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Find special needs caregivers in Walled Lake, MI that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Walled Lake, MI

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Walled Lake, MI

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Katie F.


Walled Lake, MI

$22/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Katie I just graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology at Michigan State University and I am looking for a job! The past three summers, I've spent time babysitting for multiple families with children ranging from newborns to 11-year-olds. I also had a job babysitting my best friends nephew, he is 2 years old, until...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Katie is super sweet and did a great job watching my 2 boys, I would definitely recommend her! "

Shathar C.

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Mariyam B.


Walled Lake, MI

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

I have been working with people with autism spectrum disorders since 2015. I have experience working through autism centers with a BCBA. I am a registered behavior technician (RBT). I think this field of work is especially rewarding. I am a patient, caring, and responsible caregiver.
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Hannah W.


Walled Lake, MI

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Helper Companion

I'm a student at U of M Dearborn, I'm studying software engineering. I grew up with 5 sibling. Most of them are special needs and I still take care of them. I'm looking to do either babysitting, or companion care. I'm certified in math, linguistics, and teaching youth STEM. I start off kind of bubbly because I am nervous...
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Hannah W.


Walled Lake, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Helper For Your Home

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a student at U of M Dearborn, I'm studying software engineering. I grew up with 5 sibling. Most of them are special needs and I still take care of them. I'm looking to do either babysitting, or companion care. I'm certified in math, linguistics, and teaching youth STEM. I start off kind of bubbly because I am nervous...
Hi! My name is Genevieve, I am 22 years old. I have experience with special needs as I have been working in the field of applied behavior analysis as an RBT for the past three years! I also worked respite/community support for 1. 5 years with an adult, so I have both children and adult experience 2-27 years old. I recently...
Genevieve can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hello, I'm Mariyam! I have babysat for families I know for 4 years. Professionally, I have 2 and a half years experience working with children with autism, so I can take care of a special needs child. I am a very caring person and can truly have fun with the kids. I am caring, punctual, trustworthy, and love kids. I can cook,...
Mariyam can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Katie P.


Walled Lake, MI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknight And After School

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a babysitter for kids 7 months to 13 years old. I love kids! I also have worked with special needs and I love pets. I am 18 years old and looking for some extra money to help pay for college. I plan on majoring in education and becoming a teacher.
Katie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Hannah W.


Walled Lake, MI

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

Companion Helper

I'm a student at U of M Dearborn, I'm studying software engineering. I grew up with 5 sibling. Most of them are special needs and I still take care of them. I'm looking to do either babysitting, or companion care. I'm certified in math, linguistics, and teaching youth STEM. I start off kind of bubbly because I am nervous...
Hannah can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care, transportation & more
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Sari W.


Farmington, MI

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Devoted Nanny Available Full/Part-Time

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have worked for over 20 years in domestic and school settings. My experience is with children of all ages, but I feel that I work best with toddlers - teenagers. I have also cared for children with special needs including: Autism, ADD, ADHD, EI, EMI, schizophrenia. I simply love children and I enjoy helping them reach their...
Sari can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Haven't met her yet but she appears to be prompt, responsible and capable."

Jill N.

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Patricia G.


Northville, MI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Well There's Nothing I Like Better Than Having Children Around

3.3

(4)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Pat I have been a professional Nanny for over 15 years. Four amazing children of my own, I would love grandchildren some day. Teach early learning communication skills to reduce frustration between parent and child. Also increases IQ. Art degree, CPR certified and special needs. Fitness enthusiast. And so much...
Patricia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

4.0
"I interviewed Pat to care for my two boys. She came to the house, made references available and returned all of my messages in a timely manner. I enjoyed meeting her and felt she had a wonderful personality I would have loved to hire to care for my family. My needs...

Jackie B.

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Cari M.


Farmington, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Just Call Me Cari!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! A little about me: I started out by caring for my little cousins as I was growing up, and moved on to caring for my nieces and nephews as they joined our family. All together now there are 8 nieces and nephews! I moved to Indiana for about a year and worked as a preschool teacher with the 3-4-year-old group. I shared...
Cari can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Cari as a full time (40hrs a week) nanny for my 3.5 year old and 9 month old. She is very punctual, takes great care of the children and does other tasks I have asked around the house. We are very happy to have her as a nanny!"

Jessica S.

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Riem A.


West Bloomfield, MI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Tutor An Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My journey in education has been driven by a passion for teaching and a commitment to creating inclusive learning environments. I am presently a junior in Madonna University's teaching program with my major in Physical Education and American Sign Language, which has equipped me with a strong foundation in both subjects....
5.0
"Riem has been a wonderful addition to our family. She is reliable, responsible, caring, energetic, self motivated, and a joy to be around."

Jane E.

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Abby H.


