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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Kalamazoo, MI

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Kalamazoo, MI

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Alyson M.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

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I am a very kind, loving, and compassionate person. I worked as a behavior technician and love helping others. My goal is to become a Speech Language Pathologist focusing on individuals with special needs.
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Kristen O.


Kalamazoo, MI

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Anytime

I have worked with epilepsy, down syndrome, CF, auto-immune issues, and deafness - I think every child/person deserves the same dedication no matter the needs associated. I have personal experience dealing with auto-immune problems which, I think, has allowed me the opportunity to empathize more but (most importantly) gain...
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Kaylie B.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

I worked with children and adults with autism proving ABA services for 5 years. I also was a nanny and currently work at bronson hospital in the cardiology unit
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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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Gretchen J.


Kalamazoo, MI

$20/hr20 yrs exp

Gretchen J.-educator & Friend!

I am a long-term substitute teacher, with nearly 25 years of experience in the public school system, both in typical & special needs classrooms. In addition, I have a masters degree in therapeutic horsemanship, & have a lesson program with my two lovely & gentle horses. I am very creative, love to do anything outdoors, & find...
Gretchen can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Mary K.


Kalamazoo, MI

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, I am Mary! I am a college student looking for a full time summer job and or a full time position. I have coached kids gymnastics as well as volunteered as a coach for a kid's special needs basketball program. I have 5 years of babysitting experience and had a summer nannying job in 2023. I am very calm in conflict but know...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Eryn L.


Kalamazoo, MI

$16-20/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I started babysitting when I was about 13 years old, which is around eight years of experience for me. I always went with my mom babysitting and then my mom passed on my name to some of her clients once I was old enough. I started by babysitting a special needs child when she was around 5 years old and she is now 16. I drove her...
Skills:

CPR

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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Madelynn A.


Kalamazoo, MI

$13-21/hr5 yrs exp

Grad Student Looking For Babysitting Jobs

Hello, I am a graduate student at WMU in the field of Speech-Language Pathology. I am fully vaccinated and have had experience with children, babies and special needs children and coursework in child development. I have worked at Daycares, other nannying jobs, an autism center, schools and in the campus speech clinic with...
Madelynn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kaylin R.


Kalamazoo, MI

$11-50/hr

The Perfect Sitter For You

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have five younger siblings and I've always helped my parents raise them. I play with them for hours on end and they consider me one of their favorite people in the world. I would bake with them, make crafts, play outside, and host many barbie talent shows. I also have helped in my step mom's preschool classroom many times...
Kaylin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a soon to be college graduate, I am looking for a summer position before the next school year begins. I have a degree in both elementary education and special education. I have over 5 years of babysitting experience, and have spent time in kindergarten-high school classrooms. With my background in education and experience...
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Emma O.


Kalamazoo, MI

$21/hr6 yrs exp

Great Nanny And Loves Cleaning!

I started working for my mother at her in home daycare as soon as I could and started babysitting for families date nights as young as 12 years old at their homes. I then went on to babysit several families a week for a few years in high school. Once I graduated I found a family in my neighborhood that needed a nanny, and I...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Madison M.


Kalamazoo, MI

$11-25/hr6 yrs exp

Eager And Excited!

Hello! My name is Madison. I'm currently 22-years old. I have been nannying children including: infant, toddler and up for many years now and I couldn't love it more! I have taken a course in Certified Nursing Assistant, and also have experience with children who have Special Needs. I also worked at a camp for two years with...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hey, I'm Grace! I have 6 years of experience. I can help with crafts, homework and carpooling. I'm a Musical Theatre Performance major and American Sign Language Studies minor at Western Michigan University. I am also pursuing a degree in Special Education. I've been teaching dance to young kids for 8 years and have extensive...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Sara R.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hi my name is Sara! I graduated in the spring with my masters degree in behavior science from Western Michigan University, and recently relocated to the Richmond area for a job opportunity! While in Michigan I nannied for a family with special needs kids for ~3 years. I love being a care provider and is something I would love...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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

CNA

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Chloe, and I would love to help with your families childcare needs. With my passion for working with kiddos along with my 8 years of extensive childcare experience, I could be a wonderful addition to your village. Some of my experience includes working in a kindergarten classroom, working in a preschool setting,...
Chloe can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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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, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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...

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