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Kennedy A.


Gobles, MI

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Love Kids And Pets

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents, I am originally from Illinois and just got accepted into WMU, I have babysat in the past. Most of my experience comes from living with my niece, she is my whole world. I love kids and am looking for part-time work while I go to school for social work. So excited to start this and I have worked with children that...
Kennedy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Nicolle L.


Kalamazoo, MI

$11-15/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time/Full-time Caregiver

Growing up my sister babysat for three different families over the summer and I always had to tag along. My sister and I are 8 years apart so she was watching me as well. My sister now has two kids a son and a daughter, aged 2 and 6. I have been watching my niece and nephew since I was around 13 years old for up to 24 hours at a...
Nicolle can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Allison R.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15/hr2 yrs exp

About Me!

Hi! I am a current Michigan State University Student. I am studying Human Biology on a Pre-PA track. I am a certified Nurse Assistant, I have worked with special needs kids in the past, I was a summer camp counselor for a summer and have babysat before. I love being around children and have a younger sister!
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Claire S.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-16/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hello! My name is Claire and I would love to babysit your kids! I am a first year graduate student at WMU. I graduated from MSU with a bachelor's degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders in 2024. I have had a significant amount of experience working with children in my life including babysitting, nannying (4 years),...
Claire can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Morgan D.


Paw Paw, MI

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working in the medical field since 2014 and have been a RN since 2019. I acquired my BSN from WMU. I have experience working with dementia patients, end stage kidney, end stage liver, transplant patients, cardiac patients, general med surg and my most recent job as a home hospice nurse case manager. I have experience...
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Chelsea M.


Kalamazoo, MI

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Social Worker Eager To Help - Reliable, Honest, And Positive!

I am 36 years old and have experience caring for all ages, genders, and a variety of special needs. my wife and I have a 3-year-old daughter and I am currently a stay at home parent. I previously worked in child welfare for almost 10 years. I believe in the importance of a structured, nurturing, and positive environment for...
Chelsea can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Alyssa W.


Kalamazoo, MI

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! have day and night time availability. I am 18 and I have 2 years of experience with all different disabilities mostly with fetal alcohol syndrome and secondary disabilities from the FAS but I also have cared for kids with autism, ADD/ADHD, depression and anxiety. I am infant-adult first aid and CPR/BLS certified. I was an...
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Felicia W.


Kalamazoo, MI

$11-15/hr1 yrs exp

Nanny/ Companion

I was a nanny for a severely autistic, non-verbal boy for four months and I am actually still close with the family. I knew the job was only temporary though. I watched him everyday except for two days out of the month with his three siblings. I have also watched children with ADD/ADHD. I am very adaptable, patient, and willing...

Abby B.


Kalamazoo, MI

$11/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I have worked with individuals that have mental illness and/or disabilities for the past 6 years. I have worked both in a hospital setting and residential setting. My passion lies with special needs adults and children. I am looking to continue my education to work as a teacher or social worker. I am also a single mother of two...

Florentino C.


Kalamazoo, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Child Caregiver

I have 17 years of experience working with special needs children and their families. I am currently employed at a local hospital. I have worked with men, women, and children. I recently worked with the same residents for 14 years before they were put into a nursing home facility.
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Joelle D.


Kalamazoo, MI

$18/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello everyone!! My name is Joelle and I am about to graduate at WMU with a major in Acting (so I am the BEST at playing make believe). I am extremely qualified to babysit/nanny: 10 years of babysitting and 6 of nannying, I have worked with up to 5 kids in the same household ranging from ages infant- 15!! (I also have a lot of...
Joelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Joelle is very kind and loves playing with my kids. They always look forward to when she's coming over next!"

Francesca S.

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Tanner P.


Portage, MI

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter, Available On Short Notice All Summer

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Tanner! I'm 25 years old and currently a graduate student at Western Michigan University working on my second master's degree in special education. My first master's degree is in Behavior Analysis and I am a BCBA. I have extensive experience working with individuals with a myriad of special needs, but most of my...
Tanner can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Tanner is outstanding. She was instrumental to our family navigating educational and health changes that called for me to reach out for help. I wish she could have joined us when we moved out of state. Any family will be happy to have Tanner looking after house...

