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60 special needs caregivers are listed in South Bend, IN
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in South Bend, IN
Susan K.
South Bend, IN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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.
Angela C.
South Bend, IN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I had custody of a child from birth to 12 yrs of age with ADHD, development delays, and separation disorder. He is now 15 yrs. old and doing well. I have also worked with other mentally challenged teens and young adults as well as seniors.
5.0
"Angela is the absolute best!! She took care of our newborn at night from very early on all the way until 10 months old and continues to babysit for us as well. I would recommend her to everyone, especially those with newborns! My husband and I were able to get much...
Sara B.
5.0
(3)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
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. "
Care member
Madyson L.
South Bend, IN
$13-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
hello! I am a 24-year-old graduate student pursing my masters degree in occupational therapy. I have 7+ years experience working with children, elderly, and disabled individuals. I have worked as a camp counselor, nanny, direct support professional, and respite caregiver. I have experience assisting individuals with ADL's such...
I have 5 years of experience in a long term care facility where I took care of many individuals with various medical conditions. I recently began home care providing tracheotomy care, g-tube care, and blood sugar checks along with giving insulin. I am confident in learning about new conditions as I continue my education in the...
Tekela B.
South Bend, IN
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello. I've been assisting individuals with special needs over 20 years. I looking forward to speaking with you about caring/assisting your loved one.
Sarah S.
South Bend, IN
$17-33/hr • 7 yrs exp
Full Time Nanny With Special Needs Training And Experience!
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
hello! I am a 23-year-old college student currently finishing up my bachelors degree in psychology with plans to begin my masters degree in occult therapy in august 2023. I have 7+ years experience working with children, elderly, and disabled individuals. I have worked as a camp counselor, nanny, direct support professional, and...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Erin M.
South Bend, IN
$19-30/hr • 5 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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Grandfather with years of experience. I have 5 grandchildren I care for on a regular basis as well as my own child that is special needs. I am fun loving, caring and love taking care of children.
Tom can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Alison F.
South Bend, IN
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I was a nanny for a wonderful little girl for 8 months (the school year). It was by far the best "job" I have ever had. I use the word job lightly because I had so much fun it hardly seemed like work. I started watching her at 4 months old so I do have experience with infants. Sophia was born special needs so I am familiar with...
Domonique can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
hello! I am a 22-year-old college student currently finishing my psychology degree at Indiana University South and starting graduate school for occupational therapy in fall 2022! I worked as a camp counselor at a summer camp for individuals with special needs from 2014 through 2019 and as a direct support professional with Logan...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands
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: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
Susan K.
South Bend, IN
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a CNA and home health aide. I have worked in 2 facilities in Elkhart on the Alzheimer's unit and long term care unit. I have worked in the home as well. I currently am helping a lovely gentleman a few mornings a week get up for the day and eat breakfast, take his meds and blood sugars. I also helped his family go through...
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for most of my life. I have taken care of children with and without special needs. I worked as a caregiver full time for 6 years. I also worked in the school system in Mishawaka as a special ed teaching assistant for 5 years. looking for part-time work that would allow me to bring my almost 1-year-old...
Kristina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Tina has taken care of my 2 boys many times and they love her! She is always on time and flexible if a schedule changes. She moved out of our state so we don't get to have her anymore but any family would be lucky to have her."
Nicole S.
Lea G.
South Bend, IN
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
I grew up helping my mom in her classroom as a Special Needs and Abilities Teacher. I continued to substitue in her classroom and others through out nursing school. I've been an LPN now for 13 years with experience in Acute Care, Long term Care as well as assisted living. I left my nurse job to take care of my grandmother in her...
Elizabeth W.
South Bend, IN
$12-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over 26 years assisting special needs individuals. I have experience from working in group homes, home care, and day programs.
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...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in South Bend, IN
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
Angela C.
5.0
Angela is the absolute best!! She took care of our newborn at night from very early on all the way until 10 months old and continues to babysit for us as well. I would recommend her to everyone, especially those with newborns! My husband and I were able to get much needed rest knowing our baby was...
- Sara B.
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.
- Care member
Kristina M.
5.0
Tina has taken care of my 2 boys many times and they love her! She is always on time and flexible if a schedule changes. She moved out of our state so we don't get to have her anymore but any family would be lucky to have her.
- Nicole S.
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Ratings for South Bend, IN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in South Bend, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.