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Julia M.

Reliable, Fun, And Energetic Nanny/sitter

Allendale, MI

5.0(0)
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$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Looking for a part-time position! Available between 6am-12 p.m. Hi families! My name is Julia and I am 21 years old. I am currently a server in the evenings but just ended my full-time nanny for a 1. 5, 5, and 7-year-old, they transitioned their youngest to daycare this fall and will no longer needed me, so I am looking to...
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Elyse

Allendale, MI

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Elyse, I am 22 years old, and I live in Grand Rapids. I attended GVSU for 1. 5 years and took classes for child development and elementary Ed. I have been babysitting since I was 12, and have always loved working with kids. January 2022- August 2022, I nannied 2 boys, ages 3 and 1. August 2022- December...

Philip K. says "We love Elyse! She has been our nanny since our daughter was 10 weeks old. She is everything to our family. Between crafts, meals and tidying up, we would...

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Compassionate Care For Special Needs - Dedicated & Experienced

Allendale, MI

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$20/hr
I specialize in providing compassionate care for individuals with special needs. With experience as an ASD paraprofessional, volunteering with the YWCA, working on a behavioral health floor in a hospital, and serving as an ICU tech at Trinity Health, I bring patience and expertise to my caregiving services. My EMT education...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Allendale, MI

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$21/hr
1 year experience
I am a compassionate and reliable caregiver with years of experience in providing personalized care for individuals with special needs. My passion lies in helping clients maintain a high quality of life by offering physical, emotional and social support tailored to their unique needs and abilities. I have experience in...
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CLS/Respite Care

Allendale, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi there, my name is Matt. I have been working with the DD population for over 10 years now providing both direct care and Supports Coordination. I've worked predominately with adults with a wide range of disabilities including Autism, Down's Syndrome, and Cognitive Impairments. I am passionate about helping people with...
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Allendale, MI

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm Katie! I'm 26 and currently in grad school at Grand Valley studying School Psychology. I've spent the last 3+ years working in schools with kids and young adults (ages 3-26), including those with Autism, cognitive impairments, ADHD, and social-emotional needs. I'm trained in ABA, Positive Behavior Supports, child...
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Allendale, MI

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$13/hr
Hello! My name is Abby and I am going to be an occupational therapist soon, so I love working with this population. I have experience working as a caregiver for a young adult with spinal muscular atrophy and worked with children with ASD in high school. I am also extremely reliable, positive, and patient.
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Allendale, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Most of my experience is with special needs children, but I am looking to branch out and do babysitting and tutoring as well.
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Allendale, MI

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I spend most of my time at the library or volunteering in the community. I am flexible and happy to help where you need me if that's planning engaging activities, or helping with laundry while the kids sleep. I also have experience with special needs children. As a childcare provider with three years of experience, I'm...
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Experienced Nanny

Jenison, MI

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience
I have babysat from age 12 and still do for friends and family. I worked at a daycare as an assistant teacher in the toddler room and quickly realized I wanted to make a career out of childcare. I went through GRCC and got my Child Development Associates Certificate(CDA) and became the lead teacher in the infant room. I planned...

Mandi D. says "Brooke is great with my kids!! She is top on my list when I need child care!"

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Part-time Caregiver Available

Zeeland, MI

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have eight years of experience as a speech language pathologist and love spending time with kiddos! I have a particular love for children with special needs and/or speech-language disorders.
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Hudsonville, MI

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! Im Kaila! I work full time as an RBT at an autism center and am looking to babysit to save up for a new car. Because of my job, I'm very experienced with working 1:1 with ages 2-7 but am comfortable with any age. I'm also very experienced in working with high behaviors and children with special needs. I am also CPR/first aid...
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Child care

Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Nurturing young minds and supporting families is my passion. My three years of childcare experience, caring for children aged 0-11, have solidified my commitment to creating a safe and engaging environment. I am patient, friendly, and comfortable enforcing household rules. I communicate with parents using their preferred method,...
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Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Zeeland, MI

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I have experience in a variety of diagnoses, and I am willing to learn new skills. I have worked with behavior plans, ROM goals, g tube, diet restrictions, breathing treatments, and passing meds as well as all grooming and bathing cares.
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Summer Special Needs Caregiver Available

Hudsonville, MI

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$15/hr
Hi there! I am an incoming senior at Hope College looking for work May-August. I have experience with children with special needs and I am a quick and adaptable learner! I love caring for others and I would love to get to know you!
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Special Needs Caregiver

Zeeland, MI

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Comfortable with special needs persons. My child is level 2 autistic and non verbal. I work with his aac daily.
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Sitter And Mom Helper!

Hudsonville, MI

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I am a wife and Mom of two sons 22 and 18, so always had a busy household with lots of activity! I understand that it's nice to have some help now and again to take a few minutes for yourself - run errands, go for a walk, go to lunch, etc. I'm interested in on-call sitting or part-time work. Let me know if you have any...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello, I am very reliable, patient and kind with people who have special needs. I used to work for Enriched living. Which is adult foster care for young adults and elderlys who have special needs such as autism, Down syndrome, and mobility changes. I absolutely love being a caregiver! I have been a caregiver for about 3-4 years...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Zeeland, MI

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$11/hr
2 years experience
I am a speech-language pathology graduate student at GVSU looking to work with children with special needs. I have experience with individuals on the autism spectrum, as well as those with physical and mental disabilities. I look forward to meeting you and your child with special needs!
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Experienced Companionate Caregiver

Zeeland, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
For over 10 years, I have provided compassionate, hands-on care to individuals of all ages, including seniors and those with disabilities. As a caregiver, I assist with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication reminders, and light housekeeping. I focus on creating a safe, supportive, and...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.67/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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