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Special needs caregivers in Mattawan, MI

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Jamie L.


Richland, MI

$24-50/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Of 6 Years, Available Tuesday, Thursday, And Weekends

5.0

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Hello! My name is Jamie and I am 22. I'm currently based out of Lakewood CO, and I'm looking to change my job back to nannying after being a full time aesthetician for 3 years. I am friendly, adventurous, caring and I have about 6 years of babysitting/ nannying experiences. I absolutely love working with kids! I have worked with...
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Mary K.


Galesburg, MI

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 25 years experience in special needs children/adult and elderly care. I am CNA certified. Most recently have worked for Hospice. I provide personal care in accordance with the care plan provided. Cares including but not limited to: Bed bath, tub or shower, check and clean nails, performs skin care, oral hygiene including...
Mary can also help with: Home modification, personal care, dementia, hospice services, respite care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Mary helps take care of my 82 year old mother who has dementia and incontinence. Mary does a wonderful job. She sees to the overall well being of my mother ranging from light housework, laundry, cooking, medications, and showers. Mary is caring, trustworthy,...

Tamera M.

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Mary K.


Galesburg, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

3.0

(2)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have experience in special needs children/adult and elderly care. I am a previous CNA. I provide personal care in accordance with the care plan provided. Care including but not limited to bed bath, tub or shower, check and clean nails, performs skin care, oral hygiene including denture care, dressing, toileting and elimination...
5.0
"Mary was an exceptional and very careing hospice worker who worked for one of my residents I my ad home. I had the privilege of getting to know her and to watch her with her patient in my home. She was always wonderful with him even though he could try your...

Deb C.

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Valerie O.


Portage, MI

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & 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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Joelle D.


Kalamazoo, MI

$18/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello everyone!! My name is Joelle and I am about to graduate at WMU with a major in Acting (so I am the BEST at playing make believe). I am extremely qualified to babysit/nanny: 10 years of babysitting and 6 of nannying, I have worked with up to 5 kids in the same household ranging from ages infant- 15!! (I also have a lot of...
Joelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Joelle is very kind and loves playing with my kids. They always look forward to when she's coming over next!"

Francesca S.

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: Errands, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning
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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Brooke L.


Kalamazoo, MI

$10-25/hr1 yrs exp

I currently work at Western Michigan University Center for Disability Services. I work as a direct care professional for adults with developmental disabilities. I have worked with individuals who have all different functioning levels. I am currently med trained which means I am able to administer medications to individuals. I...
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Kaylin R.


Kalamazoo, MI

$10-50/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
Thank you for considering me in your search. I have worked in the STARR program at my high school where general education students get to work with special education students. I have also work as a in home care giver and worked I a group home for special needs adults. If you have any questions please let me know.
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Carielle H.


Marcellus, MI

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Mom Of Twins

Hey! I am a reliable and compassionate caregiver with dual focus on providing high-quality care to both children and elderly individuals. With over 6 years of experience being a twin mom, 3 years of experience with client care, including special needs children and 10 years of experience in elderly care. I am skilled at creating...
Carielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kallen S.


Kalamazoo, MI

$24-38/hr6 yrs exp

Weeknight And Weekend Help

I am a neurodivergent caregiver specializing in caring for others with special needs. I have over 15 years of childcare experience with several children with SPD//ADHD/ASD and mental health challenges.
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Kallen S.


Kalamazoo, MI

$22-32/hr10 yrs exp

Week, Date Night, And Weekend Availability

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am fully vaccinated and boosted. Currently available for date nights and weekends, and midday errands. I'm open to overnight weekend care as well. I am a dedicated nanny with over 17 years of experience. I am reliable, assertive, capable, fun, smart, energetic, and strong. I have extensive experience with infants,...
Kallen can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sarah C.


Bangor, MI

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Compassionate

I have 10+ years in caring for adults with disabilities as well as 2+ years in working 1:1 with children. I have a current RBT certificate and have experience in the field. I love to help others and to see them happy.
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Sarah C.


Bangor, MI

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a 25yr old mother of 2 young children. I work full time in an adult foster care dealing with a wide variety of disabilities. I've been through a CNA course and have my CPR and first aid certifications. I truly enjoy helping other in any way that I can. Family is important and I believe in treating others loved ones like my...
Sarah can also help with: Dementia, personal care
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Sydney R.


Kalamazoo, MI

$14-22/hr

Looking To Learn & Leading With Kindness

Hello, I'm Sydney! I have experience caring for children and am looking to expand my skills in caring for those with special needs. In high school I spent time assisting peers with special needs in a classroom setting through our peer to peer program; I am eager to develop my skills through more formal training so that I can...
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Samantha M.


Portage, MI

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hard Working, Educated, Family Care Provider

Educated mama llama of two teenage girls here :) Family is everything to me! I am an experienced child care provider that has worked with kids of all ages and abilities, including special needs. With my degree in education and my life experience in of raising my two girls, I will be a great fit for you and your family!
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mattawan, MI

Mary K.

5.0

Mary was a joy to work with and very flexible with appointment times. She is very personable and caring. I would definitely hire her again.

- Kathy A.

Mary K.

5.0

Mary was an exceptional and very careing hospice worker who worked for one of my residents I my ad home. I had the privilege of getting to know her and to watch her with her patient in my home. She was always wonderful with him even though he could try your patients on a regular basis. I would...

- Deb C.

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.

Joelle D.

5.0

Joelle is very kind and loves playing with my kids. They always look forward to when she's coming over next!

- Francesca S.

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