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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Clarkston, MI

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Clarkston, MI

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Sarah M.


Clarkston, MI

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Looking for a Great Family to Become Part Of

4.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Sarah. I was a camp counselor at SCAMP for two years in Clakston, Michigan. SCAMP is a summer camp for children with emotional and physical needs. I enjoyed working at SCAMP because the children really enjoyed being at SCAMP and doing all the different activities and field trips we did. While working at SCAMP, I...
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Kendra S.


Clarkston, MI

$17-20/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/sitter Available For Summer Vacation Hours And Long-term

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have eight plus years of experience in the care giving field with the same client (special needs). Activity planning, transporting, meal prep & passing medication includes some responsibilities I feel will prepare me for future jobs.
Kendra can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I cannot say enough wonderful things about Kendra. She has been so great to my two boys. Kendra is so involved with my kids when she takes care of them. My kids do fun activities as well as learn, TV time is at a minimum. She continuously goes above and beyond....

Anthony N.

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Nora H.


Clarkston, MI

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

Hi My name is Nora! I have a semester of experience supervising special needs students in a high school setting and work training program. Then substituting (Edustaff) for a special ed class a few times at the high school level. I will be starting some new training working with a special needs adult soon, part time. So, I am...
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Clara Z.


Clarkston, MI

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

Young, Happy, Caregiver

I'm a 19-year-old student currently attending UCSC. I have worked with people with special needs many times. I have worked in a day care for about 7 years, so most of my experience is with children. I would love the opportunity to broaden my experience and get to know more wonderful people. I love helping out and volunteering.
Hi, my name is Maria, and I have 6 years of experience working with children of all ages. I'm passionate about providing nurturing, loving care for children in order to help them grow and learn. I'm also very organized and I strive to create a clean, safe environment for your child! I look forward to the opportunity to join your...
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Kendra S.


Clarkston, MI

$15-18/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver-companion

I have eight plus years of experience of working with specials needs stars! My personal experience includes working with Down syndrome, ADHD and Turners' syndrome. I've always worked in a private (in-home) setting so my strong point is one-on-one interaction. My past experience includes monitoring seizures, passing medication...
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Alexis B.


Clarkston, MI

$13-18/hr3 yrs exp

I have 3 years caregiving service with seniors who have special needs. I have my CNA, first aid, and CPR. I have many references from previous clients as well.
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Jenelle H.


Clarkston, MI

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am your "super nanny" for hire! I have 20 years of experience working with children, and love what I do! I have been a nanny, as well as a preschool teacher and for 2 summers I worked with special needs kids at a summer day camp. I love to do arts and crafts, ride bikes, go to the park and beach, cook and play games. I don't...
Jenelle can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I am a bubbly and extroverted caregiver yet very loving! I enjoy watching kiddos grow and learn new things as I find it heartwarming to know that I have been a part of their journey. I am a mother of my own and am looking for a position that will allow me to care for my 1. 5-year-old son as well. I would like him to get exposure...
Faith can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Mikayla Z.


Clarkston, MI

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

My name is Mikayla and I am a certified special education teacher. While I am on summer break I would love to work with elementary-middle aged children. Although, working with elementary-middle school aged children is my expertise I do have experience with babies, toddlers, high school students as well as adults and children...
Mikayla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Maria S.


Clarkston, MI

$22-30/hr7 yrs exp

27 Years Old! A Very Good Experience With Kids! I've Being A Nanny For A Long Time!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 7 years of experience. Being working with all the age and special needs! I love to be around kids and I'm very passionate about my job, doing arts, crafts, playtime, read time as well, meal prepared and laundry! My priority always is going to be the safety of my little ones and make sure they are happy. I also do...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Growing up in Clarkston, I had the opportunity to participate in the many different "buddy programs" where I would pair up with a peer with autism at lunch, recess, or in class. I participated in these programs from 1st-12th grade. In addition, I worked at Clarkston Scamp (a summer camp for kids with special needs) for 7 years....

Brianna B.


Clarkston, MI

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Last summer I was a camp counselor, which is a camp fro special needs kids. I have also taken child development classes though my high school! I have also volunteered at a local preschool.
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Denise W.


