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

Review for Maddie S. by Douglas B.

Absolutely wonderful, my daughter loves her. She’s so patient, punctual, and great with crafts!

Review for Henrietta M. by Care member

She was lovely and handled bedtime with our little baby well!

Review for Alissa E. by Sarah R.

Special needs caregivers in Alto, MI

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Lynn S.


Alto, MI

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in a few Autism classrooms in Caledonia for several years. I Love the kids. Not just kids. I've also have had a lot of experience with adults/seniors and enjoy being able to help in anyway.
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Cassidy H.


Alto, MI

$18-23/hr4 yrs exp

I love working with kids. I have 5 younger siblings and I am 16 years older than my youngest sibling so growing up I was always used to having babies and little kids around. Now I am a mom of 4 sweet girls. I need a part time job and would love to work with kids again. In high school I was a nanny for 2 summers, I babysat a...
Cassidy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Rose K.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

I have 5 years experience taking care of children with autism, behavior challenges, on trach and ventilators. Provided bathing, dressing, meal preparation, feeding tubes, medication administration, range of motion exercises, transportation to doctors appointments, getting ready for school - take school bus, Changing diapers
I am a teacher in with GSRP program and have 5 children of our own. I am very comfortable with children of all ages and several children at a time. I am energetic, loving, quick on my feet, and have a plethora of strategies and activities to pull from. I love to be outdoors, bake/cook, listen to music (aka-dance party), read, do...
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Eena W.


Grand Rapids, MI

$11-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Of Your Family

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Ms. Eena, an experienced educator, caregiver, and mentor with over 15 years of experience working with children of all ages. I hold a graduate degree in educational leadership, experience with the Montessori method, I'm certified in First Aid, CPR, and swimming instruction. I have extensive experience with infants, children...
Eena can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked as a Behavior Technician with kids ages 3-17 for just under two years, as well as nannying and babysitting for about two years before that. I have lots of experience with special needs children, as well as babies, and toddlers. I'm also able to assist with homework if needed. CPR trained for children and infants, as...
Yaren can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Emily H.


Grand Rapids, MI

$11-15/hr

Special Population Aid

I have been working and caring for a number of children in the special population for 6 years. I love to learn the way each child works and their own preferences and dislikes, this allows me to get closer to fully understanding them as the person they are.
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Maddie S.


Grand Rapids, MI

$13-23/hr9 yrs exp

Sitter/Nanny

5.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

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...
Maddie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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Henrietta M.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-40/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny Experienced Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Henrietta can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Absolutely wonderful, my daughter loves her. She’s so patient, punctual, and great with crafts! "

Care member

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Alissa E.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

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...
Alissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My kids and I LOVE Alissa. She is dependable, easy to talk to, loves my kids and dogs. She even surprised me with a super clean kitchen when I got home. We will miss her when she goes back to school this fall, but hope she will always be a part of our family and...

Michele K.

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Alison S.


Grand Rapids, MI

$23-30/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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....
5.0
"Alison is a wonderful caregiver to each of my grown sons...ages 30 and 38. They each have different needs and she is so helpful to both of them. They share a condo and she always makes sure they do their chores with utmost kindness. She helps them cook, grocery...

Elyce F.

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Amy S.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-28/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Care 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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Ashley R.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

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.
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 recommend her to anyone. "

Care member

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Jessalynn O.


Grand Rapids, MI

$11-15/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time And Full-time Caregiver

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...
Jessalynn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"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 to go above and beyond and do whatever you need. I highly recommend Jessa for anyone looking for a dependable and...

Jennifer C.

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Charvella H.


Wyoming, MI

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Cool But Very Responsible Sitter

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I love children of all ages. I have watched children from newborns to the age of 13. I also have experience with special needs children. I love being around children, they keep me up to date with the world. I am also competitive, so if your children like to race or play video games, let's do it! (I always let them win). I love...
Charvella can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Super prompt, professional and responsive. Charvella watched both our 3 month old and toddler. Our 2 yo daughter warmed up to her right away. I would highly recommend her."

Ben B.

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Grace A.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Child Care Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Gracy. I have a passion for working with children and infants, and I strive to create an environment where learning and fun go hand in hand. With several years of experience supporting children of all abilities, including those with special needs, I take pride in being dependable and responsible. I understand...
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Grace was wonderful with my daughter. She was very attentive and caring and my daughter was comfortable with her, putting me at ease. She reached out with questions in advance and showed up on time. I couldn’t recommend her more!"

Care member

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Kate H.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-21/hr10 yrs exp

Crafts And The Outdoors MOST FUN EVER

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Kate can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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...

Stephanie W.

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Katherine S.


Grand Rapids, MI

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic And Fun Loving Sitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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...

Elissa H.

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Rachel B.


Belding, MI

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Rachel, and I am a full-time nanny. I am CPR certified in infant through adult, as well as first aid, and blood borne pathogen procedures. I work as a long term nanny (2+ years of employment preferred). The Nanny industry has held my heart for 11 years now. Over a span of 20 years, my livelihood has been dedicated to...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel has a vast knowledge of child care and development. She is patient and calm and I have found her easy to work with. I volunteered under her direction in the church setting. I learned a lot from her."

Carla G.

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Delaney H.


Grand Rapids, MI

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Fun-loving Babysitter Willing To Work Around Schedules

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Delaney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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 considers a healthy meal, and how she handles discipline...

Annie M.

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