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Amy S.

Special Needs Care Experience

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
3 years experience
As a Foster parent and mother I gained experience with Autism, ADHD, ADD and Sensory integration. As a Nanny I gained experience with a G tube, a seizure plan, OT, PT, ST for limited mobility, blindness, cognitive and hearing impairment.
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Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
7 years experience
Hello! I have over 12 years of experience working hands on with children during various babysitting/nannying jobs. I also have approximately 7 years of experience working in Home Health Care as a care provider. During these jobs I often worked with individuals living with complex health issues and/or disabilities. I have...
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Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
3 years experience
I am junior at Indiana Wesleyan University, where I am double majoring in Elementary Education and Exceptional Needs Education. I have successfully completed two of my Exceptional Needs practicums - meaning I have spent two semesters learning from a Special Needs teacher and teaching in their classrooms. I have worked closely...
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Part Time Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
6 years experience
Hello! My name is Alison. I have over 5 years of professional experience as a special needs caregiver. I have completed CLS course work through Network 180 necessary to become a caregiver, along with yearly renewals of certification. I have experience with Autism, cognitive/developmental delays, Down syndrome and schizophrenia....

Grace C. says "Alison was a delightful addition to our summer days. She was always on time and very dependable. The icing on the cake was that our daughter loved having...

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Nanny Experienced Special Needs Provider

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
I am the Mother of 3 Adult Children and I have three grand children. I frequently babysits my 10-month-old grand daughter. I was employed with Kenowa Hills Public Schools for 5 years. 1 Yr working at the High School in an Autism Room. 2 Yrs working at the Middle School in an Autism Room. 1 Yr working at the Elementary School...
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I've Mostly Worked With Child With Special Needs. I Like Working With Younger Children.

Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, organized and efficient I like working with kids because I love working with kids. I enjoy being able to be a big kid with kids. Kids are sponges. I'm looking for a job that I can offer daily skills. Help children with speech and programs to help them thrive I started working with...
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Special Needs Care Giver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
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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Special Needs Support

Grand Rapids, MI

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$14/hr
1 year experience
I have 1 year of experience caring for individuals with autism and other co-existing diagnosis. I am capable of assisting individuals in becoming the most independent version of themselves. A few examples of the daily tasks that I have assisted with include passing medications, taking vitals, stimming, & behavioral management....
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Nanny/Special Needs Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$17/hr
9 years experience
Hi, I'm Kylee! I am 23 years old, and I have been nannying since I was 14. I have worked with kids 3 months to 14 years old. I have experience working with children in a pediatric rehabilitation setting. I love working with and being around kids! :)
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Social Work Student Looking To Work With Special Needs

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
I have a few experiences working with kids with special need specifically autism and downs syndrome. I love working with all kids but am interested in working with special needs kids in the future so this would be great experience! I am easy to work with and am very patient with kids.
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Special Needs Provider

Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
6 years experience
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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Special Needs- Care Provider

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
4 years experience
I have experience in caring for children and adults with down syndrome, autism, and food allergies. I, myself have also grown up with family with special needs of which are cared for with equal respect and tons of love and patience.
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Special Needs Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience with children with : ASD - coursework and placement in a kindergarten for students with ASD ADHD - nanny and tutor experience for several students with ADHD Learning disabilities - personal caregiver for a sister with learning disabilities Developmental delay - coursework and teaching experience with children...
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Special Ed In Home Teacher And/or Care Giver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$17/hr
10 years experience
My name is Trudy and I graduated from Calvin University with a Bachelor's degree in Special Education in 2014 and worked as a full time care giver for 2 adults with physical and developmental disabilities the summer before I found a teaching job. I have spent the last 10 years teaching young adults with physical and cognitive...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
8 years experience
I have helped and dealt with special needs children and adults since I was a young child. I have four handicapped cousins that I cared for a lot while my aunt was working. Now that she is retired I don't see them that often, but when I do I have such a great time. I wouldn't change them for the world. I have taken care of them...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
3 years experience
I am currently a medical at the MSU. I hope to specialize in physical medicine and rehabilitation. My passion of helping others comes from my own brother. He suffered a ruptured brain aneurysm at the age of 18 leaving him severely handicapped. I have grown up my whole life learning how to take care of him. It has truly made me...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
6 years experience
I have always had love for kids with special needs and that all started from a very young age. Growing up I spent the summers camping with family friends that has a girl with down syndrome. In addition to just hanging out with her I also helped her with school. Once I entered High school I started babysitting a family once a...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Currently going to Ferris State University for Elementary education. I have worked with kids all the way through 12th grade. I have dealt with all type of children and have always made the best of it. I am very fun, kind, and hard working and would be a great fit for your family.
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I work as a Community Living Support Aide for Indian Trails Camp in Standale, MI. I work one on one with my clients to do either morning care, night care, or going out into the community. I am experienced with hoyer transfers, brief changing, showers, med passing and much more for adults who are wheel-chair bound. I have only...
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Care Giver For Individuals With Disabilities

Grand Rapids, MI

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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I've worked a variety of jobs for individuals with disabilities including setting like camp, community based, and afc homes. I completed 2 yrs of college for social work. I'm up to date on Network180 trainings and adult CPR certified. I currently work as a paraprofessional in an emotional impairment classroom M-F during...
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