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Carla K.


Hudsonville, MI

$5-10/hr8 yrs exp

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I currently babysit on the weekends for family and friends when they need time to get out. I have a 5-year-old special needs child of my own. I have a lot of experience with all different kinds of specialists as my son has tubes in his ears, goes to eye doctors, foot doctors and a lot of specialists to ensure he doesn't get...
Carla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Maya F.


Holland, MI

$14-20/hr9 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Maya! I am a current junior at Hope College studying Political Science and Spanish. I love musical theater, reading, piano, and ALL things Disney. But most of all, I love children! I have been caring for children for 9 years now, with experience watching kids 4 months old and up, ranging from 1 child to 12...
Maya can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Jennifer H.


Jenison, MI

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate Person Ready To Provide Passionate Care

Oriented with strong track record of establishing solid relationships with clients, co-workers, administration and local agencies. Experience providing case management services to socially and economically disadvantaged individuals in programs provided by the Department of Human Services. More than four years of experience...
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Erika D.


West Olive, MI

$13-21/hr3 yrs exp

8 years if experience with special needs kids , autism , adhd , cognitive delays. Very compassionate and willing to learn and help with what you need !
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Elena F.


Holland, MI

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I've nannied many different families over the past years with children ranging from 1-10 years old. Care. com has previously connected me to 2 awesome families I nannied for in the summer, so I am once again hoping to find a part-time nannying job come this summer. In May I'll be a Hope College graduate (business...
Elena can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Andrew C.


Holland, MI

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Active And Engaging Sitter

My name is Andrew and I have been a caregiver for two children on the autism spectrum for the past 4 years. Before that, I spent 4 years as a special education paraprofessional. I worked in a Multiple Needs program assisting students with low-incidence disabilities such as Down syndrome, Autism, Fragile X syndrome, Cerebral...
Hello! I just finished my degree in sociology at The George Washington University in DC, and have moved back to the area. I am looking for a position as a nanny or caregiver! I have plenty of experience working with children as a summer camp counselor, a tutor, a babysitter, and a brief position as a nanny. I am CPR and first...
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Jordan P.


Allendale, MI

$11-16/hr4 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Experienced Sitter

My name is Jordan and I currently go to Grand Valley university. I am currently working on a bachelor and masters degree simultaneously and have such a passion for working with kids! I have experience caring for children with special needs, infants, toddler, and teenagers. I'm diverse! I enjoy getting the kids out to do creative...
Jordan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jadyn A.


Allendale, MI

$17-18/hr6 yrs exp

Fun And Involved! Love To Make Kids Laugh!

Hi there! I'm Jadyn, a senior at Grand Valley State University majoring in Recreational Therapy. My passion lies in working with children and adults with and without special needs, and I'm excited to bring my experience and enthusiasm with caring for children to babysitting. I absolutely love babysitting because it allows me to...
Jadyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recently I have had the opportunity to work for a company that focuses on positive behavioral therapy with people that have developmental disabilities. I worked with non verbal clients so I understand that it is not about what people say, but how they are feeling. Also I had clients who had Down syndrome and autism. I believe...
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Elyse W.


Allendale, MI

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Elyse

Hi there! My name is Elyse, I am 22 years old, and I live in Grand Rapids. I attended GVSU for 1. 5 years and took classes for child development and elementary Ed. I have been babysitting since I was 12, and have always loved working with kids. January 2022- August 2022, I nannied 2 boys, ages 3 and 1. August 2022- December...
Elyse can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
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"We love Elyse! She has been our nanny since our daughter was 10 weeks old. She is everything to our family. Between crafts, meals and tidying up, we would not have survived our first year without her. She goes above and beyond to make both the kids and the parents...

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Jillian B.


Jenison, MI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi I'm a 46-year-old mom and nana. I have 5 children one who has severe autism and other special needs. I have been an LPN for 13 years always doing home care. I have worked with pediatric, adults, and senior patients. Prior to becoming a a nurse I did child care. I currently work as a 1:1 nurse in a special needs school. My...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a summer nanny for two lively children, alongside their two pet dogs, I found myself immersed in a whirlwind of responsibilities that ranged from driving and coordinating carpools to whipping up meals and tidying up the household. Each day brought new adventures, whether it was organizing engaging activities, overseeing...
Callie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Hello! My name is Abby and I am going to be an occupational therapist soon, so I love working with this population. I have experience working as a caregiver for a young adult with spinal muscular atrophy and worked with children with ASD in high school. I am also extremely reliable, positive, and patient.
I am a college student at Grand Valley State University, finishing up my senior year. I have been officially babysitting for 8 years now. I have experience with kids of many ages from infants to young teens. I have experience with children and adults with special needs. I can handle multiple kids at a time. I worked at a...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

Early Education

First Aid

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Karen E.


Hudsonville, MI

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Of All Ages

I have worked and provided care for the last 10 years. I have worked with individuals with varying levels of needs and varying diagnosis. I am always willing to learn, always striving to provide the best care possible.
During my High School years, I have had the privilege of being in a program called LINKS, where I was placed 1:1 and in three different classrooms with students who have disabilities. I have been around students who have either educational disabilities, or with students who have down syndrome, autism, severe mental disabilities,...
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Julia M.


Allendale, MI

$23-24/hr8 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: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I'm a caregiver because I want to make a positive impact on children's lives. With two years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for up to three children, of all age groups. I have completed CPR training course and have some experience working with children with special needs. My creative and imaginative personality brings a...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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