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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lake Orion, MI

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 2 years

Special needs caregivers in Lake Orion, MI

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Theresa W.


Lake Orion, MI

$25/hr2 yrs exp

High School Special Needs Experience

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with Special needs in the classroom and as a Job Coach. I enjoy working with Special Needs
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Brooke K.


Lake Orion, MI

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I started my journey in special education when I was a senior in high school. I volunteered in an elementary P. O. H. I classroom. After this experience, I decided I wanted to further my journey in the field of special education. I graduated from Michigan State with a bachelor's degree in special education. I'm currently in my...
I work as a behavior technician doing ABA therapy with children who have autism. I have always known I wanted to be in a career that allowed me to work with children, so I was super excited when I learned more about applied behavior analysis (ABA) and got into the field. It is so rewarding watching the kiddos I work with grow...
Hi my name is Jadin, I have not cared for anyone with special needs before bit would love to learn! I am CPR certified and can travel if need be!
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Angel C.


Lake Orion, MI

$13-20/hr4 yrs exp

My Name is Angel and I have been working in child care for 4 years now. I enjoy working with infants. I worked with all ages. and with special need. I am CPR certified, and First Aid Certified. I'm excited to meet a new family. I'm fun, funny and love dance parties. I like structure and organization.
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Sarah T.


Lake Orion, MI

$12-25/hr

Sassy Support Sarah

I'm the middle child of 3 siblings and have been babysitting since I was 12 here and there. I also worked with a completely nonverbal autistic girl for two years and loved every part of it. I'm a people pleaser that is happy to help.
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Samantha C.


Lake Orion, MI

$11-20/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny/babysitter

When I first started babysitting, I would pick up a 5-year-old from school in the morning and watch him until his mom got off of work, sometimes I would pick up his older siblings and watch them as well. I help out in the nursery at my church, teach 1st/2nd graders at my church, and help in the fours and fives classroom. I also...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kayleigh M.


Lake Orion, MI

$11-15/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Crafts and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I've had experience with high functioning special needs kids. I've have experience with pets. I'm 14 years old
Kayleigh can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Olivia S.


Lake Orion, MI

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

1.0

(2)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Olivia and I am 22 years old, I have a lot of experience including working at a school taking care of infants and I have nannied for children between the ages 0-11 years old. I have experience working with children with special needs, including autism and non-verbal children. I love caring for children and hope to...
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Mary R.


Waterford, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Patience And Empathy

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am comfortable with hoyer lifts, wheel chair transfer, patient positioning to avoid bed sores, showering, oral and perennial care. I have cared for hospice patients and individuals with various special needs. I have experience with seizure disorders, head injuries, ALS and Parkinsons patients.
Mary can also help with: Mobility assistance, specialized care, personal care, companionship, hospice services, respite care & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Mary has very unique Caregiver qualifications. When we met her, she was just coming off of caring for another ALS patient. We hired Mary to care for my buddy D, who battled ALS for over 2 years. Mary worked over 50 hours per week supporting D & often...

Mike M.

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Kenya S.


Pontiac, MI

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 4 adult children and 4 grandchildren 2 of my children have special needs I love caring for children It truly brings me joy. I'm not done mothering yet.
Kenya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kenya has a great and patient personality. My kids loved her. I needed her for short-term trip but I wouldn't hesitate to hire her again."

Carla A.

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Brandy M.


Auburn Hills, MI

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of care experience including mental health. Specializing in escalations and redirection.
5.0
"My brother needed complex care following a serious accident resulting in need of expert rehabilitation care - transfer from bed to chair, toileting, relearning to walk, PT exercises. She managed to provide expert professional care, very quickly establishing trust...

Valentina H.

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Peiton M.


Pontiac, MI

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Peiton. I am 21 years old and located in Bloomfield Hills. I am looking for a new full time childcare position. I have loads of experience which can be shown both on my resume. I am looking for a long term position with a family that I can grow with that is paid through payroll, along with a contract. I work M-TH,...
Peiton can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Peiton is great! My boys love her! She is kind, caring, and trustworthy! Highest Recommendations!"

Sofia K.

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Shironda R.


