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Nicole M.


Marcellus, MI

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare For Your Young Kiddos

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am available for full time care starting in June could be earlier if needed I have 10+ years experience and love working with kiddos and love pets. I have been a full time nanny for a year for a family with 3 kiddos so multiple children does not matter to me. I have also worked in childcare centers as an infant teacher...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Megan K.


Vandalia, MI

$11-15/hr3 yrs exp

Caring Mom With A Passion For Special Needs.

Mom of two. Paraprofessional with 1. 5 yrs experience working in young fives classroom setting. Experience and passion for working with special needs. Experience working in the public school. Currently pursuing my degree in special education. Looking to work with a family 2-3days/wk.
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Gretchen C.


Three Rivers, MI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter .

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

10+ years childcare experience. CPR/First Aid certified. Current Registered Behavior Technician for Children with Autism. Recent graduate from University Chicago (B. S. Psychology and Human Resources). I recently did an internship at a pediatric development center where I prepared for and assisted in speech and social therapy...
Gretchen can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Megan K.


Vandalia, MI

$22-26/hr2 yrs exp

Passion/interest in working with special needs. Currently enrolled in college for special education. Worked in classroom with special needs children. Some training in autism.
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Darby K.


Schoolcraft, MI

$17-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

Hi everyone, my name is Darby! I am 24 years old, and have over 10 years experience of babysitting. I love caring for children of all ages. I have volunteered at an autism center, and have babysat children with special needs/special healthcare needs. I am flexible with any child! Over the years of babysitting, watching children...
Darby can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

I am passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. I seek to make a positive impact on their lives by fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. As a naturally patient and calm individual, I am skilled at communicating with children of all ages and abilities, ensuring that their needs are met....
Karina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Current Pediatric Behavior Technican for children with Autism. Previously interned at a Pediatric Development center and assisted in speech and social therapy for children. Experience nannying for children with different cognitive and physical impairments.
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Valerie O.


Portage, MI

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a 54-year-old mother of four, grown children and have 13 grandchildren. NON SMOKER and love pets! I recently became an "empty nester" and love kids! I would like to be able to stay locally and help families who need to work and go on much needed dates! I drove a school bus for 17 years (5 years with special needs), a former...
Valerie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Valerie helped us with infant care and was highly reliable. Once our boy was off to daycare, Valerie provided care as needed. We would recommend her and hire again."

Wes M.

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Bethany D.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I also have experience working with seniors with aging diseases. Currently work for WMU Center for Disability Services day programs.
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Devyn P.


Portage, MI

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part/Full-Time Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Devyn! I'm 21 years old and currently just working, no school. My babysitting experience started back in 2012, and is still going strong! I've worked with all ages, but I have the most experience working with ages 1-5. I love building bonds with children and their parents! I'm comfortable with transportation, meal prep,...
Devyn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Devyn is an amazing caregiver. She is always very engaged with my children. She goes above and beyond without us asking. I couldn't be more grateful for her being apart of our team!"

Jordyn P.

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Tanner P.


Portage, MI

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter, Available On Short Notice All Summer

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Tanner! I'm 25 years old and currently a graduate student at Western Michigan University working on my second master's degree in special education. My first master's degree is in Behavior Analysis and I am a BCBA. I have extensive experience working with individuals with a myriad of special needs, but most of my...
Tanner can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Tanner is outstanding. She was instrumental to our family navigating educational and health changes that called for me to reach out for help. I wish she could have joined us when we moved out of state. Any family will be happy to have Tanner looking after house...

Jennifer N.

I am a medical assistant and a Nationally Registered and licensed EMT (NREMT) in the state of Michigan. I have experience with special needs and emotionally challenged children and adults.
Carrie can also help with: Respite care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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Stephanie P.


Portage, MI

$17-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

I have previously worked in daycares as well as an autism center. I have 4 of my own kiddos. I am CPR and first aid certified. I currently work with senior citizens in their homes. I have also previously worked in adult foster care with special needs adults.
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Deanna L.


Mattawan, MI

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Reliable Caregiver For Your Children

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Deanna. I am first aid and CPR certified. I have experience both babysitting and daycare. I am also authorized to give medications should your child need it. I have worked with special needs individuals. I can meal prep and tidy up while you're busy away! I have 4 years of Nanny experience, primarily with...
Deanna can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Stephanie P.


Portage, MI

$11-15/hr

Home Health Aide

I have many years of experience in the care field, though not all professionally. I am a mama of three amazing kiddos. I have professional experience working with children as well as adults. I am currently working in an adult foster care home with adults with various mental illnesses. I am CPR and First Aide certified, as well...
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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Tanner P.


Portage, MI

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Tanner! I'm a Georgia native currently living in Michigan to pursue my Master's in behavior analysis. Prior to moving, I had 3 years of experience as a behavior technician working with children as young as 18 months up to seniors with a range of disabilities. I look forward to working with you.
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Marcia R.


Portage, MI

$15-19/hr4 yrs exp

Compassionate Person Who Has Raised Two Beautiful Adult Children

Hello! I am a professional woman, and I have raised two successful adult children. I have experience running a daycare when my children were younger, as well as having worked in the school system with special needs children. I have experience taking care of children of all ages outside of my family and within my extended family....
Marcia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi my name is Jamiese E and I have worked in early childhood for the last 6+ years. I have experience working with students with behavioral concerns, speech delays and autism spectrum disorder. I have worked with birth-6years. Specifically for developmental delays I have worked with ages 14-21.
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Sarah M.


Edwardsburg, MI

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Motivated, caring Mother of 3. I am a Special Education paraprofessional and substitute teacher in an area school district. -Patient and understanding, with a calm and gentle demeanor - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Passionate about supporting children/adults/elderly with diverse needs and abilities. -Clean...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, personal care, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Marcellus, MI

Valerie O.

5.0

Valerie helped us with infant care and was highly reliable. Once our boy was off to daycare, Valerie provided care as needed. We would recommend her and hire again.

- Wes M.

Devyn P.

5.0

Devyn is an amazing caregiver. She is always very engaged with my children. She goes above and beyond without us asking. I couldn't be more grateful for her being apart of our team!

- Jordyn P.

Tanner P.

5.0

Tanner is outstanding. She was instrumental to our family navigating educational and health changes that called for me to reach out for help. I wish she could have joined us when we moved out of state. Any family will be happy to have Tanner looking after house and home! JJN

- Jennifer N.

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