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Brenna S.

Life Skills Support

Ada, MI

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I'm passionate about helping others navigate life's challenges by offering compassionate, thoughtful, and empowering support. I currently work at a local university in a program that supports inclusive post-secondary education for students with intellectual disabilities. My role involves serving as a social-emotional support for...
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Kind & Patient Speech Language Pathologist Caregiver

Ada, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Riley and I just moved to the east side from Grand Rapids for my first speech and language pathology job where I am working in an outpatient therapy clinic with pediatrics. I have a heart for helping others and especially those with exceptional needs and I would love to use my day off (Wednesday/the weekend) to...
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Graduate Educated Patient/Fun Babysitter!

Ada, MI

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$25/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Riley & I just recently relocated back to my hometown of GR after living in Metro Detroit for the past two year. I work as a pediatric speech and language pathologist by day, however am trying to find weekend/date night work! A little bit about my experience: I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 15, I am...
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Crafts And The Outdoors MOST FUN EVER

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
CURRENTLY OFFERING: Day time appointments Date night **Hourly minimum: $21/hr. - ABOUT ME: 30-years-old. Social Worker. Grand Valley State University alumni. GVSU Grad student. - EXPERIENCE: Build-A-Bear Workshop Elementary Team Lead at Boys & Girls Club Bashor Children's Home (Residential) Wedgwood Christian Services...

Stephanie W. says "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...

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Experienced Fun-loving Babysitter Willing To Work Around Schedules

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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...

Annie M. says "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...

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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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Part-time And Full-time Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
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$11/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting for the past 9 years. My experience goes past just babysitting. I also worked as a before/after school care giver for 5 years in a private christian school. In addition to that I was also a Preschool aid for the two years following my graduation from High school. I have experience with children with...

Jennifer C. says "Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She is willing...

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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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Fun Sitter!

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! I am a very friendly, reliable, patient, and creative person. I am also CPR infant and adult certified as well as first aid certified. I love the outdoors and getting my hands dirty! I also love all animals :) I have experience in special needs children along with taking them to and from their therapies and assisting...

Nancy B. says "Absolutely a blast to be around! She is super sweet and funny! She cleaned without being asked when my daughter was down for a nap and always stuck around...

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Over 10+ Years Experience, Energetic Professional Ready To Entertain Your Child/Children & Or Pets!

Belmont, MI

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Amanda & I'd love to apply for your position. I took a babysitter course through our local hospital where I worked as a nurse assistant. I have lots of childcare experience from the age of 14. I've cared for infants to pre-teens, including children on the spectrum or with seizure disorders. (My ex-husband had...

Sarah D. says "Amanda was very reliable, full of energy & helped with things around the house while she cared for our son last summer! She took him places all the time &...

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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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Rockford, MI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Kim, or Miss Kim as my past nannied kiddos and current daycare kiddos call me. I am 27 years old and have been watching children since I was 11. I started my first regular babysitting job for a special needs baby at 16. I worked as a nanny for a few months before my former boss opened a daycare, I worked there for...

Grace B. says "Kim was on-time, friendly, and great with my two kids. We will definitely be contacting her to babysit again!"

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Experienced Babysitter

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I have been working in child care since I was 13 years old. I have worked with all ages ranging from newborns to teenagers. I have spent a lot of time working with special needs children too. I am currently a resident at Nemours Children's Hospital and I enjoy babysitting in my free time. I'd be a great fit if you were looking...

Sarah R. says "She was lovely and handled bedtime with our little baby well!"

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Sitter/Nanny

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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...

Douglas B. says "Maddie helped us out last minute and did a great job with our kids. Very friendly and reliable!"

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Part Time Senior Companion Care

Grand Rapids, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
mobility assistance
errands
+ 1 more
Hello! I have always had a passion for connecting with and helping seniors. I enjoy getting to know seniors, having conversations with them and listening to their life stories. I am searching for a job as a companion. I am college educated and I am dependable , compassionate, and caring. I am willing to do light housekeeping,...
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Extremely Active, Athletic, And FUN Sitter!

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a former collegiate athlete (soccer) and coach for younger premier athletes and have always been passionate about working with kids and helping to develop personalities and interests! I have four years of experience working in special needs classes and five years of experience working as a sitter/nanny for all ages and have...
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Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
My first job was in daycare. I spent 6 years working with all the different age groups. I shouldn't call it working, I was playing, teaching, and guiding children. I loved caring for kids so much that I had 5 of my own! Mine are grown up, some are off at college now. I miss taking care of little ones. I currently work early...
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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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$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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I Am A CNA Who Is Reliable, Friendly, And Provides Gentle Care.

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
home modification
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
My goal is to provide assistance with all activities of daily living, for anyone who is in need of the assistance. Since 2005 I have worked as a CNA where my compassion for my job has grown tremendously. Throughout my career I have worked in long term care, rehab, and assisted living. I have experience working with geriatric...
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Kate H.

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...

- Stephanie W.

Delaney H.

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...

- Annie M.

Alison S.

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...

- Grace C.

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