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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Kalamazoo, MI
The average rate is $15/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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Hi, my name is Annie and I am a 3rd year student at WMU studying special education! I am looking for a family to assist where I can! I have 3 years of experience working at summer camps, one being with a special needs child, and about 7 years of experience with babysitting. I have a car and am willing to assist with...
5.0
"Annie is one of the most dependable, caring, and loving person I know when it comes to kids. During the summer she works at a camp. That I run and I have only good things to say about her and the parents that...
Reviewed by Presley D.
Skylar S.
Kalamazoo, MI
$19-24/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hi, my name is Skylar! I am at KVCC to become an elementary teacher. I have 2 years of professional childcare experience. I have experience with infants, toddlers, and school age children and special needs. I currently work as a home health aide with a teen who has physical and cognitively disabilities. Day to day...
5.0
"Skylar helped my mother while she was unable to walk. She did safe transfers and was a bubbly personality to be around. She kept the house tidy and helped run errands."
Reviewed by Ann S.
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Here to lend a helping hand to independent-minded individuals who may need assistance with physical daily tasks. I offer hands-off companionship services such as: conversation, assistance with hobbies, meal prep, pet care, light cleaning & light organizing, and going for walks.
Patient, empathetic, caring, hardworking, honest,...
5.0
"Crystal is great with our adult son with muscular dystrophy! She is incredibly trustworthy, dependable and reliable. She has a great rapport with our son. She also responds promptly to messages and phone calls...
Reviewed by Dawn G.
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I have ample experience caring for individuals with traumatic injuries. I have worked in the health care field for 17 years.
Alyvea O.
Kalamazoo, MI
$16-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I have babysat children of all ages and backgrounds ranging from newborns, to middle schoolers, to adults with intellectual disabilities. I bring a positive attitude everyday and create an enriching and engaging environment while keeping it fun and safe. I have completed college courses related to children. Those being child...
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I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide for 25 years. In my years of working for a licensed medical agency, I have cared for many individuals, from infants to the elderly, and with various handicaps and disabilities.
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I am a neurodivergent caregiver specializing in caring for others with special needs.
I have over 15 years of childcare experience with several children with SPD//ADHD/ASD and mental health challenges.
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Hi, I am Lucy and I'm 19. I have worked with kids with developmental delays and other special needs for about a year and am very passionate about what I do. I am a sophomore with a special Education major at Western University. I have a very big heart for kids and people with special needs and I feel as if it is my calling to...
Alyssa W.
Kalamazoo, MI
$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hello! have day and night time availability. I am 18 and I have 2 years of experience with all different disabilities mostly with fetal alcohol syndrome and secondary disabilities from the FAS but I also have cared for kids with autism, ADD/ADHD, depression and anxiety. I am infant-adult first aid and CPR/BLS certified. I was an...
Alisha L.
Kalamazoo, MI
$11-20/hr
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I have roughly 5 years experience working with both youth and adults with developmental and physical disabilities.
Jamiese E.
Kalamazoo, MI
$17/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hi my name is Jamiese E and I have worked in early childhood for the last 6+ years. I have experience working with students with behavioral concerns, speech delays and autism spectrum disorder. I have worked with birth-6years. Specifically for developmental delays I have worked with ages 14-21.
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Hello, I'm Sydney! I have experience caring for children and am looking to expand my skills in caring for those with special needs. In high school I spent time assisting peers with special needs in a classroom setting through our peer to peer program; I am eager to develop my skills through more formal training so that I can...
Zion H.
Kalamazoo, MI
$20-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Nanny / Housekeeper / Senior & Developmental Delay Caregiver
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Hi! My name is Zion but I go by 'Zee'. I have over 10 years of experience caring for people from birth to 80yrs+ of age, including those with mental/developmental disabilities. I am a current nursing student and Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in long-term care, CCU/Med-Surg hospitals, rehab/psych centers, and CILA...
Grace A.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hey, I'm Grace! I have 6 years of experience. I can help with crafts, homework and carpooling. I'm a Musical Theatre Performance major and American Sign Language Studies minor at Western Michigan University. I am also pursuing a degree in Special Education. I've been teaching dance to young kids for 8 years and have extensive...
Morgan F.
Kalamazoo, MI
$16-21/hr
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My name is Morgan. I am a 25-year-old. I recently graduated from college. I am currently working as a Parapro, and I am looking for a flexible weekend job. I work with a diverse group of children with all different types of cognitive and behavioral difficulties. I love what I do and am looking to grow my experiences and...
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I have a Masters Degree within the field of Behavior Analysis and have been providing ABA therapy to those with a variety of developmental disabilities for 5 years. My experience is primarily with children under the age of 10 although I have also worked with teenagers.
Angel M.
Kalamazoo, MI
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
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As a caregiver for special needs individuals, I provide compassionate, personalized support to empower others in their daily lives. I have passion in this line of work, I'm patient & always looking forward to see how I can help enhance the quality of life of those who I come by.
Kay S.
Kalamazoo, MI
$11-16/hr
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I don't have any experience caring for those with special needs, but I consider myself very patient and always willing to learn.
I hope my presence will allow people to feel calm and comfortable enough so they can tell me how I can assist them.
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Having worked in the public school systems I have gained experience with working with those who have behavioral, cognitive and emotional impairments. I've been able to help these individuals by building a relationship with them to learn who they are as a person as well as learning more about their conditions. I'm passionate...
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I would love to support someone with physical and mental challenges in their life. I don't lift patients but I am strong and capable of carrying groceries etc. I am very caring and social. I would like to meet you and see if we are a fit.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kalamazoo, MI
Anna G.
5.0
You will NOT be disappointed in having Annie caring for your children. If I'm being honest, I am hesitant to write this referral since Annie is such a gem, and I don't want to share her :-) I have had the honor of seeing Annie grow over the course of several years, and she has always been...
- Karen M.
Skylar S.
5.0
Skylar helped my mother while she was unable to walk. She did safe transfers and was a bubbly personality to be around. She kept the house tidy and helped run errands.
- Ann S.
Crystal H.
5.0
Crystal is great with our adult son with muscular dystrophy! She is incredibly trustworthy, dependable and reliable. She has a great rapport with our son. She also responds promptly to messages and phone calls and has great communication skills regarding her work as well!
- Dawn G.
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Ratings for Kalamazoo, MI special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Kalamazoo, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.