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101 special needs caregivers are listed in Grand Rapids, MI
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Grand Rapids, MI
Koriel C.
Grand Rapids, MI
$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello everyone, I am a fun, energetic person that has a true love for children. I have a love for caring for people since I was a child my dream job was to be a mother. I have a5-year-old little brother that was born when I was 16, due to my mother's health I helped her out a lot with him and within his first years of life, he...
Koriel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Morgan P.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-31/hr • 8 yrs exp
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, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
With over a decade of experience as a nanny and babysitter, I've had the pleasure of caring for children of all ages, from infants to teens. My background includes working with children with special needs, such as blindness, visual impairments, and developmental disabilities. I also spent two summers as a pre-primary assistant...
Gianna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Prima. I'm an experienced, caring, and eager nanny/ babysitter. I have 5 younger siblings, so I have experience in caring for children of all ages. I also have some experience caring for children with special needs. I am CPR and first aid trained, so I'm well equipped to keep your kid(s) healthy and safe. I am very...
Prima can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Amanda M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Amanda. I am a very patient, active, ambitious, and outgoing person. Two years ago I babysat for a family during the summer. I cared for a girl and helped take care of her pets as well. I occasionally would drive her to camps and helped her with lunch. I am currently a Learning Disabilities major at Aquinas...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Andrea H.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
I work at our local Cheboygan Area High School as a Special Needs Aide, where I habe been for close to five years. In the summers I work with elder residents as a certified Nurse Aide and often sit for our lake neighbors! Would love to help out and get to know your little one while you explore our great area! Thanks!
Andrea can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Andrea is the best caregiver that we’ve ever had. Her attention to detail and nurturing personality make her an ideal caregiver. We would HIGHLY recommend her. Having three boys is hard even for me to handle but Andrea makes it look so easy, they just adore her! "
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello :) I work at KentISD currently with young adults with special needs & I am primarily looking for work during summer break. I am the oldest of 6 kids and I have years of experience nannying kids of all ages. I went to school for engineering, and worked in that field for a few years before landing in education. Some of my...
Wylynn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sabina. I have worked and have been around kids for years. I started nannying kids when I was about 12 years old. I watched a family of 4 children and watched them grow up for about 4 years. I then was a nanny for a family of 3 (ages 4-8 when I was 16 years old). I then went on later in my life to work in foster...
I am a former collegiate athlete (soccer) and coach for younger premier athletes and have always been passionate about working with kids and helping to develop personalities and interests! I have four years of experience working in special needs classes and five years of experience working as a sitter/nanny for all ages and have...
Holly can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Gracy. I have a passion for working with children and infants, and I strive to create an environment where learning and fun go hand in hand. With several years of experience supporting children of all abilities, including those with special needs, I take pride in being dependable and responsible.
I understand...
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello! I have been an active babysitter since I was 16 years old, leaving me with 10 years of experience. I currently work full-time as a School Psychologist for a local school district. I have graduate training in child development and applied behavior analysis. I have experience working with kids with disabilities, including...
Ashlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I am 1 of 6 girls in my family and have always been around looking after my sisters. In high school I would babysit on my weekends for my teachers children as well as families of children that my parents knew. In high school I also worked with special needs children for two years and it was an amazing experience.
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Katarina M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
With six years of experience caring for children ages 0-12+, I'm skilled at creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where kids can thrive. In addition to caring for children, I have worked for two summers in Trinity Health Muskegon's ER as a PCA. My experience in the ER has helped me build a strong foundation for...
Katarina can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi My name is Kira and I am 21 years old. I have 6 years of experience in babysitting and I worked as a early childhood educator for a year and a half where I cared for children from ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. I can help with Travel, Light Housekeeping, running errands, and more. Every single child I care for I treat them...
Kira can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Day camp counselor for youth of all ages; CPR certified; experience with youth with special needs; taken child development courses; multiple years of experience with newborns, infants, and toddlers; fan of craft time and going to the park.
Gabrielle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lauren B.
Grand Rapids, MI
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently employed full time, Mon-Fri 8-5. Please contact me with any babysitting needs ONLY. See experience below
Behavioral Technician for special needs children ranging from 3-18yrs. I am also CPR certified for infants and adults.
Childcare giver to a micro-preemie (started at 7mo). Maintained a routine based on...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Carter S.
Grand Rapids, MI
$22/hr • 5 yrs exp
As a creative and nurturing individual with a passion for fostering children's growth, I have dedicated the last five years to providing exceptional childcare. My experience includes caring for two children simultaneously, ensuring their safety, well-being, and engagement in enriching activities. I believe in open communication...
Carter can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Ashley R.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing caregiver with a passion for helping children grow and develop. With over a year of experience, I'm patient, calm, and creative, making me a great fit for children of all ages. I prioritize open communication with parents, ensuring they're always informed about their child's day. I'm comfortable enforcing...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hello, I'm Heather. I'm a recent college graduate with 2 degrees. I studies graphic design as well as communication studies, but my real passion is caring for others. I spent most of my preteen/teenage years watching my cousins. At 14 my sister was born, and for 5 years, I helped raise her. I also nannied for about 2 years,...
Heather can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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Ratings for Grand Rapids, MI special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 101 listed special needs caregivers.