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Special needs caregivers in Paw Paw, MI

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Morgan D.


Paw Paw, MI

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

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I have been working in the medical field since 2014 and have been a RN since 2019. I acquired my BSN from WMU. I have experience working with dementia patients, end stage kidney, end stage liver, transplant patients, cardiac patients, general med surg and my most recent job as a home hospice nurse case manager. I have experience...
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Stephanie S.


Lawrence, MI

$16-35/hr7 yrs exp

Smile Creator

I have been in child care for over 7 years. I have worked in a preschool, as well as special needs classrooms. I also did a lot of babysitting when my schedule allowed. I grew up with a large family, on a farm, so I am well equipped for caring for children as well as your pets.
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Kennedy A.


Gobles, MI

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Love Kids And Pets

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents, I am originally from Illinois and just got accepted into WMU, I have babysat in the past. Most of my experience comes from living with my niece, she is my whole world. I love kids and am looking for part-time work while I go to school for social work. So excited to start this and I have worked with children that...
Kennedy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Lisa W.


Kalamazoo, MI

$11-15/hr2 yrs exp

Full-Time/Part-Time Sitter Available Immediately

3.0

(2)

Hello! I am a 36 yr old special needs mom of 2 located in Southwest Michigan I have working in the special education field for about 2 yrs now various positions I would love to get to know you and your family!
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Great with kids highly recommended within our family and friends."

Patrick R.

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Stephanie W.


South Haven, MI

$30-49/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Med Tec/CNA

In 97 I did Activities in a nursing home. (planned daily activities, as well as directing them.) I then became a Charge Nurse, and also got my CNA, and Med tech certifications. I have worked in many Rehabs, Nursing homes, and have also done Home Healthcare, for many years. I love taking care of people, young, old, mentally, or...
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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Prompt and on time, sweet, warm heart and caring, interactive with both of my kids. I will definitely be asking her again on a regular basis as our babysitter! Great experience overall "

Craig L.

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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: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
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.

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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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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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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Nora S.


Kalamazoo, MI

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Experienced Caregiver Available

College student available to babysit all day Tuesday and Thursday, and mornings Monday Wednesday, Friday. Very experienced with children of all ages (has been a nanny for family of 3 in the past). Also has experience working with special needs children/adults. References available upon request. Thank you, Nora
Nora can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

About me, l'm 58-year-old single young woman, I have four adult children and two perious grandsons. I have lived in South Haven, most of my life. I'm a woman of faith, which means I pray a whole lot! For the last nine years, I have been employed by VBISD schools. Bert Goens Learning Center in Lawrence, where I have had the...
Antoinette can also help with: Home modification, respite care, errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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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: Personal care, dementia
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Allison R.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15/hr2 yrs exp

About Me!

Hi! I am a current Michigan State University Student. I am studying Human Biology on a Pre-PA track. I am a certified Nurse Assistant, I have worked with special needs kids in the past, I was a summer camp counselor for a summer and have babysat before. I love being around children and have a younger sister!
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Chloe, and I would love to help with your families childcare needs. With my passion for working with kiddos along with my 8 years of extensive childcare experience, I could be a wonderful addition to your village. Some of my experience includes working in a kindergarten classroom, working in a preschool setting,...
Chloe can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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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: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Paw Paw, MI

Lisa W.

5.0

Lisa is an absolute pleasure! My girls adored her! She's funny she's sweet.. my girls enjoyed the craft projects she brought with her for each holiday! Highly recommend Lisa

- Danielle K.

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.

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.

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.

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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