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Amanda N.
Sparta, MI
$20-30/hr
I have 10 years of experience as a nanny and babysitter. I can help with full house keeping (if children are old enough to occupy themselves for periods of time for me to clean - 5+ years residential cleaning experience) and Laundry. I am a loving 38 yr old who is unable to have children, so I have always lived vicariously...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a childcare provider that has had about four years of paid experience, with about eight years of unpaid/unofficial experience.
I have been a nanny for two different families, only leaving the job when they moved or the child went on to school. Overall, I had the chance to nanny for about two years altogether. I...
Madelyn F.
Conklin, MI
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a freshman in college :) I have worked at a daycare for 4 years and babysat / nannied for about 6 years! I love children of all ages, and I have experience with ages newborn-13 years old :) I also have experience with children with health issues / special needs. I am looking forward to meeting your kids and you!...
Madelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is Jessica, and I am looking to help families when needed with childcare. I have two children (6 and 1), with one of them being special needs. I have experience in all age ranges, and I am very hands on with both of my children. I am also a nurse tech at a children's Emergency Department, so I am trained in BLS and...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children all my life. I babysat, taught school, did daycare and did therapy for children with autism. I have 4 girls of my own that I love to pieces! I love working with children and helping them learn new and exciting things.
I have done ABA over the last 5 years. I have worked with individuals with disabilities over the last 10 years, providing CLS, ABA, respite, foster care, case management, and teaching. I love helping kids meet their full potential.
Cecilia C.
Comstock Park, MI
$10-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello!
I am currently a senior at Northern Michigan University majoring in Sports Science (Pre-Physical Therapy). I have babysat a teenager with special needs for the past four years and absolutely love it! I am CPR/First Aid certified along with experience in lifeguarding. I enjoy spending time doing outdoor activities,...
Cecilia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Delaney H.
Grand Rapids, MI
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Fun-loving Babysitter Willing To Work Around Schedules
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I started off babysitting for family and friends at about 13 years old and since then I have expanded to anyone in need of a caregiver. I have experience working at a daycare center where I was an assistant teacher for children 3 to 4 years old. At the daycare I enjoyed helping the children with crafts, reading, and...
Delaney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We interviewed Delaney for a full-time nanny position for our two girls. She showed up to the interview on-time and did a great job. We asked questions around her top 3 responsibilities as a nanny, what she considers a healthy meal, and how she handles discipline...
Annie M.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm an experienced and dedicated individual with a passion for providing quality care to children. With a 5 year background as a 6th grade teacher and and a bachelor's degree in elementary and special education, I bring a wealth of knowledge and understanding to childcare. As the oldest of 7 siblings, I have honed my...
Savannah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Came with activities and great energy! Kids loved her! "
Kristi K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a positive and energetic person who adores kids. I am the proud "Fun Aunt" to my beautiful 3-year-old Niece and my firecracker 6-year-old Nephew. I graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Speech Language Pathology. Not only did I grow up as the (go to) babysitter on my street for 15+ years, I am...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kate is wonderful! She actually reached out to our family through Care.com after seeing a post about our need for help with remote learning when school closed due to COVID-19. I'm so glad she did! She was great with our two girls, who were in 2nd and 4th grade at...
Elissa H.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
CURRENTLY OFFERING:
Day time appointments
Date night
**Hourly minimum: $21/hr.
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ABOUT ME:
30-years-old.
Social Worker.
Grand Valley State University alumni.
GVSU Grad student.
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EXPERIENCE:
Build-A-Bear Workshop
Elementary Team Lead at Boys & Girls Club
Bashor Children's Home (Residential)
Wedgwood Christian Services...
Kate can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kate is amazing with kids! We have three children (ages 3, 5, 7) who've had very little interaction with sitters for the past two years due to the pandemic. Kate engaged with them immediately- through games and art projects she proactively brought/thought of on...
Stephanie W.
Kimberly T.
