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

45 special needs caregivers are listed in East Lansing, MI

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of February 2025

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

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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,...
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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...
Hiii :)) My name is Caitlyn and i'm currently looking for a summer nanny position before I go back to college. I am majoring in psychology and have a passion for helping with children with special needs. Throughout high school I took part in a class that worked with peers that possessed special needs. When I return to school I...
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...
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...
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Liah K.


East Lansing, MI

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Liah! I'm 22 years old and currently a senior at Michigan State University. I've been babysitting since I was 13 and have continued to nanny and babysit during summer and breaks while in college. This year, I'm excited to offer babysitting and pet sitting services during the school year in East Lansing as well. I'm...
Liah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Cora K.


East Lansing, MI

$11-50/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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hello Families! My name is Brianna. I have over 8 years of experience in child care. I started babysitting at 10 years old. I have experience working with a vast range of ages and abilities. I worked in an infant room of a daycare center, served as a lunch lead at an elementary school. I then went on to nannying for a wonderful...
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Elsa E.


East Lansing, MI

$15-18/hr2 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Elsa ! I've been passionate about working with children for many years, especially those with special needs. During high school, I was actively involved in the LINKS program, where I gained valuable experience supporting children with diverse needs. I've also worked as a babysitter and spent the last two summers as a...
Elsa can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
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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: Errands, light cleaning, specialized care, meal prep, companionship, 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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jasmine T.


Okemos, MI

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Jasmine. I am a graduate student at Michigan State University, pursuing a degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders to become a Speech-Language Pathologist. I have many years of experience providing childcare in various settings, including home, school, and volunteer programs, with a special focus on...
Jasmine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jasmine has helped care for our young child for over a year and truly has become part of the family. Our son absolutely adores her and we will miss her when we move from the area. If you are looking for an empathetic and playful provider, look no further."

Bre B.

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