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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Westland, MI

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years

Special needs caregivers in Westland, MI

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Laura D.


Plymouth, MI

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Very Nice Lady Who Loves Caring For Kids And Pets

4.0

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Hi there, I've been a nurse for over 20 yr. Perhaps because I don't have children of my own, I think that may be why I'm so fascinated by them. Every day is a chance for them to learn something new and to be there and watch is (usually) a lot of fun! (usually).. Now having mashed potatoes thrown in my hair, well if it makes baby...
4.0
"Laura comes to work and is punctual. She has a good work ethic. Laura is kind, patient, and reliable."

Cheryl F.

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Kimberly K.


Redford, MI

$20-33/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny And Babysitter Available

My name is Kim. I have over 15 years of experience caring for kids of all ages, and I love working with children more than most things in life. I have experience with a multitude of special needs, I'm highly creative, attentive, and always on time. I am the oldest of 10, so although I have years of paid experience, I've been...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kim was a great match for our family. I have a rambunctious toddler and a teething infant. It's important to me to have someone who is patient and trustworthy. I love Kim's gentle redirect approach to the big feelings and that she has an activity ready any day...

Suhaily F.

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Chelsea P.


Taylor, MI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate Caregiver

A passionate & reliable private duty caregiver with 10+ years experience in providing compassionate and attentive care to elderly and disabled individuals. Very knowledgeable in handling a variety of emergency situations. Proven ability to build trusting relationships with clients and their families, and expertise in providing...
5.0
"I have two children under the age of seven. My youngest son is nonverbal autistic so finding someone who is experienced as well as someone I could trust is extremely challenging. Finding Chelsea was the best thing that could’ve happened to my husband and I. It...

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Lily D.


Livonia, MI

$15-17/hr10 yrs exp

Calm Sitter And Cat Enthusiast - PLEASE READ

Hi, I am a professional pet sitter with over 10+ years of experience in cats, dogs, and exotics. I am also a loving pet owner, so I understand the importance in your search to find someone trustworthy and reliable to take care of your fur baby. I am great at giving updates, taking care of senior/special needs animals, and...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is so patient and sweet! My kids love her."

Sarah R.

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Noreen S.


Livonia, MI

$11/hr20 yrs exp

Many year of experience working with children and adults of special needs . I have background of ABA and consider working with special needs my passion in life
Noreen can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Norkyna S.


Taylor, MI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I first started out working with special needs children for 9 years. Then I move to working with adult and the elderly and have been doing that for a long time I have 15 plus years in doing this time of job . I really enjoy it.
Norkyna can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

Hello my name is Brianna, but everyone calls me Bri. I have helped out a lady who was blind, she needed help with housework and someone to keep her company. I do not have much experience besides that, but I have many years of experience in childcare and with children and young adults with special needs. I love caring for people...
Brianna can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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Vicki P.


Canton, MI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Pediatric Experienced Nurse

I'm an LPN with 20 plus years of experience in pediatrics and geriatrics caring of clients . From special needs infants to young adults with or without medical needs. CPR & first aid certified. Am very good with children & can acclimate to situations and surroundings accordingly.
Vicki can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jamie S.


Garden City, MI

$11-16/hr7 yrs exp

Jamie

I have a master's degree in speech-language pathology. I have worked in schools for 7 years with special needs children. In college, I was a nanny for three years for a family of three young boys. I have also worked at summer camps and had various other babysitting jobs throughout high school and college.
Jamie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Vicki P.


Canton, MI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse ( Canton MI)

Have been in health care for 23yrs as a Nurse & most of my career has been with infants to toddlers & young adults as well as geriatrics. Including special needs & needing any medical care (diabetics, tube feeding, trach & ventilator experience as well as medication administration) experienced with the geriatric population (...
Vicki can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Valerie H.


Livonia, MI

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Enjoy Being With Children With Special Needs

I have 30+ years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision. I enjoy working with children with special needs & their siblings. I like doing what they can do together
Valerie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Samantha S.


Taylor, MI

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, helpful, and creative I like working with kids because it provides me an opportunity to grow. I am looking to become a teacher! I started working with kids when I was 15 years old and I have been working in a school since January of 2022 In my spare time, I like to cook and find new...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Virginia M.


Dearborn, MI

$11-16/hr10 yrs exp

I am currently director and volunteer coordinator for a local church children's ministry with childcare and child development background. I have experience through coursework, as a summer camp counselor and a daycare assistant teacher. I also have special needs experience specifically with Autism and other developmental...
Virginia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Caregiving experience as well as working with special need children . I'm available for transportation , able to meal prep , assist with hygiene care also light housekeeping and willing to go on appointments and outings.
Tyneisha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Elise L.


Livonia, MI

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

I have worked as a sitter, assistant dance teacher and camp counselor all through high school. I am attending Loyola to study Elementary Education and Special Ed. I have the majority of my experience with ages 3-11 but would be comfortable working with any age as well as special needs children. I am looking for work for the...
Elise can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Khadija P.


Detroit, MI

$16-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Khadija and I'm excited to offer my babysitting services. With 3 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I have a genuine passion for nurturing and supporting kids. I am CPR certified, worked with special needs children and am skilled in creating engaging activities that are both fun and...
Khadija can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

As a former special education teacher I have 12 years of experience in the classroom with children that had a variety of unique learning needs. During that time I also tutored many students. Prior to teaching I nannied or babysat for several families that have children with special needs.
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Ellissa F.


Livonia, MI

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hello , My name is Ellissa. I'm 21 years old. I am currently a Junior at Wayne State University. I'm kind , patient and attentive. I have a younger sister who's 9 so I'm used to being around younger children. I have 3 years of experience of working with children with special needs. I'm CPR and First Aid trained. I have my own...
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Aubrey S.


Novi, MI

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Care Provider

I am currently obtaining a masters degree in speech and language pathology and would love to get the chance to work with you and your family. I am looking for something while I am finishing up graduate school as I will be done this coming August and want something that could potentially work with my clinical schedule. I am open...
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Avery K.


Plymouth, MI

$12-17/hr5 yrs exp

Avery K

Hello! I'm Avery, a college student home for the summer looking for sitter or part-time nanny jobs until I move back in the fall. I have 5 years of babysitting and 3 summers of full-time nannying under my belt (though closer to 11 years if you count my special needs big sister duties!) that includes experience with babies,...
Avery can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Westland, MI

Laura D.

4.0

Laura comes to work and is punctual. She has a good work ethic. Laura is kind, patient, and reliable.

- Cheryl F.

Kimberly K.

5.0

Kim was a great match for our family. I have a rambunctious toddler and a teething infant. It's important to me to have someone who is patient and trustworthy. I love Kim's gentle redirect approach to the big feelings and that she has an activity ready any day they are with her. I've had Kim over...

- Suhaily F.

Chelsea P.

5.0

I have two children under the age of seven. My youngest son is nonverbal autistic so finding someone who is experienced as well as someone I could trust is extremely challenging. Finding Chelsea was the best thing that could’ve happened to my husband and I. It takes a special person to connect with...

- Care member

Lily D.

5.0

She is so patient and sweet! My kids love her.

- Sarah R.

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

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Westland, MI are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.