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Zoe S.

Loving, Experienced Nanny Available For Full-Time Care

East Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting for almost 10 years, and I absolutely love it. To me, caring for children is less of a job and more of a blessing. It warms my heart to be able to watch kids grow and learn, and to know I've been able to be a positive influence in their life fills me with joy. I have experience with children of all ages,...

Heather H. says "Zoe is a very dependable, smart, intuitive woman. She has always had a natural ability with kids, carrying around my children as if they were an...

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East Lansing, MI

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Hi, my name is Matthew and I am currently a sophomore attending Michigan State. I am super passionate about helping others and spreading kindness. I have a lot of experience working with kids from all backgrounds in a variety of settings. Over this past summer, I worked for 9 weeks as a counselor for a Special Needs Playground...
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East Lansing, MI

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$14/hr
2 years experience
Hiii :)) My name is Caitlyn and i'm currently looking for a summer nanny position before I go back to college. I am majoring in psychology and have a passion for helping with children with special needs. Throughout high school I took part in a class that worked with peers that possessed special needs. When I return to school I...
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East Lansing, MI

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$20/hr
7 years experience
I have extensive experience working recreationally and in educational settings with kids and adults with disabilities. I am currently the lab manager for an autism research lab in which I regularly work with kids from age 18mos to 7 years old with autism. I have been volunteering with adaptive sports teams for 5+ years and also...
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East Lansing, MI

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$18/hr
I can care for a 13-year-old with special needs and mobility issues because of my training in Special Education, which prepared me to support individuals with diverse abilities. I understand how to adapt environments, provide physical and emotional assistance, and encourage independence while ensuring safety. My background also...
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East Lansing, MI

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$11/hr
I am a reliable, patient, and kind-hearted individual with extensive experience working with individuals with special needs. My father was a Special Education teacher, as well as the Special Education Director for our school district for over 10 years, which allowed me to be in the company of these individuals from a young age....
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Part Time

East Lansing, MI

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Experience working with children and adults with special needs. Worked with children with Autism as TSS in schools, as well as in home ABA therapy sessions. Worked with adults in group home. Assisted adults with daily functioning, social outings, personal care, meal prep, overnight shifts... Also have some minimal experience...
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East Lansing, MI

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm Madison, an Arizona native and student at the University of Notre Dame studying developmental psychology and education! At ND I conduct developmental psychopathology research, working with children with emotional regulation issues and other psychopathologies. During my time in Arizona, I worked with children of all...
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East Lansing, MI

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Liah! I'm 22 years old and currently a senior at Michigan State University. I've been babysitting since I was 13 and have continued to nanny and babysit during summer and breaks while in college. This year, I'm excited to offer babysitting and pet sitting services during the school year in East Lansing as well. I'm...
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East Lansing, MI

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$12/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Hannah! I have years of experience in house sitting, pet sitting, and all kinds of childcare! I started babysitting when I was 14, which then evolved into working at an in-home daycare/preschool (while still babysitting elsewhere) until I moved to East Lansing for school. I helped curate weekly lessons for preschool aged...
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Cora

East Lansing, MI

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$11/hr
4 years experience
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, kind, and comforting. I like working with kids because I love doing fun crafts/activities, I feel like I connect well with children, and I could never get sick of them! I'm looking for a job that has shorter hours, pays well, and is nearby me. I started working with kids when I was 14...
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East Lansing, MI

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$11/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
IMPORTANT: I am an out of state student and won't be back in Michigan until August 16 Hi! My name is Rylee, and I am a sophomore at Michigan State University! I am studying Special Education, and hope to one day be an ABA Therapist! A little bit about me! - I am from Pittsburgh, PA - I have 3 younger siblings (18, 16, and 15)...
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East Lansing, MI

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Brooke, I am 18 and currently a freshman in college. I am CPR certified and also a CNA/PCT, and EKG technician. I have not officially cared for kids in the past but have helped out some friends for cash. This included taking care of their special needs son with anything he needs including cooking and driving. I...
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East Lansing, MI

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Hello Families! My name is Brianna. I have over 8 years of experience in child care. I started babysitting at 10 years old. I have experience working with a vast range of ages and abilities. I worked in an infant room of a daycare center, served as a lunch lead at an elementary school. I then went on to nannying for a wonderful...
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East Lansing, MI

2.0(0)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
I have about 5 years of experience handling and overseeing children from working in the special needs room all throughout high-school and having various nannying jobs over the last few years. I'm a very bubbly, outgoing person; I love to stay active! Working with children as always been an easy and rewarding thing I have been...
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East Lansing, MI

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$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Rayna, Im 20 and a 3rd year college student. I'd describe my personality as outgoing, patient, and caring! I'm currently majoring in infant- K and special education at Michigan State University! I enjoy nannying and babysitting especially because it's a great opportunity to apply what Im learning! I first began...
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East Lansing, MI

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hi, I'm Elsa ! I've been passionate about working with children for many years, especially those with special needs. During high school, I was actively involved in the LINKS program, where I gained valuable experience supporting children with diverse needs. I've also worked as a babysitter and spent the last two summers as a...
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East Lansing, MI

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$11/hr
12 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hey! My name is Sofi, in 20 years old, and I'm a college student at Michigan State University. I have 12 years of paid childcare experience and have worked for two and a half years as a Behavioral Technician for young children on the ASD and special needs spectrum. I love working with children and am a reliable babysitter with...
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About Me!

East Lansing, MI

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi families! My name is Maddi and i'm 20 years old! I have been nannying consistently for over 3 years now and have I have experience with newborn-12 years old. As well as experience with CLS work and special needs care (tube feeding, meds, etc)! I am fully vaccinated, CPR, and BLS certified. I adore keeping the kids active,...
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East Lansing, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Kay, and I am an experienced babysitter and childcare worker of over 10 years. I am a recent PhD grad from MSU and I am a current martial arts instructor. I have worked at and managed summer camps, served as a nanny, and been an overnight babysitter for children from 2 mos - 17 years, and I have previous...
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