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Jennifer H.


Jenison, MI

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate Person Ready To Provide Passionate Care

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Oriented with strong track record of establishing solid relationships with clients, co-workers, administration and local agencies. Experience providing case management services to socially and economically disadvantaged individuals in programs provided by the Department of Human Services. More than four years of experience...
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Laura E.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Laura!

I am an older sister of three brothers and two of them are special needs. I have a handful of years caring for children as well as basic cooking and cleaning skills. I love children and am very patient when it comes to interacting with them! I love to make children smile and do fun crafts with them like I do with my own...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Hanna A.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hanna A.

Hello. I am Hanna. I have taken Red Cross babysitting classes, so therefore I am a state-certified babysitter and trained with first aid. I have babysat regularly for over five years. I am very patient, attentive, and active with kids. I have also cared for children with special needs and infants. I am very comfortable around...
Hanna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Anna B.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience with children with : ASD - coursework and placement in a kindergarten for students with ASD ADHD - nanny and tutor experience for several students with ADHD Learning disabilities - personal caregiver for a sister with learning disabilities Developmental delay - coursework and teaching experience with children...
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Cami V.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! Initially I started working with seniors before transitioning to special needs individuals over 10 years ago. Most recently I've been doing independent CLS work with individual clients via their parent/guardian & through third party financially; working hand in hand with their supports coordinators through network 180. I...
Hello, I am very reliable, patient and kind with people who have special needs. I used to work for Enriched living. Which is adult foster care for young adults and elderlys who have special needs such as autism, Down syndrome, and mobility changes. I absolutely love being a caregiver! I have been a caregiver for about 3-4 years...
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Stacy V.


Holland, MI

$20-25/hr

Zeeland Lady Looking for Either F/T or P/T After Work Hours

I had the chance to watch 3 special needs kids when their mother went out of town for 2 whole weeks. It was lots of fun. Yes, a lot of hard work, but those kids were so filled with joy and it was a great time.
Growing up with a brother who has super palsy, I've had the privilege of being one of his five constant sources of support and assistance. Throughout my life I have dedicated myself to helping him navigate the challenges that come with his condition. In addition to helping my brother, I have also extended my support to other...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a summer nanny for two lively children, alongside their two pet dogs, I found myself immersed in a whirlwind of responsibilities that ranged from driving and coordinating carpools to whipping up meals and tidying up the household. Each day brought new adventures, whether it was organizing engaging activities, overseeing...
Callie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
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Elizabeth W.


Hudsonville, MI

$15-20/hr

Summer Special Needs Caregiver Available

Hi there! I am an incoming senior at Hope College looking for work May-August. I have experience with children with special needs and I am a quick and adaptable learner! I love caring for others and I would love to get to know you!
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Debra K.


Otsego, MI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nurse

I am a retired nurse with experience working with pediatrics, youth, adults, and seniors with special needs. I have experience with trachiotomy care, ventilators, tube feedings. I have experience with Alzheimer's, hospice, MS, MD, closed head injuries, paralysis, down syndrome, autism, mentally challenged, Parkinson's, diabetes,...
Registered nurse in pediatric neurology, urology, and transplant. Clinical experience working with spinal cord injuries, developmental delays, cognitive impairment, autism, down syndrome
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Isabella V.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Available To Play, Today! :)

Please consider me for last minute, occasional, part-time and full-time :) I'm currently studying to be a Pediatric Physician's Assistant at Grand Valley State. I would love the opportunity to get messy, loud, goofy and energetic with your kiddos... all while making sure we clean up afterward, of course ;) I am a...
Isabella can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Rose K.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

I have 5 years experience taking care of children with autism, behavior challenges, on trach and ventilators. Provided bathing, dressing, meal preparation, feeding tubes, medication administration, range of motion exercises, transportation to doctors appointments, getting ready for school - take school bus, Changing diapers
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Megan K.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Full-time, Part-time Caregiver

Hello! My name is Meg, I'm a 26-year-old occupational therapy assistant. Kids have always been my #1 passion throughout college and the years prior. I worked at First Lutheran Preschool and Daycare as a teacher in 2016. I went on to accept a position as a nanny for a family that required special care for their 6-year-old son,...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Kaitlyn P.


Holland, MI

$18-30/hr5 yrs exp

I Would LOVE To Work With YOUR KIDS!

Hello, I am Kaitlyn! I have recently graduated from Grand Valley State with my Bachelors of Science and a Minor in Spanish. I played on GVSU's varsity softball team for 3 years. I will be applying soon to receive my doctorate in Special needs Pediatric Occupational Therapy. I love working with children and for the last 5 years...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kyra N.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

Why This Job?

Hello! I am a senior at Calvin University studying Special Education and Elementary Education. My hope is to work as a teacher for students with high support needs. This summer I worked as a direct support professional at Ascendigo Autism Services Summer camp. I worked 1 on 1 with campers who had intellectual and developmental...
Hi there! I'm Morgan and I just graduated at GVSU and currenrlu attend graduate school for pediatric occupational therapy. I have experience in childcare for over 7 years. I am a current special needs caretaker to a nonverbal 8-year-old girl and her two sisters (8-12). Over the summer I was the lead preschool teacher at an early...
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jenny H.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have always wanted to work with people who have special needs. I have experience with people of all ages from preschool to adults. In college, I did an internship in a preschool with children with autism. I was a member of Best Buddies , I worked one on one with a student who had physical disabilities. I have worked in a...
Dedicated special needs caregiver with 15 years of experience providing personalized support to individuals with a variety of disabilities, skilled in assisting with daily living activities, medication administration, and maintaining a safe and supportive environment.

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