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Find special needs caregivers in Portage, MI that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Portage, MI

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Portage, MI

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Elizabeth C.


Kalamazoo, MI

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

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I have a Masters Degree within the field of Behavior Analysis and have been providing ABA therapy to those with a variety of developmental disabilities for 5 years. My experience is primarily with children under the age of 10 although I have also worked with teenagers.
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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Angel M.


Kalamazoo, MI

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a caregiver for special needs individuals, I provide compassionate, personalized support to empower others in their daily lives. I have passion in this line of work, I'm patient & always looking forward to see how I can help enhance the quality of life of those who I come by.

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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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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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Kallen S.


Kalamazoo, MI

$22-32/hr10 yrs exp

Week, Date Night, And Weekend Availability

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am fully vaccinated and boosted. Currently available for date nights and weekends, and midday errands. I'm open to overnight weekend care as well. I am a dedicated nanny with over 17 years of experience. I am reliable, assertive, capable, fun, smart, energetic, and strong. I have extensive experience with infants,...
Kallen can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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

First Aid

CPR

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Sydney R.


Kalamazoo, MI

$14-22/hr

Looking To Learn & Leading With Kindness

Hello, I'm Sydney! I have experience caring for children and am looking to expand my skills in caring for those with special needs. In high school I spent time assisting peers with special needs in a classroom setting through our peer to peer program; I am eager to develop my skills through more formal training so that I can...
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Grace A.


Kalamazoo, MI

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hey, I'm Grace! I have 6 years of experience. I can help with crafts, homework and carpooling. I'm a Musical Theatre Performance major and American Sign Language Studies minor at Western Michigan University. I am also pursuing a degree in Special Education. I've been teaching dance to young kids for 8 years and have extensive...
I am a medical assistant and a Nationally Registered and licensed EMT (NREMT) in the state of Michigan. I have experience with special needs and emotionally challenged children and adults.
Carrie can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep
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Brittany F.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Companion, Care Giver, Tutor, And More

Having worked in the public school systems I have gained experience with working with those who have behavioral, cognitive and emotional impairments. I've been able to help these individuals by building a relationship with them to learn who they are as a person as well as learning more about their conditions. I'm passionate...
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Melina E.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

High Tech Aide/Scheduler

I have ample experience caring for individuals with traumatic injuries. I have worked in the health care field for 17 years.
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Alyson M.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

I am a very kind, loving, and compassionate person. I worked as a behavior technician and love helping others. My goal is to become a Speech Language Pathologist focusing on individuals with special needs.
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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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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, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
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Gretchen J.


Kalamazoo, MI

$20/hr20 yrs exp

Gretchen J.-educator & Friend!

I am a long-term substitute teacher, with nearly 25 years of experience in the public school system, both in typical & special needs classrooms. In addition, I have a masters degree in therapeutic horsemanship, & have a lesson program with my two lovely & gentle horses. I am very creative, love to do anything outdoors, & find...
Gretchen can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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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: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

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Brooke L.


Kalamazoo, MI

$11-25/hr1 yrs exp

I currently work at Western Michigan University Center for Disability Services. I work as a direct care professional for adults with developmental disabilities. I have worked with individuals who have all different functioning levels. I am currently med trained which means I am able to administer medications to individuals. I...
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Leah M.


Kalamazoo, MI

$16-20/hr4 yrs exp

I'm currently a certified Registered Behavioral Therapist. I currently work with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. I have worked with infants to 15 years old. I have prior experience with childcare for years.
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Emma O.


Kalamazoo, MI

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Great Nanny And Loves Cleaning!

I started working for my mother at her in home daycare as soon as I could and started babysitting for families date nights as young as 12 years old at their homes. I then went on to babysit several families a week for a few years in high school. Once I graduated I found a family in my neighborhood that needed a nanny, and I...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Ratings for Portage, MI special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Portage, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.