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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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Meghan D.


Williamston, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi! I am outgoing and energetic and love being around children. I have been taking care of children for approximately 10 years, from infants to middle schoolers. I have my Bachelor's Degree from Aquinas College in elementary education and learning disabilities, and I am an 8th grade special education teacher in Howell. I am very...
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Marina L.


Okemos, MI

$23-25/hr7 yrs exp

I have cared for children from ages 0-11 and love interacting with kids of all ages. I work at a hospital as well and am around kids all the time! I'd describe my personality as fun, compassionate and caring. I like caring for young children with special needs because it comes as a second nature to me and parents deserve a...
Marina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Hillary S.


Holt, MI

$20-27/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! I currently work with children with autism doing ABA therapy. I have also volunteered with a few companies when I was younger that worked with children with disabilities. I am first aid and CPR certified.
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Shay-lynn W.


Holt, MI

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Bilingual Sitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been experience working with kids (newborn - 21 years old) and special needs, my mother was retired from professional day care at our home for over 35 years! I have lots of tend wit lighthearted and active. I am deaf but nothing gonna stop me from anything and change by who I am! I used to volunteering from 13 years old -...
Shay-lynn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Karah B.


Haslett, MI

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have a leadership position at a therapy center specializing working with kids with autism. This job is my passion and I'm looking for a little extra income and would love for that to also be doing what I love. I also have a teaching degree and certificate and have taught elementary school.
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Lauren D.


Holt, MI

$13-19/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hello! My name is lauren and I am currently in my junior year of college. I am going for a bachelors degree in business and then plan to go into the fire academy. I spent several years in middle school and high school working with special needs children and still work with them today. I went through the EMT academy so I am...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Emily B.


Holt, MI

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I have many years of caregiving for children under my belt. I have cared for special needs children, infants, toddlers, and kids up to 14 years of age. I have cared for up to three children of different ages but would be comfortable with more. I enjoy caring for kids, I love being outside, nature, relaxing, and trying new...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Emily B.


Holt, MI

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Loves Spending Time With Special Needs Children

I am in school at Michigan State as a Kinesiology major to later work as a physical therapist for children with special needs. I helped a boy with cerebral palsy at church by playing games with him, walking with him, going to day camp with him for extra assistance, etc. I am good at giving kids extra attention and I love...
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Marina L.


Okemos, MI

$20-23/hr3 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as fun, compassionate and caring. I like caring for people with special needs because it comes as a second nature to me and people with special needs deserve quality care. I'm looking for a job that will be flexible and willing to work with my schedule. I started caring for people with special...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm seeking either a part time or full time nanny position for the right family. I have 10 years of childcare experience, both nannying and teaching. I have a bachelor's degree in early childhood education and an elementary teaching certificate. I have experience with children with special needs and have worked in special...
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kayla S.


Mason, MI

$12-17/hr1 yrs exp

Caring Lady For Hire

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Kayla and I have about four years experience working with special needs, including at Beekman Therapeutic Riding Center where I helped kids with cognitive and social impairments. I am kind, gentle, and firm and work hard to better their lives and increase independence. I am studying to be a yoga teacher and...
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Jaime B.


Grand Ledge, MI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny Experienced In Caring For Infants And Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 13 years experience as a professional nanny. 8 years experience caring for children on the autism spectrum. My experience is with children ranging in age from 4 weeks to 12 years old. My skills and experience are wide ranging. I am adaptable and intuitive. I quickly learn the flow of a family and the needs of the parents...
Jaime can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jaime is amazing! Very professional, caring, loving, fun, high energy, responsible, experienced, great communicator.. everything you would want in a caregiver! We have 3 little kids (ages 1, 3, and 4) - would definitely re-hire!"

Justin D.

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Morgan L.


DeWitt, MI

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a passion for working with kids and have been for around nine years. Through the many years, I have had experiences with many different types of kids, personalities, temperaments with some difficult situations. I have babysat kids with behavioral challenges, special needs, and various medical needs, all of which have been...
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Morgan is absolutely wonderful with our 14-month old. She is patient, calm, caring and my son adores her!"

Shannon B.

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Grace B.


DeWitt, MI

$16-17/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Fun Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Grace! I come from a family with 10 siblings!! I have learned to care for children first in my own home and have worked with children that have special needs. I have been a part time nanny to several families for the last 6 years including two families with twin babies and have worked in a daycare. I have also...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Jaime B.


Grand Ledge, MI

$11-20/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver

I have worked mostly in child care, caring for special needs children. I have experience doing in home care for an elderly woman with MS. My duties included bathing, administering suppositories, changing urine bag, dressing, giving medication, cooking and light house cleaning.
Jaime can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep
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Alaska P.


Eaton Rapids, MI

$11-16/hr1 yrs exp

Nanny

I've babysat since I was 12 years old. I've been a medical assistant for a year. I was a caregiver to my grandparents for 5 years. I've taken care of all ages. I've had family's with special need and illnesses.
Alaska can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lucas L.


Mason, MI

$25/hr3 yrs exp

I'm a caregiver with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My friendly nature helps me connect with children and parents alike. With three years of experience caring for kids aged six to 14, I'm comfortable looking after two children at a time. With a lifetime of experience I'm very comfortable working with...
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Mariah M.


Mason, MI

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

I used to work at (adult foster care) home as a manager. I also work with children with autism as a registered behavioral therapist.
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Azalia A.


Mason, MI

$22/hr5 yrs exp

Your Knowledgeable And Compassionate Candidate!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Welcome! As a BSc graduate that began college at 14, a 1700 hour AmeriCorps Volunteering Alumni, and an aspiring physician, having a caring disposition and ensuring a well-informed, welcoming environment for any child or senior that I care for are of utmost importance to me. As a prospective caretaker, it would be a pleasure of...
Azalia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Jaime B.


Grand Ledge, MI

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny Experienced in Autism and Special Needs

My experience with special needs started with my position as a direct care provider at an adult foster care home. I cared for many ladies with Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and Autism. My current job is caring for two boys who are both on the severe end of the autism spectrum. I have been with this family for the past 4 years....

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