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Marissa F.


Chelsea, MI

$11-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant Student

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I am going to School to be a Certified Nursing Assistant. I work in the Dementia unit at a facility. I believe that to help one, you must help them do things to the best of your ability. I have many skills done such as bathing, dressing, cleaning, cooking, and am up for anything. I am wonderful with children and really do this...
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Emma P.


Chelsea, MI

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi! I recently got married to my husband and moved to Chelsea, MI. I am currently finishing up my Doctorate in Physical Therapy, and looking for some part time work! I have experience in: Babysitting all ages Former substitute teacher K-12 Pediatric physical therapy (including special needs) I like working with kids...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Sarah R.


Grass Lake, MI

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

No Worries

Hello, my name is Sarah. I am a mom to three grown daughters. I recently retired after30+ years from a rewarding career in special education, both as a teacher and a consultant. I have experience working with a wide range of special needs from grades Pre-K through Seniors in high school. I find great joy in serving others....
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Madison W.


Dexter, MI

$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp

Maddie , Fun Sitter/ Loves To Be With Kids!

My name is Maddie, I am currently enrolled in school at Illinois State University and I am a Special Education Major! I have over 5 years of experience working with children. I have been involved in a peer to peer programs in school. I have worked with special needs students in and outside of school throughout my time in high...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Kate V.


Grass Lake, MI

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available

I have experience caring for children/tweens with ADHD as well as Asperger's syndrom, and some learning disabilities. I have a significant other who is a paraplegic and though he is very independent, I have extensive knowledge of his specific needs and feel comfortable offering assistance in any of those areas. I have always had...
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Linette Q.


Dexter, MI

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver/teacher Who Does It All

I have been caring for children and adults of all ages and challenges for 40 years. I have 3 grown children of my own and so live in a Dexter . I have a constant desire to help and nurture.
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Lydia H.


Ann Arbor, MI

$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a graduate from Ball State University where I studied Child Development. I have had over 12 years of experience working with children; including multiple children at a time, infant care, and I have worked with children with special needs. After college I worked part-time for a company where I engaged with children ages 2-5...
Lydia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Lydia cared for our 3 month old son while we were in Indianapolis for a volleyball tournament. Being from out of town, we were hesitant about getting childcare from a stranger but Lydia was absolutely phenomenal. From the moment we first spoke over the phone, she...

Rachell B.

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Nicolette S.


Pinckney, MI

$22-30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have worked professionally with children for the past 8 years. I have experience with twins and children with special needs like epilepsy and some experience with a teenager with Down syndrome. Experience from 10 days old and up. I am comfortable with pets. I am currently Located in the Holland area and attending GRCC's...
Nicolette can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Nicki through Care.com 3 years ago, and have nothing but good things to say! She has been a part of our family for the past 3 years and has played such a big role in our girls' lives. She started with us when our oldest was about 5 months old and has stuck...

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Cheryl L.


Howell, MI

$11-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Caregiver For Disabled Clients

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children on heart monitor with apnea and have also worked with develop mentally slow children/young adults. I have work experience with special needs adults.
5.0
"Super caring, observant of additional family needs, very professional due to nursing background and other care giving experience."

Alexandra B.

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Kathleen B.


Gregory, MI

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Professional Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Compassionate, dependable and nurturing nanny and mother of 2 grown men. Previously worked with a wonderful family for 5 years in Dexter. Provided childcare for 3 boys, ages 6 mos. 5 y/o and 9 y/o. Also, prepare meals, household chores, and transport kids to activities. In addition, I was employed in the local schools for 11...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kathleen was able to come take care of our twin babies last week and it was wonderful to have her there. Taking care of twin babies can be stressful and I appreciated her calm demeanor and affection towards our kids. She was always on time and left everything tidy...

Kristen S.

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Pamela N.


Manchester, MI

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Empty Nester:)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been an RN since 1997. I am an empty nester now and although still working as a full time hospice nurse, my schedule allows for me to do something on the side just for fun while helping other moms. I have also worked with children with special needs through church Ministry.
Pamela can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Pamela was fantastic! She was able to put my baby to sleep within an hour of her first time with us. She has a great spirit, seems very nurturing, and I would definitely work with her again!"

Leah H.

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Becky A.


Jackson, MI

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Currently working as a lead Teachers in Ann Arbor. Monday through Friday., hours there are 730 to 530 My previous experience with children other then my own grown daughters whom are now 21 and 23 and babysitting my nieces and nephews. I worked in a young 5's class room. I have also worked with specials needs children. I enjoy...
Becky can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Becky is so calm, kind and thoughtful. She handles my three kiddos with ease and the kids have a great time with her!"

Stacy B.

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Jackie S.


Whitmore Lake, MI

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Jackie. I'm a very confident person, very detail oriented and I love to help families through my work. I worked as a bus attendant for 10+ years with the Dearborn area schools. I have worked with all different ages, as well as special needs children. It was a very challenging job experience, but I loved it and...
Jackie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Jackie was our nanny to our little boy for 1 year. I would recommend her to anyone looking for someone to care and love your child like their own. Our son adored her and they always had so much fun together. He had some special needs after he was first born and she...

