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Jodi H.


Auburn, MI

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Retired Teacher

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I am retired, an empty nester and looking for something meaningful to take up my extra time. I have dedicated my life to educating learners of all levels, abilities and ages both inside and outside of a classroom. Currently I give back by volunteering as a CASA for our youth in foster care which is what feeds my soul. Today, I...
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Tiffani B.


Bay City, MI

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Retired medical assistant with over 20 years experience. I currently work with autistic children in a center based setting for the past 7 years. I can provide light housekeeping, errands, meal prep, and transportation to and from appointments.
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Renee M.


Bay City, MI

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My background is nursing and I became disabled in 2014. Since then after several surgeries, I decided to work with children, providing nanny services for my niece for a few years and then got certified as a registered behavioral technician working with children on the Autism spectrum. I have open availability and understand the...
Renee can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Renee M.


Bay City, MI

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nanny/Companion

I have worked in a caregiving role my entire career except for military service. I am comfortable with children of all ages and happy to support and help in the many challenges of parenting. I have worked many years in special needs and across the continuum in nursing including mental health roles. If I can alleviate stress and...
Renee can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, transportation & more
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Sierra S.


Kawkawlin, MI

$26/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello There, I'm a very reliable sitter. I'm very outgoing and I have experience with special needs children. I've been around kids my whole life. I plan on going to college next year to be come a special education teacher. I look forward to hopefully seeing you soon!
Sierra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Nicole D.


University Center, MI

$11-16/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun Energetic Sitter

For experience, I have worked as a daycare assistant teacher, helping students with day to day activities, focused on learning and reaching certain goals. I love working with children and am always willing to help and learn new skills. My experience spans both classroom and home settings, and I'm comfortable working with...
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Christina P.


Bay City, MI

$12-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

I am very familiar with all types of special needs and I am very comfortable caring for people with these differences.
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Kaleigh K.


Saginaw, MI

$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Patient Reliable Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have a Master's of Science in Occupational Therapy, Bachelor's in Rehabilitative Medicine, minors in Athletic Coaching & Psychology. I am looking for part time work, preferably something I can bring my baby along to (in a carrier) as I am currently on maternity leave! Work History: Pediatric Occupational Therapist...
5.0
"She was extremely dependable, kind, professional, and courteous. Much of the job she had to learn while working and had no problem with it. She was open-minded and highly intelligent. Able to learn new things easily. She has been great!"

Kirk P.

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Lisa M.


Pinconning, MI

$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced, Caring Babysitter / Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have always had a great love and compassion to care for others and tending to their well being. Throughout the years as in-home caregiver, I have cared for newborn - teens. As a babysitter, I have provided mostly in-home care though I have also helped out at an in-home daycare during their times of need and I enjoyed that...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lisa is hard working, helpful & caring; she treated our children as if they were her own."

Angie C.

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Kindra S.


Saginaw, MI

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Companionship And Care

I have over 10 years' experience providing companionship and supportive care to children, seniors or individuals with special needs. I see myself as an extra set of hands for a client and an extra set of eyes for their family. I have 2 grown daughters and a granddaughter who is a high school freshman. In the past, I've taught...
Kindra can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, personal care & more
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Portia M.


Saginaw, MI

$12-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Great Protector & Memory Maker

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for about 10 years! Currently open availability. I have worked with special needs and all ages. I am the oldest sibling of 4 and 3 God-siblings. I am available for all needs, errands, pick up drop off, or even being there.
Portia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Portia is a natural with children, and is a patient and attentive caregiver to our son. She is dependable, punctual, and an excellent communicator. I can't say enough good things about Portia. She is a wonderful person, and your child/children are going to get...

Lindsey P.

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Gloria O.


Bay City, MI

$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp

Compassionate Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I became a Certified Nursing Assistant in 1998. Working with people of all ages. From special needs and participating in their therapy. Asking if there were areas I could improve as well. Scheduling appointments, interactive reading and making healthy balanced meals. To having the honor of caring for my own amazing parents until...
Gloria can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"I have hired Gloria on a full time basis caring for my spouse whom is home on hospice with grade 4 glioblastoma brain cancer, mersa infection and mensgitis. Because of his termination illness, Gloria is a God sent to us. Very patient and understanding. This...

Lee W.

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Alicia P.


