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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Royal Oak, MI
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Royal Oak, MI
Michelle B.
Royal Oak, MI
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I am a responsible, reliable, fun and creative person looking for the right family to work with. I have over 10 years of experience working with families with special needs. I work full time as a Behavior Analyst. I looking for part-time evening and weekend work. I have my own transportation and am happy to plan fun...
Michelle B.
Royal Oak, MI
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver - Experience With Special Needs Children
Hello Families! My name is Michelle. I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with extensive experience caring for young children with a variety of unique needs. I am looking for families to work with primarily on weekends. Additionally, I am available for some over night sitting. I have spent the last 9 years working with...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Heaven A.
Detroit, MI
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have a great deal of experience babysitting and tutoring. I have worked with children with special needs such as autism, and have tutored in ESL, basic reading, writing, math, and science. Some of the activities I love to do with kids are telling stories, arts and crafts, and dance parties! I have also been extremely...
Heaven can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Heavenlee cared for my two boys for a few years, and we could not have been happier. She was always on time, high energy, and happy to work with our family. She made sure the boys were entertained, active, and most importantly, safe. I highly recommend Heavenlee to...
Monique S.
Levita C.
Detroit, MI
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Or Full Time Female Health Care Worker Caring For People With Special Needs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience providing care to adults, teenagers and children who are mentally impaired, developmentally disabled, physically disabled, down syndrome, seizure disorder, ASD, traumatic brain injury and people who have ADHD for the last 25 years. I'm WCLS and MORC trained with medication administration skills as well as CPR...
5.0
"Levita worked with a family member on daily living skills; meal planning, shopping, budgeting, cleaning , and self care. She was a great asset to our family and I would definitely contact Levita for future needs! "
Nicole R.
Lauren Z.
Clawson, MI
$20-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My names Lauren, I have taken care of children from newborns to 22 years of age, with and without special needs. I love to plan fun activities and trips to make sure all children have fun. I can cook and clean, I also have reliable transportation, making sure your child is safe and taken care of is my number one goal! All...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Just love her!! Lucky to have a great nanny for my 5 month year old daughter!"
Michelle C.
Gabby M.
Hazel Park, MI
$20-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, there! My career as a babysitter began when my first nephew (who has special needs) was born when I was just 7 years old. From this time on, I was a mommy's helper and this continued on as my sister gave me another niece and nephew. By the time I was 12 years old, I had about a dozen little cousins and my niece and nephews...
Gabby can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My girls love Gabby! She is reliable, flexible and sweet! So thankful we found her!"
Gina S.
5.0
(1)
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:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Reliable and dependable. Good with my kids. Would hire again. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have worked with special needs children from the ages 3-18 years old. My experiences include: I watched a 17-year-old boy who has the mind of a 2-year-old. I did everything for him. I have also worked with a boy with Down Syndrome, I have also volunteered in a special education school since 2011 where I worked with special...
5.0
"The fact that there was a reply was great!"
Mike C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
am an active, creative, reliable, patient, and fun caretaker for your children! I am now in my second year as a kindergarten teacher in Belleville MI.
I have had 8 years of combined education and experience with children aged 3 months to children with special needs aged 20+. I am also CPR and first aid...
Sofia can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sofia has always impressed me with her zeal for life. She is honest, very responsible, eager to be helpful. It's a blessing to know her."
Paulette T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have skills in working with special needs children/young adults with my 18 years experience as a teacher, case manager, program/behavioral consultant, etc. Over my career span, I have provided services for just about all types of disabled children and young adults.
Dawn S.
Sterling Heights, MI
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have not only had care of my special needs daughter , 24 hour care I have taken care of many of my clients parents until death ( hospice ) letter of recommendation upon request !
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, respite care, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Dawn is a very kind-hearted beautiful person who gave her all for my mom. She has a real compassion for her work.
Dawn is thorough in cleaning and organization, she is well spoken and was a great companion, helping mom with meds, dressing, appts. and gave good...
Marcie E.
Ashley C.
