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Gabrielle D.


Shelbyville, IN

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

Private Caregiver

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Gabrielle! I've been a private duty caregiver for four years now. I also have experience with small children & individuals with disabilities. I fostered for 8 months, I'm not anymore currently & I worked as a DSP. I'm CPR certified. HHA certified. (Home Health Aid) I have multiple references even doctors I've worked...
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Stephanie M.


Shelbyville, IN

$8-15/hr5 yrs exp

Loving, Fun, and Caring Girl Looking To Help

My name is Caitlyn. I'm moving to Greenfield soon. I would be able to start as soon as the tenth of October. I have experience with Autism, OCD ADHD, and many other things. I have to brother with Autistic tendencies, OCD, severe anger problems, and many other things. I have also done things with kids with different special needs...
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Stephanie M.


Shelbyville, IN

$8-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Married, At-Home Sitter!

I am a mom of 4 boys, 6, 7, 8, and 9. I have a clean house with a playground right out side my back door. I do have experience with special needs, my children having different struggles like autism, speech delay, learning delay, we have dealt with seizures, anxiety. I have nothing on my record as a driver. My husband works 3rd...
Skills:

CPR

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Zoe S.


Greenwood, IN

$24/hr9 yrs exp

Love Kids. Fun But Responsible

5.0

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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"All of my kids loved her. She came in ready to have fun and engaged with them at each of their levels. Her experience is unparalleled. She handled the challenges of having 4 kids with ease. She is an absolutely champion! Can't wait to have her back!!"

Katie V.

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Nina H.


Indianapolis, IN

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

FT/PT Caregiver With Nursing Training, Early Childhood Degree And 23 Years Experience Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

During my 26 years as a professional childcare provider I have acquired experience with the following types of special care children. Spinal abnormalities, Congenital heart defects, open heart surgery post care, Asthma, ADHD, severe food allergies, Autism, sensory integration disorder, Erb's Palsy, deafness, combination...
5.0
"Nina has put in so much time and effort to be a great tutor for our son! She made sure to meet with his teachers and acquire a variety of learning materials to best suit his unique needs. She adjusts her methods and goals as needed to get the most out of him."

Katie F.

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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I'm CPR, first aid certified, I also worked as a PCA, DSP, and I've worked with special needs children! I love kids and animals, I love cleaning and cooking!
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Mylinh B.


Indianapolis, IN

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Active Caring Nanny

My name is My-Linh but I go by Mimi; I am fun, caring, energetic, and organized. I am 26 years old and have been a babysitter/nanny for 10+ years. I have watched children from 6 months - 12 years old. I used to work as a police officer, worked in a school system, and am well-versed with of all ages. I have experience with kids...
Mylinh can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Gary B.


Nineveh, IN

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs

I was a former teacher and youth social service worker. I have cared for children with EH, DD, autism, visual impairment, ADHD, and learning disabilities. I have 10 years teaching with the state of Indiana for both the Indiana School for the Blind and Knightstown Children's Home, and Homestead Christian School. I have worked...
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Dana E.


Franklin, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Extraordinaire

I am super loving, patient, energetic, and absolutely love children! I have worked in the public school system as a teacher's assistant for the past 10 years. The last 3 years have been with special needs children. I also love to cook, clean, organize, and run errands. Outdoor activities and anything craft related are my...
Dana can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Sarah L.


Greenwood, IN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am mom of 3. I have 20 years of caring for children of all ages working as a nanny and caregiver. I have experience with autism, downs syndrome and cerebral palsy. I have a passion for caring for people. I am a clean, responsible and reliable nonsmoker. I have reliable transportation and am very punctual. I am a hard worker...
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Cortney L.


Franklin, IN

$12-16/hr5 yrs exp

Only The Absolute Best Sitter

Hi my names Cortney, I've been a CNA for over 5 years now. I am great with kids & elderly. I'm a very neat & clean person. I have no problem with cleaning, laundry, etc. I have a daughter of my own, she's 8. Plus I babysit for my siblings all the time. Usually its my niece and nephew that are 1 yr old & 9 yrs old. Also my fiance...
Cortney can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Emily M.


Hope, IN

$16/hr6 yrs exp

Hope, Indiana Childcare/Caretaker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 6 years of experience caring for children ages infant-17. Additionally, I have experience housekeeping, running errands, and cooking. Coming from a large, homeschool family I have had experience aiding my siblings with their homework, and as an aspiring classical teacher I have consistently devoured a number of books on...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I am in graduate school for speech-language pathology. I minored in Autism Spectrum Disorders in my undergraduate degree. I also have had direct clinical experience working with several children and adults with ASD or other special needs. I am passionate about those with special needs and have experience with behavioral issues,...
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Macy O.


Indianapolis, IN

$10-50/hr5 yrs exp

I have five years of paid experience, ranging from camp counselor to nanny to CNA. I have also had type 1 diabetes for six years. I am comfortable with pets, specifically cats and dogs. I have a pretty flexible schedule. Last-minute scheduling and scheduling ahead both work fine. I cannot wait to meet you and your family!!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Kiersten and I'm 24. I've been babysitting on and off for 8 years. I have experience with children of all ages and children with special needs. I also don't mind helping around the house if you need chores done. I am also CPR certified and fluent in Spanish! I graduated from IU in 2022 and am currently in medical school...
Kiersten can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Amina B.


Greenwood, IN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mom Who Loves Children

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi There! My name is Amina and I have over 30 years experience, CPR certified and I am comfortable caring for all children, especially those who may have special needs. I am married and the mother of two adult children. I have an amazing 30-year-old daughter, who was born with cerebral palsy and beat the odds with early...
Amina can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Courtney T.


Greenwood, IN

$15-30/hr9 yrs exp

Courtney

My name is Courtney and I would love to CARE for you! I have a degree in Sign Language Interpreting and American Sign Language. I have worked with a wide array of people of all ages. I have been an after school nanny for a family with two young girls. I have been a nanny during the summer for a young girl with cognitive...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Shelbyville, IN

Zoe S.

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!

- Care member

Sarah L.

5.0

All of my kids loved her. She came in ready to have fun and engaged with them at each of their levels. Her experience is unparalleled. She handled the challenges of having 4 kids with ease. She is an absolutely champion! Can't wait to have her back!!

- Katie V.

Nina H.

5.0

Nina has put in so much time and effort to be a great tutor for our son! She made sure to meet with his teachers and acquire a variety of learning materials to best suit his unique needs. She adjusts her methods and goals as needed to get the most out of him.

- Katie F.

Scout M.

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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