Commerce Township, MI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Abby! I graduated in 2020 with my master's degree in speech-language pathology. My bachelor's degree is in communication disorders, and I have a minor in child development. I am currently an SLP for a local school district. Working with children is something I absolutely love! I have taken many classes...
Abby can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Abby has been the best Nanny I have ever hired thus far! She was very dependable, kind, loving and took excellent care of my boys! It was such a great feeling knowing that when I was at work, my boys were in great hands. She is absolutely the best and I highly...

Michele M.

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Macey C.


Farmington, MI

$23-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hey!! My Name Is Macey

Hi! My name is Macey and I'm 20 years old. My bf and I just recently moved to Farmington Hills, as I got accepted to be the Head Coach for the Northville Varsity Pom Team! I am looking for a long term position, 30+ hours within surrounding areas. My availability is Monday through Friday (till 530pm). I have 6+ years of...
Macey can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We love Macey! It's always scary as a parent trusting someone else to care for and love on your baby, but when Macey watches my 9 month old daughter I am totally at ease. She is always on time, keeps things tidy, communicates throughout the day with how my daughter...

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Lorelei S.


Livonia, MI

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver For Autism Available

My name is Lorelei and I am 24 years old. I graduated from Wayne State University's School of Social Work and currently work as a therapist for children on the autism spectrum. Prior to my current job, I spent a short amount of time working as a caregiver in an assisted living home and thoroughly enjoyed the residents I met...
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Jennifer B.


Highland, MI

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 yrs experience working with children, along with raising 3 of my own. I have worked in child care centers, as a nanny, taught Sunday school for years and worked with children with special needs. Most recently I taught a parent tot class at a preschool. I am now looking to find a family that would be a good match....
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jennifer has worked with our family since the start of the last school year. She is a delight to have as a part of our family. She is fun, energetic and engaging. Dealing with tweens can be very challenging at times. Jennifer easily established a trusting...

Mattie P.

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Margareta I.


Waterford, MI

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Vibes, Experienced With TBI Patients

Hi! I am a very positive, happy vibration that families love to have around. My experience starts over 10 years ago and includes care for toddlers, children, and adults with special needs (specifically traumatic brain injury and autism). I am extremely flexible and can accommodate almost any request. Can assist with dressing,...
Margareta can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Margareta is so loving and was wonderful with my boys. They still ask for her! She did tons of activities, was proactive and high energy to always keep them entertained and trying new things they liked. A wonderful nanny, wish she was still local to help us....

Lauren D.

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Abby H.


Commerce Township, MI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Abby! I graduated in 2020 with my master's degree in speech-language pathology. My bachelor's degree is in communication disorders, and I have a minor in child development. I am currently an SLP for a local school district. Working with children is something I absolutely love! I have taken many classes...
5.0
"Abby is bright and cheerful. She has volunteered multiple times to "hang out" with my young adult son with ASD. She is a fantastic role model with positive energy. "

Cathy S.

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Kaylee S.


Farmington, MI

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have extensive experience with special needs children and adults. My sister has Asperger's, and my brother has Autism and my aunt has down syndrome, which is what started my want to learn and understand and care more deeply. I had a lot of training and took a special interest in special needs care and tutoring. I have...
5.0
"I'd give more stars if possible. Kaylee was amazing. She helped transport me to and from my surgery and all the appointments surrounding since I'm not from the area. She was proactive, punctual, helpful, kind, warm, and really cared about me. I so appreciate her...

Jennifer B.

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Kelli W.


West Bloomfield, MI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/Summer Special Needs/Child Care Provider

I am looking for some hours later in the day/ weekend and and more regular summer hours as I am employed by a school district during the school year. For the last 6 years I've worked as a special needs para-educator at an Adult Transition Program for a local school district. I have worked with children and young adults with...
Kelli can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Walled Lake, MI

Katie F.

5.0

Katie is super sweet and did a great job watching my 2 boys, I would definitely recommend her!

- Shathar C.

Sari W.

5.0

Haven't met her yet but she appears to be prompt, responsible and capable.

- Jill N.

Patricia G.

4.0

I interviewed Pat to care for my two boys. She came to the house, made references available and returned all of my messages in a timely manner. I enjoyed meeting her and felt she had a wonderful personality I would have loved to hire to care for my family. My needs changed therefore I made no hire....

- Jackie B.

Cari M.

5.0

We hired Cari as a full time (40hrs a week) nanny for my 3.5 year old and 9 month old. She is very punctual, takes great care of the children and does other tasks I have asked around the house. We are very happy to have her as a nanny!

- Jessica S.

Riem A.

5.0

Riem has been a wonderful addition to our family. She is reliable, responsible, caring, energetic, self motivated, and a joy to be around.

- Jane E.

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