Find Trusted Special Needs Child Care Near Me in Grand Rapids, MI
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Find special needs child care in Grand Rapids, MI that you’ll love
60 special needs child care are listed in Grand Rapids, MI
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 5 years
Special needs child care in Grand Rapids, MI
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As a Foster parent and mother I gained experience with Autism, ADHD, ADD and Sensory integration. As a Nanny I gained experience with a G tube, a seizure plan, OT, PT, ST for limited mobility, blindness, cognitive and hearing impairment.
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Gianna,and I am currently a freshman at the University, I play soccer here as well, and am staying in Grand Rapids this summer, looking for a great opportunity caring for and building a bond with you and your child/children! I have two amazing younger siblings that I have cared for since a young age, and...
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"Gianna is a very loving, compassionate and pleasant individual. She shows up with a smile on her face and always happy to work and learn. She will be greatly missed as she goes off to school this August. I hope we have the ability to work with her in the future....
Kelly S.
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Experienced with ADHD, Autism and other social, communication and learning challenges. There is always a way to move through with love, compassion and grace.
Pain Resilience and Trauma Informed Yoga/movement Specialist.
Certified in Neuro-linguistic and Neuro-Semantics Coach, Release Emotional Trauma, Educate on how to...
Ashley R.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm Ashley and I have seven plus years experience working with individuals of varying needs and disabilities. I've been hired for special events as well as regular care.
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"Ashley has been an amazing caregiver for my wheelchair bound Aunt who has cognitive disability and early onset dementia. She has been an asset and miracle worker to our family and Aunt. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone. "
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I am the Mother of 3 Adult Children and I have three grand children. I frequently babysits my 10-month-old grand daughter. I was employed with Kenowa Hills Public Schools for 5 years. 1 Yr working at the High School in an Autism Room. 2 Yrs working at the Middle School in an Autism Room. 1 Yr working at the Elementary School...
Henrietta can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Lisa M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$30-35/hr • 20 yrs exp
Pediatric Occupational Therapist / Special Needs / Sensory Diets
Hello. My name is Lisa and I am an occupational therapist by profession. I have been an OT for many years with 11 years as a school based occupational therapist and most recently as an outpatient pediatric OT. I recently resigned from my position due to the late evening hours that kept me from being with my own family. I am...
Lisa can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Keely L.
Grand Rapids, MI
$11-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible, Compassionate, And Experienced Caregiver, Specialty In Special Needs
I am an honest, organized, and extremely committed person with a special heart for children, and people with special needs. In my years of experience, I have been a swim instructor to very young children, a nanny to kids from infant to high school, and a full-time teacher in a science museum for kids of all ages. I also have...
Keely can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with children with :
ASD - coursework and placement in a kindergarten for students with ASD
ADHD - nanny and tutor experience for several students with ADHD
Learning disabilities - personal caregiver for a sister with learning disabilities
Developmental delay - coursework and teaching experience with children...
Hi, I'm Kylee!
I am 23 years old, and I have been nannying since I was 14. I have worked with kids 3 months to 14 years old. I have experience working with children in a pediatric rehabilitation setting. I love working with and being around kids! :)
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In my past 15 years, I have cared for a mentally challenged child, a deaf child and many children with ADD and ADHD. I have enjoyed these experiences as I have witnessed the many successes these children have achieved. I feel that the loving spirit that is given from each child is my best reward.
Alaina M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Personal Care Assistant For Children With Special Needs
I have worked with children with multiple diagnoses and disabilities throughout the years, mainly while employed and volunteering at Comprehensive Therapy Center in Grand Rapids. I have extensive experience with Down Syndrome, the Autism spectrum, and many other cognitive and physical disabilities.
I have been employed with the Public School for 4 years. I am currently employed in a Mildly Cognitively Impaired Classroom. I have worked in Autism Classrooms in the Middle and High School. I have done the Special Needs Ministry at my Church.
I have over 20 years providing care to people with physical as well as mental disability's helping with meds ADL'S working at hope Network developmental as well as rehab
Keely L.
Grand Rapids, MI
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced And Compassionate Caregiver With Heart For Special Needs
I have worked closely with children and adults with all kinds of special needs since high school. My sister is an OT for children with autism and I have also been a babysitter for a young neighbor with Down syndrome for several months. I work closely with the Special Olympics Michigan and am comfortable with non-verbal and needs...
The summer after I graduated I Worked part-time for a lady who has seven children with special needs. I changed briefs, cathed, fed, and administered medications; I provided a couple hours a week for the mother to take care of other things around the house. For the past two-and-a-half years I worked as an assistant on a bus for...
Megan M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have worked both in one on one settings caregiving for people with special needs, as well as in group settings. With a cousin with special needs, I grew up babysitting and caring for her for the past 14 years. Additionally, last year I worked at a nonprofit that provides art and music community classes to people with physical...
Abigail W.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello, I am very reliable, patient and kind with people who have special needs. I used to work for Enriched living. Which is adult foster care for young adults and elderlys who have special needs such as autism, Down syndrome, and mobility changes. I absolutely love being a caregiver! I have been a caregiver for about 3-4 years...
Mykala V.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Caring and understanding the needs of persons with disabilities has became a passion of mine after having a sibling with a developmental disability. When I was 15 years old my youngest brother was born with a congenital heart defect, there was many surgeries and medical appointment in the following years as my family learned how...
I am a loving mother of four children I have a great way with young children and youth children. I come with many years experience in the health field over 15 years. I am CPR certified and well trained. I have a structured schedule.
I love to keep things cleaned as I am very well organized in my own home. I treat others as if...
Hello! I am a senior at Calvin University studying Special Education and Elementary Education. My hope is to work as a teacher for students with high support needs. This summer I worked as a direct support professional at Ascendigo Autism Services Summer camp. I worked 1 on 1 with campers who had intellectual and developmental...
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