Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Kent City, MI
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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Kent City, MI
The average rate is $14/hr as of December 2024
The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 8 years
Special needs caregivers in Kent City, MI
I have done ABA over the last 5 years. I have worked with individuals with disabilities over the last 10 years, providing CLS, ABA, respite, foster care, case management, and teaching. I love helping kids meet their full potential.
Madelyn F.
Conklin, MI
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a freshman in college :) I have worked at a daycare for 4 years and babysat / nannied for about 6 years! I love children of all ages, and I have experience with ages newborn-13 years old :) I also have experience with children with health issues / special needs. I am looking forward to meeting your kids and you!...
Madelyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a childcare provider that has had about four years of paid experience, with about eight years of unpaid/unofficial experience.
I have been a nanny for two different families, only leaving the job when they moved or the child went on to school. Overall, I had the chance to nanny for about two years altogether. I...
Amanda N.
Sparta, MI
$20-30/hr
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...
5.0
(4)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in child care since I was 13 years old. I have worked with all ages ranging from newborns to teenagers. I have spent a lot of time working with special needs children too. I am currently a resident at Nemours Children's Hospital and I enjoy babysitting in my free time. I'd be a great fit if you were looking...
Alissa can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alissa was great with our infant and very accommodating with our schedules!"
Kelsey P.
Angela H.
Muskegon, MI
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Angela, I go by Angie usually. I am about to move to Muskegon soon. I grew up with a big family so helping my parents with my siblings was a daily thing. After graduating high school I began working at a daycare. Then later switched daycares. I worked with infants both times. Ages were 6 weeks to 18 months. I...
5.0
"Angie was great with our 9 year old special needs child. She was always very attentive to her needs. She was reliable and always on time. I would highly recommend her. "
Jill C.
5.0
(1)
I have been babysitting for the past 9 years. My experience goes past just babysitting. I also worked as a before/after school care giver for 5 years in a private christian school. In addition to that I was also a Preschool aid for the two years following my graduation from High school. I have experience with children with...
Jessalynn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She is willing to go above and beyond and do whatever you need. I highly recommend Jessa for anyone looking for a dependable and...
Jennifer C.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
CURRENTLY OFFERING:
Day time appointments
Date night
**Hourly minimum: $20/hr.
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ABOUT ME:
30-years-old.
Social Worker.
Grand Valley State University alumni.
GVSU Grad student.
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EXPERIENCE:
Build-A-Bear Workshop
Elementary Team Lead at Boys & Girls Club
Bashor Children's Home (Residential)
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Boys 5th grade basketball...
Kate can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Super accommodating! Very attentive and interactive with our son. Will definitely use again. "
Patricia K.
Cassie B.
Sand Lake, MI
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Expert In Challenging Behavior And Life-skills Development
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I just moved to the area and I am looking to get back into the field. I have 10+ years of experience working with adults and children with developmental disabilities.
I've worked as an assistant director of a camp for people with DD, a job coach, a skills trainer, a group-home residential counselor, a live-in behavior...
5.0
"I highly recommend Cassie! Our son, now 10 years old, is autistic and at a level 2 support. Cassie was his nanny beginning in September 2020. The expertise that she provided made all of our lives better, and I'm not exaggerating. She has been through hundreds of...
Rebecca S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Emalee!
I'm currently an ABA Therapy Behavioral Technician. Most recently I've worked with children ages 2-15, but I am comfortable with all ages and needs. I have experience with special needs, I'm CPR and First Aid Certified, I have 10+ childhood training certifications, and meet annual training requirements through...
Emalee can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Emalee came by our home and met with us and kids prior to starting babysitting for us. She was on time and prepared with questions for us and made us feel at ease with all of her experience. She works at a local day care and is studying early child hood education...
Sarah D.
Ashley R.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm Ashley and I have seven plus years experience working with individuals of varying needs and disabilities. I've been hired for special events as well as regular care.
5.0
"Ashley has been an amazing caregiver for my wheelchair bound Aunt who has cognitive disability and early onset dementia. She has been an asset and miracle worker to our family and Aunt. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone. "
Care member
Amanda G.
Grand Rapids, MI
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Over 10+ Years Experience, Energetic Professional Ready To Entertain Your Child/Children & Or Pets!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Amanda & I'd love to apply for your position. I took a babysitter course through our local hospital where I worked as a nurse assistant. I have lots of childcare experience from the age of 14. I've cared for infants to pre-teens, including children on the spectrum or with seizure disorders. (My ex-husband had...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Amanda was very reliable, full of energy & helped with things around the house while she cared for our son last summer! She took him places all the time & was fully engaged with him while my husband & I were at work, sending us pictures & texts frequently to always...
