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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Buchanan, MI
The average rate is $11/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Buchanan, MI
I work in an elementary school solely with students with disabilities. I love my students and would love to work with your child too. I know what comes with working with kids with disabilities- I. E. I'm not afraid they will hurt me, and they cannot scare me off. Working with children that are cognitively or developmentally...
Paula H.
Buchanan, MI
$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 20 years experience working at school with special needs children. I have worked in grades preschool through 4th as a special education assistant. I have also worked with general education students with reading and writing. I love working one on one with children! At this time, I am available on Saturdays only, as I take...
Tiffany R.
Berrien Springs, MI
$18-19/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Tiffany most people call me Tiff. I've been working with children ever since I was a little girl. When I was a senior in high school I worked along the side of children with disabilities and I really enjoyed it. I truly enjoy all children they bring so much joy into my life. I'd like to continue my education and...
Summer H.
Three Oaks, MI
$22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience with all ages from 0-16-year-olds. I have experience with special needs children of all ages. I am able to put together a daily fun educational schedule or follow an already planned schedule, I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping and pet care.
Summer can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Summer cared for my 4 yr old and 1 yr old boys for just under one year's time. We moved away from the area, otherwise we would not be with someone else. She is absolutely wonderful. Punctual, flexible, dependable. The kids LOVE her and she always took great care of...
Carly R.
Angela C.
South Bend, IN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I had custody of a child from birth to 12 yrs of age with ADHD, development delays, and separation disorder. He is now 15 yrs. old and doing well. I have also worked with other mentally challenged teens and young adults as well as seniors.
5.0
"Angela is the absolute best!! She took care of our newborn at night from very early on all the way until 10 months old and continues to babysit for us as well. I would recommend her to everyone, especially those with newborns! My husband and I were able to get much...
Sara B.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a middle-aged lady who has raised three wonderful children, I am a loving, patient, compassionate person who works hard on the job. I am great at housework. I love playing, teaching, reading and doing various activities outside and in the home. I love animals so I welcome working among pets in your home. I Have been trained...
Connie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Connie was everything I could have asked for in someone taking care of my little guy. She made transitioning back to work so much easier knowing someone I trusted was there to take care of him. She is loving and attentive and my little guy loved her. Additionally,...
Kristen W.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always loved children and have been working in childcare centers and private homes, with all ages for over 10 years. Recently I completed my Bachelor's degree in psychology. I have cared for children with extra needs, as well as multiple children at once comfortably. I have a 13-year-old son and have been divorced a few...
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I have had 10 years of experience babysitting children. I also have 2 years of experience with assistant teaching and one and a half years with an after school daycare. My main job is being an EA for a local school corporation. I have worked with children with special needs now for 8 years. I did go to college to pursue a...
Caitlyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I'd describe my personality as calm, compassionate, patient, resourceful, simple but knowledgeable. I care for people with special needs because the love of God for them dwells in me. I have exceptional feedback from the nursing homes I've worked.
I'm looking for a special needs client that gives me the opportunity to earn...
Alison F.
South Bend, IN
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been babysitting for 10 years now. I've babysat for children ages 0-12 years old. I've worked with a special needs child too. I have made meals, taken kids to school, observed nap times, play, and instructional activities. I've taken a babysitting training courses. Ive previously worked in a kindergarten classroom. For...
Alison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
I was a nanny for a wonderful little girl for 8 months (the school year). It was by far the best "job" I have ever had. I use the word job lightly because I had so much fun it hardly seemed like work. I started watching her at 4 months old so I do have experience with infants. Sophia was born special needs so I am familiar with...
Domonique can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for most of my life. I have taken care of children with and without special needs. I worked as a caregiver full time for 6 years. I also worked in the school system in Mishawaka as a special ed teaching assistant for 5 years. looking for part-time work that would allow me to bring my almost 1-year-old...
Kristina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
UNAVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. After a few years in corporate, I am ready to get back into my true passion. Kids. Work history, I have spent most of my life nannying full time for a few amazing families, word limit doesn't let me share but I was so lucky and learned so much from each.
