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Find special needs caregivers in Dearborn, MI that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Dearborn, MI

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Dearborn, MI

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Lauren D.


Melvindale, MI

$15-26/hr7 yrs exp

My Name Is Lauren! I Love Kids I'm Ready To Shape Young Minds Whole Also Having Fun!

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm lauren! I have multiple years of experience taking care of kids. (2 professional years) I took care of my sister who is on the spectrum, also I have experience working at a daycare, lastly I monitor special needs students for trinity transportation. Throughout my time in school I had many babysitting opportunities that I...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lauren was an outstanding Nanny to our 2 boys for over a year before she moved and we were heartbroken to lose her! She is kind, compassionate, caring, and wonderful with the kids! She is reliable and punctual and goes out of her way to take excellent care of all...

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience caring for special needs adults including one with seizure disorder. I'm happy to assist you with your family member as well.
5.0
"Heather is very nice and professional."

Randa K.

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Levita C.


Detroit, MI

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time Female Health Care Worker Caring For People With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience providing care to adults, teenagers and children who are mentally impaired, developmentally disabled, physically disabled, down syndrome, seizure disorder, ASD, traumatic brain injury and people who have ADHD for the last 25 years. I'm WCLS and MORC trained with medication administration skills as well as CPR...
5.0
"Levita worked with a family member on daily living skills; meal planning, shopping, budgeting, cleaning , and self care. She was a great asset to our family and I would definitely contact Levita for future needs! "

Nicole R.

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Sarah R.


Lincoln Park, MI

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter With Special Needs Experience

My name is Sarah and I presently work in the mental health field, with an extensive background in working with children diagnosed with Autism, and other mental health conditions (anxiety disorders, selective autism, etc.). I have a Master's degree in Clinical Behavioral Psychology, and am presently looking to make extra money by...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Alana M.


Allen Park, MI

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

I am a senior at the University of Michigan and love working with kids! As the oldest of 4 and an aspiring pediatric SLP, I been babysitting for over 7 years for a number of families and have taken many courses in education and child development. I have worked as a substitute teacher, behavior technician, and tutor and have...
Alana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kristel G.


Detroit, MI

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Hyper Vigilant, Patient, Special Needs Mom

I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, and enthusiastic. One thing you should know about me is I am the mom to an amazing daughter with autism spectrum disorder. She was diagnosed early at 18 months old due to my hyper vigilance and being her biggest advocate which I believe has allowed her to flourish into the...
Kristel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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Taylor D.


Detroit, MI

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hey! My name is Taylor I am currently in school to become a RN while I'm working as a CNA I have cared for seniors, children, and pets I also have experience with special needs
Taylor can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Gail S.


Wyandotte, MI

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Buddy

I have 20+ years of experience working with special needs, 17 years directly with autism. I'm a special needs mom of an autism angel. He gained his wings in 2017. I'm now able to move forward and want to help families with the care of their special needs loved ones so they can have much needed breaks. Taking them to the park,...
Gail can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Britta S.


Detroit, MI

$15-30/hr

PhD With Extensive Experience And Calm Demeanor

In the past, I worked as a one-to-one aide and the art teacher at a nonpublic school for children with ASD and other developmental disorders. While working as a preschool teacher, I developed a screener to assess whether children in a mainstream ECE program might benefit from supportive intervention. My master's degree is in...
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Tyneisha B.


Detroit, MI

$15-24/hr10 yrs exp

Over 16 years of Caregiving experience . Open availability through out the week . CPR / first aide , bls and Cna certificate . Morc trained and vaccinated as well .
I currently work in an Educational Center as a Registered Behavioral Technician proving aba services and much more.
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Benjamin R.


Lincoln Park, MI

$14-19/hr

Experienced Cerebral Palsy Sitter

I'm an experienced sitter with 5 years of daily babysitting experience, I have Cerebral Palsy myself so I'm very familiar with the condition and care it may require, I have no issues helping with cooking, cleaning, bathing and dressing kids if required or changing diapers and feeding.
I'd describe my personality as Hardworking, Dependable, Respectful I like caring for people with special needs because I Love Helping, and Bringing Joy To Others I started caring for people with special needs when I Tried Home Care I Cared For Twins It Was A Task But I Enjoyed It In my spare time, I like to Cook, and Spend...
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Cory D.


Detroit, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Cory & I was a registered Wisconsin CNA. I have been working with the elderly, the terminally ill, & adults & children with disabilities since 2011. I have worked in many different environments including nursing facilities, hospice centers, & in clients own homes. My last place of employment was Agrace...
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Karen N.


Redford, MI

$35/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My Name is Karen, I'm a wife and proud grandmother I been working in this field for over 15 years. I enjoy working with seniors, I worked with special needs kids . Autism and adults I'm a Caregiver who loves her job, I'm trustworthy and reliable. I believe in treat other's how you will like to be treated. I'm bilingual I speak...
Karen can also help with: Specialized care, mobility assistance, dementia, personal care, companionship
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

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Samantha S.


Taylor, MI

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, helpful, and creative I like working with kids because it provides me an opportunity to grow. I am looking to become a teacher! I started working with kids when I was 15 years old and I have been working in a school since January of 2022 In my spare time, I like to cook and find new...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Crystal C.


Detroit, MI

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

I was an Certified Home Health Aide for 6 years before I went back to school for CNA and Phlebotomy tech this year, I am CPR/First Aid and AED trained as well. I'm a hard worker and compassionate to the needs of my extended Family (my clients).
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James W.


Detroit, MI

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

General Helper

I am a husband and father to a 9-month-old. I am great with all ages. My professional background was in hotel management. I am an entrepreneur, my brother and I own a restaurant. Physically I am a big, strong guy, so manual labor would be no issue. I am very open and just looking for a way to work with a good work/life...
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Tyneisha B.


Detroit, MI

$18-26/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiving

Available for light housekeeping , meal prep , med reminders , errands , hygiene care etc. Experience with special needs and Seniors.
Tyneisha can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Isabella D.


Southgate, MI

$11-20/hr

Part-time Sitter/Tutor

Hello! I'm a trained school psychologist that is looking for some part-time child-care and/or tutoring work. I have experience working with students of all ages. I have the most experience working with students with cognitive impairments, but have worked with students with a variety of special needs. My education provided me...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dearborn, MI

Lauren D.

5.0

Lauren is a smart, kind and over all a genuine person. I’ve trusted her with my children who are my everything as a single mother and she’s has been so helpful not only to my children but to me ! She is always on time, really interactive with my children and helps them grow/ learn every time I hire...

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Heather G.

5.0

Heather is very nice and professional.

- Randa K.

Levita C.

5.0

Levita worked with a family member on daily living skills; meal planning, shopping, budgeting, cleaning , and self care. She was a great asset to our family and I would definitely contact Levita for future needs!

- Nicole R.

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Ratings for Dearborn, MI special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Dearborn, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.