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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Richland, MI

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Richland, MI

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Tanner P.


Portage, MI

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter, Available On Short Notice All Summer

5.0

(3)

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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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & 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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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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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: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Lisa W.


Kalamazoo, MI

$11-15/hr2 yrs exp

Full-Time/Part-Time Sitter Available Immediately

3.7

(3)

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

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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.

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, respite care
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Kennedy A.


Gobles, MI

$18/hr2 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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

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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,...

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: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Jessica B.


Battle Creek, MI

$22-50/hr18 yrs exp

Flexible To Family Needs, Kind, Helpful.

I'd describe my personality as patient, curious, easy. I like caring for people with special needs because I get to learn about and explore the world from a new perspective. I'm looking for a job that fits my schedule. I started caring for people with special needs when I was 21, at an adult foster care home. In my spare...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a soon to be college graduate, I am looking for a summer position before the next school year begins. I have a degree in both elementary education and special education. I have over 5 years of babysitting experience, and have spent time in kindergarten-high school classrooms. With my background in education and experience...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Marcia R.


Portage, MI

$15-19/hr4 yrs exp

Compassionate Person Who Has Raised Two Beautiful Adult Children

Hello! I am a professional woman, and I have raised two successful adult children. I have experience running a daycare when my children were younger, as well as having worked in the school system with special needs children. I have experience taking care of children of all ages outside of my family and within my extended family....
Marcia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Dterra F.


Battle Creek, MI

$19-50/hr10 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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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.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as bubbly, outgoing, and optimistic. I like working with kids because they bring me so much joy. I believe that children can bring anyone happiness. Taking care of and teaching children is such a fulfilling time. I started working with kids when I was 12. My first ever job was watching my...
Carlee can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Zion H.


Kalamazoo, MI

$20/hr6 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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Audrey V.


Hastings, MI

$16/hr6 yrs exp

Recent Highschool Grad. Great With Kids. Lots Of Experience. Safe Driver, And CPR Certified.

I started babysitting in 2018 for multiple families. I have worked for very large families and small families with special needs children. My top 3 child care skills: I am very creative at coming up with fun ways to entertain children that involve learning and being active! I am patient and can meet any child where they are at...
Skills:

First Aid

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Claire S.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-16/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hello! My name is Claire and I would love to babysit your kids! I am a first year graduate student at WMU. I graduated from MSU with a bachelor's degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders in 2024. I have had a significant amount of experience working with children in my life including babysitting, nannying (4 years),...
Claire can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Dterra F.


Battle Creek, MI

$18-22/hr10 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: Light cleaning, respite care, errands, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care & more
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Rue M.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Creative Nanny That Loves Nature And Art!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Rue, (my legal name is Emily) and I live in Bellingham, WA with my fiance, our dog, and our cat! I am looking for a family to work 20-30 hours a week with. I have years of experience nannying children as well as working with adults with special needs. I have nannied children as young as 3 months old and love...
Rue can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Richland, MI

Tanner P.

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 and home! JJN

- Jennifer N.

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.

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.

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.

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