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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Plymouth, MI

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of April 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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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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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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

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

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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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Katrina B.


Westland, MI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have 10 years of experience working as a care giver and have enjoyed every second. I look forward to working for you and your love ones .
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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:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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...

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Michaela has watched my crew twice with another time scheduled. She has taken care of all 5 of my children at once ranging in age from 2-11 years old. She is punctual, sent photos while I was out, and is sure to give you a rundown of everything she and the kiddos...

Elizabeth O.

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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, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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

Care member

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Melissa A.


Livonia, MI

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have nannied for multiple families long term and have experience with newborns, multiples, twins, and special needs! I have 10 years of experience as a nanny and 7 years experience as a professional career nanny since obtaining a college degree. I am reliable, on time, and find myself to be pretty fun. I love spending...
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Melissa is an excellent nanny. She took care of our two girls ages 6 and 9 for the summer of 2021. We would have kept her in a heartbeat if the kids didn't have to go back to school full time in the fall. Melissa engaged them in a variety of activities so that...

Andrea S.

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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, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Phoebe S.


Canton, MI

$17-21/hr5 yrs exp

Phoebe S.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a recent college graduate in psychology, returning for my masters in social work in the fall. I am flexible with scheduling and have reliable transportation. I have been a babysitter all my life, as I am the oldest of 4 siblings. I have years of experience working with special needs individuals. My brother is on the...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Syretta H.


Westland, MI

$20-45/hr10 yrs exp

Senior And Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience caring for the Geriatric and Developmentally Disabled, Cerebral Palsy and Down Syndrome communities, as well as Dementia and Alzheimer's. I have worked as a Med Coordinator, a Head Chef, and a AFC Home Manager. I offer consistent quality care. It is my goal to provide and help maintain a quality of life for my...
5.0
"Syretta is a hard-worker. Such attention to detail. She's kind, honest, trustworthy, compassionate and one of the best in her field. Your family will be lucky to hire her, she will provide your loved one with the quality of life they so deserve! "

Christina 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.

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.

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

Michaela C.

5.0

Michaela has watched my crew twice with another time scheduled. She has taken care of all 5 of my children at once ranging in age from 2-11 years old. She is punctual, sent photos while I was out, and is sure to give you a rundown of everything she and the kiddos did.

- Elizabeth O.

Shaylynn C.

5.0

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

- Care member

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