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Special needs caregivers in Zeeland, MI

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Ellen M.


Zeeland, MI

$11-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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I am a speech-language pathology graduate student at GVSU looking to work with children with special needs. I have experience with individuals on the autism spectrum, as well as those with physical and mental disabilities. I look forward to meeting you and your child with special needs!
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Kayla J.


Zeeland, MI

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

I have experience in a variety of diagnoses, and I am willing to learn new skills. I have worked with behavior plans, ROM goals, g tube, diet restrictions, breathing treatments, and passing meds as well as all grooming and bathing cares.
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Ellen M.


Zeeland, MI

$11-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have eight years of experience as a speech language pathologist and love spending time with kiddos! I have a particular love for children with special needs and/or speech-language disorders.
Ellen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Zoe P.


Holland, MI

$15/hr • 7 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Zoe! I am 23 years old and am currently in graduate school at the University of Tennessee Knoxville for behavioral analysis and work with kids with Autism! I have experience in childcare with ages 0-12 in the past by nannying, working soccer camps for children, and being a counselor at a summer camp. I also have...
Zoe can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have been a part of the LINKS program in my high school for three years. This is a class where I was paired one on one with a student whom I assisted in their general education classes. I also assisted a special education teacher in a classroom. The past two summers I taught swim lessons to special needs students. Through...
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Amanda L.


Hudsonville, MI

$25-35/hr • 10 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & 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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Brooke A.


Jenison, MI

$23-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

I have babysat from age 12 and still do for friends and family. I worked at a daycare as an assistant teacher in the toddler room and quickly realized I wanted to make a career out of childcare. I went through GRCC and got my Child Development Associates Certificate(CDA) and became the lead teacher in the infant room. I planned...
5.0
"Brooke is great with my kids!! She is top on my list when I need child care!"

Mandi D.

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Ruthann G.


Holland, MI

$10-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nanny For Those With Special Needs

I love working with kids who have special needs, especially those with ADHD and behavioral disorders. I believe that every kid has great potential and just needs someone to encourage them and allow them to discover who they are. I grew up on a farm working with "at-risk" and behavioral kids who just needed help focusing and...
5.0
"Ruthann was fun, energetic and interacted wonderfully with our children. We have a daughter with special physical needs and Ruthann jumped in with two feet, willing to learn how to care for her. My kids talk fondly of Ruthann often and we miss her dearly! "

Erin V.

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Julia M.


Allendale, MI

$23-24/hr • 8 yrs exp

Reliable, Fun, And Energetic Nanny/sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Looking for a part-time position! Available between 6am-12 p.m. Hi families! My name is Julia and I am 21 years old. I am currently a server in the evenings but just ended my full-time nanny for a 1. 5, 5, and 7-year-old, they transitioned their youngest to daycare this fall and will no longer needed me, so I am looking to...
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kathryn W.


Holland, MI

$19-24/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Kathryn! I'm a Purdue University student with a passion for staying active through swimming and biking, as well as relaxing with a good book or baking. I have extensive experience working with children, including two summers as a nanny and years of babysitting for families with diverse needs, including children with...
Kathryn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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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Janie S.


Jenison, MI

$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi! I am a mom of three girls. I am looking to get involved with a family who may have some flexibility as my schedule will change occasionally. I am a pediatric RN. Thanks!
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Emily A.


Allendale, MI

$20-25/hr

Compassionate Care For Special Needs - Dedicated & Experienced

I specialize in providing compassionate care for individuals with special needs. With experience as an ASD paraprofessional, volunteering with the YWCA, working on a behavioral health floor in a hospital, and serving as an ICU tech at Trinity Health, I bring patience and expertise to my caregiving services. My EMT education...
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Ava D.


Holland, MI

$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Ava and am so excited to meet you! I attend Hope college for nursing. I have been working as a nanny for almost 7 years and have worked with children ranging from 10 weeks to 13 years. I have experience with twins and children with special needs. I also am CPR certified as I work at Holland Hospital as a tech requiring...
Ava can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Jean S.


Holland, MI

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny Granny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I had my own registered and licensed in home day care for 10 years and now my children are grown with children of their own. I'm an empty nesting grandmother who enjoys working with children of all ages. My youngest grandchild is three and the oldest is 13. I am certified in CPR/BLS/First Aid/AED and Med Tech. I also have...
Jean can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Lauren C.


Hudsonville, MI

$24-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Super Sitter

Hi!!! As a friendly and bubbly childcare provider with eight years of experience, I'm passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives and supporting families. My experience in previous nannying roles motivated me to become a caregiver again. I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and communicating with parents...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Abigail D.


Allendale, MI

$16-23/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi! I spend most of my time at the library or volunteering in the community. I am flexible and happy to help where you need me if that's planning engaging activities, or helping with laundry while the kids sleep. I also have experience with special needs children. As a childcare provider with three years of experience, I'm...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Nancy S.


Hudsonville, MI

$18-23/hr • 2 yrs exp

Sitter And Mom Helper!

I am a wife and Mom of two sons 22 and 18, so always had a busy household with lots of activity! I understand that it's nice to have some help now and again to take a few minutes for yourself - run errands, go for a walk, go to lunch, etc. I'm interested in on-call sitting or part-time work. Let me know if you have any...
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Avery B.


Holland, MI

$20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Loving And Experienced Childcare Expert

Hello! My name is Avery, and I am passionate about providing exceptional childcare. With over 5 years of hands-on experience, I have had the pleasure of working with children of various ages and backgrounds. I hold a degree in Psychology, which has equipped me with a deep understanding of child development and behavior. In...
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Kaitlyn P.


Holland, MI

$18-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

I Would LOVE To Work With YOUR KIDS!

Hello, I am Kaitlyn! I have recently graduated from Grand Valley State with my Bachelors of Science and a Minor in Spanish. I played on GVSU's varsity softball team for 3 years. I will be applying soon to receive my doctorate in Special needs Pediatric Occupational Therapy. I love working with children and for the last 5 years...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Zeeland, MI

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.

Brooke A.

5.0

Brooke is great with my kids!! She is top on my list when I need child care!

- Mandi D.

Ruthann G.

5.0

Ruthann was fun, energetic and interacted wonderfully with our children. We have a daughter with special physical needs and Ruthann jumped in with two feet, willing to learn how to care for her. My kids talk fondly of Ruthann often and we miss her dearly!

- Erin V.

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