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Special needs caregivers in Perry, MI

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Tracy M.


Perry, MI

$20-49/hr • 6 yrs exp

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I worked in a low functioning home through Community Mental Health for 3 years, then transferred into a lockdown unit for severe alzheimer's and dementia patients. I was a shift lead and med passer for 2 years. I also worked for an in home care company for a few years, taking care of both adults and children with handicaps both...
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Karah B.


Haslett, MI

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have a leadership position at a therapy center specializing working with kids with autism. This job is my passion and I'm looking for a little extra income and would love for that to also be doing what I love. I also have a teaching degree and certificate and have taught elementary school.
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Meghan D.


Williamston, MI

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi! I am outgoing and energetic and love being around children. I have been taking care of children for approximately 10 years, from infants to middle schoolers. I have my Bachelor's Degree from Aquinas College in elementary education and learning disabilities, and I am an 8th grade special education teacher in Howell. I am very...
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Amina B.


Lansing, MI

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a full time nanny, an evening babysitter, a camp counselor and a full time early childhood educator. I worked as a nanny for kids of all ages, some of whom had special needs (such as autism), and young adults that had both physical and mental disabilities. I also have worked as a private caretaker for the...
Amina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Amina is a professional! I have been teaching early childhood in the NYC private schools, NM public schools, and in Santa Fe's Independent schools, for for over 27 years and continue to do so. I worked with Amina, most recently, in early childhood in Santa Fe,...

Cate D.

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Jasmine T.


Okemos, MI

$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Jasmine. I am a graduate student at Michigan State University, pursuing a degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders to become a Speech-Language Pathologist. I have many years of experience providing childcare in various settings, including home, school, and volunteer programs, with a special focus on...
Jasmine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jasmine has helped care for our young child for over a year and truly has become part of the family. Our son absolutely adores her and we will miss her when we move from the area. If you are looking for an empathetic and playful provider, look no further."

Bre B.

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Theano A.


East Lansing, MI

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Fun And Compassionate Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Theano a caring 22-year-old full-time nanny with nearly four years of experience caring for children, including a 4-year-old and an 8-month-old baby. I am about to earn my degree in marketing, and I pride myself on my strong communication, time management, and multitasking skills. I'm patient, responsible, and adaptable,...
Theano can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Theano nannied my 3 year old daughter for several months and was wonderful. She was fun and patient, I felt very comfortable leaving her in Theano's care."

Courtney C.

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Cheryl P.


Howell, MI

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Having over 40 years of caring for children of all ages, safety is my utmost concern. My husband and I have 2 beautiful daughters - our oldest graduated with a master's degree in Mechanical Engineering and our youngest is currently a freshman in college. I am a fully vaccinated mom who is looking for a dependable, part time job...
5.0
"Cheryl is kind and reliable. She has a sincere interest in providing the best caregiving possible. We are blessed to have her as a caregiver for our special needs daughter. Sally C."

Sally C.

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Morgan L.


DeWitt, MI

$11-15/hr • 9 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a passion for working with kids and have been for around nine years. Through the many years, I have had experiences with many different types of kids, personalities, temperaments with some difficult situations. I have babysat kids with behavioral challenges, special needs, and various medical needs, all of which have been...
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Morgan is absolutely wonderful with our 14-month old. She is patient, calm, caring and my son adores her!"

Shannon B.

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Jenifer R.


Corunna, MI

$11-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter

3.8

(6)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am the oldest of four siblings and I have an 17-year-old special needs son and a 2-year-old daughter. I have over 25 years experience as a child care provider, babysitter, nanny, caregiver and respite care worker. I have experience with children from birth up to adulthood. I have experience with special needs and normally...
Jenifer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jenifer was among a few prospective childcare providers. She, by far, exceeded the others in communication. Very prompt in response and open to honest discussion. We did not hire her simply because we were blessed with family being able to help us out unexpectedly....

Bobbi F.

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Nicole L.


Howell, MI

$11-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 10+years of experience with children ranging in age newborn to 14. I have had CPR/First Aid training and experience caring for a special needs child. I am looking to provide child care for a family in your home or mine, also including cooking and light house chores (laundry, dishes, vacuuming). I can also provide...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nicole worked for our family for over a year. In that time, she really bonded with our daughter and always communicated well with our family. In the time she was with us, she never canceled and was never late. I never hesitated leaving the house when Nicole was...

Jennifer K.

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Kayla S.


Mason, MI

$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp

Caring Lady For Hire

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Kayla and I have about four years experience working with special needs, including at Beekman Therapeutic Riding Center where I helped kids with cognitive and social impairments. I am kind, gentle, and firm and work hard to better their lives and increase independence. I am studying to be a yoga teacher and...
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Chloe V.