3. 5 yrs an incredible and sweet boy w/high...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Emily is a gem, she has worked for our family on and off for 3 1/2 years and is like part of our family. She is very hard working, organized and generous with herself and her heart. She will execute on anything you need done in the house and with your children....
Brianna S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My life has been around children. I was the neighborhood sitter in my youth. I have been a nanny in South Bend and Chicago. I have experience as a postpartum doula working with multiples. I also have experience with special needs children, having worked at a Rosie Place(respite care for medically fragile children in South...
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Sue is a very competent and compassionate caretaker. She babysat my daughter from around 5 months to 10 months old and her knowledge and guidance was very helpful to me as a new mom. In addition to helping with development, she was very creative and introduced...
Care member
Madyson L.
South Bend, IN
$13-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. My years of babysitting have solidified my love for childcare. I'm a patient, calm, and creative individual with five years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I believe in open and honest communication with...
Madyson can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
4.5
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for children from newborns to teenagers, for the past 11 years. As a teen, I spent 3 summers as a counselor at a day camp for campers between 4 and 12 years of age. I have spent much time with children with special needs and have been trained to work with children with autism. I have also tutored students...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Samantha is - well - amazing. She has been taking care of our teen daughter with Autism Spectrum Disorder, is non-verbal, and requires personal care. Samantha has made a difference in our daughter's life. They appear to be friends - which is amazing. Samantha...
Cali G.
Susan K.
South Bend, IN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Nanny and post partum doula. Infants, preemie , toddlers, school age, multiples, overnights , special needs, Cerebral palsy, developmental delays, feeding tubes, total care, Alzheimer's, CNA and HHA licenses. CPR certification, vaccinated.
5.0
"Sue is a very capable and warm caretaker. She started babysitting for my daughter when she was around 5 months old and as a new mom, I was grateful for her presence and her expertise. She helped guide me in taking the appropriate steps for my daughter's...
Areeba S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a nursing background and also a hospice volunteer. I have years of experience caregiving and find it very rewarding.
5.0
"My wife (who has ALZ) loved Susan. Very compassionate and caring person. Always on time and with a positive attitude."
Bob E.
I have nearly 30 years experience working with children. I was previously a nanny to 4 children for 10 years. Spent many years as a veterinary assistant and zookeeper. And went back to working with children. I was a lead preschool teacher for 7 years. I am now a paraprofessional in special education, and hope to retire in this...
Kim can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I have been caring for children since I was 12 years old. I have been working with special needs for the past 7 years. When it comes down to caring for other people, rather they are young or old, I am the one to get the job done. I am very passionate about the work that I am capable of doing.
Danasia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Buchanan, MI
Summer H.
5.0
Summer cared for my 4 yr old and 1 yr old boys for just under one year's time. We moved away from the area, otherwise we would not be with someone else. She is absolutely wonderful. Punctual, flexible, dependable. The kids LOVE her and she always took great care of them and they played hard! She...
- Carly R.
Angela C.
5.0
Angela is the absolute best!! She took care of our newborn at night from very early on all the way until 10 months old and continues to babysit for us as well. I would recommend her to everyone, especially those with newborns! My husband and I were able to get much needed rest knowing our baby was...
- Sara B.
Connie H.
5.0
Connie was everything I could have asked for in someone taking care of my little guy. She made transitioning back to work so much easier knowing someone I trusted was there to take care of him. She is loving and attentive and my little guy loved her. Additionally, as first time parents, it was...
- Kristen W.
Emily G.
5.0
Emily is a gem, she has worked for our family on and off for 3 1/2 years and is like part of our family. She is very hard working, organized and generous with herself and her heart. She will execute on anything you need done in the house and with your children. She loves children and it shows in...
- Brianna S.
Susan K.
5.0
Sue was not only caring and well-versed in child learning & development, but she was super fun!! She made my husband and I feel comfortable from day 1, and my daughter loved her time with Sue.
- Care member
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