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

49 special needs caregivers are listed in East Lansing, MI

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in East Lansing, MI

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Zoe S.


East Lansing, MI

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Loving, Experienced Nanny Available For Full-Time Care

5.0

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I have been babysitting for almost 10 years, and I absolutely love it. To me, caring for children is less of a job and more of a blessing. It warms my heart to be able to watch kids grow and learn, and to know I've been able to be a positive influence in their life fills me with joy. I have experience with children of all ages,...
Zoe can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Zoe is a very dependable, smart, intuitive woman. She has always had a natural ability with kids, carrying around my children as if they were an extension of her arms. If we lived closer to each other she would probably be working for us and I would have the...

Heather H.

I am a reliable, patient, and kind-hearted individual with extensive experience working with individuals with special needs. My father was a Special Education teacher, as well as the Special Education Director for our school district for over 10 years, which allowed me to be in the company of these individuals from a young age....
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Juli M.


East Lansing, MI

$13-20/hr5 yrs exp

Funfunfun

Hi, I'm Juli! I'm a relaxed, but fun, girl who loves doing activities with the kiddos. I love playing sports, playing board games, doing crafts, and all sorts of other things. I've had about 8 years of professional experience working with children, and a few extra years of nonprofessional experience. I also have professional...
The past year of my life has been devoted to helping mentally ill adults with Brain traumatic injuries in a long term care facility. In that facility I worked as a behavioral health aide and had the pleasure of getting to know many different kinds of people. I have worked with dementia patients, patients with severe autism,...
I have extensive experience working recreationally and in educational settings with kids and adults with disabilities. I am currently the lab manager for an autism research lab in which I regularly work with kids from age 18mos to 7 years old with autism. I have been volunteering with adaptive sports teams for 5+ years and also...
Michigan State Nursing student looking to make some money over the summer with lots of experience with kids with mental disabilities. Used to be caregiver for child with cerebral palsy and took 4 years of classes aimed at assisting students with autism. Babysitting expirience.
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Marla S.


East Lansing, MI

$25-34/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time

Experience working with children and adults with special needs. Worked with children with Autism as TSS in schools, as well as in home ABA therapy sessions. Worked with adults in group home. Assisted adults with daily functioning, social outings, personal care, meal prep, overnight shifts... Also have some minimal experience...
My experience with working with special needs students started in my school's peer to peer connection program, which pairs qualified volunteer students with students on the autism spectrum. This program works with their student in the classroom to help them succeed academically, while also forming friendships with other...
Hello, My name is Eiki. I am 27 years old, born and raises in the South Pacific. I just recently move here from Colorado. My husband is going to school at MSU and I am looking for a part- time job. I have been working as caregiver for three families in Colorado. I am a very compassionate caregiver with over two years of...
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Liz M.


East Lansing, MI

$11-15/hr3 yrs exp

Great Sitter And Camp Counselor

I have spent a lot of time volunteering at local schools and am a camp counselor. I spent the past 3 summer taking care of kids ranging from 5-17 years old. I was also a peer mentor for kids with special needs for about 2 years. I have tutored multiple students with varying cognitive abilities and ages. I am currently a msu...
Liz can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Cora K.


East Lansing, MI

$10-50/hr4 yrs exp

Cora

I'd describe my personality as bubbly, kind, and comforting. I like working with kids because I love doing fun crafts/activities, I feel like I connect well with children, and I could never get sick of them! I'm looking for a job that has shorter hours, pays well, and is nearby me. I started working with kids when I was 14...

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm a current senior at MSU studying social work with a focus in child welfare. As a creative and friendly childcare provider with over 6 years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and providing reliable care. I have worked with kids in many different spaces like teaching taekwondo and swimming, and had...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi! I'm Taylor! I am a very patient, and out going person who has 9 years of experience of caring for my own families members kids to other families kids as well! With me, your children will receive exceptional care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if asked. At my school I take care of the kids with specials needs...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hello! My name is Brooke, I am 18 and currently a freshman in college. I am CPR certified and also a CNA/PCT, and EKG technician. I have not officially cared for kids in the past but have helped out some friends for cash. This included taking care of their special needs son with anything he needs including cooking and driving. I...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Diella R.


East Lansing, MI

$15/hr2 yrs exp

About Me!

I have always had a deep passion for working with children. Over the past 12 years, I've taken on a significant role in raising my little sister, which has fueled my love for childcare. Currently majoring in elementary education, I bring knowledge of early childhood development and over three years of hands-on experience in the...
Diella can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Symone K.


East Lansing, MI

$20/hr6 yrs exp

College Student Looking For Weekend Opportunities To Make Money

2.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Symone and I'm a Senior studying Human Resources Management. I have about 5 years of experience handling and overseeing children from working in the special needs room all throughout high-school and having various nannying jobs over the last few years. I'm a very bubbly, outgoing person; I love to stay active!...
Symone can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Hi, I'm Hannah! I have years of experience in house sitting, pet sitting, and all kinds of childcare! I started babysitting when I was 14, which then evolved into working at an in-home daycare/preschool (while still babysitting elsewhere) until I moved to East Lansing for school. I helped curate weekly lessons for preschool aged...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

IMPORTANT: I am an out of state student and won't be back in Michigan until August 16 Hi! My name is Rylee, and I am a sophomore at Michigan State University! I am studying Special Education, and hope to one day be an ABA Therapist! A little bit about me! - I am from Pittsburgh, PA - I have 3 younger siblings (18, 16, and 15)...
Rylee can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Hannah Y.


East Lansing, MI

$18-22/hr4 yrs exp

Senior Care, Pet Care, Special Needs Care

Hi, I'm Hannah! I am a senior at Michigan State University studying psychology with a deep commitment to providing quality care, love, and respect to those in need. I have assisted individuals diagnosed with dementia, schizophrenia, autism, and bipolar disorder. My role involved supporting daily living activities and...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, specialized care, companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

I love children and love having fun! I have experience babysitting newborns-adolescents. My younger brother has autism, so I am very familiar with special need children. I have my own transportation and am very reliable. I am a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, so if your child has allergies or food sensitivities, you can know...
Kristina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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