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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Allendale, MI

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years

Special needs caregivers in Allendale, MI

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Elizabeth W.


Hudsonville, MI

$15-20/hr

Summer Special Needs Caregiver Available

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Hi there! I am an incoming senior at Hope College looking for work May-August. I have experience with children with special needs and I am a quick and adaptable learner! I love caring for others and I would love to get to know you!
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Lauren C.


Hudsonville, MI

$24-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Super Sitter

Hi!!! As a friendly and bubbly childcare provider with eight years of experience, I'm passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives and supporting families. My experience in previous nannying roles motivated me to become a caregiver again. I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and communicating with parents...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Michelle R.


Jenison, MI

$11-15/hr

Part-Time Special needs caregiver is available

I am mainly interested in working with individuals with special needs of all ages. I am mainly interested in working with individuals who have special needs that I will encounter in my career in Speech-Language Pathology. I have one year left to complete my bachelor degree in Speech, and will then move on to Graduate School to...
I have 10 years of experience as a nanny and babysitter. I can help with full house keeping (if children are old enough to occupy themselves for periods of time for me to clean - 5+ years residential cleaning experience) and Laundry. I am a loving 38 yr old who is unable to have children, so I have always lived vicariously...
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Stacey E.


Zeeland, MI

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old, so I have 21 years of babysitting experience. I have been a full time nanny for about 7 years now, which includes children with special needs.
Stacey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Nancy S.


Hudsonville, MI

$18-23/hr • 2 yrs exp

Sitter And Mom Helper!

I am a wife and Mom of two sons 22 and 18, so always had a busy household with lots of activity! I understand that it's nice to have some help now and again to take a few minutes for yourself - run errands, go for a walk, go to lunch, etc. I'm interested in on-call sitting or part-time work. Let me know if you have any...
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Jillian B.


Jenison, MI

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi I'm a 46-year-old mom and nana. I have 5 children one who has severe autism and other special needs. I have been an LPN for 13 years always doing home care. I have worked with pediatric, adults, and senior patients. Prior to becoming a a nurse I did child care. I currently work as a 1:1 nurse in a special needs school. My...
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Ellen M.


Zeeland, MI

$11-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I am a speech-language pathology graduate student at GVSU looking to work with children with special needs. I have experience with individuals on the autism spectrum, as well as those with physical and mental disabilities. I look forward to meeting you and your child with special needs!
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Jade J.


Hudsonville, MI

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as fun, positive, and little goofy with a lot random facts and stories to share I like working with kids because I love seeing how children's minds work and how they learn and grow. I'm looking for a job that can show me mutual respect and Appreciation When I was 9 my first sibling was born and...
Jade can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

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Janie S.


Jenison, MI

$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi! I am a mom of three girls. I am looking to get involved with a family who may have some flexibility as my schedule will change occasionally. I am a pediatric RN. Thanks!
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Taylor M.


Hudsonville, MI

$10-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun, Active, Sitter

My name is Taylor, I am 30 years old. I am currently a licensed cosmetologist, and going to school at GrandValley State University for Elementary Education. I have 15 years of experience with children of all ages. I also have experience with special needs children. I am active, outgoing, reliable, responsible, and positive. I...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
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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...
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Kathryn T.


Jenison, MI

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

SEN & CBT Certified Care Provider

5.0

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Are you looking for a qualified, reliable child care provider? Hi! I'm Kathryn, boy mom to a recent college graduate, auntie to 6 kiddos, nanny and caregiver to many. I've 12+yrs paid childcare experience, including families large & small, with multiples, twins, both physically disabled, & special needs. As a five star care...
5.0
"Kathryn is exceptionally well trained with special needs patients, especially children. I have had her come to our place of residence to help with my brother in law whom is a quadriplegic. He doesn't like many people and he gave her the thumbs up."

Megan B.

Alyssa E.


Hudsonville, MI

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

As an ASD paraprofessional, I support children in developing communication skills and navigating their daily routines. I work closely with students to help them use AAC tools, from picture-based systems to speech-generating devices, ensuring they can express their thoughts, needs, and emotions. I also focus on creating and...

Evelyn M.


Jenison, MI

$14-21/hr • 1 yrs exp

Special needs

I possess strong communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills and can establish positive and trusting relationships with individuals with Asperger's and their families. Ultimately, I am committed to providing compassionate and evidence-based care to support the unique needs and goals of each individual with...
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Alissa E.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I have been working in child care since I was 13 years old. I have worked with all ages ranging from newborns to teenagers. I have spent a lot of time working with special needs children too. I am currently a resident at Nemours Children's Hospital and I enjoy babysitting in my free time. I'd be a great fit if you were looking...
Alissa can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"My kids and I LOVE Alissa. She is dependable, easy to talk to, loves my kids and dogs. She even surprised me with a super clean kitchen when I got home. We will miss her when she goes back to school this fall, but hope she will always be a part of our family and...

Michele K.

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Kate H.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Crafts And The Outdoors MOST FUN EVER

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

CURRENTLY OFFERING: Day time appointments Date night **Hourly minimum: $21/hr. - ABOUT ME: 30-years-old. Social Worker. Grand Valley State University alumni. GVSU Grad student. - EXPERIENCE: Build-A-Bear Workshop Elementary Team Lead at Boys & Girls Club Bashor Children's Home (Residential) Wedgwood Christian Services...
Kate can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Super accommodating! Very attentive and interactive with our son. Will definitely use again. "

Patricia K.

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Katherine S.


Grand Rapids, MI

$27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Energetic And Fun Loving Sitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a positive and energetic person who adores kids. I am the proud "Fun Aunt" to my beautiful 3-year-old Niece and my firecracker 6-year-old Nephew. I graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Speech Language Pathology. Not only did I grow up as the (go to) babysitter on my street for 15+ years, I am...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kate is wonderful! She actually reached out to our family through Care.com after seeing a post about our need for help with remote learning when school closed due to COVID-19. I'm so glad she did! She was great with our two girls, who were in 2nd and 4th grade at...

Elissa H.

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Elizabeth M.


Grand Haven, MI

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Your Child's New Favorite Friend!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Elizabeth and I am 24 years old. I have 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages, and have worked with special needs individuals as well. My main goals as your nanny will be to keep your child/children engaged with fun, hands on activities as well as offer as much help as I can when it comes to early...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Elizabeth is a true gem of a nanny! She is kind, thoughtful, dependable, and easily adapted to the needs of our family. She communicated well when she had questions or concerns about our girls and how we wanted situations to be handled, and always gave a detailed...

Danae L.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Allendale, MI

Kathryn T.

5.0

A dedicated and caring person who will make your child feel like the most important person in the room

- Care member

Alissa E.

5.0

She was lovely and handled bedtime with our little baby well!

- Sarah R.

Kate H.

5.0

Kate is amazing with kids! We have three children (ages 3, 5, 7) who've had very little interaction with sitters for the past two years due to the pandemic. Kate engaged with them immediately- through games and art projects she proactively brought/thought of on her own. My kids always have so much...

- Stephanie W.

Katherine S.

5.0

Kate is wonderful! She actually reached out to our family through Care.com after seeing a post about our need for help with remote learning when school closed due to COVID-19. I'm so glad she did! She was great with our two girls, who were in 2nd and 4th grade at the time. She was energetic, caring...

- Elissa H.

Elizabeth M.

5.0

Elizabeth is a true gem of a nanny! She is kind, thoughtful, dependable, and easily adapted to the needs of our family. She communicated well when she had questions or concerns about our girls and how we wanted situations to be handled, and always gave a detailed rundown of the day when we returned...

- Danae L.

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