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Amanda G.


Grand Rapids, MI

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Over 10+ Years Experience, Energetic Professional Ready To Entertain Your Child/Children & Or Pets!

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Amanda & I'd love to apply for your position. I took a babysitter course through our local hospital where I worked as a nurse assistant. I have lots of childcare experience from the age of 14. I've cared for infants to pre-teens, including children on the spectrum or with seizure disorders. (My ex-husband had...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Amanda was very reliable, full of energy & helped with things around the house while she cared for our son last summer! She took him places all the time & was fully engaged with him while my husband & I were at work, sending us pictures & texts frequently to always...

Sarah D.

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Charvella H.


Wyoming, MI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Cool But Very Responsible Sitter

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I love children of all ages. I have watched children from newborns to the age of 13. I also have experience with special needs children. I love being around children, they keep me up to date with the world. I am also competitive, so if your children like to race or play video games, let's do it! (I always let them win). I love...
Charvella can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Charvella is a very sweet and caring person. She was very dependable and consistently communicated daily! She worked very well with the kids and made them feel safe and comfortable in her care. She is very attentive, and detail oriented as well. I would definitely...

Sylvia F.

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Gianna P.


Grand Rapids, MI

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver/summer Nanny

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...
5.0
"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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Lisa N.


Grand Haven, MI

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a cna since 1988, I have worked with infants all the way to elderly with various health issues in a hospital setting, I have been doing home care for seven years and am very patient, kind, knowledgeable and reliable. I love one on one care and giving attention needed. Let's chat about your loved one and how I can...
5.0
"Lisa provided quality 24/7 in home care for our adult CP daughter for two weeks. She prepared meals, made sure all appointments were kept, and provided total day to day responsibilities for her well being."

Tom P.

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Maddie S.


Grand Rapids, MI

$13-23/hr9 yrs exp

Sitter/Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am so excited to be on your potential list for a summer nanny! I am a 2022 College graduate and am currently teaching special education at the elementary level ! I am currently looking for a summer nannying position after the school year (early June) until I have to head back to my classroom (early-mid August). I have...
Maddie can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maddie helped us out last minute and did a great job with our kids. Very friendly and reliable!"

Douglas B.

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Delaney H.


Grand Rapids, MI

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Fun-loving Babysitter Willing To Work Around Schedules

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I started off babysitting for family and friends at about 13 years old and since then I have expanded to anyone in need of a caregiver. I have experience working at a daycare center where I was an assistant teacher for children 3 to 4 years old. At the daycare I enjoyed helping the children with crafts, reading, and...
Delaney can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We interviewed Delaney for a full-time nanny position for our two girls. She showed up to the interview on-time and did a great job. We asked questions around her top 3 responsibilities as a nanny, what she considers a healthy meal, and how she handles discipline...

Annie M.

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Amy S.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-28/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Experience

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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Savannah G.


Grand Rapids, MI

$36/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver And Educator

Hello! I'm an experienced and dedicated individual with a passion for providing quality care to children. With a 5 year background as a 6th grade teacher and and a bachelor's degree in elementary and special education, I bring a wealth of knowledge and understanding to childcare. As the oldest of 7 siblings, I have honed my...
Savannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Came with activities and great energy! Kids loved her! "

Kristi K.

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Zoe P.


Holland, MI

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Zoe! I am 23 years old and am currently in graduate school at the University of Tennessee Knoxville for behavioral analysis and work with kids with Autism! I have experience in childcare with ages 0-12 in the past by nannying, working soccer camps for children, and being a counselor at a summer camp. I also have...
Zoe can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ashley R.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

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.
5.0
"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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Willow G.


Grand Rapids, MI

$49/hr

Gracefully Moving Through Tough Transitions

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
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Claudia Q.


Grand Rapids, MI

$18-30/hr2 yrs exp

Gentle And Patient Cargiver

I am someone you can trust with your loved one I have experience working in a nursing home for residents with Alzheimer's and dementia, I also have been a caregiver and worked with individuals with special needs. I am very kind and love helping others. :)
Claudia can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, dementia, light cleaning
Hi! I have 7 years of experience with children (0-12) and 4 years of experience working with individuals with special needs. I can help with light housekeeping, am CPR certified, and have reliable transportation. I recently graduated with a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in providing therapy...
Erica Van can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Keely L.


Grand Rapids, MI

$11-16/hr10 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: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lauren B.


Grand Rapids, MI

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently employed full time, Mon-Fri 8-5. Please contact me with any babysitting needs ONLY. See experience below Behavioral Technician for special needs children ranging from 3-18yrs. I am also CPR certified for infants and adults. Childcare giver to a micro-preemie (started at 7mo). Maintained a routine based on...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
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Makenzie S.


West Olive, MI

$20-50/hr11 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Makenzie. I'm 25 years old and have 11 years of babysitting experience and 2. 5 years of daycare experience. I've worked with children of all ages, from newborns to preteens, and have experience caring for twins and multiple kids at once. My background includes working with special needs children, such as autism and...
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Holly B.


Grand Rapids, MI

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Extremely Active, Athletic, And FUN Sitter!

I am a former collegiate athlete (soccer) and coach for younger premier athletes and have always been passionate about working with kids and helping to develop personalities and interests! I have four years of experience working in special needs classes and five years of experience working as a sitter/nanny for all ages and have...
Holly can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
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Erika D.


West Olive, MI

$13-21/hr3 yrs exp

8 years if experience with special needs kids , autism , adhd , cognitive delays. Very compassionate and willing to learn and help with what you need !
Hello! My name is Maddi and I'm currently a nursing major at Grand Valley State University. I completed a long term nurse's aide course in May of 2021, and am currently working as a PCT on a rehabilitation unit. I work with patients of all different diagnoses, helping them with toileting, ADLs, ambulation, feeds, checking blood...

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Amanda. I am a very patient, active, ambitious, and outgoing person. Two years ago I babysat for a family during the summer. I cared for a girl and helped take care of her pets as well. I occasionally would drive her to camps and helped her with lunch. I am currently a Learning Disabilities major at Aquinas...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Allendale, MI

Amanda G.

5.0

Amanda was very reliable, full of energy & helped with things around the house while she cared for our son last summer! She took him places all the time & was fully engaged with him while my husband & I were at work, sending us pictures & texts frequently to always keep us in the know, which we...

- Sarah D.

Charvella H.

5.0

Super prompt, professional and responsive. Charvella watched both our 3 month old and toddler. Our 2 yo daughter warmed up to her right away. I would highly recommend her.

- Ben B.

Gianna P.

5.0

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. She will be greatly missed.

- Kelly S.

Lisa N.

5.0

Lisa provided quality 24/7 in home care for our adult CP daughter for two weeks. She prepared meals, made sure all appointments were kept, and provided total day to day responsibilities for her well being.

- Tom P.

Maddie S.

5.0

Maddie helped us out last minute and did a great job with our kids. Very friendly and reliable!

- Douglas B.

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