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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Utica, MI

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Utica, MI

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Meagan M.


Utica, MI

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

Caring And Respectful Sitter

4.0

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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Meagan. I am an extremely dedicated, fun, and disciplined babysitter that has been babysitting since I was 16. I have 3 years working in school age childcare at Utica Community Schools and have gained further experience working as an assistant teacher at a preschool academy (1-12). I feel I am caring and can offer...
Meagan can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Meagan has been incredible with the two boys and is always bringing a positive clean energy to the house! During the return to work, our childcare needs have fluctuated and Meagan has been able to work on our time needs and has been always prompt! 2 thumbs...

Enrique K.

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Judi P.


Utica, MI

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible Adult Baby Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Judi and I'm a mother of two grown children and I reside in Shelby Twp. I've been a part-time nanny for 4 families over the past 7 years and have super enjoyed everyone of them. I am experienced in caring for newborn, special needs and twin children. I also have homeschool/tutoring experience. I have 2 degrees...
Judi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We have been so incredibly blessed to have Judi as our nanny. She is caring - thoughtful- positive - energetic- punctual- dependable- and has become a part of our family. She is willing to do whatever asked and takes initiative to do things that she isn't asked. My...

Tiffany D.

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Tammy L.


Utica, MI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Friendly Outgoing, Good Listener Senior Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a positive and energetic mother of 8 and grandmother to three grandchildren. I have 2 special needs Young Adults and my eldest brother (55+) who is also special needs that I have guardianship over. I shower, shave and help to brush their teeth and other daily grooming needs as well as doing their Medication Management /...
Tammy can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"One of the kindest and most caring people I’ve ever met! Knows how to get the job done while also taking into consideration peoples emotions and feelings. "

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Cathy W.


Utica, MI

$11-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider - Experienced - Occasional Or One Or Two Days Weekly

I have experience with children and adults with emotional and physical disabilities. I am extremely compassionate for mental retardation and down syndrome individuals due to the fact I have a brother who is slightly mentally retarded and I have looked after him for years. I currently work part-time at St. John Hospital and have...
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Deanna B.


Utica, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver

I am a retired bus driver, I drove for utica community schools for 25 years and half of that time was driving for special needs children of all ages from 2 1/2 thru 25 years of age I also took them on field trips and walked around and helped guiding them thru activities on my noon route
Hi! My name is Heidi. It's been a joy having the experience of working with children throughout the years. I've always had a growing passion for working with children and it's only gotten stronger. I love bringing them joy and happiness into their daily lives! I previously was an assistant teacher in preschool for 2 years and as...
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Tammy L.


Utica, MI

$20-36/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, Easy Going, Reliable Care Giver.

Im a positive and energetic mother of 8 and grandmother of 3. I have 2 special needs young adults (my children), plus my eldest brother who is special needs and I have guardianship over. I shower, shave help brush teeth as well as other daily needs. I have over 20+ years working with special needs personnel. I can provide...
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Chelsey B.


Utica, MI

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am confident I possess the combination of care giving expertise and personality traits you are seeking in a Caregiver. I've assisted past clients with daily living activities such as getting out of bed, toileting, showering, getting dressed, and other duties as needed. I am able to physically handle the work load and I also...
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Nina S.


Utica, MI

$20-35/hr1 yrs exp

I am passionate about nurturing and educating children, with extensive experience working with preschool and elementary school-aged children, including those with special needs. My background has equipped me with the skills to create inclusive, engaging learning environments that cater to diverse needs. I am CPR and First Aid...
Nina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Jennifer D.


Utica, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing career nanny- experienced with children aged newborn to 12. Silly, creative, child-focused caregiver. SEEKING a part-time position, available early mornings M-F, until 11 a.m. EDUCATION: Bachelor's in ElemEd, Reading/Language Arts & Early Childhood Ed. PROFESSIONAL HISTORY *Long-Term FT nanny 3 kiddos: newborn-9yrs...
Jennifer can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Delia C.


Utica, MI

$18-50/hr4 yrs exp

Perfect Sitter

I have plenty of experience as a para educator for special needs children and substitute teacher in classrooms. I've been an educator at summer special needs programs and have babysat for multiple families with multiple kids whose ages range from still being swaddled to graduating to middle school.
Delia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Heidi D.


