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Brittany C.


South Lyon, MI

$26/hr5 yrs exp

Years Of Experience Working In Special Education In School System

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Hi there. I am a theatre professional who also has a background in special education, working with ADHD, ASD, CI, SXI, cerebral palsy and EI students. I loved working with this population and enjoy continuing to do so while I work in the theatre industry in Michigan.
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Ethan C.


South Lyon, MI

$15-20/hr

A Birghton 4th Grade Teacher Looking To Help Out A Family

I am a certified K12 speical education teacher who has worked with students K-12 my. I have a lot of experience of working with students in wheel chairs and many other learning differences.
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Sofia D.


South Lyon, MI

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Sofia, and I'm an energetic and patient 24-year-old! My undergraduate degree is in Psychology, and I'm saving up for my PsyD to become a Child Psychologist. My favorite age groups are infants and toddlers, but I have experience with babysitting and tutoring infants through undergraduate college students. I'm...
Hi, i'm kaylei! I have a strong love for helping out others and making their day. I have been in a program all throughout high school to help those with disabilities and love doing so. I am also comfortable with pets and have a way of transportation. I am finishing up my last year of school so times would need to be sometime...
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Morgan H.


South Lyon, MI

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

High Acuity Specialty

My name is Morgan and I have been caring for high acuity medical need individuals for over 15 years. I have worked in many different settings such as homes, hospitals, medical offices, schools, assisted living, memory care, hospice, and more. I am detail-oriented, highly driven to promote progress and quality of life, and very...
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Michelle D.


South Lyon, MI

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

I have been watching children more than half of my life. I was born into a large Italian family- taking turns watching and caring for all of my cousins since I was 10. I am now 50 and have 3 fabulous children of my own. I am comfortable caring for any age. I like to keep children busy playing outside and with crafts. I love...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Danielle P.


South Lyon, MI

$22-26/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an energetic mom of 2. I have always loved to work with children, the elderly, and those with special needs. I am a very positive person with a cheery disposition. I love to laugh. I am very dependable, honest, organized, easy going, and I take direction well. I love to help others.
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kymber S.


South Lyon, MI

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am Kymber, I am 23 years old. I have experienced with taking care, baby sitting, and tutoring kids for the 4 past years. I have experience taking care of kids with special needs, more specifically autism and mobility disorder. I enjoy babysitting sitting because I like taking care of kids, seeing their personalities,...
Kymber can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
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Katie W.


South Lyon, MI

$20-22/hr4 yrs exp

About Me!

Hello! I'm Katie and I'm 19 years old. I am currently attending school at NMU with a major in a neuroscience. I have been working with kids for around 4 years now, both babysitting and teaching swim lessons. I work with kids ages 6 months to 16 years, and I also have experience working with kids that have special needs. I...
Katie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Danielle P.


South Lyon, MI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I am a very trustworthy, reliable, detail oriented, caring, gentle mom of 2 looking to help care for you or your loved one. I have worked in special needs for over 15 years and did senior care as well. I love to help others whether it's cooking, cleaning, shopping/errands, appointments, companionship, or just getting out for a...
Danielle can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
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Jackie S.


Whitmore Lake, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Jackie. I'm a very confident person, very detail oriented and I love to help families through my work. I worked as a bus attendant for 10+ years with the Dearborn area schools. I have worked with all different ages, as well as special needs children. It was a very challenging job experience, but I loved it and...
Jackie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jackie was our nanny to our little boy for 1 year. I would recommend her to anyone looking for someone to care and love your child like their own. Our son adored her and they always had so much fun together. He had some special needs after he was first born and she...

Emily T.

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Madison W.


Brighton, MI

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

3.5

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

A year ago I graduated with my bachelors in Psychology. Throughout college I worked as an ABA Technician working with kids on the spectrum. In August of this year, I accepted a position as the Program Coordinator at Friendship Circle in West Bloomfield. Friendship Circle is a non-profit organization who services and helps build...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Madison was a great sitter and my girls loved her. She was super easy to work with, schedule and pay. I would certainly hire her again!"

Stacy D.

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Laura D.


Plymouth, MI

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Very Nice Lady Who Loves Caring For Kids And Pets

Hi there, I've been a nurse for over 20 yr. Perhaps because I don't have children of my own, I think that may be why I'm so fascinated by them. Every day is a chance for them to learn something new and to be there and watch is (usually) a lot of fun! (usually).. Now having mashed potatoes thrown in my hair, well if it makes baby...
4.0
"Laura comes to work and is punctual. She has a good work ethic. Laura is kind, patient, and reliable."

Cheryl F.

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Lydia H.


Ann Arbor, MI

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a graduate from Ball State University where I studied Child Development. I have had over 12 years of experience working with children; including multiple children at a time, infant care, and I have worked with children with special needs. After college I worked part-time for a company where I engaged with children ages 2-5...
Lydia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lydia cared for our 3 month old son while we were in Indianapolis for a volleyball tournament. Being from out of town, we were hesitant about getting childcare from a stranger but Lydia was absolutely phenomenal. From the moment we first spoke over the phone, she...

Rachell B.

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Isabella W.


Northville, MI

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

Belle From Northville, Mi

I have 3 years of experience in a nursery. I also have experience with my siblings ranging from the ages of 4-15 years old, also have taken care of my special needs sister. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry.
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Madison W.


Brighton, MI

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Looking For Full-Time

In high school, I worked in two special need classrooms and helped out in a PE class. In the past, I have also volunteered at Camp for 2 summer now. I was a camp counselor with a special needs adult. The second summer, I jumped around from camper to camper.
Hi! I'm Shannah! I'm a super smiley college student currently home on a gap year. I have over three years of experience and I love to stay busy! I'm looking to make some extra money and gain some new experiences. Over the past four years, I've got to experience many different areas of child care. For a year and a half, I've...
Hello, Currently, I work at a daycare center caring for four infants at a time. I am looking to get away from some unreliable and uncaring coworkers. I am looking for a long-term nanny share in the Dexter Schools area. I am CPR and first aid trained. I have experience with special needs as well as medications, including...
Hilery can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Nex G.


Ann Arbor, MI

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Young Scholar

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently attending the University of Michigan for psychology with the intent to pursue a career in pediatric therapy. I love working with children and have grown to miss it while here at the University. I have worked with children who are 16 and under (all the way down to newborn). I have worked with up to 6 children at a...
Nex can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
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Erin R.


Novi, MI

$18-50/hr4 yrs exp

Open Availability Caregiver

I have 4 years experience working with mentally disabled clients plus 5 years of working with elderly clients all including providing companionship and assisting with activities of daily living

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in South Lyon, MI

Jackie S.

5.0

Jackie was our nanny to our little boy for 1 year. I would recommend her to anyone looking for someone to care and love your child like their own. Our son adored her and they always had so much fun together. He had some special needs after he was first born and she was confident in anything we...

- Emily T.

Madison W.

5.0

Madison was a great sitter and my girls loved her. She was super easy to work with, schedule and pay. I would certainly hire her again!

- Stacy D.

Laura D.

4.0

Laura comes to work and is punctual. She has a good work ethic. Laura is kind, patient, and reliable.

- Cheryl F.

Lydia H.

5.0

Lydia cared for our 3 month old son while we were in Indianapolis for a volleyball tournament. Being from out of town, we were hesitant about getting childcare from a stranger but Lydia was absolutely phenomenal. From the moment we first spoke over the phone, she put my mind at ease and seeing how...

- Rachell B.

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