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April G.


Wixom, MI

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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Kind, loving, gentle, with over 14 years of experience. Here to fit all of your special care needs. Take a look at my experience.
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Bonnie B.


Wixom, MI

$17-26/hr13 yrs exp

Mom With Special Needs Knowledge Looking For A Family Who Needs Someone During Summer

Hi! I am Bonnie, I am a single mom of four children. I work for Walled Lake schools during the school year, as an ASD para. I love my job, it is so much fun and rewarding working with the amazing kids I see every day. The students in my class range from kindergarten to 3rd grade. During the summer I would love to help someone...
Bonnie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Jessica E.


Wixom, MI

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am a First Aid/CPR trained, newborn/infant specialized, trauma/special needs trained caregiver. I work with families and children of all ages and love reading books, getting outdoors, and doing crafts! I have over 15 years of childcare experience in various capacities ranging from Nanny to Daycare Teacher to...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Nakia B.


Wixom, MI

$23/hr5 yrs exp

As a compassionate caregiver with five years of experience, I am dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages. My passion for working with children and families drives me to make a positive impact on their lives. I am known for my patience, calm demeanor, and friendly approach....
Nakia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Denise W.


White Lake, MI

$18-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny

5.0

(2)

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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Denise is consistent and readily spends quality time with my child. Seeing my child bubbly and happy when I return is a testiment to Denise's good nature. She adds so much value to our family."

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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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Alison A.


White Lake, MI

$11-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am looking for a wonderful family who is looking for some weekend help or date night sitter! I have over 15 years experience caring for children, ages newborn to 15, in a variety of settings. I got my bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from WMU, with hopes of getting my masters eventually to work in a...
Alison can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ali provided after school care to our daughters for 2 years and was nothing short of amazing! She never missed a pickup, was always flexible, respected our house rules, and the girls absolutely love her! We wish she could have come with us when we moved out of...

Sarah A.

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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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Macey was great with my kids! She was always timely, and communicative during the day. I always felt comfortable leaving my children with her, she would be on the floor playing with them before we even left. I always came home to a tidy house, which is most...

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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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Katie F.


Walled Lake, MI

$22/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter

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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, 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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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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Debra W.


White Lake, MI

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

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.
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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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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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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

Jill N.

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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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Ashley P.


West Bloomfield, MI

$24/hr15 yrs exp

Let's Have Some Fun

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, friendly and bubbly I started working with kids when when I was in middle school with special needs In my spare time, I like to go swimming, cornhole, bonfires, river fun, my kids, family, friends. I'm also a CNA and I work in the schools with special needs.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a very detail oriented person who can multitask, and organize. I have worked with multiple children ranging from 6-month-old special needs to 13-year-olds. I have babysat a lot when I was younger and I am ready to get back to play! I am CPR, First Aid, AED, and Lifeguard certified so you can trust me to take care of...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Michelle D.


South Lyon, MI

$11-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

I have been watching children more than half of my life. I was born into a large Italian family- taking turns watching and caring for all of my cousins since I was 10. I am now 50 and have 3 fabulous children of my own. I am comfortable caring for any age. I like to keep children busy playing outside and with crafts. I love...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wixom, MI

Denise W.

5.0

Dee is a wonderful and caring person who has taken great care of my two little ones. They light up when she walks in the house and I know they are in good hands when she is around. Dee is professional and communicative and my kids adore her. I would recommend hiring Dee.

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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.

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.

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.

Alison A.

5.0

Ali provided after school care to our daughters for 2 years and was nothing short of amazing! She never missed a pickup, was always flexible, respected our house rules, and the girls absolutely love her! We wish she could have come with us when we moved out of state!

- Sarah A.

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