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Ashley R.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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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.
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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5.0
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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...
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.
5.0
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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...
5.0
"Alissa was great with our infant and very accommodating with our schedules!"
Reviewed by Kelsey P.
5.0
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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...
5.0
"Came with activities and great energy! Kids loved her! "
Reviewed by Kristi K.
5.0
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I have a passion for helping others and sharing my passion for art. I love to work creatively with children and adults. I have over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. I also have experience working with children and adults with special needs. For the past 6 months I have been a caregiver for an elderly...
5.0
"Claire is fantastic. We are so lucky to have found her. She provides such loving care and is so personable and reliable. SO GRATEFUL! Would hire her over and over!"
Reviewed by Amy B.
Shelby P.
Grand Rapids, MI
$16-27/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! I am 24 years old. I am studying to be a nurse at Grand Valley State University. I was a Certified Nursing Assistant for 2 years at Trinity Health St. Mary's Hospital. I am CPR certified and have work with kids as small as 3 months to kids that have special needs since I was 15. All of my friends and family will agree when I...
5.0
"Shelby interacts with the children and keeps them entertained! She would take them outdoors and play lots of games. Also, really good at keeping them on their nap/bedtime routines and eating healthy. Shelby...
Reviewed by Sarah B.
5.0
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Hi! My name is Sofia and I'm looking for a family to help once a week during this fall. I'm in my senior year at WMU, studying nursing. I grew up in the Saint Joseph area and enjoy the beach and outdoors. My most recent experience has been watching multiple families (ages 16, 13, 11, and 9; 9 and 3; 2. 5 and 7 wks old; and 2 yr...
5.0
"Our kids and our big bloodhound LOVE Sofia. We have had her watch our kids (ages 1 and 5) and pup overnight multiple times. We also had her watch the girls a few times during the pandemic while we were working...
Reviewed by Ted P.
Andrea H.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I work at our local Cheboygan Area High School as a Special Needs Aide, where I habe been for close to five years. In the summers I work with elder residents as a certified Nurse Aide and often sit for our lake neighbors! Would love to help out and get to know your little one while you explore our great area! Thanks!
5.0
"Andrea is the best caregiver that we’ve ever had. Her attention to detail and nurturing personality make her an ideal caregiver. We would HIGHLY recommend her. Having three boys is hard even for me to handle...
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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...
Keely L.
Grand Rapids, MI
$11-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible, Compassionate, And Experienced Caregiver, Specialty In Special Needs
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I am an honest, organized, and extremely committed person with a special heart for children, and people with special needs. In my years of experience, I have been a swim instructor to very young children, a nanny to kids from infant to high school, and a full-time teacher in a science museum for kids of all ages. I also have...
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Hello, I'm a 23-year-old female who is currently earning my bachelor's degree in criminal justice at Ferris State University! I'm new to Care. com and looking for a summer job. I have experience working at a daycare center taking care of 1st through 3rd graders. I'm also experienced in taking care of children with special needs....
Caitlin F.
Byron Center, MI
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I grew up with a younger brother who has autism and have worked in an ASD classroom along with receiving training throughout my schooling.
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I have babysat children for the past 12 years, including children with special needs and children from diverse backgrounds. I love children and the joy they bring to life.
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I am an 18-year-old college student looking for a nanny job over the summer. I am currently studying Music Education at Willamette University in Salem, Oregon. I am from Grandville, Michigan and will be back for the summer. I have my own car, am willing to help out with cooking and cleaning around the house, and am able to...
Nicole V.
Hastings, MI
$13-18/hr
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Hello, my name is Nicole. I have experience dealing with special needs. I can clean, cook, and help out whatever I can. I'm majoring in biology to be a nurse. I am CPR certified and I have my own transportation. I'm available anytime you would need me. Let me know if you have any questions.
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Hi! Im Riley! I am looking for a weekday part-time or full time job working with kids this summer. I enjoy having fun and doing activities and projects. During the school year I work as a dance teacher for preschool and elementary students. I also work on Sundays at The Vine Church as their Sunday school director for children...
Lia Y.
Grand Rapids, MI
$27-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experience Working with Children, Adults, and Special Needs Individuals
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I'm a mom of 3 boys and I have worked for several years with developmentally disabled adults. I love children and the joy they bring to life. I also love working with people who have special needs and have experience with people with a diverse spectrum of disabilities. I enjoy life and seek to bring happiness to those around me...
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I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old, I'm now 28. I have tons of experience with children including children with special needs. I currently work for a school that deals with emotional impairment(special needs) and I love it. I am fun, playful, caring, love being around kids, and very patient.
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Hello! I have been an active babysitter since I was 16 years old, leaving me with 10 years of experience. I currently work full-time as a School Psychologist for a local school district. I have graduate training in child development and applied behavior analysis. I have experience working with kids with disabilities, including...
Katelyn P.
Hastings, MI
$17-26/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I am a hard working individual with a heart for kids. I am currently a short term nanny for a beautiful 9-month-old girl; I have worked with her since she was 4 months. Before this experience, I worked for 2 years at a public school as a special needs paraprofessional with 9 children.
In the past, I have worked for 2 different...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Alto, MI
Ashley R.
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
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.
Alissa E.
5.0
She was lovely and handled bedtime with our little baby well!
- Sarah R.
Savannah G.
5.0
Came with activities and great energy! Kids loved her!
- Kristi K.
Claire P.
5.0
Claire is fantastic. We are so lucky to have found her. She provides such loving care and is so personable and reliable. SO GRATEFUL! Would hire her over and over!
- Amy B.
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