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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Plymouth, MI

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Plymouth, MI

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Laura D.


Plymouth, MI

$11-25/hr10 yrs exp

Very Nice Lady Who Loves Caring For Kids And Pets

4.0

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Hi there, I've been a nurse for over 20 yr. Perhaps because I don't have children of my own, I think that may be why I'm so fascinated by them. Every day is a chance for them to learn something new and to be there and watch is (usually) a lot of fun! (usually).. Now having mashed potatoes thrown in my hair, well if it makes baby...
4.0
"Laura comes to work and is punctual. She has a good work ethic. Laura is kind, patient, and reliable."

Cheryl F.

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Macy H.


Plymouth, MI

$20-35/hr1 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

Hi! I'm Macy, a full-time nanny and former Registered Behavior Tech. (RBT), currently finishing my bachelors degree in psychology as I work towards becoming a BCBA. I have great experience working with younger children with developmental disabilities such as autism. I have a big heart and would love to help your child express...
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Kali W.


Plymouth, MI

$18-28/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kali. I have always had a passion for taking care of kids and for working with children who have special needs. I am a soon to be pediatric nurse! I am responsible, respectful, outgoing, playful, and love to help children grow and thrive!
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Caroline S.


Plymouth, MI

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

I have experience as a program assistant for an adult day program that provides services for adults over the age of 26 with a variety of disabilities, such as autism and Down syndrome. I also have experience as an activity assistant at a skilled nursing facility where I worked with many individuals with physical disabilities, as...
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Ashley A.


Plymouth, MI

$17-28/hr8 yrs exp

Caring And Enthusiastic Sitter

I have babysat/nannied for eight-plus years. I have also worked in multiple special education classrooms from elementary to high school. I have worked as a behavior interventionist providing ABA therapy and interned. I am also planning on going to graduate school to get my degree in Occupational Therapy. My dream is to open a...
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Ashley Y.


Plymouth, MI

$11-15/hr2 yrs exp

5 Years Experience With Autism

One of the kids I cared for was severe and the other was highly functioning. I am a very fast learner so I can adapt easily to the needs of your loved one.
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Kali W.


Plymouth, MI

$11-15/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I adore working with children. I have a lot of experience working with kids. I have worked at Lifetime Fitness in their Childcare facility. I have worked at People's Church Preschool for the past three years in the Toddler Room and have done various babysitting jobs on the side. I also have a sister with Down Syndrome and my mom...
Kali can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Allison M.


Plymouth, MI

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I'm an energetic mom with two kids of my own and 10+ years of nanny and babysitting experience. I love doing crafts, playing games, being outside and cooking with the kids. I'm comfortable with all ages and learning abilities having watched up to 6 kids at once, ages 2 months to 13 years old. I also have experience with special...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Avery K.


Plymouth, MI

$12-17/hr5 yrs exp

Avery K

Hello! I'm Avery, a college student home for the summer looking for sitter or part-time nanny jobs until I move back in the fall. I have 5 years of babysitting and 3 summers of full-time nannying under my belt (though closer to 11 years if you count my special needs big sister duties!) that includes experience with babies,...
Avery can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Bailey K.


Plymouth, MI

$11-15/hr3 yrs exp

Willing And Comfortable With A Variety Of Special Needs Care

Due to my area of study in college, I am extremely familiar with special needs children and very comfortable working with them. I have experience working one on one with; a 2-year-old moderately autistic 5-year-old, a severely autistic, non-verbal 13-year-old, as well as 2 children with severe cerebral palsy, who were non-verbal...

Diana A.


Plymouth, MI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver Looking Part-Time Work

I have over 30 years of experience in this field. I have worked with all types of individuals, providing various services depending on the needs of the person or persons. I am caring, patient, knowledgeable, reliable and compassionate.

Hailley D.


Plymouth, MI

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Seeking Temporary Nanny Family

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 13 years old. I have experience with children of all ages, including experience with children with special needs. I encourage the teaching of basic sign language and I also have experience with physical and occupational therapies, as well as medication administration. I enjoy the...
Hailley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Shaylynn C.


Westland, MI

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 57-year-old mother of two grown sons, one who has special needs. I have three dogs and love all animals. I am reliable, trustworthy, patient, and kind. I love all things to do with crafts. I have tons of experience with children and can't wait to meet yours!
Shaylynn can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"She's fun, caring, and engages the kids in play. "

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Lydia H.


