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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...
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"There aren't enough stars to rate her, honestly. I adore her and more importantly, my girls absolutely adore her (6yo, 4yo). She's been in our lives for over two years and has been dependable, caring, sweet,...
Reviewed by Roxanne L.
Jessica D.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Graduate Student Looking For Evening/Weekend Opportunities
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My name is Jess! I am a full time graduate student studying physical therapy at GVSU and am looking for some occasional babysitting opportunities! Since I am a student, my schedule will vary - but I am generally available in the evenings on weekdays and most of the day Friday through Sunday! I babysat all through high...
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"Jess watched my kids for a full day while I was at work. She was on time, helped my son get on and off the bus, and even stayed a little longer to play with my daughter after school because she was so excited...
Reviewed by Ruth M.
Amanda G.
Grand Rapids, MI
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Over 10+ Years Experience, Energetic Professional Ready To Entertain Your Child/Children & Or Pets!
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My name is Amanda & I'd love to apply for your position. I took a babysitter course through our local hospital where I worked as a nurse assistant. I have lots of childcare experience from the age of 14. I've cared for infants to pre-teens, including children on the spectrum or with seizure disorders. (My ex-husband had...
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"Amanda was very reliable, full of energy & helped with things around the house while she cared for our son last summer! She took him places all the time & was fully engaged with him while my husband & I were at...
Reviewed by Sarah D.
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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.
Ashley R.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
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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.
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"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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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...
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"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.
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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...
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"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."
Reviewed by Ben B.
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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...
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"Came with activities and great energy! Kids loved her! "
Reviewed by Kristi K.
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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...
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"She was lovely and handled bedtime with our little baby well!"
Reviewed by Sarah R.
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Hi my names Gracy! I'm very patient with children and infants and love helping them learn while also having fun. I have several years of experience aiding and assisting special needs infants/children and adults.
I like to be dependable and responsible by being well-planned and thought out, while also knowing that things have a...
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"Gracy is a very kind hearted, and professional nanny. I have had a lot of under qualified and unreliable nanny’s in the past and having gracy made our families life so much easier. She cares for the kids and...
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Lauren R.
Hudsonville, MI
$10-15/hr
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I have been a part of the LINKS program in my high school for three years. This is a class where I was paired one on one with a student whom I assisted in their general education classes. I also assisted a special education teacher in a classroom. The past two summers I taught swim lessons to special needs students. Through...
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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.
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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Hi there! I am a full time therapist in Holland who grew up babysitting and is in search of a family to help out on the weekends. I come with amazing references and experience of over 10 years with infants, children with special needs, and multiples! I look forward to chatting.
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I am 1 of 6 girls in my family and have always been around looking after my sisters. In high school I would babysit on my weekends for my teachers children as well as families of children that my parents knew. In high school I also worked with special needs children for two years and it was an amazing experience.
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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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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...
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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...
Jill H.
Hastings, MI
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have experience working with special needs, pets, and seniors. I can handle medication, meal prep and light housework. I love experiencing new activities, crafting, outside and indoor playtime with children. I am a pure pet lover, am capable of pet sitting, walking and overnight stays. I enjoy listening to your grandparents or...
Alexa L.
Grand Rapids, MI
$21-31/hr
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Hello! My name is Alexa and I am a 21 yr old kid lover. During my senior year of highschool I took a lifeguarding class and an early childhood education course (both included guiding and teaching special education children ages 5 to 17), followed by coaching 3 to 15 yr olds, and nannying for 3 years. Joy for me comes from making...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Caledonia, MI
Sofia M.
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 from home. Days were filled with dance parties and activities to prep our oldest for...
- Ted P.
Jessica D.
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Jess watched my kids for a full day while I was at work. She was on time, helped my son get on and off the bus, and even stayed a little longer to play with my daughter after school because she was so excited to see her again. Would recommend and hope to hire again!
- Ruth M.
Amanda G.
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Amanda was very reliable, full of energy & helped with things around the house while she cared for our son last summer! She took him places all the time & was fully engaged with him while my husband & I were at work, sending us pictures & texts frequently to always keep us in the know, which we...
- Sarah D.
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.
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