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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, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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

Sarah R.

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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: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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, travel, craft assistance
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: Errands, meal prep, respite care, dementia, light cleaning, transportation & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Wound Care

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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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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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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Grace D.


Grandville, MI

$11-15/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.
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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Taylor M.


Hudsonville, MI

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Active, Sitter

My name is Taylor, I am 30 years old. I am currently a licensed cosmetologist, and going to school at GrandValley State University for Elementary Education. I have 15 years of experience with children of all ages. I also have experience with special needs children. I am active, outgoing, reliable, responsible, and positive. I...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & 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: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hello everyone, I am a fun, energetic person that has a true love for children. I have a love for caring for people since I was a child my dream job was to be a mother. I have a5-year-old little brother that was born when I was 16, due to my mother's health I helped her out a lot with him and within his first years of life, he...
Koriel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Nesdely H.


Grand Rapids, MI

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

I am a loving mother of four children I have a great way with young children and youth children. I come with many years experience in the health field over 15 years. I am CPR certified and well trained. I have a structured schedule. I love to keep things cleaned as I am very well organized in my own home. I treat others as if...
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Elizabeth W.


Hudsonville, MI

$15-20/hr

Summer Special Needs Caregiver Available

Hi there! I am an incoming senior at Hope College looking for work May-August. I have experience with children with special needs and I am a quick and adaptable learner! I love caring for others and I would love to get to know you!

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