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Special needs caregivers in Whiteland, IN

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Kalee W.


Whiteland, IN

$20/hr4 yrs exp

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I have worked with kiddos with ASD, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy and more. From an ABA center, to a conductive school for education, to being a 1-on-1, working on a Autism Psychiatric Unit, and at Behavioral Schools. These kiddos have a special place in my heart and I would absolutely love to care for your kiddo and give you...

Scout M.


Indianapolis, IN

$18-20/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Scout! I am a Registered Nurse with 3 years of Pediatric ER experience and many years prior of child care and nannying. With my nursing background, I am comfortable caring for multiples and special needs children as well as managing an injuries or emergencies that may occur. I'm currently looking for part time summer...
Scout can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"I interviewed Scout for our summer nanny position coming this year! She was punctual, professional and attentive to my girls right off the bat! She has excellent communication skills and great eye contact. I felt terrible that I was not well prepared with my notes....

Amanda S.

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Zoe S.


Greenwood, IN

$24/hr9 yrs exp

Love Kids. Fun But Responsible

I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I love kids I have worked with special needs children since I was a kid. Grew up as a swimmer have some medical experience other than CPR
Zoe can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She worked really well with my three kids! 5 year old twins and my 8 month old. One of my twins is autistic and she absolutely loved Zoe! She doesn’t like people but connected with Zoe really fast!"

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Cara S.


Greenwood, IN

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Taker

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Dear Families, Hi! I absolutely love being a nanny! It has been such a rewarding and fulfilling experience. After 20 years of working in different childcare settings this has been my favorite. My absolute joy in life is being mom to my beautiful and creative daughter! She is my greatest teacher. I feel that this profession...
Cara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Cara has cared for our daughter from infancy on. Our daughter is 13 now and she has the best memories while she was with Cara! Cara is caring, loving, and I would recommend her to anyone looking for an excellent caregiver !"

Amy P.

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Haley K.


Indianapolis, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Part-Time Sitter For All Ages

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a teacher on the south side of Indy looking for more work doing what I love! I've been babysitting for 10 years now so I have experience with children of all ages, as well as sets of multiples and children who have special needs. I am available most evenings and any time on most weekends. I am kind and patient, and I...
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Excellent! She was friendly, on time, and connected well with my child and pets. Highly recommend."

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Nina H.


Indianapolis, IN

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

FT/PT Caregiver With Nursing Training, Early Childhood Degree And 23 Years Experience Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

During my 26 years as a professional childcare provider I have acquired experience with the following types of special care children. Spinal abnormalities, Congenital heart defects, open heart surgery post care, Asthma, ADHD, severe food allergies, Autism, sensory integration disorder, Erb's Palsy, deafness, combination...
5.0
"Nina has put in so much time and effort to be a great tutor for our son! She made sure to meet with his teachers and acquire a variety of learning materials to best suit his unique needs. She adjusts her methods and goals as needed to get the most out of him."

Katie F.

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Sarah L.


Greenwood, IN

$20-33/hr20 yrs exp

Very Experienced Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have had the pleasure of caring for children for the last 20 years, including running my own daycare for 17years. I am a mom of 5 children. I have education in early childhood development as well as a medical background as a CNA and am first aid and CPR certified. I am a clean, patient, firm, reliable, trustworthy, honest and...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"All of my kids loved her. She came in ready to have fun and engaged with them at each of their levels. Her experience is unparalleled. She handled the challenges of having 4 kids with ease. She is an absolutely champion! Can't wait to have her back!!"

Katie V.

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Nicole L.


Greenwood, IN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Mature Caregiver With Background In Nursing And Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Nurturing, care giving and educating are my passions! In addition to my personal experience as the mother of 4 boys (17, 15, 15 & 13 y. o.) I am a retired RN, and have 20+ years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. I truly enjoy caring for children of all ages and stages of development. Having...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Mary F.


Greenwood, IN

$19-30/hr10 yrs exp

I've been watching special-needs children in the past. I ran the house with four special-needs girls. It was a 24 hour house and I took care of everything. Also, I had two boys of my own that I stayed at home with and did everything and I now have two grandbabies that I take care of one is 6 months old and one's autistic. He's 2...
Mary can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hi! I am a therapist currently for kiddos with special needs. However, I have an extensive background working with dementia patients, hospice and nursing home experience. I have an ongoing desire to help others in their time of need and this app helps me do so!
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
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Janae J.


