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Lynn S.
Alto, MI
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in a few Autism classrooms in Caledonia for several years. I Love the kids. Not just kids. I've also have had a lot of experience with adults/seniors and enjoy being able to help in anyway.
Cassidy H.
Alto, MI
$18-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
I love working with kids. I have 5 younger siblings and I am 16 years older than my youngest sibling so growing up I was always used to having babies and little kids around. Now I am a mom of 4 sweet girls. I need a part time job and would love to work with kids again. In high school I was a nanny for 2 summers, I babysat a...
Cassidy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
30 years experience with cognitively impaired, special needs and Autism. I have also worked with Senior care and hospice care. Available part time or full time.
Diane can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Rose K.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have 5 years experience taking care of children with autism, behavior challenges, on trach and ventilators. Provided bathing, dressing, meal preparation, feeding tubes, medication administration, range of motion exercises, transportation to doctors appointments, getting ready for school - take school bus, Changing diapers
Amanda A.
Middleville, MI
$15-30/hr
I am a teacher in with GSRP program and have 5 children of our own. I am very comfortable with children of all ages and several children at a time. I am energetic, loving, quick on my feet, and have a plethora of strategies and activities to pull from. I love to be outdoors, bake/cook, listen to music (aka-dance party), read, do...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in special education, I've also cared for a special-needs young woman for 17 years and provided respite care for her for an additional 15 years. Experienced also with elderly, hospice care.
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...
Yaren H.
Caledonia, MI
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Yaren, I provide childcare and pet care. I have extensive experience in care giving for all ages. As a former behavior technician, I am well acquainted with special needs as well. I also used to be a full-time caregiver for my elderly grandparents while they were in palliative and hospice care. I hope that I can be...
Yaren can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Ms. Eena, an experienced educator, caregiver, and mentor with over 15 years of experience working with children of all ages. I hold a graduate degree in educational leadership, experience with the Montessori method, I'm certified in First Aid, CPR, and swimming instruction. I have extensive experience with infants, children...
Eena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I have been working and caring for a number of children in the special population for 6 years. I love to learn the way each child works and their own preferences and dislikes, this allows me to get closer to fully understanding them as the person they are.
5.0
(3)
I am a mom of 3 kiddos! 7months, 2years, 6years.
I grew up with a VERY large family as well as ALOT of foster kids in and out of the home that I would help with through the years. I have been a stay at home mom/babysitting for 3 years going on 4. I just love people! I am looking to start taking on more kiddos through out the...
5.0
"Natasha is an amazing soul who is kind and compassionate. She's very trustworthy, and always does the best job!"
Whitney B.
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maddie helped us out last minute and did a great job with our kids. Very friendly and reliable!"
Douglas B.
5.0
(4)
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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Alison. I have over 5 years of professional experience as a special needs caregiver. I have completed CLS course work through Network 180 necessary to become a caregiver, along with yearly renewals of certification. I have experience with Autism, cognitive/developmental delays, Down syndrome and schizophrenia....
5.0
"Alison was a delightful addition to our summer days. She was always on time and very dependable. The icing on the cake was that our daughter loved having her around. She would ask if Alison was coming over and then smile when I said yes. That says a lot. Would...
Grace C.
5.0
(1)
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.
Ashley R.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have been babysitting for the past 9 years. My experience goes past just babysitting. I also worked as a before/after school care giver for 5 years in a private christian school. In addition to that I was also a Preschool aid for the two years following my graduation from High school. I have experience with children with...
Jessalynn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She is willing to go above and beyond and do whatever you need. I highly recommend Jessa for anyone looking for a dependable and...
Jennifer C.
5.0
(7)
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: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
CURRENTLY OFFERING:
Day time appointments
Date night
**Hourly minimum: $21/hr.
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ABOUT ME:
30-years-old.
Social Worker.
Grand Valley State University alumni.
GVSU Grad student.
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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: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Super accommodating! Very attentive and interactive with our son. Will definitely use again. "
Patricia K.
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Alto, MI
Natasha S.
5.0
Natasha is an amazing soul who is kind and compassionate. She's very trustworthy, and always does the best job!
- Whitney B.
Maddie S.
5.0
Maddie helped us out last minute and did a great job with our kids. Very friendly and reliable!
- Douglas B.
Alissa E.
5.0
She was lovely and handled bedtime with our little baby well!
- Sarah R.
Alison S.
5.0
Alison was a delightful addition to our summer days. She was always on time and very dependable. The icing on the cake was that our daughter loved having her around. She would ask if Alison was coming over and then smile when I said yes. That says a lot. Would definitely hire her again.
- Grace C.
Ashley R.
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.
- Care member
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