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Alissa E.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

5.0

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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, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She was lovely and handled bedtime with our little baby well!"

Sarah R.

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Natalie R.


Delton, MI

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I love kids of all ages and I have babysat/been a nanny for kids of all ages. I have experience with caring for special needs! I have been an infant teacher at a learning center. I understand the importance of being reliable and...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Natalie watched my 2 kids and was very good with them. I would recommend her to anyone."

Timothy S.

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Amanda L.


Hudsonville, MI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Amanda From Michigan

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Amanda! I have always grown up caring for kids. I come from a very big family and have always been heavily involved in childcare from a young age. I absolutely love spending time with children, I believe it's important to be so present with them and actively engaged- we have so much we can learn from their...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"We love her! Amanda is our favorite sitter. She is great with my three kids. She has taken care of my toddlers and newborn and my kids get so excited when she comes over. She is the only sitter who my kids don't cry when I leave. She is such a blessing and has...

Kylee L.

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Tanesha R.


Wyoming, MI

$16-27/hr2 yrs exp

Fun And Playful Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old, I'm now 28. I have tons of experience with children including children with special needs. I currently work for a school that deals with emotional impairment(special needs) and I love it. I am fun, playful, caring, love being around kids, and very patient.
Tanesha can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Gabrielle N.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Creative Caregiver

Day camp counselor for youth of all ages; CPR certified; experience with youth with special needs; taken child development courses; multiple years of experience with newborns, infants, and toddlers; fan of craft time and going to the park.
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Cami V.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15/hr10 yrs exp

ICLS

Hello! Initially I started working with seniors before transitioning to special needs individuals over 10 years ago. Most recently I've been doing independent CLS work with individual clients via their parent/guardian & through third party financially; working hand in hand with their supports coordinators through network. I am...
Cami can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Jade H.


Hudsonville, MI

$14-19/hr6 yrs exp

Hello my name is Jade I'm 23 years old. Iv been in the healthcare field for a long time now with elderly and disabled vets and special needs children. I grew up around a lot of kids and love to engage in activities and making sure they are active in activities. making sure they are safe as well. I raised my 3 younger brothers. I...
Jade can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Jill H.


Hastings, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I have experience working with special needs, pets, and seniors. I can handle medication, meal prep and light housework. I love experiencing new activities, crafting, outside and indoor playtime with children. I am a pure pet lover, am capable of pet sitting, walking and overnight stays. I enjoy listening to your grandparents or...
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Lisa M.


Grand Rapids, MI

$30-35/hr20 yrs exp

Pediatric Occupational Therapist / Special Needs / Sensory Diets

Hello. My name is Lisa and I am an occupational therapist by profession. I have been an OT for many years with 11 years as a school based occupational therapist and most recently as an outpatient pediatric OT. I recently resigned from my position due to the late evening hours that kept me from being with my own family. I am...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Grace D.


Grandville, MI

$10-15/hr

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver

During my 8th grade year, I was able to do a semester of assisting in the classroom for children with autism. I was able to play games, assist kids with staying calm, and help with their classwork.
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Kyra N.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

Why This Job?

Hello! I am a senior at Calvin University studying Special Education and Elementary Education. My hope is to work as a teacher for students with high support needs. This summer I worked as a direct support professional at Ascendigo Autism Services Summer camp. I worked 1 on 1 with campers who had intellectual and developmental...
I grew up with a younger brother who has autism and have worked in an ASD classroom along with receiving training throughout my schooling.
Hi! I am Karlie, a 26-year-old. I am looking for my next nanny family of kiddos to have fun with! I have 6 years of part time and full time nanny experience. I have been a nanny for up to four children at a time. I also volunteered at a therapy summer program for children with special needs through middle and high school. After...
Karlie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Margaret T.


Plainwell, MI

$14-15/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as fun, sweet and caring. I like working with kids because you always learn something new. I want to be a positive influence and lead them on the right path to adulthood. I'm looking for a job that is part time. I have a special needs son who goes to school and therapy so I need a somewhat...
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
I've been a lifelong caregiver, and have been working with kids professionally since 2017 and have been doing personal care attendant work since COVID began.
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Wylynn C.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello :) I work at KentISD currently with young adults with special needs & I am primarily looking for work during summer break. I am the oldest of 6 kids and I have years of experience nannying kids of all ages. I went to school for engineering, and worked in that field for a few years before landing in education. Some of my...
Wylynn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I do not have much experience in care but, I have worked with many kids on the autism spectrum and a little girl with a trach and g-tube. I would need training on what to do but, I would love to care for these kids.
As a caring and experienced childcare professional with over a decade of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My friendly and patient nature allows me to connect easily with children of all ages. I believe in fostering a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive and explore...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Cassidy H.


Alto, MI

$18-23/hr4 yrs exp

I love working with kids. I have 5 younger siblings and I am 16 years older than my youngest sibling so growing up I was always used to having babies and little kids around. Now I am a mom of 4 sweet girls. I need a part time job and would love to work with kids again. In high school I was a nanny for 2 summers, I babysat a...
Cassidy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Hanna A.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hanna A.

Hello. I am Hanna. I have taken Red Cross babysitting classes, so therefore I am a state-certified babysitter and trained with first aid. I have babysat regularly for over five years. I am very patient, attentive, and active with kids. I have also cared for children with special needs and infants. I am very comfortable around...
Hanna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wayland, MI

Alissa E.

5.0

She was lovely and handled bedtime with our little baby well!

- Sarah R.

Natalie R.

5.0

Natalie watched my 2 kids and was very good with them. I would recommend her to anyone.

- Timothy S.

Amanda L.

5.0

We love her! Amanda is our favorite sitter. She is great with my three kids. She has taken care of my toddlers and newborn and my kids get so excited when she comes over. She is the only sitter who my kids don't cry when I leave. She is such a blessing and has a gift with children.

- Kylee L.

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