Utica, MI

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Kind Hearted, Fun And Loving Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Heidi. It's been a joy having the experience of working with children throughout the years. I've always had a growing passion for working with children, and it's only gotten stronger. I love bringing them joy and happiness into their daily lives! I previously was an assistant teacher in preschool for 2 years and...
Heidi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

I have babysat twin boys age 3 I have babysat a 1 yr old, 4-year-old and 7-year-old with special needs I worked in a special needs class in 6th grade I volunteered at a non profit with special needs children I worked in my church nursery with children birth-2 years old
Skills:

CPR

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Kimberly M.


Utica, MI

$19-30/hr4 yrs exp

Senior Care Companion

I have a background in recreation Therapy. I currently work as a substitute teacher mostly with Children with special needs. I was a stay at home mother for 15 years and did meals on wheels where I spend time with seniors in there homes visiting with them for hours after my shift. I am an experienced cook having taken courses at...
Kimberly can also help with: Errands, hospice services, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
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Deborah V.


Utica, MI

$11-20/hr8 yrs exp

Passionate Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My time over the past eight years has been spent working closely with a special needs client from pre-teen to adulthood. I worked very closely with both the client and his family, carefully teaching him and helping him grow in a normal day-to-day environment. During that time I was also taking care of my late father, who was ill...
Deborah can also help with: Respite care, personal care
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Joyce E.


Utica, MI

< $10/hr

Professional, Caring Healthcare Worker

Retired Registered Nurse who also ran a Care program for people going through Divorce or Grief from loss of a loved one. Currently care for a Special Needs brother at home. 30+ years in healthcare and 10 + years in Information Technology. Love working with the elderly and assisting them in staying in their home.
My name is Alec. I am a active catholic who is decerning religious life with in the catholic church. I am taking courses in a certificate in Catholic theology at sacred heart major seminary in Detroit. While decerning my Vocation in the Catholic church... I am looking for work to fill in my schedule gaps which is meaningful...

Alec O.


Utica, MI

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

Well Over the past couple of years since graduating high school. I have become fond of The special needs community and our aging population of adults. Both need help and assistance to have a dignified life and have the opportunity to be able to live a normal life as others or continue to live one. I love seeing people light up...
Alec can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
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Dawn S.


Sterling Heights, MI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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, errands, respite care, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"She does an amazing cleaning n care for me n all her clients! She goes above n beyond n very professional as well. She cares for your well-being, and does awesome job in anything she takes on. I would definitely hire her again and again ❤️"

Care member

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Alyssa C.


Clinton Township, MI

$11-15/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've worked with special need clients to take care of them, reach goals, and build a close relationship. Challenging children aren't an issue for me. I've dealt with very tough cases and was able to successfully have a good relationship with the client. I have a huge heart for children, and love finding ways to interact and...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alyssa is the most caring, compassionate, health care professional my wife and I have ever worked with. She is always on time, does what she says she is going to do, and goes above and beyond our expectations. We feel so blessed to be working with her."

Robert G.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Utica, MI

Meagan M.

5.0

Meagan has been incredible with the two boys and is always bringing a positive clean energy to the house! During the return to work, our childcare needs have fluctuated and Meagan has been able to work on our time needs and has been always prompt! 2 thumbs way up!

- Enrique K.

Judi P.

5.0

We have been so incredibly blessed to have Judi as our nanny. She is caring - thoughtful- positive - energetic- punctual- dependable- and has become a part of our family. She is willing to do whatever asked and takes initiative to do things that she isn't asked. My kids absolutely adore her and we...

- Tiffany D.

Tammy L.

5.0

To let others know how wonderful she is as a caregiver

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Dawn S.

5.0

She does an amazing cleaning n care for me n all her clients! She goes above n beyond n very professional as well. She cares for your well-being, and does awesome job in anything she takes on. I would definitely hire her again and again ❤️

- Care member

Alyssa C.

5.0

Alyssa is the most caring, compassionate, health care professional my wife and I have ever worked with. She is always on time, does what she says she is going to do, and goes above and beyond our expectations. We feel so blessed to be working with her.

- Robert G.

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Ratings for Utica, MI special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Utica, MI are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.