Bay City, MI

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available Part Time/full Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

HI! I am 34 years old and I am seeking part time/full time and one time care jobs. I love taking care of children and I take my job very seriously. I am very organized, neat, caring, positive and loving! I love finding different activities to keep their young minds going. I enjoy preparing healthy meals and getting the kids...
Alicia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alicia is the BEST caregiver I've ever hired to trust with my children's care. My children adore her and love how active she is with them. She often takes them on walks, trips to the library and loves teaching them. She is always on time and comes to work in a...

Felisha S.

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Alicia P.


Bay City, MI

$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Loving Special Needs Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Alicia. I am 22 years old and originally from MI. During my junior and senior years in high school, I was enrolled into a medical science program. I was first certified in CPR and First Aid through this program. I had internships at pediatrician offices, the delivery floor at Bay Regional Medical Center and a...
5.0
"Alicia has been caring for our specials needs daughter after school this year. Alicia is very warm and caring and we saw a change in our daughter just a couple of weeks after Alicia began caring for her. Alicia provides consistency and structure, which has been...

Leeanne S.

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Tanya B.


Saginaw, MI

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care

I have been involved in child care since an early age. I strongly believe in routine and playtime as well as healthy eating. . I have worked as a nanny. A tutor for children with l special needs. I ran my own day care and also worked date nights to full time. Kids are very important to me! All my work history and experiences...
Tanya can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Tanya was an amazing help to my 84 year old grandmother for 3 years as well as a wonderful nanny / learning coach for my children. She moved and we still haven’t been able to fully replace her. I recommend Tanya without hesitation. "

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Lorena B.


Bay City, MI

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

I have several years in child care and as a professional Nanny. I have a friend who has a son with Autism. I have been around him since he has been a toddler and he is now 9 years old. He is a wonderful boy and extremely loving.
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Allison H.


Saginaw, MI

$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Allie. I am a 5th year college student studying social work with a minor in criminal justice, and moving to the area beginning of August. I have high energy, which comes in handy with little kids, with little attention spans! I am a responsible individual who values acceptance over tolerance & think I would...
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Alicia P.


Bay City, MI

$23-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver

Hi! My name is Alicia and I am 35 years old originally from Michigan! I have worked in hospital settings for approximately 14-15years. I am also a special needs nanny and have cared for children with autism, cystic fibrosis, visual impairments and Asperger's. He was bed ridden and could not do much. My responsibilities were meal...
Alicia can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, meal prep & more
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Jessica M.


Midland, MI

$11-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs

I have over 4 years of experience working with children and I believe each child requires an individual approach. Although most of my paid experience has been around special needs children, my volunteer work has gotten me comfortable around kids of all ages and abilities. I've worked at special needs summer camps for two years...
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Theresa S.


Saginaw, MI

$11-15/hr • 7 yrs exp

I Have a Gift to Reach Others and to Help Them Accomplish Their Goals

I am writing to express my interest in a working children with autism. I have always known that I wanted to be an educator, then I was able to have had the opportunity to Student Teach, and personally able to work with students at diverse functional levels. While student teaching, I worked with autistic children between the ages...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Auburn, MI

Kaleigh K.

5.0

She was extremely dependable, kind, professional, and courteous. Much of the job she had to learn while working and had no problem with it. She was open-minded and highly intelligent. Able to learn new things easily. She has been great!

- Kirk P.

Lisa M.

5.0

Lisa is hard working, helpful & caring; she treated our children as if they were her own.

- Angie C.

Portia M.

5.0

Ms. Portia helped us wrangle and keep up with the kids on a fun Saturday out on the town at a museum and a parade. She was so helpful and the kids had a great time with Ms. Portia, too!

- Stephen W.

Gloria O.

5.0

I have hired Gloria on a full time basis caring for my spouse whom is home on hospice with grade 4 glioblastoma brain cancer, mersa infection and mensgitis. Because of his termination illness, Gloria is a God sent to us. Very patient and understanding. This disease causes outburst, confusion,...

- Lee W.

Alicia P.

5.0

Alicia is the BEST caregiver I've ever hired to trust with my children's care. My children adore her and love how active she is with them. She often takes them on walks, trips to the library and loves teaching them. She is always on time and comes to work in a positive mood. I couldn't brag about...

- Felisha S.

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