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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Waterford, MI
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years
Special needs caregivers in Waterford, MI
I have worked and cared for many special needs children in my life. I worked for Birmingham School district in the special needs class. Also, I grew up with a family friend's son taking care of him over his lifetime.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a energetic and positive mother of 3 adult children. I have worked for an elementary school for 13 years as at special needs sub. I am currently working with 2 families. One has MS and the other RA. I assist, transport to dr appts /errands and light housework. A lot of what I do is social. I enjoy working with...
Cheryl can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning
5.0
"Cheryl is very kind and pleasant. She has been wonderful to work with and we are fortunate to have found her."
Tim J.
5.0
(2)
LET ME MAKE YOUR LIFE MORE COMFORTABLE. Reliable, trustworthy, dependable care when you need it. Long term, short term, that can be customized to your specific needs. Specializing in home health care ( PRIVATE DUTY). Medication Monitoring, Blood Pressure Monitoring, Incontinence Care, Light House Keeping, Transport to Doctors...
5.0
"Felicia applied for our position. We thought very highly of her skills and experience. We elected to hire someone who worked directly for us. I felt that Felicia would have been a very strong candidate for the position."
Sam S.
Debra W.
White Lake, MI
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Although I do not have a specialize training for Special Care I am an extremely smart and caring person. I can and am willing to learn and do most in order to make the lives better for those that need me.
Peiton M.
Pontiac, MI
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Peiton. I am 21 years old and located in Bloomfield Hills. I am looking for a new full time childcare position. I have loads of experience which can be shown both on my resume. I am looking for a long term position with a family that I can grow with that is paid through payroll, along with a contract.
I work M-TH,...
Peiton can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Peiton is great! My boys love her! She is kind, caring, and trustworthy! Highest Recommendations!"
Sofia K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have several years giving care to individuals with mental and or physical needs. I have completed MORC training with reoccurring updates. My experience has come from working with individuals with special needs from the school setting, group homes, and family homes.
5.0
"I needed someone to provide transportation to and from and accompany to the hospital for a minor outpatient surgical procedure. Sabrina did an outstanding job of communicating with me and was incredibly warm and supportive. I would welcome the opportunity to hire...
Wendi J.
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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.
Jennifer B.
Highland, MI
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Sarah. I was a camp counselor at SCAMP for two years in Clakston, Michigan. SCAMP is a summer camp for children with emotional and physical needs. I enjoyed working at SCAMP because the children really enjoyed being at SCAMP and doing all the different activities and field trips we did. While working at SCAMP, I...
Abby H.
Commerce Township, MI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Passion for kids & extra love for special needs! I am the oldest of a big blended family three of which have special needs. I have a plethora of experience working with kids both professionally & through non-profit/community based areas. I have a background in Theatre & have directed kids in local community productions & more....
Katie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie immediately had a way of making my family feel comfortable in our transition starting with a full time nanny. She is trustworthy, reliable, flexible and surprised us by how calmly she handles stressful moments. Her patience is exceptional! Her creativity is...
Care member
3.0
(2)
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Katie is super sweet and did a great job watching my 2 boys, I would definitely recommend her! "
Shathar C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 adult children and 4 grandchildren 2 of my children have special needs I love caring for children
It truly brings me joy.
I'm not done mothering yet.
Kenya can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Words won't even begin to describe how blessed I am to have Kenya come into our life and into our home. She's been beyond a blessing that I could of ever prayed for and feel as though, I owe her so much more. She has answered my prayers. I was nervous about how...
Larae T.
Brandy M.
Auburn Hills, MI
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of care experience including mental health. Specializing in escalations and redirection.
5.0
"My brother needed complex care following a serious accident resulting in need of expert rehabilitation care - transfer from bed to chair, toileting, relearning to walk, PT exercises. She managed to provide expert professional care, very quickly establishing trust...
Valentina H.
3.5
(2)
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.
5.0
(3)
I have experience with babies and toddlers including children 10-16 years old. Also I have experience with special needs individuals. Heartsaver, CPR, first aid, AED certified with the American Red Cross. Completed Care. com background check.
Rachael G
Feb 1, 2024
Dee is a wonderful and caring person
who has taken great care of...
Denise can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Dee worked part time as our nanny for >6 months, taking care of our two sons (18 months and 6 months old when she started watching them). Dee is very reliable and is always on time (and frequently early)! Our children both took to her very quickly and it was easy...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Below is my experience:
I am a full time nanny who loves children and would only give the best care and attention to your little one(s). Care includes dressing, bathing, and preparing meals as well as homework help and enrichment. Light cleaning as it relates to the child's care, pick ups/drop offs and errands. I have also...
5.0
"Shironda did a great job with my autistic twin boys! Not at all intimidated! And two non-verbal twin boys can be just that! Would hire again."
Victoria C.
Kendra S.
Clarkston, MI
$17-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Part-time Caregiver/sitter Available For Summer Vacation Hours And Long-term
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have eight plus years of experience in the care giving field with the same client (special needs). Activity planning, transporting, meal prep & passing medication includes some responsibilities I feel will prepare me for future jobs.
Kendra can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I cannot say enough wonderful things about Kendra. She has been so great to my two boys. Kendra is so involved with my kids when she takes care of them. My kids do fun activities as well as learn, TV time is at a minimum. She continuously goes above and beyond....
Anthony N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a current nursing student at Oakland University with a passion for helping others. I love to work creatively with children and adults. I have over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages as well as spending the past 4 years in various caregiving positions. I have 3 years of experience caregiving for...
5.0
"Claire is fantastic. We are so lucky to have found her. She provides such loving care and is so personable and reliable. SO GRATEFUL! Would hire her over and over!"
Amy B.
Katie P.
Walled Lake, MI
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknight And After School
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Wonderful Young Lady. My son loved her."
Deborah M.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Waterford, MI
Cheryl H.
5.0
Cheryl is very kind and pleasant. She has been wonderful to work with and we are fortunate to have found her.
- Tim J.
Felicia H.
5.0
Felicia applied for our position. We thought very highly of her skills and experience. We elected to hire someone who worked directly for us. I felt that Felicia would have been a very strong candidate for the position.
- Sam S.
Peiton M.
5.0
Peiton is great! My boys love her! She is kind, caring, and trustworthy! Highest Recommendations!
- Sofia K.
Sabrina S.
5.0
I needed someone to provide transportation to and from and accompany to the hospital for a minor outpatient surgical procedure. Sabrina did an outstanding job of communicating with me and was incredibly warm and supportive. I would welcome the opportunity to hire her again.
- Wendi J.
Abby H.
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 recommend her!
- Michele M.
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