare and youth services industry for over 4 years. I have experience providing care for infants, toddlers, elementary age children as well special needs children and teenagers in residential settings. I have also worked as a paraprofessional in the school system for over 4 years primarily assisting...
James can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Brynn K.


Beech Grove, IN

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Hello, Hello!

Extremely reputable, loving, hands on sitter. I have been with children for most of my life & they bring me such joy. I am currently studying psychology at Ivy Tech hoping to be a future Pediatric Occupational Therapist. I have experience with multiples, special needs, and infants. I take pride in the safe & fun environment I...
Brynn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Plainfield, IN

Ashley G.

5.0

We can't say enough good things about Ashley. She originally going to be with us for several months, but then life changed that. She was with us for 6 weeks and prepared our 4/5month old for daycare in the best ways. She just was wonderful, she was always moving from activity to activity with our...

- Chelsea C.

Monica H.

5.0

Monica watched my 18-month-old son and was engaged and helpful the whole time. She was trustworthy and knowledgeable. She let him explore and followed his lead, though set boundaries when needed. I look forward to hiring her again.

- Angela S.

Haley K.

5.0

Excellent! She was friendly, on time, and connected well with my child and pets. Highly recommend.

- Care member

Monica H.

5.0

Organized, structured, caring, and dependable are just a few words that can be used to describe Monica. She cared for my high functioning autistic son and she did a great job. She worked with him on home work and ensuring he made it to school and from school. Monica worked full-time for us. You...

- Michael S.

Sherry E.

5.0

Sherry babysat our 10 month old and we had so much fun knowing Emma was in good hands with her! She was on time and handled our baby’s newfound separation anxiety by keeping her busy!

- Care member

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