Ann Arbor, MI

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a graduate from Ball State University where I studied Child Development. I have had over 12 years of experience working with children; including multiple children at a time, infant care, and I have worked with children with special needs. After college I worked part-time for a company where I engaged with children ages 2-5...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Lydia cared for our 3 month old son while we were in Indianapolis for a volleyball tournament. Being from out of town, we were hesitant about getting childcare from a stranger but Lydia was absolutely phenomenal. From the moment we first spoke over the phone, she...

Rachell B.

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Crystal C.


Ypsilanti, MI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Mature & Experienced Educator/ Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

First and foremost I am a degreed and certified educator. Children are the core of my passion, but that also spills over into caring for adults and the elderly. As the daughter of an occupational therapist and care facility owner I grew up the notion that we are all created with unique and special differences. That notion...
5.0
"Crystal arrived early, she asked questions prior to our visit so she was familiar with what H. needed and was able to meet the need. She was a breathe of fresh air and I would HIGHLY Recommend her and will use her again in the future!"

Phylicia R.

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Macey C.


Farmington, MI

$23-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hey!! My Name Is Macey

Hi! My name is Macey and I'm 20 years old. My bf and I just recently moved to Farmington Hills, as I got accepted to be the Head Coach for the Northville Varsity Pom Team! I am looking for a long term position, 30+ hours within surrounding areas. My availability is Monday through Friday (till 530pm). I have 6+ years of...
Macey can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We love Macey! It's always scary as a parent trusting someone else to care for and love on your baby, but when Macey watches my 9 month old daughter I am totally at ease. She is always on time, keeps things tidy, communicates throughout the day with how my daughter...

Care member

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Michaela C.


Westland, MI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Sitter!

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have 12 years of experience with kids of all ages, infants through teenagers. I am vaccinated against COVID-19. I'm an aunt to 4 kids, ages 9-19. I have experience with special needs, particularly Down Syndrome and Autism. I have experience with multiples (twins, triplets, quadruplets), including at infant's age. I also have...
Michaela can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Michaela came through for us last minute and was punctual and flexible and great with our little boy. Would definitely rehire"

Brianna H.

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Shaylynn C.


Westland, MI

$20/hr8 yrs exp

57 Year Old, With Experienced Child Care.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have raised two sons, one with special needs. I own three dogs of my own, I love all animals. I love to garden, read and craft. I am a child care giver.
Shaylynn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Shaylynn arrived on time and the visit went very well! Would hire her again."

Care member

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Patricia G.


Northville, MI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Well There's Nothing I Like Better Than Having Children Around

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Pat I have been a professional Nanny for over 15 years. Four amazing children of my own, I would love grandchildren some day. Teach early learning communication skills to reduce frustration between parent and child. Also increases IQ. Art degree, CPR certified and special needs. Fitness enthusiast. And so much...
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

4.0
"I interviewed Pat to care for my two boys. She came to the house, made references available and returned all of my messages in a timely manner. I enjoyed meeting her and felt she had a wonderful personality I would have loved to hire to care for my family. My needs...

Jackie B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Plymouth, MI

Laura D.

4.0

Laura comes to work and is punctual. She has a good work ethic. Laura is kind, patient, and reliable.

- Cheryl F.

Shaylynn C.

5.0

Shaylynn was very patient and caring with my daughter. She was very engaging.

- Care member

Lydia H.

5.0

Lydia cared for our 3 month old son while we were in Indianapolis for a volleyball tournament. Being from out of town, we were hesitant about getting childcare from a stranger but Lydia was absolutely phenomenal. From the moment we first spoke over the phone, she put my mind at ease and seeing how...

- Rachell B.

Crystal C.

5.0

Nothing but great things to say about Crystal. She was polite, personable, & punctual. We held a small dinner party to celebrate our 29th anniversary and wanted someone to serve the food and clean up after we eat. Crystal understood the assignment! She followed the instructions perfectly and...

- Blonnie T.

Macey C.

5.0

Macey was great with my kids! She was always timely, and communicative during the day. I always felt comfortable leaving my children with her, she would be on the floor playing with them before we even left. I always came home to a tidy house, which is most appreciated :) I would recommend her to...

- Care member

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