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Sarah W.


Taylor, MI

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Sarah and I currently work as a Behavior Technician. My goal as a technician is to help my clients achieve their goals in a positive and safe environment. I'm currently working towards earning my bachelors in ABA studies. People would describe me as energetic and compassionate. I'd love to meet new faces and...
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Lauren D.


Melvindale, MI

$15-20/hr

Available Always

hi! my names lauren, I worked for a bus company for special needs children. Also raising my sister who is on the spectrum, I am very loving, caring, and available for anything. I love caring for children and everyone, it feels like such a reward.
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Imelda P.


Lincoln Park, MI

$11-15/hr

Mother With A Big Heart And You Can Trust.

My name is Aimee, and I have my own experience as a mother of two daughters (17 and 19 years old). My passion and favorites are dancing, singing, cooking, baking and cleaning. I love teaching the kids to sing and dance and with my interactive DVDs, the kids will love it. Playing outside with the kids is a lot of fun and even a...
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Maddy K.


Taylor, MI

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Maddy, Childcare Worker

I am a 23-year-old woman, with around 5 years of experience in childcare. I started working as an ABA therapist at 18, then moved onto early childhood development, and have experience in an autism specific classroom in an elementary school. I have also personally nannied for multiple families! I love working with children and...
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Madison G.


Trenton, MI

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

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I'm a older toddler teacher, so when I'm not available I'm with them. I work with a class of 12 kiddos so I'm very familiar with looking after more than one kiddo. To keep up with state licensing I'm constantly taking trainings to further my knowledge. I previously was an aba therapist, so I'm familiar with the unique needs of...
Hi there! I want to introduce myself and share a bit about me. The first thing you should know is my passion for people! I've spent most of my life surrounded by those with special needs. I have 5 years of respite care experience, and have great relationships with each family. I volunteered for Special Olympics for 10+ years...
Brittanna can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lydia P.


Detroit, MI

$15-20/hr

Special Needs

I have experience with respite care with a child who has cerebral palsy and uses a G-tube. I also have experience with children who have autism and use an ACC device for communication. I also have experience with wheelchairs. I have some experience with ABA, but I may need guidance in that. I have had first aid training, which...

Taniya G.


Taylor, MI

$16/hr2 yrs exp

Funny And Patient Sitter.

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I am Taniya G. Im 23 years old, and enjoy working with children from all backgrounds. My past experience starts from being "the family babysitter" starting off watching my younger cousins and nephew. Then, my first ever job was being a bus attendant for a school company. Picked up a lot of experience juggling more than 10+...
Taniya can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She follows through and is trustworthy. My kid said she was very nice, too!"

Rose W.

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Amanda L.


Southgate, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny (Monday-Friday)

Hi there! My name is Amanda. I have been working with kids for 10+ years. I enjoy watching kids learn and grow and helping them to recognize their gifts and abilities and how to utilize them and helping them become who they were created to be. I also have worked with special needs children as well. I have been a nanny for a...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Carmen B.


Trenton, MI

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Medical Assistant

For 20 plus years, I've been caring for Clients with disabilities my job entailed of medication assistance, feeding, assist with bathroom, dressin & bathing. I enjoy helping them with their homework, giving them healthy snacks, meals. preps., going outside when it's nice. I'm very patient, loving and caring.

Samantha S.


Taylor, MI

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Samantha. I come from a huge family and have been babysitting for as long as I can remember. I am a mom of two little girls (ages 1 & 3). I worked as a teachers aide for 10 years so I have a lot of experience with special needs children as well. Looking forward to meeting more new little ones I can have a...
Being a teacher, I've worked with many children with ASD, ADD, and ADHD throughout the years. I also just six graduate credits short of a Learning Disablities endorsement.
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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:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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

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Sarah B.


Detroit, MI

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Evening/Weekend Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As the oldest of 5 kids, and aunt to 12 I have been caring for children since I was very young. During my teen years I often cared for friends, and family's children from 1 child, up to 10 at times. During my adults years I have worked: -2 years as the primary nanny for a family. The children were 4, and 8 months. -5 summers as...
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Reliable and dependable. Good with my kids. Would hire again. "

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Jamie G.