Rockford, MI
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kim, or Miss Kim as my current nannied kiddos call me. I am 26 years old and have been watching children since I was 11. I started my first regular babysitting job for a special needs baby at 16. I worked as a nanny for a few months before my former boss opened a daycare, I worked there for about 4. 5 years. I then...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Kim was on-time, friendly, and great with my two kids. We will definitely be contacting her to babysit again!"
Grace B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am so excited to be on your potential list for a summer nanny! I am a 2022 College graduate and am currently teaching special education at the elementary level ! I am currently looking for a summer nannying position after the school year (early June) until I have to head back to my classroom (early-mid August). I have...
Maddie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maddie helped us out last minute and did a great job with our kids. Very friendly and reliable!"
Douglas B.
5.0
(1)
I have been babysitting for the past 9 years. My experience goes past just babysitting. I also worked as a before/after school care giver for 5 years in a private christian school. In addition to that I was also a Preschool aid for the two years following my graduation from High school. I have experience with children with...
Jessalynn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She is willing to go above and beyond and do whatever you need. I highly recommend Jessa for anyone looking for a dependable and...
Jennifer C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in child care since I was 13 years old. I have worked with all ages ranging from newborns to teenagers. I have spent a lot of time working with special needs children too. I am currently a resident at Nemours Children's Hospital and I enjoy babysitting in my free time. I'd be a great fit if you were looking...
Alissa can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She was lovely and handled bedtime with our little baby well!"
Sarah R.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I love children of all ages. I have watched children from newborns to the age of 13. I also have experience with special needs children. I love being around children, they keep me up to date with the world. I am also competitive, so if your children like to race or play video games, let's do it! (I always let them win). I love...
Charvella can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Charvella is a very sweet and caring person. She was very dependable and consistently communicated daily! She worked very well with the kids and made them feel safe and comfortable in her care. She is very attentive, and detail oriented as well. I would definitely...
Sylvia F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Riley & I just recently relocated back to my hometown of GR after living in Metro Detroit for the past two year. I work as a pediatric speech and language pathologist by day, however am trying to find weekend/date night work!
A little bit about my experience: I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 15, I am...
Riley can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Riley watched our almost 3 year old and 3 month old while my husband and I went to dinner. When we returned, my 3 year old did not want her to leave. We highly recommend Riley!"
Mary N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced with ADHD, Autism and other social, communication and learning challenges. There is always a way to move through with love, compassion and grace.
Pain Resilience and Trauma Informed Yoga/movement Specialist.
Certified in Neuro-linguistic and Neuro-Semantics Coach, Release Emotional Trauma, Educate on how to...
Ashley R.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm Ashley and I have seven plus years experience working with individuals of varying needs and disabilities. I've been hired for special events as well as regular care.
5.0
"Ashley has been an amazing caregiver for my wheelchair bound Aunt who has cognitive disability and early onset dementia. She has been an asset and miracle worker to our family and Aunt. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
As a Foster parent and mother I gained experience with Autism, ADHD, ADD and Sensory integration. As a Nanny I gained experience with a G tube, a seizure plan, OT, PT, ST for limited mobility, blindness, cognitive and hearing impairment.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sparta, MI
Delaney H.
5.0
We interviewed Delaney for a full-time nanny position for our two girls. She showed up to the interview on-time and did a great job. We asked questions around her top 3 responsibilities as a nanny, what she considers a healthy meal, and how she handles discipline with children in her care. She...
- Annie M.
Savannah G.
5.0
Came with activities and great energy! Kids loved her!
- Kristi K.
Katherine S.
5.0
Kate is wonderful! She actually reached out to our family through Care.com after seeing a post about our need for help with remote learning when school closed due to COVID-19. I'm so glad she did! She was great with our two girls, who were in 2nd and 4th grade at the time. She was energetic, caring...
- Elissa H.
Kate H.
5.0
Kate is amazing with kids! We have three children (ages 3, 5, 7) who've had very little interaction with sitters for the past two years due to the pandemic. Kate engaged with them immediately- through games and art projects she proactively brought/thought of on her own. My kids always have so much...
- Stephanie W.
Kimberly T.
5.0
Kim was on-time, friendly, and great with my two kids. We will definitely be contacting her to babysit again!
- Grace B.
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