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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, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

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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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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & 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.

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Danasia R.


Benton Harbor, MI

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Im The Best!

I have been caring for children since I was 12 years old. I have been working with special needs for the past 7 years. When it comes down to caring for other people, rather they are young or old, I am the one to get the job done. I am very passionate about the work that I am capable of doing.
Danasia can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
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.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Summer H.


Three Oaks, MI

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family 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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

Hi, I'm Michaela! I'm 26 and am hoping to start nannying again. I am currently looking at positions starting spring 2025. I spent 3 years as a nanny in North Carolina and loved it but I had to move back to Michigan for family on short notice and was unable to nanny at the time. Things have settled down now and I would love the...
Michaela can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jocelyn B.


Hartford, MI

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

I have worked with children with autism for about a year. I have helped them achieve their goals and learn life skills.

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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.

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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