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Taylor M.


Saint Joseph, MI

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Professional And Fun

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- I am a paraprofessional for a special needs school in berrien county MI school district I have been employed by them for two years I am Therapeutic Crisis Intervention certified this entails Preventing crises from occurring De-escalating potential crises Managing acute crisis phases Learning constructive ways to handle...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I have always had a passion for working with the elderly and special populations. I have a true desire to love and care for my clients. I have worked in assisted living, as a resident's assistant in the past, provided home care and personal aid in living centers, and I am currently working as a cardiac rehab therapist/exercise...
My name is mackenzie! I'm 23 years old and used to be a preschool teacher for 3 years. I have worked with children and teens with many complications, whether it be asthma, diabetes, amputees, etc. I have also worked with people who have autism or mental illness. I am CPR trained and First aid certified.
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Tiffany R.


Berrien Springs, MI

$18-19/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi my name is Tiffany most people call me Tiff. I've been working with children ever since I was a little girl. When I was a senior in high school I worked along the side of children with disabilities and I really enjoyed it. I truly enjoy all children they bring so much joy into my life. I'd like to continue my education and...
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Samantha R.


Benton Harbor, MI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been a caregiver for children from newborns to teenagers, for the past 11 years. As a teen, I spent 3 summers as a counselor at a day camp for campers between 4 and 12 years of age. I have spent much time with children with special needs and have been trained to work with children with autism. I have also tutored students...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Samantha is - well - amazing. She has been taking care of our teen daughter with Autism Spectrum Disorder, is non-verbal, and requires personal care. Samantha has made a difference in our daughter's life. They appear to be friends - which is amazing. Samantha...

Cali G.

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Allie Z.


Stevensville, MI

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Allie! I am a nanny currently and now looking for babysitting jobs for parents who need a Friday date night or any other occasion! I started working with kids when I was around 12. I have been around children all my life with younger siblings/ foster siblings and learning from my mom how to nurture children of...
Allie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Allie was always patient and gentle with our two toddlers."

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Connie H.


Berrien Springs, MI

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Reliable, Caring And Loving Person

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a middle-aged lady who has raised three wonderful children, I am a loving, patient, compassionate person who works hard on the job. I am great at housework. I love playing, teaching, reading and doing various activities outside and in the home. I love animals so I welcome working among pets in your home. I Have been trained...
Connie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Connie was our nanny for 2 years, caring daily for our sons (2.5 years old) and twin infants (5 months old). She has been such a gift to our family. We were looking for someone who would be an extension of our family and we found that in her. If I had to describe...

Kristina F.

I adore working with children and I believe the more love and support a child gets, the more they thrive. I will provide your child with the care and patience they deserve. I am willing to learn any skill that's needed for the job if I don't already have it. A little about me: I have worked with many families as a baby sitter...
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Katie I.


Bridgman, MI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Reliable Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have always loved children and have been working in childcare centers and private homes, with all ages for over 10 years. Recently I completed my Bachelor's degree in psychology. I have cared for children with extra needs, as well as multiple children at once comfortably. I have a 13-year-old son and have been divorced a few...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have been a caregiver for individuals from newborns to 102, for the past 11 years. I have spent much time with children with special needs and have been trained to work with children with autism. I have cared for a young adult with ASD intermittently for the past 5 years, as well as having a brother on the spectrum. I am a...
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Jaumark P.


Berrien Springs, MI

$30/hr3 yrs exp

Blessed With The Gift Of Care.

I'd describe my personality as calm, compassionate, patient, resourceful, simple but knowledgeable. I care for people with special needs because the love of God for them dwells in me. I have exceptional feedback from the nursing homes I've worked. I'm looking for a special needs client that gives me the opportunity to earn...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with mentally disabled adults for over 10 years, including working in a group home setting, as well as Adult day care settings.
My name is Adeline, i'm 20 years old, graduated high school in 2022 and have been taking care of kids pretty much my whole life. From my siblings when I was young, I started getting paid babysitting jobs around 13 years old until about 18yrs old and i've worked with kids all ages 0-13. I then got a job working as a behavior...
Adeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Summer H.


Three Oaks, MI

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 7 years of experience with all ages from 0-16-year-olds. I have experience with special needs children of all ages. I am able to put together a daily fun educational schedule or follow an already planned schedule, I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping and pet care.
Summer can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Summer cared for my 4 yr old and 1 yr old boys for just under one year's time. We moved away from the area, otherwise we would not be with someone else. She is absolutely wonderful. Punctual, flexible, dependable. The kids LOVE her and she always took great care of...

Carly R.

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Kim C.


Niles, MI

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny And Mother

I have nearly 30 years experience working with children. I was previously a nanny to 4 children for 10 years. Spent many years as a veterinary assistant and zookeeper. And went back to working with children. I was a lead preschool teacher for 7 years. I am now a paraprofessional in special education, and hope to retire in this...
Kim can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kimberly B.


Watervliet, MI

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! It is a pleasure to meet you. I have been caring for people all my life. I started babysitting when I was 9 years old as well as caring for my Grandmother at a young age. I am a Social Worker by profession working with children as well as elderly and people with special needs as well. I currently care for 1 elderly...
Kimberly can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, respite care, errands, light cleaning
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Chloe F.


Niles, MI

$12-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Chloe! I'm Excited To Get Back Into Child Care And Pursue Something I Enjoy.

I'd describe my personality as creative, responsible and, caring. I started working with kids when I was 14 years old professionally, before that I'd watch family members kids. In my spare time, I like to play video games, work on creative projects and stay up to date with current global events One thing you should know...
Hi everyone, my name is Antoinette. I just graduated with my doctorate in Occupational Therapy in April and will be taking the summer to work and study for boards. I'm responsible, kind, and compassionate and have a wide range of experience from working in the school system and outpatient pediatrics to assisted living facilities...
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Paula H.


Buchanan, MI

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

I have 20 years experience working at school with special needs children. I have worked in grades preschool through 4th as a special education assistant. I have also worked with general education students with reading and writing. I love working one on one with children! At this time, I am available on Saturdays only, as I take...
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Kristin C.


Niles, MI

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part/Full-time Babysitter and Housekeeper

I'm 27 yrs old. Newly married with a 6-year-old. I've been around children of all ages my whole life. I used to watch a 6 yr old and a newborn at the age of 15 over the summer. I did the cleaning, cooking, and laundry as well. I have 5 younger siblings from the ages of 7-12 yrs old which I usually end up watching for my parents....
Kristin can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Saint Joseph, MI

Samantha R.

5.0

Samantha is - well - amazing. She has been taking care of our teen daughter with Autism Spectrum Disorder, is non-verbal, and requires personal care. Samantha has made a difference in our daughter's life. They appear to be friends - which is amazing. Samantha is sweet, caring, loving, honest,...

- Cali G.

Allie Z.

5.0

Allie was always patient and gentle with our two toddlers.

- Care member

Connie H.

5.0

Connie was everything I could have asked for in someone taking care of my little guy. She made transitioning back to work so much easier knowing someone I trusted was there to take care of him. She is loving and attentive and my little guy loved her. Additionally, as first time parents, it was...

- Kristen W.

Summer H.

5.0

Summer cared for my 4 yr old and 1 yr old boys for just under one year's time. We moved away from the area, otherwise we would not be with someone else. She is absolutely wonderful. Punctual, flexible, dependable. The kids LOVE her and she always took great care of them and they played hard! She...

- Carly R.

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