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Averi B.


Bristol, IN

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Sarah S.


South Bend, IN

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver With Special Needs Training And Experience

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 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hello! I am Kaylee and I'm 27 years old. I graduated cum laude from Ball State University with a degree in Special Education Intense Interventions and a minor in Autism Spectrum Disorder. I am CPR/FA/AED certified. I have experience including babysitting, working in before/after school care, taking care of the elderly with...
Kaylee can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Sarah S.


South Bend, IN

$17-33/hr7 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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Erin M.


South Bend, IN

$19-30/hr5 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, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$18-30/hr10 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: Respite care, dementia, transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Mary P.


Syracuse, IN

$20-25/hr

Birth Doula

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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Nichole K.


Elkhart, IN

$15-25/hr5 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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Lori C.


Plymouth, IN

$24-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hi Friend!

Compassionate and dedicated Registered Technician with a passion for helping individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Seeking a rewarding position where I can apply my knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques to assist in the development and growth of individuals with special needs! I specialize in trauma...
Lori can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Emma M.


Mishawaka, IN

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

Prior RBT certified , currently working for a company that specializes in the who child health of individuals with autism. Looking for part time extra hours.
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Michelle R.


Bristol, IN

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hi, I'm Michelle and I am a licensed practical nurse looking for some part time work while my daughter is in school.
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Domonique D.


South Bend, IN

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver (Possibly Full-Time)

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

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Cheryl C.


Mishawaka, IN

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

As a childcare provider with 30 plus years off and on experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My calm, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect with children and create a safe, nurturing environment. I believe in open communication with parents and will provide regular updates on...
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Tiffany C.


Elkhart, IN

$15/hr10 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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Ruth S.


Granger, IN

$12-17/hr10 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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Darcy H.


Elkhart, IN

$18-25/hr5 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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Meredith S.


Elkhart, IN

$16-30/hr7 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny!

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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, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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

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