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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lansing, MI

The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Lansing, MI

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Reina M.


East Lansing, MI

$15-22/hr3 yrs exp

Trained Behavior Technician/Paraprofessional

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I have worked as a Behavior Technician for two clinics in the area with kids ranging from 2 years old to 18 years old practicing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy. I have worked for a year as a paraprofessional in an elementary school with kids ranging from K-4 grade with developmental, behavioral, academic, and emotional...
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Hillary S.


Holt, MI

$20-27/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello! I currently work with children with autism doing ABA therapy. I have also volunteered with a few companies when I was younger that worked with children with disabilities. I am first aid and CPR certified.
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Lauren D.


Holt, MI

$13-19/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

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Hello! My name is lauren and I am currently in my junior year of college. I am going for a bachelors degree in business and then plan to go into the fire academy. I spent several years in middle school and high school working with special needs children and still work with them today. I went through the EMT academy so I am...
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Nekeyta B.


Holt, MI

$15-30/hr

Open Minded

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Hi there! Im a homeschool mom of 4. Married. I've worked with helping families with their special needs. I'm dedicated to supporting clients with their daily tasks. With a heart for helping, I offer assistance with errands and light cleaning and provide safe and reliable transportation to doctor appointments. I understand the...

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Hi! My name is Sophia I am a recent Purdue grad. I majored in speech, language, and hearing sciences. Additionally, I minored in critical disability studies, sociology, psychology, and women, gender, and sexuality studies. I was the Co-founder and Vice President of the Disabled Student Union at Purdue. I have organized and led...
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Hannah Y.


East Lansing, MI

$18-22/hr3 yrs exp

Senior Care, Pet Care, Special Needs Care

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Hi, I'm Hannah! I am a junior at Michigan State University studying psychology with a deep commitment to providing quality care, love, and respect to those in need. I have assisted individuals diagnosed with dementia, schizophrenia, autism, and bipolar disorder. My role involved supporting daily living activities and...
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David N.


Haslett, MI

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

Mindful Direct Support Carer Who Gets It

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Hi! I am a thoughtful, reliable carer who understands what it's like to be part of a family with special needs. Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADD/ADHD, Dementia, have all touched my family, and I am committed to providing family-centric care for your loved one. I have experience providing direct academic and behavior support to...
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Shay-lynn W.


Holt, MI

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

Bilingual Sitter!

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I have been experience working with kids (newborn - 21 years old) and special needs, my mother was retired from professional day care at our home for over 35 years! I have lots of tend wit lighthearted and active. I am deaf but nothing gonna stop me from anything and change by who I am! I used to volunteering from 13 years old -...
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Cora K.


East Lansing, MI

$10-50/hr4 yrs exp

Cora

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I'd describe my personality as bubbly, kind, and comforting. I like working with kids because I love doing fun crafts/activities, I feel like I connect well with children, and I could never get sick of them! I'm looking for a job that has shorter hours, pays well, and is nearby me. I started working with kids when I was 14...
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Elle W.


East Lansing, MI

$12-17/hr3 yrs exp

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Hello there! My name is Elle and I recently just graduated from Dexter High School. I have been babysitting since around the age of 14 and I absolutely love it! I enjoy making crafts, playing board games, helping with homework, going outdoors, and baking with the kids I babysit. I am trained in First Aid along with CPR, and I...
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Margaret C.


Haslett, MI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Reliable And Trustworthy Special Needs Provider Do you need help caring for yourself or a loved one after a surgery when you've come home from Rehabilitation? I am retired nurse anesthesiologist, however I still maintain an active registered nurse (RN) license. I'm able to help with medications, care, bathing, physician...
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Liz M.


East Lansing, MI

$11-15/hr3 yrs exp

Great Sitter And Camp Counselor

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I have spent a lot of time volunteering at local schools and am a camp counselor. I spent the past 3 summer taking care of kids ranging from 5-17 years old. I was also a peer mentor for kids with special needs for about 2 years. I have tutored multiple students with varying cognitive abilities and ages. I am currently a msu...
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Zoe S.


East Lansing, MI

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Loving, Experienced Nanny Available For Full-Time Care

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I have been babysitting for almost 10 years, and I absolutely love it. To me, caring for children is less of a job and more of a blessing. It warms my heart to be able to watch kids grow and learn, and to know I've been able to be a positive influence in their life fills me with joy. I have experience with children of all ages,...
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Sophia P.


East Lansing, MI

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Sitter And Loves To Be Around Kids!

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Hi! My name is Sophia, I am a college student at Michigan State who majors in Nursing! I have 8 years of experience and love working with kids. I used to babysit for my neighbors back home (a 3-year-old little girl, a boy who was 10 years old, and his twin brother who was autistic, nonverbal, and needed assistance), babysit my...
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Emily B.


Holt, MI

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Loves Spending Time With Special Needs Children

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I am in school at Michigan State as a Kinesiology major to later work as a physical therapist for children with special needs. I helped a boy with cerebral palsy at church by playing games with him, walking with him, going to day camp with him for extra assistance, etc. I am good at giving kids extra attention and I love...

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I am a reliable, patient, and kind-hearted individual with extensive experience working with individuals with special needs. My father was a Special Education teacher, as well as the Special Education Director for our school district for over 10 years, which allowed me to be in the company of these individuals from a young age....

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I love caring for others. I am kind, and patient. I like to make people smile. I like to devout my time to anyone in need.
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Reina M.


East Lansing, MI

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

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I have been caring for children since the age of 10, beginning with family members (younger sister and cousins) and at the age of 12, I started babysitting for non-family members. Having cared for children with ASD, emotional disorders, behavior disorders, and many other special needs, I have also cared for many children with...
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Katelyn G.


DeWitt, MI

$14-15/hr1 yrs exp

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Special needs care is my passion. I watched my mom care for my aunt growing up and have had a lot more of my own experience since. I have worked in two facilities for adults and children in need of special care where services required of me included bathing, feeding, toileting, repositioning, passing meds, and spending quality...
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Chloe R.


Okemos, MI

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Chloe and I am so excited to work with your family. As far as introducing myself, I am senior Pre-Med student at Michigan State University with hopes of becoming a Pediatric Geneticist! I have over 6 years of working with children from every age and background including special needs. I am first aid...

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Ratings for Lansing, MI special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.2 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Lansing, MI are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.