Berkley, MI
$12-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! I Am Compassionate, Understanding, And Up For Anything!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am extremely experienced in nannying and babysitting, as well as caregiving for a variety of ages and disabilities. I love what I do, and can guarantee your loved one will be taken care of with thoughtful care and energy. I am finishing up my BFA degree in theatre from Central Michigan University, and I am first aid, CPR, and...
Latia M.
Ferndale, MI
$11-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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
"She's very dependable, patient, and positive. We love having her around. "
DiAngelo W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 1 yr and half experience working with autistic children ages 3, 4, And 8 yr old. I did ABA therapy with them.
5.0
"I hired Brittany to care for my adult son diagnosed with autism. She was both compassionate, trained, and professional. Her experience with ABA therapy was a huge plus."
Andrea W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Cory. I have been working with the elderly, the terminally ill, & adults & children with disabilities since 2011. I have worked in many different environments including nursing facilities, hospice centers, & in clients own homes. My last place of employment was Agrace Hospice-care in Wisconsin, where I...
Cory can also help with: Personal care, companionship, hospice services, dementia, respite care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Cory took care of my husband who had brain cancer. Cory is a totally professional and competent caregiver. But more important, he is also a kind and compassionate person.
Cory was always willing to help with household chores as well, sensitive to lightening my...
Liz W.
Dorota M.
Warren, MI
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a practicing nurse for over 20 years. I believe that my previous experience as well as my passion of helping people makes me a perfect candidate for special needs children. Not only do I enjoy being with children, I especially care about children who require special care.
5.0
(1)
My name is Kim. I have over 15 years of experience caring for kids of all ages, and I love working with children more than most things in life. I have experience with a multitude of special needs, I'm highly creative, attentive, and always on time.
I am the oldest of 10, so although I have years of paid experience, I've been...
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kim was a great match for our family. I have a rambunctious toddler and a teething infant. It's important to me to have someone who is patient and trustworthy. I love Kim's gentle redirect approach to the big feelings and that she has an activity ready any day...
Suhaily F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced Hospice and Home Care Registered Nurse. I have an extensive work background with individuals affected by Traumatic Brain Injury, Stroke and Dementia. Prior experience as Program Nurse for Oakland Schools' severely and multiply impaired population (SMI/SXI) and Camp Nurse. The camp is a summer residential...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My love for what I do started with my own disabled daughter of 18 yrs. then of course my son , care for my elder parents . Finished school nursing , well rounded personality/ love all people & enjoy giving & helping more than anything
Also, have had own Cleaning business since 2001! Have had most my clients 20 plus years .
5.0
"Great caregiver. Will give 100% quality care to her client. Would highly recommend."
Sherryl O.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I have over 25 years' experience with children of all ages as well as special needs and elder care. I'm certified as a birth & postpartum doula & CPR/First Aid. I am intelligent, nurturing, creative, attentive & reliable. Solution oriented, big picture thinker. Love crafts, swimming, reading, imagination play etc. I'm an...
Carmen can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Carmen is so good with babies and such a talent in the kitchen. She is thoughtful and offers extremely valuable advice for any new mama. She has helped me out many times and I would absolutely recommend her! Truly has a good heart and would give you the shirt off...
Jaclyn G.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Royal Oak, MI
Heaven A.
5.0
Heavenlee cared for my two boys for a few years, and we could not have been happier. She was always on time, high energy, and happy to work with our family. She made sure the boys were entertained, active, and most importantly, safe. I highly recommend Heavenlee to anyone looking for a fun and...
- Monique S.
Levita C.
5.0
Levita worked with a family member on daily living skills; meal planning, shopping, budgeting, cleaning , and self care. She was a great asset to our family and I would definitely contact Levita for future needs!
- Nicole R.
Lauren Z.
5.0
Just love her!! Lucky to have a great nanny for my 5 month year old daughter!
- Michelle C.
Gabby M.
5.0
My girls love Gabby! She is reliable, flexible and sweet! So thankful we found her!
- Gina S.
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
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