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110 special needs caregivers are listed in Grand Rapids, MI
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Grand Rapids, MI
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Hi! I am a reliable, patient, and creative person with approximately four years of nannying experience and three years of professional teaching experience with children with special needs. With me, I will take the time to build relationships with your child and family to understand their unique needs and interests to better care...
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I have been employed with the Public School for 4 years. I am currently employed in a Mildly Cognitively Impaired Classroom. I have worked in Autism Classrooms in the Middle and High School. I have done the Special Needs Ministry at my Church.
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Hello, I am looking for a summer time job. I currently work at an elementary school as a Behavior Interventionist, working with kids ranging from 5-12. I also have been a nanny in the past working with all different ages. I am a mother to a toddler. I love building relationships with kids, playing games, making them smile, and...
Keely L.
Grand Rapids, MI
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced And Compassionate Caregiver With Heart For Special Needs
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I have worked closely with children and adults with all kinds of special needs since high school. My sister is an OT for children with autism and I have also been a babysitter for a young neighbor with Down syndrome for several months. I work closely with the Special Olympics Michigan and am comfortable with non-verbal and needs...
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I have over 20 years providing care to people with physical as well as mental disability's helping with meds ADL'S working at hope Network developmental as well as rehab
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I offer Special Needs Nanny Services, specializing in Learning Disabilities and Autism Spectrum. Additionally, I hold certifications in American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, Bloodborne Pathogens, and possess extensive experience in washing, dressing, grooming, repositioning, medication management, and seizure...
Jennifer K.
Grand Rapids, MI
$19-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I've been a lifelong caregiver, and have been working with kids professionally since 2017 and have been doing personal care attendant work since COVID began.
Keyaira M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$14-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hey, my name is Keyaira I have been a Certified Nurse Aide for 8 years. I also have experience in Home health care. I have great skills and a great personality to care for your loved one! I'll go above and beyond to respect and treat them with the utmost respect and love. I'm looking forward to working with your loved ones.
Mykala V.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Caring and understanding the needs of persons with disabilities has became a passion of mine after having a sibling with a developmental disability. When I was 15 years old my youngest brother was born with a congenital heart defect, there was many surgeries and medical appointment in the following years as my family learned how...
Megan M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I have worked both in one on one settings caregiving for people with special needs, as well as in group settings. With a cousin with special needs, I grew up babysitting and caring for her for the past 14 years. Additionally, last year I worked at a nonprofit that provides art and music community classes to people with physical...
Jami L.
Grand Rapids, MI
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Direct Care Professional Looking For Full/part Time Work
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I started my career in high school working for an autistic girl. Growing up, my dad has a TBI. I've worked with all sorts of physical, developmental, and mental disabilities over the years. Some of those are CP, MS, Autism, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, down syndrome, blindness, fragile X, ALS, diabetes, and the list goes on. I can...
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I have a brother who was diagnosed with autism when he was 2 when we were younger we were called twins and such. My mother had to go to school whil we were in middle school so she was always gone and left me to babysit my brother during the summers , I taught him colors, shapes and made games out of them I loved hanging with him...
Brooklynn B.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hey! I'm Brooklynn and I am so passionate about working with special needs children and adults. My experience mainly falls with autism, but I am open to learn and work with any and all disabilities! I do have my RBT certification, and have been working in ABA for the past 2 years. Before that, I have worked in a center for...
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The summer after I graduated I Worked part-time for a lady who has seven children with special needs. I changed briefs, cathed, fed, and administered medications; I provided a couple hours a week for the mother to take care of other things around the house. For the past two-and-a-half years I worked as an assistant on a bus for...
Abigail W.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hello, I am very reliable, patient and kind with people who have special needs. I used to work for Enriched living. Which is adult foster care for young adults and elderlys who have special needs such as autism, Down syndrome, and mobility changes. I absolutely love being a caregiver! I have been a caregiver for about 3-4 years...
Mckenzie S.
Grand Rapids, MI
$30-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hi there, I am a seasoned nanny, tutor, mentor, assistant, caregiver, of 8 years. I received my Bachelors from Western Michigan University and am working on my Masters in Counseling online at Palo Alto University. My interests are in aiding for children and/or adults that need a fun, active, kind, and gentle approach caregiver....
Madison W.
Grand Rapids, MI
$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Maddi and I'm currently a nursing major at Grand Valley State University. I completed a long term nurse's aide course in May of 2021, and am currently working as a PCT on a rehabilitation unit. I work with patients of all different diagnoses, helping them with toileting, ADLs, ambulation, feeds, checking blood...
Grace A.
Grand Rapids, MI
$16-19/hr
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Growing up with a brother who has super palsy, I've had the privilege of being one of his five constant sources of support and assistance. Throughout my life I have dedicated myself to helping him navigate the challenges that come with his condition. In addition to helping my brother, I have also extended my support to other...
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I'm personally diagnosed ADHD myself, undiagnosed autistic. Parent of two equally neurodivergent teenagers. I have lived experience, and have homeschooled my two undiagnosed ADHD and undiagnosed autistic boys for 13 years.
Alexa L.
Grand Rapids, MI
$21-31/hr
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Hello! My name is Alexa and I am a 21 yr old kid lover. During my senior year of highschool I took a lifeguarding class and an early childhood education course (both included guiding and teaching special education children ages 5 to 17), followed by coaching 3 to 15 yr olds, and nannying for 3 years. Joy for me comes from making...
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Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 36 reviews of the 110 listed special needs caregivers.