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Special needs caregivers in Plainwell, MI

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Lissa D.


Plainwell, MI

$11-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Babysitter

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a mama to 2 littles, aged 3. 5 and 10 months, and have experience with children of all ages. I also have experience working with the special-needs community, including handicapped teens and autistic children. I am punctual, energetic, and understand the importance of exercise and a healthy diet for children. Reading,...
Lissa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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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

(1)

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Cathy H.


Kalamazoo, MI

$11-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Available Full-time

I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide for 25 years. In my years of working for a licensed medical agency, I have cared for many individuals, from infants to the elderly, and with various handicaps and disabilities.
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Debra K.


Otsego, MI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nurse

I am a retired nurse with experience working with pediatrics, youth, adults, and seniors with special needs. I have experience with trachiotomy care, ventilators, tube feedings. I have experience with Alzheimer's, hospice, MS, MD, closed head injuries, paralysis, down syndrome, autism, mentally challenged, Parkinson's, diabetes,...
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Lisa W.


Kalamazoo, MI

$10-15/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, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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.

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

First Aid

CPR

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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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, hospice services, dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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.

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

First Aid

CPR

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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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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Chloe C.


Battle Creek, MI

$11-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, fun, and knowledgeable. I like working with kids because they are fun and I don't have kids if my own. I started working with kids when I was 16. I worked with 2 special needs kids and a toddler after school. When I graduated high school I started working at a special needs school....
5.0
"Chloe was awesome with our crazy 2 year old girl. look forward to using her again and would definitely recommend."

Joshua T.

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & 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.

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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, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & 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.

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Mary K.


Galesburg, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

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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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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sara R.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hi my name is Sara! I graduated in the spring with my masters degree in behavior science from Western Michigan University, and recently relocated to the Richmond area for a job opportunity! While in Michigan I nannied for a family with special needs kids for ~3 years. I love being a care provider and is something I would love...
Sara can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Kaylin R.


Kalamazoo, MI

$11-50/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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
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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.
I am a teacher in with GSRP program and have 5 children of our own. I am very comfortable with children of all ages and several children at a time. I am energetic, loving, quick on my feet, and have a plethora of strategies and activities to pull from. I love to be outdoors, bake/cook, listen to music (aka-dance party), read, do...
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Alyssa W.


Kalamazoo, MI

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! have day and night time availability. I am 18 and I have 2 years of experience with all different disabilities mostly with fetal alcohol syndrome and secondary disabilities from the FAS but I also have cared for kids with autism, ADD/ADHD, depression and anxiety. I am infant-adult first aid and CPR/BLS certified. I was an...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Plainwell, 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.

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.

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.

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.

Chloe C.

5.0

Chloe was awesome with our crazy 2 year old girl. look forward to using her again and would definitely recommend.

- Joshua T.

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