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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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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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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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Nanny Experienced Special Needs Provider

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
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
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
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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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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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 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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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 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 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 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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$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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Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
2 years experience
Registered nurse in pediatric neurology, urology, and transplant. Clinical experience working with spinal cord injuries, developmental delays, cognitive impairment, autism, down syndrome
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$25/hr
8 years experience
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, sweet, caring I started caring for people with special needs when I volunteered in a classroom for students with Autism in High School In my spare time, I like to exercise! I enjoy reading, lifting weights, running, and spending time with friends.
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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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Elementary Teacher

Grand Rapids, MI

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$14/hr
5 years experience
I'm an elementary teacher during the school year who has a concentration in special education. I also have tons of experience working with and assisting individuals with various disabilities and exceptionalities.
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
4 years experience
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...
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