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Kendra S.

Part-time Caregiver/sitter Available For Summer Vacation Hours And Long-term

Clarkston, MI

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
I have eight plus years of experience in the care giving field with the same client (special needs). Activity planning, transporting, meal prep & passing medication includes some responsibilities I feel will prepare me for future jobs.

Anthony N. says "I cannot say enough wonderful things about Kendra. She has been so great to my two boys. Kendra is so involved with my kids when she takes care of them....

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Clarkston, MI

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$14/hr
1 year experience
Hi My name is Nora! I have a semester of experience supervising special needs students in a high school setting and work training program. Then substituting (Edustaff) for a special ed class a few times at the high school level. I will be starting some new training working with a special needs adult soon, part time. So, I am...
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Young, Happy, Caregiver

Clarkston, MI

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$11/hr
7 years experience
I'm a 19-year-old student currently attending UCSC. I have worked with people with special needs many times. I have worked in a day care for about 7 years, so most of my experience is with children. I would love the opportunity to broaden my experience and get to know more wonderful people. I love helping out and volunteering.
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Experienced Caregiver-companion

Clarkston, MI

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$15/hr
8 years experience
I have eight plus years of experience of working with specials needs stars! My personal experience includes working with Down syndrome, ADHD and Turners' syndrome. I've always worked in a private (in-home) setting so my strong point is one-on-one interaction. My past experience includes monitoring seizures, passing medication...
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Full Time Nanny Available

Clarkston, MI

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am your "super nanny" for hire! I have 20 years of experience working with children, and love what I do! I have been a nanny, as well as a preschool teacher and for 2 summers I worked with special needs kids at a summer day camp. I love to do arts and crafts, ride bikes, go to the park and beach, cook and play games. I don't...
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Clarkston, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a bubbly and extroverted caregiver yet very loving! I enjoy watching kiddos grow and learn new things as I find it heartwarming to know that I have been a part of their journey. I am a mother of my own and am looking for a position that will allow me to care for my 1. 5-year-old son as well. I would like him to get exposure...
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Clarkston, MI

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$20/hr
Dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
I don't have a lot of experience in this field yet, but I adore working with seniors. I have experience with the special needs community and there are some senior participants in the current program I work for. I can provide support with personal care, light house work and great companionship.
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Growing up in Clarkston, I had the opportunity to participate in the many different "buddy programs" where I would pair up with a peer with autism at lunch, recess, or in class. I participated in these programs from 1st-12th grade. In addition, I worked at Clarkston Scamp (a summer camp for kids with special needs) for 7 years....
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Part Time Caregiver

Clarkston, MI

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$11/hr
1 year experience
Last summer I was a camp counselor, which is a camp fro special needs kids. I have also taken child development classes though my high school! I have also volunteered at a local preschool.
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Part-time Nanny

White Lake, MI

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have experience with babies and toddlers including children 10-16 years old. Also I have experience with special needs individuals. Heartsaver, CPR, first aid, AED certified with the American Red Cross. Completed Care. com background check. Rachael G Feb 1, 2024 Dee is a wonderful and caring person who has taken great care of...

Care Member says "Dee worked part time as our nanny for >6 months, taking care of our two sons (18 months and 6 months old when she started watching them). Dee is very...

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Cheryl H Of Davisburg, MI

Davisburg, MI

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, I am a energetic and positive mother of 3 adult children. I have worked for an elementary school for 13 years as at special needs sub. I am currently working with 2 families. One has MS and the other RA. I assist, transport to dr appts /errands and light housework. A lot of what I do is social. I enjoy working with...

Tim J. says "Cheryl is very kind and pleasant. She has been wonderful to work with and we are fortunate to have found her."

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Pontiac, MI

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Peiton. I am 21 years old and located in Bloomfield Hills. I am looking for a new full time childcare position. I have loads of experience which can be shown both on my resume. I am looking for a long term position with a family that I can grow with that is paid through payroll, along with a contract. I work M-TH,...

Sofia K. says "Peiton is great! My boys love her! She is kind, caring, and trustworthy! Highest Recommendations!"

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Auburn Hills, MI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 10 years of care experience including mental health. Specializing in escalations and redirection.

Valentina H. says "My brother needed complex care following a serious accident resulting in need of expert rehabilitation care - transfer from bed to chair, toileting,...

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Part Time/Full Time Caregiver (Special Needs Experience)

Pontiac, MI

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Below is my experience: I am a full time nanny who loves children and would only give the best care and attention to your little one(s). Care includes dressing, bathing, and preparing meals as well as homework help and enrichment. Light cleaning as it relates to the child's care, pick ups/drop offs and errands. I have also...

Victoria C. says "Shironda did a great job with my autistic twin boys! Not at all intimidated! And two non-verbal twin boys can be just that! Would hire again."

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Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Pontiac, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have 4 adult children and 4 grandchildren 2 of my children have special needs I love caring for children It truly brings me joy. I'm not done mothering yet.

Larae T. says "Words won't even begin to describe how blessed I am to have Kenya come into our life and into our home. She's been beyond a blessing that I could of ever...

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Compassionate Caregiver

Auburn Hills, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I am a current nursing student at Oakland University with a passion for helping others. I love to work creatively with children and adults. I have over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages as well as spending the past 4 years in various caregiving positions. I have 3 years of experience caregiving for...

Amy B. says "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...

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Happy Vibes, Experienced With TBI Patients

Waterford, MI

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a very positive, happy vibration that families love to have around. My experience starts over 10 years ago and includes care for toddlers, children, and adults with special needs (specifically traumatic brain injury and autism). I am extremely flexible and can accommodate almost any request. Can assist with dressing,...

Lauren D. says "Margareta is so loving and was wonderful with my boys. They still ask for her! She did tons of activities, was proactive and high energy to always keep...

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MORC Training With Special Needs

Pontiac, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have several years giving care to individuals with mental and or physical needs. I have completed MORC training with reoccurring updates. My experience has come from working with individuals with special needs from the school setting, group homes, and family homes.

Wendi J. says "I needed someone to provide transportation to and from and accompany to the hospital for a minor outpatient surgical procedure. Sabrina did an outstanding...

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Part Time/Summer Special Needs/Child Care Provider

West Bloomfield, MI

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
I am looking for some hours later in the day/ weekend and and more regular summer hours as I am employed by a school district during the school year. For the last 6 years I've worked as a special needs para-educator at an Adult Transition Program for a local school district. I have worked with children and young adults with...
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Let's Have Some Fun

West Bloomfield, MI

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$24/hr
15 years experience
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, friendly and bubbly I started working with kids when when I was in middle school with special needs In my spare time, I like to go swimming, cornhole, bonfires, river fun, my kids, family, friends. I'm also a CNA and I work in the schools with special needs.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.78/hr as of August 2025

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Clarkston, MI

Special Needs Caregivers in Clarkston, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Kendra S.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Kendra. She has been so great to my two boys. Kendra is so involved with my kids when she takes...

- Anthony N.

Denise W.

Dee worked part time as our nanny for >6 months, taking care of our two sons (18 months and 6 months old when she started watching them)....

- Care member

Cheryl H.

Cheryl is very kind and pleasant. She has been wonderful to work with and we are fortunate to have found her.

- Tim J.

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