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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Portage, MI

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Portage, MI

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Emma O.


Kalamazoo, MI

$21/hr • 6 yrs exp

Great Nanny And Loves Cleaning!

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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: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jamiese E.


Kalamazoo, MI

$17/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi my name is Jamiese E and I have worked in early childhood for the last 6+ years. I have experience working with students with behavioral concerns, speech delays and autism spectrum disorder. I have worked with birth-6years. Specifically for developmental delays I have worked with ages 14-21.
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Zion H.


Kalamazoo, MI

$20-35/hr • 6 yrs exp

Nanny / Housekeeper / Senior & Developmental Delay Caregiver

Hi! My name is Zion but I go by 'Z'. I have over 10 years of experience caring for people from birth to 80yrs+ of age, including those with mental/developmental disabilities. I am a current nursing student and Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in long-term care, CCU/Med-Surg hospitals, rehab/psych centers, and CILA...
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Lucy N.


Kalamazoo, MI

$11-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hi, I am Lucy and I'm 19. I have worked with kids with developmental delays and other special needs for about a year and am very passionate about what I do. I am a sophomore with a special Education major at Western University. I have a very big heart for kids and people with special needs and I feel as if it is my calling to...
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Makayla I.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Fun, Relaxed Nanny

Hi! I'm Makayla but everyone calls me Mak. I started childcare when I was about 11 years old and have babysat all ages since then. In 2018, I was a part time nanny for three children with special needs . I did all the things - cooking, cleaning, chores, appointments, daily medication, homework help, grocery shopping, etc. After...
Makayla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Mary K.


Galesburg, MI

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

CNA

3.0

(2)

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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Mary K.


Galesburg, MI

$10-15/hr • 10 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: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, home modification, dementia
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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Jamie L.


Richland, MI

$24-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Of 6 Years, Available Tuesday, Thursday, And Weekends

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, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Gretchen C.


Three Rivers, MI

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter .

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

10+ years childcare experience. CPR/First Aid certified. Current Registered Behavior Technician for Children with Autism. Recent graduate from University Chicago (B. S. Psychology and Human Resources). I recently did an internship at a pediatric development center where I prepared for and assisted in speech and social therapy...
Gretchen can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Dterra F.


Battle Creek, MI

$19-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Empathic Caregiver

Hi my name is Dterra I have 10 years in the care giving Field, working with private families helping with Nannying / Family Assistance , dementia patients, Special needs children , Alzheimer's, Adult special care , experience with stroke care & also seizures . Medication prep , Cooking , transportation, bathing, cleaning ,...
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Kennedy A.


Gobles, MI

$18/hr • 2 yrs exp

Love Kids And Pets

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents, I am originally from Illinois and just got accepted into WMU, I have babysat in the past. Most of my experience comes from living with my niece, she is my whole world. I love kids and am looking for part-time work while I go to school for social work. So excited to start this and I have worked with children that...
Kennedy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Allison R.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15/hr • 2 yrs exp

About Me!

Hi! I am a current Michigan State University Student. I am studying Human Biology on a Pre-PA track. I am a certified Nurse Assistant, I have worked with special needs kids in the past, I was a summer camp counselor for a summer and have babysat before. I love being around children and have a younger sister!
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Alyssa W.


Kalamazoo, MI

$13-18/hr • 2 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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Lissa D.


Plainwell, MI

$11-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Babysitter

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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
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Nicole M.


Marcellus, MI

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Childcare For Your Young Kiddos

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am available Tuesdays through Thursdays starting May 1st 2025 also available on weekends if needed I have 10+ years experience and love working with kiddos and love pets. I have been a full time nanny for a year for a family with 3 kiddos so multiple children does not matter to me. I have also worked in childcare centers...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Dterra F.


Battle Creek, MI

$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nurturing & Dependable Caregiver

Hi my name is Dterra I have 10 years in the care giving Field, working with private families helping with Nannying / Family Assistance , dementia patients, Special needs children , Alzheimer's, Adult special care , experience with stroke care & also seizures . Medication prep , Cooking , transportation, bathing, cleaning ,...
Dterra can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
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Sydney S.


Battle Creek, MI

$13-18/hr • 1 yrs exp

Current RBT

As of right now I am a registered behavior technician at Lighthouse Autism Center in Kalamazoo. I give ABA therapy services to children ages 2-6, and I have experience with teenaged on the spectrum as well. I will be continuing my education to become a BCBA as well.
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Morgan D.


Paw Paw, MI

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have been working in the medical field since 2014 and have been a RN since 2019. I acquired my BSN from WMU. I have experience working with dementia patients, end stage kidney, end stage liver, transplant patients, cardiac patients, general med surg and my most recent job as a home hospice nurse case manager. I have experience...
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Corissa N.


Battle Creek, MI

$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have 10 years of experience. I work with special needs, elders, running errands, grocery shopping, childcare
Corissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Karina D.


Three Rivers, MI

$14-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

I am passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. I seek to make a positive impact on their lives by fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. As a naturally patient and calm individual, I am skilled at communicating with children of all ages and abilities, ensuring that their needs are met....
Karina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.