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Special needs caregivers in Dexter, MI

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Megan T.


Ann Arbor, MI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Megan. I'm 29 years old, and I've been watching kids since the age of 12. I have lots of experience with all ages; Newborn to 15 years of age. I'm familiar with sleep training, acid reflux, premature infants, colic, general care of infants, special needs (ADHD and Autism high functioning), etc. as well as toddler...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Anna V.


Ann Arbor, 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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Maraea T.


Ann Arbor, MI

$32-50/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse And Holistic Heath Coach

I am a professional with over 19 years of experience combined in the following areas: Registered Nurse Case Manager CNA Direct Care, Holistic health Coach Yoga meditation instructor.
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Lauren N.


Ann Arbor, MI

$30-40/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Registered Nurse Sitter

Hi families! My name is Lauren and my friends describe me as a very dependable, positive, trustworthy, and fun person. I am in my second year of the Family Nurse Practitioner program at the University of Michigan. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children and individuals with special...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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

(1)

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

$10-15/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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
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,...
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 14 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, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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

Special Needs Care

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, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
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

$10-25/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, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & 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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Crystal C.


Ypsilanti, MI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Mature & Experienced Educator/ Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

First and foremost I am a degreed and certified educator. Children are the core of my passion, but that also spills over into caring for adults and the elderly. As the daughter of an occupational therapist and care facility owner I grew up the notion that we are all created with unique and special differences. That notion...
5.0
"Crystal arrived early, she asked questions prior to our visit so she was familiar with what H. needed and was able to meet the need. She was a breathe of fresh air and I would HIGHLY Recommend her and will use her again in the future!"

Phylicia R.

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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:

First Aid

CPR

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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Madison W.


Brighton, MI

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

3.5

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

A year ago I graduated with my bachelors in Psychology. Throughout college I worked as an ABA Technician working with kids on the spectrum. In August of this year, I accepted a position as the Program Coordinator at Friendship Circle in West Bloomfield. Friendship Circle is a non-profit organization who services and helps build...
Madison can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Madison was a great sitter and my girls loved her. She was super easy to work with, schedule and pay. I would certainly hire her again!"

Stacy D.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dexter, MI

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.

Cheryl L.

5.0

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

- Alexandra B.

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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