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I am part of an organization called Best Buddies. There is a chapter at Eastern Michigan University and one-to-one friendships are created between college students and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I have been part of this organization for a year and about to start a leadership position. I have worked...
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Hannah F.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20-23/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny

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Hi, I'm Hannah and I'm 26 years old! I have over 10 years of professional childcare experience including 7 years of special needs experience. I have the most experience with newborn to 4yo. I'm trained in CPR, both adult and children, along with first aid, and AEDs. I've worked in preschools, a daycare center, and privately as a...
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Jessi M.


Grand Rapids, MI

$16-24/hr4 yrs exp

Specials Needs Caregiver/ Nanny

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Hi! I am a reliable, patient, and creative person with approximately four years of nannying experience and three years of professional teaching experience with children with special needs. With me, I will take the time to build relationships with your child and family to understand their unique needs and interests to better care...
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Amanda M.


Grand Rapids, MI

$11-16/hr1 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...
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Megan M.


Grand Rapids, MI

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

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I have worked both in one on one settings caregiving for people with special needs, as well as in group settings. With a cousin with special needs, I grew up babysitting and caring for her for the past 14 years. Additionally, last year I worked at a nonprofit that provides art and music community classes to people with physical...
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Marcy P.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hoping To Assist Families With Providing The Highest Quality Of Care For Their Loved Ones.

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15+ years with child care, teaching, first aid, CPR, 10 yrs providing care in all settings with all types of individuals at Pine Rest, Supervised 5 AFC homes and 75+ staff at Pine Rest as well as new staff educator.
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Brooke M.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny Services

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I offer Special Needs Nanny Services, specializing in Learning Disabilities and Autism Spectrum. Additionally, I hold certifications in American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, Bloodborne Pathogens, and possess extensive experience in washing, dressing, grooming, repositioning, medication management, and seizure...
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Anna S.


Grand Rapids, MI

$25-36/hr7 yrs exp

Caring Woman Wanting To Help Others

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I am currently going to school to become an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA). I have experience as a nanny, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), home health aide, and clinical secretary at a hospital. Additional experience with tube feeding, dressing, transfers, feeding, and more! Contact me if you think I'd be a good fit!
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Rachel M.


Lowell, MI

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Just A Little About Me...

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I'd describe my personality as joyful, creative, reliable. I started working with kids when I was around 12 years old. In my spare time, I like to run, bike, read, and journal. One thing you should know about me is I have a social work degree and have worked with several kids who have struggled with special needs. My...
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Mykala V.


Grand Rapids, MI

$18-30/hr4 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...
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Bridget A.


Grand Rapids, MI

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

Care Giver For Individuals With Disabilities

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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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Emily M.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Creative Nanny That Loves Nature And Art!

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Hello! My name is Rue, (my legal name is Emily) and I live in Bellingham, WA with my fiance, our dog, and our cat! I am looking for a family to work 20-30 hours a week with. I have years of experience nannying children as well as working with adults with special needs. I have nannied children as young as 3 months old and love...
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Gabrielle N.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Creative Caregiver

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Day camp counselor for youth of all ages; CPR certified; experience with youth with special needs; taken child development courses; multiple years of experience with newborns, infants, and toddlers; fan of craft time and going to the park.
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Jessalynn O.


Grand Rapids, MI

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time And Full-time Caregiver

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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...
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Antoinette C.


Grand Rapids, MI

$23-50/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi everyone, my name is Antoinette. I just graduated with my doctorate in Occupational Therapy in April and will be taking the summer to work and study for boards. I'm responsible, kind, and compassionate and have a wide range of experience from working in the school system and outpatient pediatrics to assisted living facilities...
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Keely L.


Grand Rapids, MI

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced And Compassionate Caregiver With Heart For Special Needs

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I have worked closely with children and adults with all kinds of special needs since high school. My sister is an OT for children with autism and I have also been a babysitter for a young neighbor with Down syndrome for several months. I work closely with the Special Olympics Michigan and am comfortable with non-verbal and needs...
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Tori S.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20-24/hr4 yrs exp

Fun And Empathetic Care Giver

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Hi! I am currently a speech-language pathologist looking to do some babysitting on Friday/Saturday/Sunday. I have many years of experience ranging from tutoring, working at a nursing home as a recreation assistant, and working at a daycare as an assistant teacher.
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Amanda M.


Grand Rapids, MI

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

Amanda M

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Hello! My name is Amanda M. I am going to be a junior at Aquinas College this upcoming fall. I am a Learning Disabilities Major (K-12) with a history minor. In high school, I was a part of the LINKS program where I assisted students with both cognitive and physical disabilities. I helped tutor them as well. For the past 3 years,...
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Maeve S.


Grand Rapids, MI

$14-20/hr5 yrs exp

Elementary Teacher

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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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Koriel C.


Grand Rapids, MI

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello everyone, I am a fun, energetic person that has a true love for children. I have a love for caring for people since I was a child my dream job was to be a mother. I have a5-year-old little brother that was born when I was 16, due to my mother's health I helped her out a lot with him and within his first years of life, he...

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