Sarah D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a positive and energetic person who adores kids. I am the proud "Fun Aunt" to my beautiful 3-year-old Niece and my firecracker 6-year-old Nephew. I graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Speech Language Pathology. Not only did I grow up as the (go to) babysitter on my street for 15+ years, I am...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kate is wonderful! She actually reached out to our family through Care.com after seeing a post about our need for help with remote learning when school closed due to COVID-19. I'm so glad she did! She was great with our two girls, who were in 2nd and 4th grade at...
Elissa H.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm an experienced and dedicated individual with a passion for providing quality care to children. With a 5 year background as a 6th grade teacher and and a bachelor's degree in elementary and special education, I bring a wealth of knowledge and understanding to childcare. As the oldest of 7 siblings, I have honed my...
Savannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Came with activities and great energy! Kids loved her! "
Kristi K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced with ADHD, Autism and other social, communication and learning challenges. There is always a way to move through with love, compassion and grace.
Pain Resilience and Trauma Informed Yoga/movement Specialist.
Certified in Neuro-linguistic and Neuro-Semantics Coach, Release Emotional Trauma, Educate on how to...
Kimberly T.
Rockford, MI
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kim, or Miss Kim as my current nannied kiddos call me. I am 26 years old and have been watching children since I was 11. I started my first regular babysitting job for a special needs baby at 16. I worked as a nanny for a few months before my former boss opened a daycare, I worked there for about 4. 5 years. I then...
Kimberly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Kim was on-time, friendly, and great with my two kids. We will definitely be contacting her to babysit again!"
Grace B.
Delaney H.
Grand Rapids, MI
$27-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Fun-loving Babysitter Willing To Work Around Schedules
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I started off babysitting for family and friends at about 13 years old and since then I have expanded to anyone in need of a caregiver. I have experience working at a daycare center where I was an assistant teacher for children 3 to 4 years old. At the daycare I enjoyed helping the children with crafts, reading, and...
Delaney can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We interviewed Delaney for a full-time nanny position for our two girls. She showed up to the interview on-time and did a great job. We asked questions around her top 3 responsibilities as a nanny, what she considers a healthy meal, and how she handles discipline...
Annie M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Gianna,and I am currently a freshman at the University, I play soccer here as well, and am staying in Grand Rapids this summer, looking for a great opportunity caring for and building a bond with you and your child/children! I have two amazing younger siblings that I have cared for since a young age, and...
5.0
"Gianna is a very loving, compassionate and pleasant individual. She shows up with a smile on her face and always happy to work and learn. She will be greatly missed as she goes off to school this August. I hope we have the ability to work with her in the future....
Kelly S.
5.0
(1)
As a Foster parent and mother I gained experience with Autism, ADHD, ADD and Sensory integration. As a Nanny I gained experience with a G tube, a seizure plan, OT, PT, ST for limited mobility, blindness, cognitive and hearing impairment.
Victoria A.
Grand Rapids, MI
$14-20/hr • 12 yrs exp
As a caring and experienced childcare professional with over a decade of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My friendly and patient nature allows me to connect easily with children of all ages. I believe in fostering a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive and explore...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kent City, MI
Alissa E.
5.0
She was lovely and handled bedtime with our little baby well!
- Sarah R.
Angela H.
5.0
Angie was great with our 9 year old special needs child. She was always very attentive to her needs. She was reliable and always on time. I would highly recommend her.
- Jill C.
Jessalynn O.
5.0
Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She is willing to go above and beyond and do whatever you need. I highly recommend Jessa for anyone looking for a dependable and loving caretaker.
- Jennifer C.
Kate H.
5.0
Kate is amazing with kids! We have three children (ages 3, 5, 7) who've had very little interaction with sitters for the past two years due to the pandemic. Kate engaged with them immediately- through games and art projects she proactively brought/thought of on her own. My kids always have so much...
- Stephanie W.
Cassie B.
5.0
I highly recommend Cassie! Our son, now 10 years old, is autistic and at a level 2 support. Cassie was his nanny beginning in September 2020. The expertise that she provided made all of our lives better, and I'm not exaggerating. She has been through hundreds of different scenarios as a caregiver...
- Rebecca S.
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