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Destiny D.


Benton Harbor, MI

$13-30/hr4 yrs exp

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I'm 19 years old and pursuing a dental hygienist degree. Part time server at portage red lobster! I love kids! I currently have a 7-month-old named Dallas:)) I have years in experience and also grew up with a special needs sister. I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Travel, Grocery Shopping, Meal Preparation, and...
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Brianna H.


Benton Harbor, MI

$16-17/hr3 yrs exp

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I've worked with kids all my life. I work with ages newborns to 17 years of age. I have some experience with children who have special needs. I worked in a childcare center and with children in their homes.
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Lashonda J.


Benton Harbor, MI

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

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I have worked with mentally disabled adults for over 10 years, including working in a group home setting, as well as Adult day care settings.
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Allie Z.


Saint Joseph, MI

$17/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Allie! I started working with kids when I was around 12. I have been around children all my life with younger siblings/ foster siblings and learning from my mom how to nurture children of different ages, backgrounds, and abilities, as I have multiple foster sibling(who have experienced trauma) and a brother with...
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"Allie was a perfect fit for our family. She is patient, caring, and loving with our kids. Our kids had a blast with her and we felt safe with them in her care. I would definitely use Allie again to help our...

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My name is mackenzie! I'm 23 years old and used to be a preschool teacher for 3 years. I have worked with children and teens with many complications, whether it be asthma, diabetes, amputees, etc. I have also worked with people who have autism or mental illness. I am CPR trained and First aid certified.
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Taylor M.


Saint Joseph, MI

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Professional And Fun

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- I am a paraprofessional for a special needs school in berrien county MI school district I have been employed by them for two years I am Therapeutic Crisis Intervention certified this entails Preventing crises from occurring De-escalating potential crises Managing acute crisis phases Learning constructive ways to handle...
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Jodi C.


Saint Joseph, MI

$13-50/hr10 yrs exp

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

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Have a child in Occupational Therapy and looking for summer nanny work? In addition to nanny services, I can provide in home occupational therapy services to supplement summer enrichment and skill retention. I've worked as. Pediatric occupational therapist for 13 years and worked with children with many varying disabling...
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Tiffany R.


Berrien Springs, MI

$18-19/hr7 yrs exp

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Hi my name is Tiffany most people call me Tiff. I've been working with children ever since I was a little girl. When I was a senior in high school I worked along the side of children with disabilities and I really enjoyed it. I truly enjoy all children they bring so much joy into my life. I'd like to continue my education and...
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Brittany C.


Dowagiac, MI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello, My name is Brittany! I am a new 1st-time mom to a baby boy, but I've been babysitting and house-sitting since I was 11. I have experience with children of all ages and backgrounds. I have experience taking care of children with behavioral special needs. I have been active in church my entire life. I was involved in 4-H, &...
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"Brittany is amazing with children. She plays lots of games with them, takes them places, and makes them feel special. She is a really great babysitter. Definitely any one who hires her has a real asset to...

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Lauren C.


Berrien Springs, MI

$10/hr7 yrs exp

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I was a live in nanny for a close family friend for about a year, she was newly divorced working full time and taking classes during the evening. The girls were 18 months and 9 at the time. I still see them a couple times a month; one is now 15 and the other just turned 7! Their mom is remarried with a 9-month-old who I sit for...
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Alicia S.


Berrien Springs, MI

$14-20/hr5 yrs exp

Reliable Caretaker

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I am a mother of three, with lots of additional experience in childcare and education! One of the most recent positions I held was as a Title 1 teacher. In this position I provided learning intervention for at-risk and below benchmark students, created activities and lesson plans to suit the needs of students and provided...
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Elizabeth S.


Covert, MI

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

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I have worked with children of all ages, including those with special needs and care. I have personal experiences with the everyday care dealing with infants. I love working with kids. I am a paraprofessional, helping teachers in multiple classrooms. I volunteer my time helping students out after with school with tutoring and...
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Katie I.


Bridgman, MI

$13/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Reliable Sitter!

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I have always loved children and have been working in childcare centers and private homes, with all ages for over 10 years. Recently I completed my Bachelor's degree in psychology. I have cared for children with extra needs, as well as multiple children at once comfortably. I have a 13-year-old son and have been divorced a few...
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Jocelyn B.


Hartford, MI

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

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I have worked with children with autism for about a year. I have helped them achieve their goals and learn life skills.
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Samantha M.


Buchanan, MI

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Summer Caregiver

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I work in an elementary school solely with students with disabilities. I love my students and would love to work with your child too. I know what comes with working with kids with disabilities- I. E. I'm not afraid they will hurt me, and they cannot scare me off. Working with children that are cognitively or developmentally...
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Tserha V.


Berrien Center, MI

$50-60/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver With A Pediatric Nurse And Kindergarten Teaching Background.

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I have plenty of experience working with both mainstream and special needs in various settings, special schools, hospitals and orphanages abroad as a volunteer. I am compassionate, knowledgeable, kind hearted, punctual and God fearing.
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Stephanie S.


Lawrence, MI

$16-35/hr7 yrs exp

Smile Creator

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I have been in child care for over 7 years. I have worked in a preschool, as well as special needs classrooms. I also did a lot of babysitting when my schedule allowed. I grew up with a large family, on a farm, so I am well equipped for caring for children as well as your pets.
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Paula H.


Buchanan, MI

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

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I have 20 years experience working at school with special needs children. I have worked in grades preschool through 4th as a special education assistant. I have also worked with general education students with reading and writing. I love working one on one with children! At this time, I am available on Saturdays only, as I take...

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