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Karen R.


Crete, IL

$17-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part - Time

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am looking for someone that is in need of my assistance. I have experience helping all types of ages with different backgrounds. I have a reliable transportation and love pets! I am a very positive person, and I can take on several task at a time. I am easy to talk to and love doing crafty things.
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Melissa R.


Crete, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/babysitter

Hello my name is Melissa. I'm 32 years old with 15+ years of experience, newborn-16. I am very comfortable with all the experiences which come with taking care of children, including special needs. I have spent several years working in Childcare with 3 families in particular long term. I realized once I had my own kids, the...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Michelle M.


Highland, IN

$10-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hi families, my name is Michelle. I am 30 years old and have been babysitting forever. I grew up with a large family and it seemed like there were always babies around to take care of. I have also nannied for a year to twins who were 5 and also a 4-year-old. For the last 2 years we took in a 4month old and had her until she was...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Melaina H.


Highland, IN

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

I'm a childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With three years of experience, I ensure a safe and nurturing environment for your precious ones. My calm and friendly demeanor, coupled with my creativity, makes me a favorite among children. I keep parents updated about their child's day...
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Tashea R.


Lansing, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

As a special needs caregiver, I work with children with special needs and their families to provide care in the home. Working as an extra set of hands for their parents, your duties are to work with a treatment plan for the child that outlines the help they require, including socialization, bathing, dressing, feeding, and...
As a dedicated childcare provider with five years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and ensuring reliable care for their children, especially children with special needs. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and friendliness, allows me to connect easily with children. When it comes to...
Aniyah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Joanie D.


Cedar Lake, IN

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

I am very well educated in what I do I was a LPN and I did not renew my license but I am very well of a lot of medical issues that arise and I can answer plenty of questions for that I'm good at what I do I have excellent references and I enjoy being with teenagers all the way up to senior citizens
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Darra J.


Merrillville, IN

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

My Passion

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a certified nursing assistant with 11 years of experience. My experience is diverse with a combination of hospital, home health and long-term care. In 2021, I was inspired to start a business in home health care after the passing of my grandmother who had Alzheimer's disease. I pride myself in working hard and am...
Darra can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship, live-in home care & more
I am highly experienced working with children with special needs. I also have years of experience working with neurotypical functioning children in childcare and from babysitting jobs. I have always had an innate drive to nurture and have a passion for working with children. I love being outside and being creative! I have a...
Shannon can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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Courtney S.


Crown Point, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Master's Level Child Care

I have been babysitting for 15 years, have a bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Studies, and a master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and a Regional Manager for the company I work for. I have experience with handicapped children, individuals with Autism and Down...
Courtney can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

My name is Kellice B. im currently a freshmen at Xavier University of Lousiana. Born in raised in Chicago, IL im currently 18 years old and looking to be a care taker I have two years of unpaid experience with special needs children and look forward to working with all children and building my experience.
Kellice can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

I am certified to teach Early Childhood, Early Childhood Special Education, and Elementary Education. I have a true passion for working with our youngest learners!! I enjoy Helping each child progress in all areas of their development academic, social, language, and motor is a challenge that I am honored to accept daily. I...
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Jontue J.


Crown Point, IN

$10-50/hr5 yrs exp

I Have Over 5 Years Experience Working As A Direct Support Professional

I have 6 yeaars experience as a home health aide and 3 years as a residential aide. During both positions, I was responsible for cooking, cleaning (entire home), bathing my clients. Everything that needed to be taken care of in the home setting I provided due to their disabilities. I was also responsible for grocery, household,...
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Jessica M.


Crown Point, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider With Teaching Background

I am a Kindergarten teacher with 11 years teaching experience. Prior to becoming a teacher I was a nanny and tutor. I have recently become a mom and I am looking to step away from education for awhile so I can be his primary caregiver. Throughout my teaching career I was ranked as highly effective by the state of Indiana. I also...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Mizanur R.


Highland, IN

$15-24/hr8 yrs exp

I am an experienced and caring childcare provider with five years of hands-on experience, including working with children with special needs. As a parent myself, I understand the importance of creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can thrive. I also hold a degree in Disability Studies, which has...
Mizanur can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Mary Grace C.


Crown Point, IN

$20-22/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher's Assistant - High Energy

My background includes two professional positions as a teacher's assistant in preschool as well as in a daycare setting. I have experience working with children with special needs. The range of ages I've worked with is 2 years through school-aged. I enjoy playing games and interacting with children. I am not one to sit on the...
Mary Grace can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jackie E.


Merrillville, IN

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

College Educated Nanny

Hello! My name is Jackie and I'm very passionate about what I do. I just graduated this month with a bachelor's degree in elementary education and special education through Western Governor's University. I love kids and have been babysitting since I was 14. I have nannied for multiple families over the years and have excellent...
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Kaelyn G.


Steger, IL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hi ! I have my license to work in schools as a teachers assistant. I currently am in college and each semester is different for me, resulting in me trying to work outside of schools. I have 5+ years working with children who have special needs. 5+ years babysitting. 5+ years dog, cat, horse, and house sitting !
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Jeanne S.


Gary, IN

$14/hr5 yrs exp

Mom Of 5

I am a mom of 5, 26-10, and a former nanny of a special needs child. I currently do home health care for the elderly. I have always loved children and our elderly, and retired veterans. I'm regularly told I am a natural born caretaker. I have no problem with light housekeeping and meal prep. Please reach out if I can be of...
Jeanne can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I've enjoyed working with kids for years now! I've been regularly babysitting for my cousins kids since I was 15 and have had the privilege of being a teacher in the special needs department at my church. I consider myself to loving, patient & caring with kids, which gets me to have a good sister like bond with kids. I...

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