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Chloe F.


Elkhart, IN

$18/hr • 5 yrs exp

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As the oldest of eight children, I have always been willing to help out with the children in my household along with any errands that need to be completed (making dinner, taking the baby for a drive to fall asleep, cleaning up around the house, playing someone's favorite song on repeat just to keep them calm or happy, etc.) I am...
Chloe can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Christina G.


Niles, MI

$23-37/hr • 20 yrs exp

The Toddler Whisperer!

Mommy of two myself. I was a stay at home mom for a few years while working inside the home and home-schooling my oldest. I am an internationally certified doula. Many years of childcare experience under my belt. I've worked with all ages of children. I am the oldest of five and grew up a latch key kid taking care of my younger...
Christina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Gretchen C.


Three Rivers, MI

$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Current Pediatric Behavior Technican for children with Autism. Previously interned at a Pediatric Development center and assisted in speech and social therapy for children. Experience nannying for children with different cognitive and physical impairments.
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Sarah M.


Edwardsburg, MI

$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Motivated, caring Mother of 3. I am a Special Education paraprofessional and substitute teacher in an area school district. -Patient and understanding, with a calm and gentle demeanor - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Passionate about supporting children/adults/elderly with diverse needs and abilities. -Clean...
Sarah can also help with: Companionship, respite care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Kaelyn M.


Elkhart, IN

$10-26/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kaelyn! A little bit about me, Ilove the gym, all types of music, and baking. I have 2 fur-baby-kittys, Chessi & Athena. I have about 8+ years of experience of children age range 0-16. I also have average experience with special needs children. I can do all needed things done around the house as well as rides...
Kaelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I am 24, CPR certified, and my brother has autism and I've watched him for years. I've learned a lot when it comes to autism and disability but I still would have a lot to continue to learn and I'm willing.
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Averi B.


Bristol, IN

$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

My name is Averi Barfell, and I am a highly experienced nanny looking for a position that would need someone long-term. It is very important that the children feel important and loved as much as stability and consistency. I have been a full time Nanny for the past 3 years, until my current family has decided to relocate. Before...
Averi can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Nichole K.


Elkhart, IN

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

My name is Nichole, I am 25 years old. I have a 5-year-old daughter. The two of us live alone in Elkhart, IN. I am looking for a family who needs a date night/ weekend sitter. I am currently working full time as a nanny for 1 toddler. I love all children & pets. I help take care of my sisters 4 kids, along with my daughter. I am...
Nichole can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Ruth S.


Granger, IN

$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Always Listening, Always Caring

While my background is in higher education (Ed. D), I have worked in the healthcare field with seniors and individuals with disabilities for 20+ years in various roles (as CNA, DSP, and in Management). In the last 4-years, and throughout the Covid-19 pandemic season, I lived with, cared for, and managed the overall health and...
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Sarah M.


Edwardsburg, MI

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Highly motivated and caring Mother of three, paraprofessional and substitute teacher with experience working with children of diverse abilities, including those with Autism and disabilities. Professional Experience: Paraprofessional and Substitute Teacher at a Local School District. Support students with Autism and...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Tiffany C.


Elkhart, IN

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience with various needs such as, ADD, diabetes, Autism, CP, Down syndrome, deafness, and C. H. A. R. G. E. Syndrome. I am comfortable with administering medications, tube feedings, performing suctioning, helping with different forms of therapy, etc.
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Elise L.


Niles, MI

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hello, I'm 25 and my background is in childcare. I have worked with children and teens with developmental delays, autism, cognitive disabilities and speech delays. I have some ASL knowledge. I have a bachelor in early childhood, CPR and aid certs. I also have my own car. I look forward to hearing from you.
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Chloe F.


Niles, MI

$12-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Chloe! I'm Excited To Get Back Into Child Care And Pursue Something I Enjoy.

I'd describe my personality as creative, responsible and, caring. I started working with kids when I was 14 years old professionally, before that I'd watch family members kids. In my spare time, I like to play video games, work on creative projects and stay up to date with current global events One thing you should know...
I am really good with kids and I have 2 nieces and 2 nephews who I babysit all the time. My youngest best nephew has special needs so I have experience with that. I am CPR/aed and first aid certified and I also know how to swim.
Makayla can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kim C.


Niles, MI

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny And Mother

I have nearly 30 years experience working with children. I was previously a nanny to 4 children for 10 years. Spent many years as a veterinary assistant and zookeeper. And went back to working with children. I was a lead preschool teacher for 7 years. I am now a paraprofessional in special education, and hope to retire in this...
Kim can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Darcy H.


Elkhart, IN

$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Specialized Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I offer one-time or recurring help/enrichment/care coordination for adults and their families in the home or in a residential care setting
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Amithyst V.


Niles, MI

$19/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hi Are You Looking For A Nanny?

I'm CPR certified and a Registered Behavioral Therapist. My passion for children's growth and development has inspired me to create a fun and educational environment for the past 9 years. I can work with kids on their fine motor skills, social Skills and language development, all while making it fun! My patient, creative, and...
Amithyst can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Meredith S.


Elkhart, IN

$16-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny!

3.7

(3)

with several years of experience in babysitting, and I also nannied my niece and nephew during the pandemic for about a year before starting my previous position. I worked for more than 3 years as a registered behavior technician for Lighthouse Autism Center , which taught me so much about working with children who have special...
Meredith can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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"She is lovely! Very dependable and great with children. "

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Meredith S.


Elkhart, IN

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

Registered Behavior Technician with more than two years of experience with special needs children!
Hello everyone! My name is Victoria (Tori) I have many years of experience working with children and adults with special needs. In high school (2011-2012) I created a progrm. a group of students that mentor and turtor young children with high and low functioning autism. The program is still active to this day. In 2016 I moved...

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