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Mary P.


Syracuse, IN

$20-25/hr

Birth Doula

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Birth Doula I am willing to be your antepartum doula, birth doula and or postpartum doula. I have attended a number of births and am presently furthering my education in doula work and birth assistance. I am naturally sensitive and compassionate. I believe mothers should have the privilege of being supported emotionally,...
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Kristine J.


Warsaw, IN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

4.6

(8)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been a care taker for over 20yrs. I've worked in Chicago for 15 yrs with Special Needs Students at the high school level. When my father was diagnosed with Dementia over 8 yrs ago, I then earned my CNA license and had a passion for working with the elderly. I am very comfortable with helping seniors that are wheelchair...
Kristine can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Kristine has a solid work ethic and is consistent in her work. She is positive and caring even when things can get overwhelming. She handles stressful situations well. I would highly recommend her!"

Suzette D.

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Kristine J.


Warsaw, IN

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Care Taker/Nanny

4.4

(7)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have extensive training and care. Raised 3 children of my own. I am very proud to say all are very successful. All my work experience is with children and young adults. I find it extremely rewarding to work with children and special needs students. I am fit, sharp and a very joyful person. I have great intuition about children...
Kristine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Sincerely loving, caring and patient. She's the closest thing to me being there myself. I completely trust her which is the most important thing to me."

Debbie S.

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Carson F.


Warsaw, IN

$18-28/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My Name is Carson, I am 27 years old and new to the Bay Area. I just recently moved here from Oklahoma with my Fiancé and would love to get back to nannying part time. Throughout college I was child caregiver for around 5 years and 3 years prior to that when I was in high school. Upon graduating college I've continued to nanny...
Carson can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"We're so happy we hired Carson as our nanny. Our daughter was/is still super attached to her. Don't look anywhere else. Hire her or you're going to miss out."

Jonathan L.

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Aden B.


Nappanee, IN

$11-16/hr4 yrs exp

2nd Grade Teacher Doing Summer Time Sitting!

Hello! I'm a second grade teacher in Elkhart looking to babysit or nanny over my summer break. I've ran summer camps, worked with individuals with special needs, come up with tons of fun activities for a Boys and Girls Club in Indy. Now I'm finishing up my first year teaching and can't imagine a summer away from kiddos!
Aden can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Dara M.


Goshen, IN

$12-20/hr9 yrs exp

Caretaker With 4 Years Of Experience Working With Special Needs Adults

I am currently a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional as a full time job and have been in the field since 2014. I have experience with people with Autism, Down Syndrome, Schizophrenia, Seizure disorder, and Dementia. I am trained in CPR and first aid. Within the group home experiences, I have picked up on many traits,...
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Madison O.


Middlebury, IN

$15-20/hr

Would Love To Be There For Your Love Ones!

I currently live with my grandma now I love to help around the house and my special-needs aunt. Also run a restaurant and loved talking to my every day regulars! I also went to military school so I have great social skills.
Madison can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, companionship & more
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Elizabeth B.


Goshen, IN

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Ready For A Fun Reliable And Enjoyable Job

I'd describe my personality as caring silly And reliable I like working with kids because I love seeing children grow and develop into well mannered young adults I'm looking for a job that is enjoyable and meaningful to my life. I want a job that fits my personality and I love children I started working with kids when I was...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Rhyann B.


Wakarusa, IN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love caring for all infants and young children. I have worked with special needs for 5 years and have babysat since I was 12. I worked at a daycare handling 6 infants by myself for 2 years. I worked at the Rainbow's End Daycare for a year before becoming a nanny. I have experience working as an RBT using ABA therapy with...
Rhyann can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Rhyann B.


Wakarusa, IN

$11-16/hr6 yrs exp

I worked with a child 1:1 for 5 years, he had several disabilities and no main diagnosis which meant constant medication changes and doctor's appointments which I accompanied. I have experience with seizures, behavioral issues, mental and physical delays, speech delays, aggressive behaviors, etc. I also worked at an Autism...
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Cylie M.


Warsaw, IN

$12-50/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Or Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I must note that I have an infant who would need to come with me to any jobs I take. I consider her my promotion from God! I have been caring for children for 15 years. Ages range from infants to middle schoolers. I also have experience in education. Kids are my passion; I find it easy to relate to them on a personal level to...
Cylie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Meg R.


Middlebury, IN

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Looking To Gain Experience With Elementary Kids With Special Needs

I am currently studying to become a Elementary and special education teacher. I am looking to gain experience with elementary kids that need special help and attention. In the past I have worked with a boy who has Down syndrome who was 5 years old. I am so eager to gain experience for my job in the future I hope to become a...
I am a mom of two daughters. One is 10 and the other is three. My youngest is on the ASD spectrum so I have experience in that as well. I engaged and due to be married in October. With a special needs kid I am looking for a part time job.
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Whitney R.


Goshen, IN

$15-30/hr7 yrs exp

Care Giver Available

I am credentialed as a Mental Health Therapist and have worked with children with various special needs. I have worked in community Mental Health settings as well as schools. I have been a therapist, case manager and paraprofessional. I love working with kids who have special needs because they are often overlooked by others. I...
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Kara W.


Warsaw, IN

$12-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hello!

Hello, my name is Kara, and I am 22 years old. I am currently employed as a specialized paraprofessional at a local elementary school. Because I work in the school system, I am currently looking for summer, before/after school, or occasional opportunities. I have around 8 years of experience, between working in a functional...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Syracuse, IN

Kristine J.

5.0

Kristine is very caring and reliable

- Shelley B.

Kristine J.

5.0

Sincerely loving, caring and patient. She's the closest thing to me being there myself. I completely trust her which is the most important thing to me.

- Debbie S.

Carson F.

5.0

We're so happy we hired Carson as our nanny. Our daughter was/is still super attached to her. Don't look anywhere else. Hire her or you're going to miss out.

- Jonathan L.

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