Pontiac, MI

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/Full Time Caregiver (Special Needs Experience)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Below is my experience: I am a full time nanny who loves children and would only give the best care and attention to your little one(s). Care includes dressing, bathing, and preparing meals as well as homework help and enrichment. Light cleaning as it relates to the child's care, pick ups/drop offs and errands. I have also...
5.0
"Shironda did a great job with my autistic twin boys! Not at all intimidated! And two non-verbal twin boys can be just that! Would hire again."

Victoria C.

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Natalie M.


Rochester, MI

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Great And Professional Worker

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Welcome to my page, my name is Natalie and I would love to assist your loved one. I am a professional, flexible, loving and caring individual but very firm, I am always on time, very clean, very responsible. Very strong medical background and many years of experience on medical field. Years of experience with TBI...
Natalie can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"I had power of attorney over my father and stepmother and was blessed when I found Natalie. It's very difficult to find someone who you can trust the care of your family to, as well as the management of much of the household. Natalie, confidently and competently...

Julie V.

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Sarah M.


Clarkston, MI

$11-20/hr4 yrs exp

Looking for a Great Family to Become Part Of

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Sarah. I was a camp counselor at SCAMP for two years in Clakston, Michigan. SCAMP is a summer camp for children with emotional and physical needs. I enjoyed working at SCAMP because the children really enjoyed being at SCAMP and doing all the different activities and field trips we did. While working at SCAMP, I...
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April L.


Oxford, MI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Profession Nanny and House Manager For Over 21 Years

I have been a professional nanny for over 21 years. I have a big heart when it comes to loving and taking care of children. I still keep in close contact with all the children I have helped raise to young adults. I have worked with children of all ages and some with special needs. I hope I will be a good fit for your family.
April can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Hire her !! She worked for my family for 10 years. She loves my children like they were her own. She does not just sit in front of the TV with them like a lot of nannies or babysitters. She takes them to baseball games, the zoo, the pool. Very hands- on. Very...

Jennifer L.

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Sabrina S.


Pontiac, MI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

MORC Training With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have several years giving care to individuals with mental and or physical needs. I have completed MORC training with reoccurring updates. My experience has come from working with individuals with special needs from the school setting, group homes, and family homes.
5.0
"I needed someone to provide transportation to and from and accompany to the hospital for a minor outpatient surgical procedure. Sabrina did an outstanding job of communicating with me and was incredibly warm and supportive. I would welcome the opportunity to hire...

Wendi J.

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Margareta I.


Waterford, MI

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Vibes, Experienced With TBI Patients

Hi! I am a very positive, happy vibration that families love to have around. My experience starts over 10 years ago and includes care for toddlers, children, and adults with special needs (specifically traumatic brain injury and autism). I am extremely flexible and can accommodate almost any request. Can assist with dressing,...
Margareta can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Margareta is so loving and was wonderful with my boys. They still ask for her! She did tons of activities, was proactive and high energy to always keep them entertained and trying new things they liked. A wonderful nanny, wish she was still local to help us....

Lauren D.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lake Orion, MI

Mary R.

5.0

Mary has very unique Caregiver qualifications. When we met her, she was just coming off of caring for another ALS patient. We hired Mary to care for my buddy D, who battled ALS for over 2 years. Mary worked over 50 hours per week supporting D & often modified her schedule to fit our...

- Mike M.

Kenya S.

5.0

Words won't even begin to describe how blessed I am to have Kenya come into our life and into our home. She's been beyond a blessing that I could of ever prayed for and feel as though, I owe her so much more. She has answered my prayers. I was nervous about how my kids would warm up to a stranger...

- Larae T.

Brandy M.

5.0

My brother needed complex care following a serious accident resulting in need of expert rehabilitation care - transfer from bed to chair, toileting, relearning to walk, PT exercises. She managed to provide expert professional care, very quickly establishing trust and confidence that my brother was...

- Valentina H.

Peiton M.

5.0

Peiton is great! My boys love her! She is kind, caring, and trustworthy! Highest Recommendations!

- Sofia K.

Shironda R.

5.0

Shironda did a great job with my autistic twin boys! Not at all intimidated! And two non-verbal twin boys can be just that! Would hire again.

- Victoria C.

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