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Hi! My name is Courtney I am an energetic, patient, and kind hearted person who has found a love for watching and taking care of children. I have one child of my own who is two. I have been working with children for about five plus years now. I started as a teenager every weekend I would work in the nursery, toddler, and...
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CURRENTLY OFFERING:
Day time appointments
Date night
**Hourly minimum: $20/hr.
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ABOUT ME:
29-years-old.
Social Worker.
Grand Valley State University alumni.
GVSU Grad student.
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EXPERIENCE:
Build-A-Bear Workshop
Elementary Team Lead at Boys & Girls Club
Bashor Children's Home (Residential)
Wedgwood Christian Services...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Kate is amazing with kids! We have three children (ages 3, 5, 7) who've had very little interaction with sitters for the past two years due to the pandemic. Kate engaged with them immediately- through games...
Reviewed by Stephanie W.
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I'm a positive and energetic person who adores kids. I am the proud "Fun Aunt" to my beautiful 3-year-old Niece and my firecracker 6-year-old Nephew. I graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Speech Language Pathology. Not only did I grow up as the (go to) babysitter on my street for 15+ years, I am...
Recent review:
5.0
Kate is wonderful! She actually reached out to our family through Care.com after seeing a post about our need for help with remote learning when school closed due to COVID-19. I'm so glad she did! She was great...
Reviewed by Elissa H.
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Hello! I'm an experienced and dedicated individual with a passion for providing quality care to children. With a 5 year background as a 6th grade teacher and and a bachelor's degree in elementary and special education, I bring a wealth of knowledge and understanding to childcare. As the oldest of 7 siblings, I have honed my...
Recent review:
5.0
Came with activities and great energy! Kids loved her!
Reviewed by Kristi K.
Joyce S.
Grand Rapids, MI
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Reliable And Friendly Nanny With A Passion For Childcare
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My name is Joyce. I will be moving to Grand Rapids at the beginning of June, but I am originally from Brazil. Some of my interests include sports, reading, kids, learning about different cultures, and exploring new places and languages. Some of my strengths include my adaptability to new positions, my passion and motivation to...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Joyce was amazing. I interviewed her for my daughter and immediately loved her. I had guest in town with little ones and instantly contacted her to help. With no hesitation she was here to care for 10 year old...
Reviewed by Tina M.
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Hello! I am so excited to be on your potential list for a summer nanny! I am a 2022 College graduate and am currently teaching special education at the elementary level ! I am currently looking for a summer nannying position after the school year (early June) until I have to head back to my classroom (early-mid August). I have...
Recent review:
5.0
Maddie helped us out last minute and did a great job with our kids. Very friendly and reliable!
Reviewed by Douglas B.
Delaney H.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Fun-loving Babysitter Willing To Work Around Schedules
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Hello! I started off babysitting for family and friends at about 13 years old and since then I have expanded to anyone in need of a caregiver. I have experience working at a daycare center where I was an assistant teacher for children 3 to 4 years old. At the daycare I enjoyed helping the children with crafts, reading, and...
Recent review:
5.0
We interviewed Delaney for a full-time nanny position for our two girls. She showed up to the interview on-time and did a great job. We asked questions around her top 3 responsibilities as a nanny, what she...
Reviewed by Annie M.
Jessica D.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Graduate Student Looking For Evening/Weekend Opportunities
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My name is Jess! I am a full time graduate student studying physical therapy at GVSU and am looking for some occasional babysitting opportunities! Since I am a student, my schedule will vary - but I am generally available in the evenings on weekdays and most of the day Friday through Sunday! I babysat all through high...
Recent review:
5.0
Jess watched my kids for a full day while I was at work. She was on time, helped my son get on and off the bus, and even stayed a little longer to play with my daughter after school because she was so excited...
Reviewed by Ruth M.
Ashley R.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm Ashley and I have seven plus years experience working with individuals of varying needs and disabilities. I've been hired for special events as well as regular care.