East Lansing, MI

$25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Child care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Chloe and I am 21 years old. I've been babysitting since I was 11 for many children ages 6 months-12 years old. I love working with kids through volunteering and teaching, I'm currently a Senior at Michigan State University studying elementary education and child development which I'm loving so far!! I have over...
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"To whom it may concern, It is my pleasure to recommend Chloe as a childcare provider. She has cared for our 6 month old son, three times a week for the past 3 months. Chloe always arrived on time, and ready to engage with our son, with a positive attitude. Chloe...

Brianna S.

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Zoe S.


East Lansing, MI

$20/hr • 9 yrs exp

Loving, Experienced Nanny Available For Full-Time Care

I have been babysitting for almost 10 years, and I absolutely love it. To me, caring for children is less of a job and more of a blessing. It warms my heart to be able to watch kids grow and learn, and to know I've been able to be a positive influence in their life fills me with joy. I have experience with children of all ages,...
Zoe can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Zoe is a very dependable, smart, intuitive woman. She has always had a natural ability with kids, carrying around my children as if they were an extension of her arms. If we lived closer to each other she would probably be working for us and I would have the...

Heather H.

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Jessica G.


Lansing, MI

$22/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have been a caregiver for two special needs adult girls for the past two years and gained some experience with basic sign language. I am comfortable with feeding, changing, showering, and other hygiene needs. As a caregiver, I love to bring my clients out in the community and have the transportation to do so; whether that be...
5.0
"Jessie is one of the most hardworking and caring girls I've ever met. She knows her priorities and will do whatever she can to make sure shes doing the best that she can do. Working with kids is one of her strong suits. I would recommend her for any job because she...

Emma S.

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Quinn C.


Howell, MI

$21-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked with traumatic brain injuries, special needs, seniors, dementia, etc for over 20 years. I enjoy making a difference in someone's life.
Quinn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

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Maria R.


Lansing, MI

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter Available

Hi there! I have 10 years of experience in child/teen care. Throughout the years I have taken care of and advised all ages. I have worked with children who have Autism and other special needs (some medical), so I am very comfortable working with kids who have special needs as well as those who do not. My years of being a camp...
Maria can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Sofia L.


East Lansing, MI

$11/hr • 12 yrs exp

Hey! My name is Sofi, in 20 years old, and I'm a college student at Michigan State University. I have 12 years of paid childcare experience and have worked for two and a half years as a Behavioral Technician for young children on the ASD and special needs spectrum. I love working with children and am a reliable babysitter with...
Sofia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Cora K.


East Lansing, MI

$11-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Cora

I'd describe my personality as bubbly, kind, and comforting. I like working with kids because I love doing fun crafts/activities, I feel like I connect well with children, and I could never get sick of them! I'm looking for a job that has shorter hours, pays well, and is nearby me. I started working with kids when I was 14...
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Rylee B.


East Lansing, MI

$11-15/hr • 8 yrs exp

IMPORTANT: I am an out of state student and won't be back in Michigan until August 16 Hi! My name is Rylee, and I am a sophomore at Michigan State University! I am studying Special Education, and hope to one day be an ABA Therapist! A little bit about me! - I am from Pittsburgh, PA - I have 3 younger siblings (18, 16, and 15)...
Rylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sheri L.


Lansing, MI

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Sheri , I am 46 yrs old, I am a mother of four young adults & two grandchildren. I have over 17 experience with young adults , seniors with physical & mental disabilities. I also have exp with dementia.. Helping and caring for others has always been a passion of mine since ive been a little girl. I I am CPR/...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Perry, MI

Amina B.

5.0

Amina is a professional! I have been teaching early childhood in the NYC private schools, NM public schools, and in Santa Fe's Independent schools, for for over 27 years and continue to do so. I worked with Amina, most recently, in early childhood in Santa Fe, NM. Not only does Amina have a...

- Cate D.

Jasmine T.

5.0

Jasmine has helped care for our young child for over a year and truly has become part of the family. Our son absolutely adores her and we will miss her when we move from the area. If you are looking for an empathetic and playful provider, look no further.

- Bre B.

Theano A.

5.0

Theano nannied my 3 year old daughter for several months and was wonderful. She was fun and patient, I felt very comfortable leaving her in Theano's care.

- Courtney C.

Cheryl P.

5.0

Cheryl is kind and reliable. She has a sincere interest in providing the best caregiving possible. We are blessed to have her as a caregiver for our special needs daughter. Sally C.

- Sally C.

Morgan L.

5.0

Morgan is absolutely wonderful with our 14-month old. She is patient, calm, caring and my son adores her!

- Shannon B.

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