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Martha C.


Spencerville, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

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I have been a special education teacher for many years. I have also worked with the elderly in my family and friends. I would like to get out of the schools and into private settings. I am passionate about working with and helping all types of people. I have worked as a developmental therapist with infants. I am certified to...
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Rosemary G.


Saint Joe, IN

$10/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time or Full-Time

5.0

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Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I have 8 children, 3 are in school. I have lots of experience. I love children. I helped with a 2 sets of twins. I have experience with special needs children. I live on 18 acres of land with lots of woods with my husband and 8 children. We have 1 Pomeranian house dog. I know that your children will have fun at our house...
Rosemary can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We absolutely love Rosemary and could not imagine a better sitter for our son! She is so good with him and he loves her!"

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Danielle W.


Harlan, IN

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Worked in nursing home while going to college. Have been a pediatric nurse for 35 years. Worked Pediatric ICU for 12 years, then care for kids in their homes. Enjoy working with special needs kids. I assist the elderly also.
Skills:

CPR

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Kelly B.


Auburn, IN

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Kelly and I am a Certified Occupational Assistant. I have been trained in sensory integration therapies, Astronaut Training, Therapeutic Listening, Therapressure Brushing and other sensory strategies. I assisted with starting an Autism Support group and building a sensory gym during my 12 years at Dekalb...
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Sabrina A.


Grabill, IN

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love children, I have been watching them for as long as I can remember. I have an almost 7-year-old. I love to do fun things with children, I try to find activities they can do, or things they can help me with (like baking, or planting flowers). I am CPR certified. I have also taken care of children with special needs.
Sabrina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

I am currently employed with a school and work with special needs individuals ages 16-22. I also have worked with special needs individuals at their homes and took them out on community based activities. I have been responsible for taking care of multiple children at one time and I am a very positive, friendly, and loving...
Cassie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Christine K.


Fort Wayne, IN

$15-30/hr20 yrs exp

That Grandma You Always Wanted

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm a dedicated childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With 20 years of experience, I've been fortunate to positively impact the lives of children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My patient, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect easily with children and build strong...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Christine was wonderful! She has great experience with children personally (as a mom and grandma) and professionally (her work as teacher and being hired for other babysitting jobs). She arrived on time and loved on our 8 month old daughter while daycare was closed...

Ally Y.

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Abby C.


Fort Wayne, IN

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Sitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My name is Abby and I have been nannying/babysitting for roughly 8 years. I love hanging out with kids and seeing their imaginations run wild. I have experience with kids with special needs and various medical problems like severe allergies. I love doing arts and crafts with children along with playing kids. I am a psychology...
Abby can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Abby was great. She jumped in and helped in a pinch after we received a last minute cancel from another sitter. She was patient with a fussy baby and kept up with our energetic 6 yo!"

Caramarie K.

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Rachelle M.


Fort Wayne, IN

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Loving And Sharing!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there! Nice to e-meet you! I attended Homestead High School and graduated in 2019! I have been taking care of children since I was 13 years old. I have taken care of any children from special-needs, sick, and energetic children! With being all about my community, by volunteering and simply being fairly involved in church. I...
Rachelle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kaylee G.


Fort Wayne, IN

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am currently a stay at home foster mom and my little girl is in school full time. I am looking to nanny, pet sit, odd jobs, really anything during the day once in awhile. I have a degree in Speech Pathology and I have worked in the behavioral therapy field for 3 years. Recently, my husband and I decided that it was...
Kaylee can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Wow! Just wow! Kaylee is extremely careful attentive. The kids absolutely love her! She is my go to sitter every time! "

Joe G.

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Laura H.


Fort Wayne, IN

$10-15/hr6 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: Dementia, companionship, personal care
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Megan S.


Fort Wayne, IN

$10-50/hr3 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

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Kayla B.


Fort Wayne, IN

$15/hr14 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I'm a caregiver with a passion for helping children grow and learn. With over 14 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I have a proven track record of providing safe and nurturing care. I am creative, imaginative, and always looking for new and fun ways to engage children and help them learn. Whether we're...
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Malynda C.


Fort Wayne, IN

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Nursing Student

Hi there! Nursing student here, with 8 years of experience as a CNA/private caregiver. My experience has usually been long term care facilities with geriatric patients. I have had some very successful private caregiving experiences (2 years) My schedule varies, but I am open and transparent about every/any thing!
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Bonnie Z.


Fort Wayne, IN

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

I am a certified special education teacher, in addition I have had experience teaching in an autistic support classroom. I have attended trainings on ABA and have had a passion for working with children and adults with special needs. This previous year I have worked 1:1 with a student with autism.
Hey! I'm Mary, I have been working with kids with special needs for four years now. I'm 18, a senior in highschool and work in the special education department for 3 years.
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Ruby H.


Fort Wayne, IN

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Ruby! I love getting to interact with kids no matter what the age! I used to be a tutor so I have experience with giving academic help! I also enjoy doing crafts, swimming, exploring new places and playing games!
I worked for an elderly lady who needed assistance with cleaning, groceries, cooking, and whatever else. I worked for her until she passed away. I have also worked for several years as a nanny for kids who are special needs and I have been responsible for multiple things, such as housework, meds, meals, doctor's appointments,...
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Ashley R.


Fort Wayne, IN

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for 8 years for many families. I have experience caring for children as young as a newborn up to 12 years old. Most of my 8 years of experience has been with children under 5 years old and children with special needs. I can cook, clean, organize and do the laundry. I love working with children and I am wiling...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Angela S.


Fort Wayne, IN

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker

Hello, I am currently preparing to have my first child at the beginning of June 2025 and will be taking a leave from working for around 2 months and hoping to return doing part time jobs in August. I have a bachelor's degree in elementary and special education. I have 5 years of tutoring experience. 15 years babysitting...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Spencerville, IN

Rosemary G.

5.0

Rosemary is an amazing find. She has taken on both my granddaughters aged 4 and 5. The 5 yr old is non-verbal autistic and the younger is very speech delayed. In the few months that they have gone to Rosemary we have seen both girls develop socially. Both girls are always happy to go, and start...

- Care member

Christine K.

5.0

Christine was wonderful! She has great experience with children personally (as a mom and grandma) and professionally (her work as teacher and being hired for other babysitting jobs). She arrived on time and loved on our 8 month old daughter while daycare was closed so my husband and I could focus on...

- Ally Y.

Abby C.

5.0

Abby was so wonderful with our three year old daughter. My daughter is super shy at first and Abby was so patient with her. Abby has excellent communication and time management skills. She’s extremely dependable and great with kids who may be a little hesitant with someone other than mom or dad...

- Care member

Kaylee G.

5.0

Kaylee is the best sitter we've had. We trust her with our girls. She is patient, kind, responsible, and my daughters love her. You won't regret hiring her.

- Daiana W.

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