White Lake, MI

$18-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny

I have experience with babies and toddlers including children 10-16 years old. Also I have experience with special needs individuals. Heartsaver, CPR, first aid, AED certified with the American Red Cross. Completed Care. com background check. Rachael G Feb 1, 2024 Dee is a wonderful and caring person who has taken great care of...
Denise can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Denise is consistent and readily spends quality time with my child. Seeing my child bubbly and happy when I return is a testiment to Denise's good nature. She adds so much value to our family."

Care member

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Cheryl H.


Davisburg, MI

$23-24/hr1 yrs exp

Cheryl H Of Davisburg, MI

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a energetic and positive mother of 3 adult children. I have worked for an elementary school for 13 years as at special needs sub. I am currently working with 2 families. One has MS and the other RA. I assist, transport to dr appts /errands and light housework. A lot of what I do is social. I enjoy working with...
Cheryl can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Cheryl is very kind and pleasant. She has been wonderful to work with and we are fortunate to have found her."

Tim J.

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Peiton M.


Pontiac, MI

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Peiton. I am 21 years old and located in Bloomfield Hills. I am looking for a new full time childcare position. I have loads of experience which can be shown both on my resume. I am looking for a long term position with a family that I can grow with that is paid through payroll, along with a contract. I work M-TH,...
Peiton can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Well with my children and very professional"

Maria M.

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Felicia H.


Pontiac, MI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Care Provider

LET ME MAKE YOUR LIFE MORE COMFORTABLE. Reliable, trustworthy, dependable care when you need it. Long term, short term, that can be customized to your specific needs. Specializing in home health care ( PRIVATE DUTY). Medication Monitoring, Blood Pressure Monitoring, Incontinence Care, Light House Keeping, Transport to Doctors...
5.0
"Felicia applied for our position. We thought very highly of her skills and experience. We elected to hire someone who worked directly for us. I felt that Felicia would have been a very strong candidate for the position."

Sam S.

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Kenya S.


Pontiac, MI

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 4 adult children and 4 grandchildren 2 of my children have special needs I love caring for children It truly brings me joy. I'm not done mothering yet.
Kenya can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Kenya to care for our 2-month-old son when I returned to work after maternity leave (which wasn't nearly long enough!). I was so nervous about having a stranger caring for him at such a young age. I wanted to hire someone who had experience and could...

Danielle M.

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Sarah M.


Pontiac, MI

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Let Me Help

I have had experience helping a young man with autism and also an older gentleman with cerebral palsy. I cooked, cleaned and took care of their daily needs like bathing, general companionship, etc.
5.0
"Wonderful person. If I had more hours to offer, I would have hired her in an instant!"

Sam S.

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Alison A.


White Lake, MI

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am looking for a wonderful family who is looking for some weekend help or date night sitter! I have over 15 years experience caring for children, ages newborn to 15, in a variety of settings. I got my bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from WMU, with hopes of getting my masters eventually to work in a...
Alison can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ali provided after school care to our daughters for 2 years and was nothing short of amazing! She never missed a pickup, was always flexible, respected our house rules, and the girls absolutely love her! We wish she could have come with us when we moved out of...

Sarah A.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Clarkston, MI

Kendra S.

5.0

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Kendra. She has been so great to my two boys. Kendra is so involved with my kids when she takes care of them. My kids do fun activities as well as learn, TV time is at a minimum. She continuously goes above and beyond. Kendra is also professional, trusting,...

- Anthony N.

Denise W.

5.0

Dee is a wonderful and caring person who has taken great care of my two little ones. They light up when she walks in the house and I know they are in good hands when she is around. Dee is professional and communicative and my kids adore her. I would recommend hiring Dee.

- Care member

Cheryl H.

5.0

Cheryl is very kind and pleasant. She has been wonderful to work with and we are fortunate to have found her.

- Tim J.

Peiton M.

5.0

Peiton is great! My boys love her! She is kind, caring, and trustworthy! Highest Recommendations!

- Sofia K.

Felicia H.

5.0

Felicia applied for our position. We thought very highly of her skills and experience. We elected to hire someone who worked directly for us. I felt that Felicia would have been a very strong candidate for the position.

- Sam S.

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