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Debra L.


Kingsley, MI

$20-40/hr4 yrs exp

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I currently work as a teacher assistant for Northwest Education Services in the ASD center based program. I have worked in this position for 4+ years, although my first introduction to Autism is when my son was given the label at 2 1/2 years old. He is now 14 years old. I also worked for approximately 6 months at North Arrow ABA...
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Heather M.


Buckley, MI

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Private Caregiver

I am kind and compassionate in whatever I may be doing. I love pets and people. I am a mother of seven, three of which had special needs.
Heather can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Morgan M.


Traverse City, MI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love kids and have been helping care for them for as long as I can remember. I was a direct care worker in a group home, working with adults who have special needs while in college. I have also nannied for a few different families amongst various recreation and office jobs. I look forward to meeting you and would really love...
Morgan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Morgan was an amazing baby sitter and we could not be any more happier. Our child absolutely loves her. She was very gently with our infant and always took great care and she made sure it was her highest priority. She always goes the extra mile to make sure she...

Atheesh S.

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Julie F.


Traverse City, MI

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Very Experienced Care Giver For Seniors Or Special Needs Individuals

I have over 25 years of care in individual homes, assisted living homes, group homes and with agencies. I Can provide a wide variety of personalized help for senior citizens and/or people with special needs. I can provide a broad range of home healthcare, aftercare, rehab, wound care, eldercare, chore services, bath aid and...
Julie can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Julie F.


Traverse City, MI

$25-32/hr10 yrs exp

Very Experienced Providing Care For Developmentally Disabled & Mentally Ill People

I have worked for people with special needs in group homes and through agencies. I help with ADL's, transporting, feeding, bathing, etc. I am very caring, professional & reliable.
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Mariah D.


Traverse City, MI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time

I am 32 years old. I have a 5-year-old son. I have been caring for children from newborns up to adults with special needs. It is a passion of mine to work with children, as well as watch them grow and develop. I have my associates degree in Early Childhood Development, and my Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education....
Mariah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Mariah has watched my 2 children on numerous occasions. She’s attentive, fun, and responsible. She is so great about playing with the kids and doing activities. Mariah has her own transportation which is a must for us and she gives us regular updates when caring...

Kasey P.

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Skie M.


Traverse City, MI

$12-25/hr5 yrs exp

Cmh And Cna Certified

1.0

(1)

I have experience with clients with Down syndrome, autism, dementia/Alzheimer's, ADD/ADHD, mental health.
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Amanda R.


Traverse City, MI

$14-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full-Time Nanny/Sitter

6+ years of nanny and babysitting experience. Caring for newborns to 12-year-olds. Also experience caring for kids and adults with special needs, as I have a younger sister with Down Syndrome. My mom owns and runs a daycare from home so I am CPR, First Aide and Blood Born Pathogen trained and certified.
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jessica R.


Traverse City, MI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Nanny With 10+ Years Experience

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I grew up in a family with young siblings which started my love for childcare that carried over into babysitting as a teenager and working briefly with a non profit after high school that worked with youth. I have worked with many families over the past decade both for short term and years at a time. The ages of care have ranged...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi, my name is Jorja and I have 6+ years of experience working with children of all ages. I believe in creating a fun, stimulating, and safe environment for children to thrive. I'm particularly skilled at helping children with their social and emotional needs. I also have experience working with special needs. I'm looking...
Jorja can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

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Danielle I.


Williamsburg, MI

$17-20/hr8 yrs exp

Fun And Friendly Sitter

Hi my name is Danielle, I have 8 years of experience with children. I received my associate degree in Early Childhood Education from Ferris State University. I currently am a lead toddler teacher at a daycare and have worked at many other daycares in the last 8 years. I am CPR/First Aid certified and have experience with special...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

I've been babysitting since I was in high school and have experience with all ages, special needs, and up to five children at a time. I value empathy and meeting the child where they are at. In my spare time, I like to get outside as much as the weather permits! Definitely a lake girl but also happy in the woods. I can get...
Ellie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Amanda R.


Traverse City, MI

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Special Needs Provider with 6+ years of experience caring for infants to adults. Volunteer for State Special Olympics and local Special Olympics. I have a younger sister with Special Needs.
I am 32 years old. I have my associates degree in Early Childhood Development, and my Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. While attending college, I worked with children and adults with special needs (private in home care), as well as worked in an adult foster care home. Duties included; meal preparation/cooking,...
Mariah can also help with: Meal prep, errands, respite care, light cleaning

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Helen I have cared for kids of all ages. My first job was as a nanny to a 6-month-old. I still am in touch with her family as she prepares for high school graduation! I lived in NYC for 6. 5 years, during the pandemic I was a Forest School teacher, where playing was the number 1 goal! The 10 kids I was...
Helen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ella C.


Traverse City, MI

$18-30/hr

Ella Extraordinaire

Hi, I'm Ella! I have 5 years of child care experience and I have two younger siblings one with special needs who I have assisted in caring for. I am a patient person who loves spending time with kids. I have worked with a range of ages from newborns to teens. I have assisted with online schooling and tutoring. I enjoy working on...
Ella can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Jessica C.


Traverse City, MI

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Responsible Nanny Looking To Help

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I have experience with special needs children and am trained in first aid. I love encouraging creativity through art and outdoor time. I look forward to hearing from you!
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Willing to work any hours on Friday, Saturday and Sundays. Over nights included. I have over 10 years of experience working with adults in different kinds of settings.
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Regan E.


Interlochen, MI

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Would Love to Help!

I helped take care of my grandmother for many years. I took care of my grandpa when hospice came into the picture. I had another in home heath position taking care of a woman who was paralyzed. I am a very compassionate, patient, loving, and understanding person. I love to help people. I have also helped take care of two people...

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