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Special needs caregivers in Grandville, MI

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Caitlin F.


Byron Center, MI

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

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I grew up with a younger brother who has autism and have worked in an ASD classroom along with receiving training throughout my schooling.
My name is Mikayla and I am a certified special education teacher. While I am on summer break I would love to work with elementary-middle aged children. Although, working with elementary-middle school aged children is my expertise I do have experience with babies, toddlers, high school students as well as adults and children...
Mikayla can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I love people with special needs I have a learning disability since I was a child but I don't let that stop me I would love to care for someone who can relate to me I am a kind respectful 24-year-old Certified Nursing Assistant I love being able to communicate and have fun with everyone. I have worked in multiple different...
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Rachel L.


Grand Rapids, MI

$14-29/hr5 yrs exp

Former Teacher

I recently left my job as an Early Childhood Special Education teacher. I am pregnant with my first baby, due in July, and I am looking for part-time work before then.
I have 10 years of experience as a nanny and babysitter. I can help with full house keeping (if children are old enough to occupy themselves for periods of time for me to clean - 5+ years residential cleaning experience) and Laundry. I am a loving 38 yr old who is unable to have children, so I have always lived vicariously...
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Sarah S.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Loving Sitter/care Attendant

Hi, I'm Sarah! I am kind, calm, and adaptable. I have about 1 year of experience with providing Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy for ASD clients and those with developmental disorders/delays! I enjoy working with others who have additional needs, and love assisting others in what brings them joy. I am comfortable working with...
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Mary P.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

A Helpful Hand!

My name is Mary! I am a major in psychology at Grand Valley. I am very helpful and deeply care for others. I can learn to manage and cope with different people and their habits in life. I'd love to be a helpful hand for you!
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Wylynn C.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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

CPR

First Aid

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Sidney M.


Byron Center, MI

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

College Student Looking For Part-time/full-time Job!

Hello, I'm a 23-year-old female who is currently earning my bachelor's degree in criminal justice at Ferris State University! I'm new to Care. com and looking for a summer job. I have experience working at a daycare center taking care of 1st through 3rd graders. I'm also experienced in taking care of children with special needs....
Sidney can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

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Katie Z.


Byron Center, MI

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for 6 years. I have 7+ years experience in childcare ranging from newborn to teenagers. I have also cared for multiples ages newborn to current age of 9. I have experience with twins and quadruplets as well! I am very involved in church volunteering in different children's ministries such as nursery,...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

During my High School years, I have had the privilege of being in a program called LINKS, where I was placed 1:1 and in three different classrooms with students who have disabilities. I have been around students who have either educational disabilities, or with students who have down syndrome, autism, severe mental disabilities,...
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Kira C.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter Or Full Time Nanny

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

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

I do not have much experience in care but, I have worked with many kids on the autism spectrum and a little girl with a trach and g-tube. I would need training on what to do but, I would love to care for these kids.

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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Olivia N.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Speech Therapist

I'm a nationally certified Speech Language Pathologist who LOVES working with children and adults to help my students communicate what they want, how they want, when they want! I genuinely enjoy working with all ages and skill levels - from typically developing students to students with severe cognitive impairment, Autism...
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Gianna P.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

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: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I've always loved kids and have enjoyed building relationships with the family's and kids I've babysat for the past 8ish years. I work nights as a trauma icu nurse so safety is kind of all I'm about. I am very active and love making crafts, movie nights, cooking, and outdoor activities. I have experience with all age...
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Mariah P.


Grand Rapids, MI

$13-50/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate Care Speciallist

Hello! My name is Mariah, and I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with four of experience providing exceptional care to individuals of all ages. Whether it's assisting seniors with daily activities, supporting those with special needs, or providing attentive childcare, I am committed to enhancing the well-being and...
Mariah can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
Hello! My name is Alexa and I am a 24 yr old kid lover of life. During my senior year of highschool I took a lifeguarding class and an early childhood education course (both included guiding and teaching special education children ages 5 to 17), followed by coaching 3 to 15 yr olds, and nannying for 7 years. Joy for me comes...
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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