Franklin, IN

$14-18/hr1 yrs exp

Heart Warming And Fun Sitter

Hi! I am a loving, passionate, happy, calm, but energetic young adult. I am interested in becoming a light in the lives of others. I have a brother who I grew up with who has special needs. He was diagnosed with ADD, PDD, ODD, and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. Growing up my entire life I have learned to be patient and gentle when I...
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Heather H.


Indianapolis, IN

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

Current Mother, Prior Kindergarten Aide And Swim Instructor/life Gurd

I am a mother of 3 boys who are all now in college. I had the pleasure of gaining years of experience as a kindergarten aide where I learned to manage several different types of special needs that come with young children. I also have years of experience as a swim instructor and life guard.
Heather can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have been caregiving since 2018 and I am CPR and first aide certified. I have experience with kids and adults with disabilities, working in ABA therapy and special needs classrooms with developmental and behavioral support kiddos. I am also work in home are with all ages of individuals with mental and physical disabilities. I...
Brittany can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Birgitta S.


Greenwood, IN

$15-50/hr6 yrs exp

Grace From Greenwood

I am a friendly, fun, and attentive college student with over 6 years of experience in working with children, teens, and kids with special needs. As a future medical professional, I am trustworthy and responsible. My preferred care-giving approach is to incorporate lots of active play and love for outdoors. I bring a passion for...
Birgitta can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kristen M.


Indianapolis, IN

$22-25/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny With Autistic Support Experience

Hi, I'm Kristen! I currently work as a behavioral therapist at a clinic for autistic children and young adults. I have worked with kids for about 7 years, but now I am looking to do something outside of the clinical environment. I have experience with disabled children ages 2-17 in clinical settings, as well as in preschool and...

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as warm, open minded, and patient. I enjoy working with kids because I enjoy the relationship I build with them becoming someone they trust and look forward to coming back! I started working with kids professionally around the ages of 12/13 when I became the official babysitter of my parents friend...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
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Amina B.


Greenwood, IN

$19-21/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mom Who Loves Children

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi There! My name is Amina and I have over 30 years experience, CPR certified and I am comfortable caring for all children, especially those who may have special needs. I am married and the mother of two adult children. I have an amazing 30-year-old daughter, who was born with cerebral palsy and beat the odds with early...
Amina can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Katie S.


Indianapolis, IN

$15-19/hr4 yrs exp

RN

RN with hospital experience as well as at home care. Comfortable with most tubes and drains. Very patient and tries to find the best in hard situations
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Ashley R.


Indianapolis, IN

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Fun & Friendly Sitter

Hello, I am currently a Registered Behavioral Therapist of 4years. I have my Certification in CPR and first aid along with safety care. Iam looking to provide a special needs family with loving care. I am a mother of two boys.
Ashley can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Kennedy T.


Indianapolis, IN

$23-30/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver Bio

Hello all!! My name is Kennedy, I am 22 years old and a college student. I am in my last two months of nursing school. I graduate with my bachelors of science and nursing in December. I currently work in the ICU as a patient care intern. I have a completed infant and toddler specialization minor as well! I am completely finished...
Kennedy can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Whiteland, IN

Scout M.

5.0

Scout is amazing! She is our weekend sitter. My kids love her and I feel so confident leaving her with our 20month old and 8month old. Best sitter we have found on care.com by far!

- Breanna M.

Zoe S.

5.0

She worked really well with my three kids! 5 year old twins and my 8 month old. One of my twins is autistic and she absolutely loved Zoe! She doesn’t like people but connected with Zoe really fast!

- Care member

Cara S.

5.0

Cara has been a great nanny to our son. She began caring for him around 3 months of age until he was about 13 months old. She was always so warm and attentive with him! She would send us picture and video updates. She took him to the library on a few occasions, would go on walks when the weather...

- Nicholas M.

Haley K.

5.0

Excellent! She was friendly, on time, and connected well with my child and pets. Highly recommend.

- Care member

Nina H.

5.0

Nina has put in so much time and effort to be a great tutor for our son! She made sure to meet with his teachers and acquire a variety of learning materials to best suit his unique needs. She adjusts her methods and goals as needed to get the most out of him.

- Katie F.

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