Grosse Pointe, MI

$32-47/hr10 yrs exp

Assistance

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Are you seeking a compassionate and highly skilled assistant to support your family's unique needs? Look no further! With a rich background in psychology and extensive experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) specializing in geriatrics and children, I offer a holistic approach to caregiving. Whether you're dealing with...
5.0
"My daughter had a great time with Jamie and asked for her to come back!"

Sierra S.

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Nicole H.


Canton, MI

$19-25/hr3 yrs exp

Available To Nanny Or Babysit!

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I really have fun working and playing with kids! I have worked in several different childcare experiences. I have worked with kids in an after-school program, day care, church nursery, and summer camps. I have also worked with special needs kids at Therapeutic Riding and Soccer. I worked one on one with kids with disabilities at...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Nicole was so great with my kids- she was incredibly attentive, gentle and so very kind. As part of her duties, she made breakfast and lunch for both kids, handled laundry and clean up. She was even great with our fur baby- taking him on walks with the kids! I had...

Katie T.

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Julie M.


Detroit, MI

$22/hr5 yrs exp

A New Type Of Caregiver...

I've been a full time mother, caregiver, of a special needs child for 21 years. I am a Nationally certified Medical assistant for 12 years, when covid hit I was a semester from receiving my nursing license. unfortunately due to injury, I'm unable to continue with that path in life. I'd describe my personality as empathetic,...
Julie can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"My sister had hired Julie to take care of my father when he went into hospice. She was very caring, attentive and advocated for my father. She made sure that he was clean, medication was given on time and had food/water when he was hungry/thirsty. She kept...

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Madeline B.


Oak Park, MI

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Anytime

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Recent college grad, I have been watching kids for over 15 years. I have worked in a daycare with children ranging ages 2-7. I can change diapers. I babysit on a regular basis for my 6 neighbor kids ranging from Newborn-12. I have First aid training and I am CPR certified. I was in a peer buddy program for children with autism...
Madeline can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Madeline was a wonderful nanny for our young girls. It warmed my heart when the girls would run to give her hugs everyday. She provided a safe, fun, structured environment for my children to thrive in. As parents, she made it easier to walk out the door to go to...

Carrie S.

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Latia M.


Ferndale, MI

$11-50/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Latia. I have 9 years experience with assisting special needs care and home health care. With the experience I have picked up along the way, it makes it really natural and fun for me to work with individuals with special needs. I am a great companion, who happens to enjoy what I do. I am always positive. Very...
5.0
"Tia is very sweet, kind, and works to engage my brother in law, who has special needs, in activities that interest him. My mother in law was hesitant to hire a caregiver to help out with her son, and she has felt very comfortable with Tia and has been able to get...

Cynthia M.

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Abigail B.


Belleville, MI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Recent BEd Graduate And Mother Of A Special Needs Child, Seeking Part Time Employment!

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I've had the joy of working with children for over 10+ years, in school and professionally. I graduated with Highest Honors from Michigan State University in May 2023 with a Bachelor's in Education (Elementary Y5-6th, Language Arts) and plan to pursue a Master's in education. I'm also a mom to a wonderful autistic 7-year-old boy...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Abigail is a very gentle and loving person. She took great care of my baby and spent a lot of time playing with and reading to him. I appreciated the effort she took to take him on walks and on outings to the park and museums. She is reliable and responsive, as...

Audrey M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Riverview, MI

Taniya G.

5.0

She follows through and is trustworthy. My kid said she was very nice, too!

- Rose W.

Shaylynn C.

5.0

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

- Care member

Sarah B.

5.0

She is super nice and do very gooddd job.she take care my kids is very good and be careful.I like her allot

- Care member

Jamie G.

5.0

My daughter had a great time with Jamie and asked for her to come back!

- Sierra S.

Nicole H.

5.0

My 3 and 1.5 year old loved "Miss Cole" as they called her! She watched them when our nanny needed the week off and she was wonderful, the immediately took to her. No tears like usual, no sadness when I went upstairs for work. I heard them downstairs playing and having fun and playing games. I'm...

- Geoff K.

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