Recent review:
5.0
Ashley has been an amazing caregiver for my wheelchair bound Aunt who has cognitive disability and early onset dementia. She has been an asset and miracle worker to our family and Aunt. I would absolutely...
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Hello! My name is Kate! I am bilingual speech language pathologist fluent in ASL and English. I am looking to connect with families that need some part time child care. Throughout my education I focused on child and language development. I have experience working with individuals with special needs across the lifespan. I look...
Adanna M.
Rockford, MI
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Adanna, and I'm currently studying Behavioral Neuroscience at GVSU part-time. On the weekends and serve and bartend at a small restaurant in Grand Rapids. I grew up playing any sport you can imagine and played softball at a national level for 5 years. I have a younger sister with Down Syndrome , that I absolutely...
Camelin M.
Rockford, MI
$14-21/hr
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I have much experience with babysitting, and I currently work at a daycare in Rockford. I have taught youth sports classes at my local YMCA, and have babysat for many families. I would describe myself as patient and kind, especially with children, as having a special needs younger brother has helped me to develop these...
Marcy P.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a single parent with two teenage children. I have worked with children of all ages in a childcare setting, as well as in private homes, experienced with all developmental levels, and or special needs individuals. I have worked as a lifeguard and swim instructor a behavior therapist for autistic children, as well as sports...
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Hi! I am Morgan, I am a certified paraprofessional with 20 years of experience working with children that has special needs. My intentions is to provide an exciting and safe environment for children to learn and grow. I am currently a junior in college!
Grace K.
Rockford, MI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Grace and I am a graduate student studying speech-language pathology. I have a passion for serving seniors. I was a caregiver for a teen with special needs for two years. In this role, I assisted her in activities of daily living, prepared her meals following a modified diet according to IDDSI standards, took...
Kasey W.
Grand Rapids, MI
$14-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
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Hi! I have been babysitting for about 9 years for neighbors, family, and co-workers' kids of all ages. I am a very reliable and organized person, I love to cook, am willing to help around the house, and enjoy coming up with crafts and activities for the kids to do. I am currently attending Ferris State University, majoring in...
Amanda M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hello, my name is Amanda. I am a very patient, active, ambitious, and outgoing person. Two years ago I babysat for a family during the summer. I cared for a girl and helped take care of her pets as well. I occasionally would drive her to camps and helped her with lunch. I am currently a Learning Disabilities major at Aquinas...
Kate W.
Rockford, MI
$13-18/hr
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Hello! My name is Kate! I am graduate student at CMU, graduating in May to be a speech language pathologist. I am currently applying to work in the school setting for the upcoming school year. But I am hoping to work with a family this summer.
In my undergraduate degree I focused on child development and ASL studies. Now in my...
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 O.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
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Hi! I am a senior nursing student (University of Michigan) who has worked as a nanny and babysitter for about 8 years now. I have experience with children of all ages, from newborn on up, as well as many children with special needs. While I am home from school this summer, I'm looking for some great little ones to care for and...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ada, MI
Kate H.
5.0
Kate is amazing with kids! We have three children (ages 3, 5, 7) who've had very little interaction with sitters for the past two years due to the pandemic. Kate engaged with them immediately- through games and art projects she proactively brought/thought of on her own. My kids always have so much...
- Stephanie W.
Katherine S.
5.0
Kate is wonderful! She actually reached out to our family through Care.com after seeing a post about our need for help with remote learning when school closed due to COVID-19. I'm so glad she did! She was great with our two girls, who were in 2nd and 4th grade at the time. She was energetic, caring...
- Elissa H.
Savannah G.
5.0
Came with activities and great energy! Kids loved her!
- Kristi K.
Joyce S.
5.0
Joyce was amazing. I interviewed her for my daughter and immediately loved her. I had guest in town with little ones and instantly contacted her to help. With no hesitation she was here to care for 10 year old niece, 7 month old nephew and 6 year old daughter. Not to mention also loving on my 10...
- Tina M.
Maddie S.
5.0
Maddie helped us out last minute and did a great job with our kids. Very friendly and reliable!
- Douglas B.
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