Jennifer N.

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Devyn P.


Portage, MI

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part/Full-Time Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Devyn! I'm 21 years old and currently just working, no school. My babysitting experience started back in 2012, and is still going strong! I've worked with all ages, but I have the most experience working with ages 1-5. I love building bonds with children and their parents! I'm comfortable with transportation, meal prep,...
Devyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Devyn is an amazing caregiver. She is always very engaged with my children. She goes above and beyond without us asking. I couldn't be more grateful for her being apart of our team!"

Jordyn P.

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Stephanie W.


South Haven, MI

$30-49/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Med Tec/CNA

In 97 I did Activities in a nursing home. (planned daily activities, as well as directing them.) I then became a Charge Nurse, and also got my CNA, and Med tech certifications. I have worked in many Rehabs, Nursing homes, and have also done Home Healthcare, for many years. I love taking care of people, young, old, mentally, or...
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Valerie O.


Portage, MI

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a 54-year-old mother of four, grown children and have 13 grandchildren. NON SMOKER and love pets! I recently became an "empty nester" and love kids! I would like to be able to stay locally and help families who need to work and go on much needed dates! I drove a school bus for 17 years (5 years with special needs), a former...
Valerie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Valerie helped us with infant care and was highly reliable. Once our boy was off to daycare, Valerie provided care as needed. We would recommend her and hire again."

Wes M.

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Lisa W.


Kalamazoo, MI

$11-15/hr2 yrs exp

Full-Time/Part-Time Sitter Available Immediately

3.0

(2)

Hello! I am a 36 yr old special needs mom of 2 located in Southwest Michigan I have working in the special education field for about 2 yrs now various positions I would love to get to know you and your family!
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lisa is an absolute pleasure! My girls adored her! She's funny she's sweet.. my girls enjoyed the craft projects she brought with her for each holiday! Highly recommend Lisa "

Danielle K.

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Bethany D.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I also have experience working with seniors with aging diseases. Currently work for WMU Center for Disability Services day programs.
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Jamie L.


Richland, MI

$24-50/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Of 6 Years, Available Tuesday, Thursday, And Weekends

Hello! My name is Jamie and I am 22. I'm currently based out of Lakewood CO, and I'm looking to change my job back to nannying after being a full time aesthetician for 3 years. I am friendly, adventurous, caring and I have about 6 years of babysitting/ nannying experiences. I absolutely love working with kids! I have worked with...
Jamie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sarah C.


Bangor, MI

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a 25yr old mother of 2 young children. I work full time in an adult foster care dealing with a wide variety of disabilities. I've been through a CNA course and have my CPR and first aid certifications. I truly enjoy helping other in any way that I can. Family is important and I believe in treating others loved ones like my...
Sarah can also help with: Personal care, dementia

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gobles, MI

Joelle D.

5.0

Joelle is very kind and loves playing with my kids. They always look forward to when she's coming over next!

- Francesca S.

Tanner P.

5.0

Tanner is outstanding. She was instrumental to our family navigating educational and health changes that called for me to reach out for help. I wish she could have joined us when we moved out of state. Any family will be happy to have Tanner looking after house and home! JJN

- Jennifer N.

Devyn P.

5.0

Devyn is an amazing caregiver. She is always very engaged with my children. She goes above and beyond without us asking. I couldn't be more grateful for her being apart of our team!

- Jordyn P.

Valerie O.

5.0

Valerie helped us with infant care and was highly reliable. Once our boy was off to daycare, Valerie provided care as needed. We would recommend her and hire again.

- Wes M.

Lisa W.

5.0

Lisa is an absolute pleasure! My girls adored her! She's funny she's sweet.. my girls enjoyed the craft projects she brought with her for each holiday! Highly recommend Lisa

- Danielle K.

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