Emily T.

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Caitlin P.


Ann Arbor, MI

$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hi! I'm Caitlin and I have been babysitting since I was 11. I have worked with kids of all ages, and I have also had professional experience caring for kids and babies in a private school preschool. I work hard to maintain thoughtfulness, kindness, and dedication. I also do light cooking, cleaning and organizing the whole house...
Caitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Caitlin is such a sweet girl! Super great with the kids, and cleans too! She really cares about the correct way to interact with our kids in order to have the best outcomes. Whenever she has a spare moment she cleans, picks up, and organizes before ever sitting...

Rebecca W.

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Rebecca P.


Howell, MI

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Medical Assistant/Home Health Aide

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been passionate about Health Care for the past 30yrs and have continued to do so. I am a certified Medical Assistant, I love taking care of people and believe in giving them the best quality of life possible. To educate and grow in every way.
5.0
"Rebecca was an outstanding soul helping us navigate through special needs in puberty. We couldn't of asked for a more happy, kind person to be in our home and help our family."

Joseph G.

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Howard W.


Saline, MI

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Retired RN with over 30 years experience in many different fields. I am compassionate and treat patients like family. I worked Medical Intensive Coronary Care for 8 years. I am comfortable with suctioning, tube feedings, and others. Feel free to contact me for questions. I have a clean background check and driving record. NI'm...
5.0
"A lifetime of caring for everyone,promoting wellness and tending to the sick,are just a few of Bud's achievements. He has managed to be a shining example of professionalism,no matter the situation,while maintaining the caring,nurturing person he has been,for the...

Janice M.

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Hannah W.


Manchester, MI

$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Young, Energetic, And Driven. Looking For Consistency But Flexibility

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with children for around 9 years and have nannied for several. . I start school back up in the fall but am looking for a family who is looking for help but also flexible as school comes first. I have taken care of large amounts of children, one-on-one's, children with special needs and/or learning disabilities. I...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was a great addition to our family. I have three boys and she handled them well! She was just what they needed!"

Kristy M.

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Amanda C.


Jackson, MI

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, all! I have 10+ years experience working with children in both a nanny capacity and in a school environment. I've worked in private homes (nanny) as well as public and private schools (afternoon preschool teacher/kindergarten readiness, special needs aid, teacher's aid, and instructional aid). I'm comfortable with kids of...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Amanda is an excellent communicator and very responsive. She was great with our son (who can be difficult at times) and is very skilled at interacting with children. We highly recommend her and would most definitely hire her! Thank you!"

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Brittany J.


Jackson, MI

$22-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Professional Friend And Role Model

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there my name is Brittany. I love kids and animals! I have an Associates Degree in Behavioral Science and I have been babysitting and pet sitting for families for the last 7 years. I have worked with children from infancy to as old as 13 years old. I have helped with children with different special-needs and I have helped...
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Brittany was absolutely wonderful! I work from home and needed someone to watch my four month old who needed to stay home from daycare. She arrived right on time each time we hired her and was flexible when we had to make schedule changes. She spent the day rocking...

Allison M.

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Sarah Z.


Manchester, MI

$23-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-time Nanny With Special Needs Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have always enjoyed working with children whether it was as a Case Manager for autistic children, Infant Care Giver at an orphanage, or Infant/Toddler Teacher at a daycare. I have over 25 years of experience working with children and 9 of those years have been as a Professional Nanny. Continuing education is a priority in my...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I am Sarah's current employer (she nannies for our 18-month old daughter, M.). The family in Ohio who ends up with this wonderful woman in their home is very, very lucky. As a busy, dual-professional couple who travel frequently with no family in town, we needed a...

Adrian M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chelsea, MI

Lydia H.

5.0

Lydia cared for our 3 month old son while we were in Indianapolis for a volleyball tournament. Being from out of town, we were hesitant about getting childcare from a stranger but Lydia was absolutely phenomenal. From the moment we first spoke over the phone, she put my mind at ease and seeing how...

- Rachell B.

Nicolette S.

5.0

We hired Nicki through Care.com 3 years ago, and have nothing but good things to say! She has been a part of our family for the past 3 years and has played such a big role in our girls' lives. She started with us when our oldest was about 5 months old and has stuck with us as we added another baby...

- Care member

Cheryl L.

5.0

Super caring, observant of additional family needs, very professional due to nursing background and other care giving experience.

- Alexandra B.

Kathleen B.

5.0

Kathleen was able to come take care of our twin babies last week and it was wonderful to have her there. Taking care of twin babies can be stressful and I appreciated her calm demeanor and affection towards our kids. She was always on time and left everything tidy at the end of the day. We're in the...

- Kristen S.

Pamela N.

5.0

Pamela was fantastic! She was able to put my baby to sleep within an hour of her first time with us. She has a great spirit, seems very nurturing, and I would definitely work with her again!

- Leah H.

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