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Special needs caregivers in Dexter, MI

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Courtney C.


Ann Arbor, MI

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

10+ Years With Sitting; Experience With Special Needs Kiddos!!

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of experience with sitting and nannying. Most recently I worked for New Hanover County Schools in North Carolina as a Special Ed Paraprofessional. I am glad to help with light housekeeping, cooking and errands- and I LOVE a craft. I am looking forward to helping out with your kiddos!
Courtney can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Haley S.


Pinckney, MI

$19-22/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have 5 years of experience plus a brother with autism so I have a deep passion for providing companionship to those who need special care! I'm very familiar with working toward personal goals like getting exercise, meal prepping, and hobbies that enrich a person's life. I consider myself a positive and nurturing person. I have...
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Nia R.


Ann Arbor, MI

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Baby Sitter

Hello, my name is Nia. Mother of 4 college students. I am very experienced caring for kids. I was a stay-at-home mom for more than 10 yrs. I have been nannying/babysitting for 5 years and before that worked with special needs kids in a cognitively impaired classroom for AAPS for 10 yrs. I'm available M/W and/or T/Th or all four...
Nia can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Anna V.


Pinckney, MI

$11-15/hr5 yrs exp

My name is Anna. I am a senior in college where I am finishing up my degree in elementary education and special education. I love working with kids. It is my passion to see children grow, learn, and improve. I currently teach swimming lessons, where I work with all different types of children. I have worked with young adults...
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Erin B.


Ann Arbor, MI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hey, everyone! I've been babysitting and nannying for more than 15 years. I have experience with kids of all ages, including children with special needs and from foster care. I'm flexible with my schedule, have a clean driving record, and I'm happy to help with anything you need--pets, errands, laundry, and chauffeuring your...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Trained teacher , CPR and first aid certified. Masters in Education, Bachelors in Art Education. K-adult teacher. Great with Kids and adults of all abilities
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Nicolette S.


Pinckney, MI

$24-30/hr5 yrs exp

Kind, Patient Help

Hi, I'm Nicki. I have been working with kids for 8 years. I worked at a day care for 5 years and have experience with all ages and disabilities. I also was a CNA so I am aware of transfering, bathing and medical attention.

Sandra H.


Pinckney, MI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Friendly Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a teacher consultant. I have taught all levels, elementary, middle and high school. I have worked with student who were diagnosed with Autism, bipolar, who were physically impaired, had a learning disability, an emotional impairment, and were deaf/hard of hearing. I have had tons of training over my 20 years being...

Laura S.


Ann Arbor, MI

$11-15/hr

Part-Time Care Giver

I have had 3 years of experience working with special needs kids. I have worked with mildly impaired to severely impaired children. I genuinely enjoy working with kids and teens with specials needs and have found that my experiences have helped me grow as a person. I do have a car, I am a non-smoker, I'm totally fine with pets,...

Maia S.


Ann Arbor, MI

$25/hr

Babysitter And Best Friend :)

Hi, I'm Maia and I'm looking for flexible part-time work! I am open to all kinds of work including childcare, pet sitting, and house work! I have open availability and am willing to workout a schedule that works for both of us. I am happy to provide transportation, run errands, help with meals and school, and create fun...
Maia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Stacey W.


Ann Arbor, MI

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver Available. Part-time Preferred But Willing To Consider Full-time.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a retired school social worker who worked in public schools for 27 years doing both direct service and assessment. I have worked with young people from toddler age through young adult. I am also very comfortable working with infants/babies. I have significant experience working with children with emotional/behavioral needs,...
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Kirstie M.


Ypsilanti, MI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Journey Of Life

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been doing home care for over 15 years. I have been a home manager, worked with the elderly, companionship, hospice, special needs and more. Keeping the mind and body motivated is my motto. I'd describe my personality as caring, encouraging and motivating I like caring for seniors because I like to give back what they...
Kirstie can also help with: Personal care, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"Kirstie is a great caregiver. She pays attention to details and is very organized."

Paula M.

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Dorathy L.


Ypsilanti, MI

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Dorathy I'm reliable private private duty caregiver who's very knowledgeable in handling a variety of emergency situations. Adept at meal preparation, assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong rapport with client. I specializes in elderly and special needs patients. really passionate about...
Dorathy can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Dorothy is a very compassionate worker, hard-working, and she is really good at her job."

Care member

I am an energetic, loving, and compassionate person who has loads of experience under my belt! I have over 10 years of experience with special needs my 3 younger siblings to babysitting for large families near me. I also am very comfortable caring for pets, including my own dog, since I was 12. For the past three summers, I...
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Barbara H.


Ypsilanti, MI

$25-41/hr10 yrs exp

Patient, Reliable, Creative, And Fun Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 15 years of experience in providing reliable, empathic, and safe child care. I have cared for newborns up to age 16 and am comfortable carrying for special needs children. I can help with light housekeeping, cooking/meal preparation, assisting with homework, facilitating fun and age-appropriate activities, taking care of...
Barbara can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Barbara is extremely responsible and dedicated. She has watched both my children and occasionally my pets for many years. She has helped immensely with my son and his virtual learning homework. She loves playing educational games. She goes above and beyond. I...

Brittany T.

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Hannah W.


Manchester, MI

$20-30/hr9 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, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Hannah came over to watch our two toddlers for a few hours. She was very responsive to the job request and easy to communicate with. She was great with the kids and they really liked spending time with her. Highly recommend!"

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Sarah W.


Ypsilanti, MI

$20-34/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Dependable Babysitter Looking For A Summer Job!!

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a loving and compassionate person who has loads of experience under my belt! I have over 14 years of experience from babysitting my 3 younger siblings to babysitting for large families near me. I have been on care. com for 4 years and have loved the families I have served. I just completed my degree in elementary special...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Sara is calm, loving, a wonderful communicator with children and is always understanding of their unique needs. I have trusted her for 2 years with my three daughters. There is no doubt that Sara will say and do the right thing, when you are not able to be in your...

Leslie L.

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Cheryl L.


Howell, MI

$11-25/hr4 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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Pamela N.


Manchester, MI

$28/hr10 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, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Pamela was excellent with my son (a young toddler)! Compassionate, attentive, and engaging. My son can be a bit shy with strangers, but she drew him right out of his shell. I highly recommend her. "

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Kathleen B.


Gregory, MI

$23/hr10 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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dexter, MI

Kirstie M.

5.0

Kirstie is a hard working dependable individual. She takes great care of her clients and cares about their well-being. She takes great pride in her job.

- Barbara H.

Dorathy L.

5.0

She is had working, caring and a discipline lady that is fully self motivated.

- Care member

Barbara H.

5.0

Barbara is extremely responsible and dedicated. She has watched both my children and occasionally my pets for many years. She has helped immensely with my son and his virtual learning homework. She loves playing educational games. She goes above and beyond. I highly recommend Barbara.

- Brittany T.

Hannah W.

5.0

Hannah came over to watch our two toddlers for a few hours. She was very responsive to the job request and easy to communicate with. She was great with the kids and they really liked spending time with her. Highly recommend!

- Care member

Sarah W.

5.0

Sara is calm, loving, a wonderful communicator with children and is always understanding of their unique needs. I have trusted her for 2 years with my three daughters. There is no doubt that Sara will say and do the right thing, when you are not able to be in your child's presence.

- Leslie L.

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