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Swimming supervision
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light cleaning
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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...
Live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
hospice services
errands
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Hello- my name is Ariana and I'm looking to be your next caregiver! A little bit about me, I am a student at Michigan State University (senior) studying neuroscience and pre-physicians assistant track. I have 3 years of caregiving experience in geriatrics and special needs, and have worked with all age ranges. I also have...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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I have been experience working with kids (newborn - 21 years old) and special needs, my mother was retired from professional day care at our home for over 35 years! I have lots of tend wit lighthearted and active. I am deaf but nothing gonna stop me from anything and change by who I am! I used to volunteering from 13 years old -...
Jennifer S. says "Shay-lynn was very communicative the whole process. She willingly answered all of my questions and even gave extra info to ensure I was comfortable with...
Swimming supervision
carpooling
I have many years of caregiving for children under my belt. I have cared for special needs children, infants, toddlers, and kids up to 14 years of age. I have cared for up to three children of different ages but would be comfortable with more. I enjoy caring for kids, I love being outside, nature, relaxing, and trying new...
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello! My name is lauren and I am currently in my junior year of college. I am going for a bachelors degree in business and then plan to go into the fire academy. I spent several years in middle school and high school working with special needs children and still work with them today. I went through the EMT academy so I am...
Hi! I am outgoing and energetic and love being around children. I have been taking care of children for approximately 10 years, from infants to middle schoolers. I have my Bachelor's Degree from Aquinas College in elementary education and learning disabilities, and I am an 8th grade special education teacher in Howell. I am very...
I am in school at Michigan State as a Kinesiology major to later work as a physical therapist for children with special needs. I helped a boy with cerebral palsy at church by playing games with him, walking with him, going to day camp with him for extra assistance, etc. I am good at giving kids extra attention and I love...
I'm Alivia ! I grew up in a big homeschool family and I love working with kids! I love to play imaginative games with them, be outside with them, sing and read with them, work with them on school, clean with them, be a good friend to them but also an authority figure who can show them Jesus love and teach them life skills. I...
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- $18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I am a thoughtful, reliable carer who understands what it's like to be part of a family with special needs. Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADD/ADHD, Dementia, have all touched my family, and I am committed to providing family-centric care for your loved one. I have experience providing direct academic and behavior support to...
I have a leadership position at a therapy center specializing working with kids with autism. This job is my passion and I'm looking for a little extra income and would love for that to also be doing what I love. I also have a teaching degree and certificate and have taught elementary school.
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9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have a passion for working with kids and have been for around nine years. Through the many years, I have had experiences with many different types of kids, personalities, temperaments with some difficult situations. I have babysat kids with behavioral challenges, special needs, and various medical needs, all of which have been...
Shannon B. says "Morgan is absolutely wonderful with our 14-month old. She is patient, calm, caring and my son adores her!"
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
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I have 13 years experience as a professional nanny. 8 years experience caring for children on the autism spectrum. My experience is with children ranging in age from 4 weeks to 12 years old. My skills and experience are wide ranging. I am adaptable and intuitive. I quickly learn the flow of a family and the needs of the parents...
Justin D. says "Jaime is amazing! Very professional, caring, loving, fun, high energy, responsible, experienced, great communicator.. everything you would want in a...
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- $12/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, my name is Kayla and I have about four years experience working with special needs, including at Beekman Therapeutic Riding Center where I helped kids with cognitive and social impairments. I am kind, gentle, and firm and work hard to better their lives and increase independence. I am studying to be a yoga teacher and...
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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Nurturing children and witnessing their development is my passion. For the past 10 years, I've provided care for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. I hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, along with current First Aid Training and CPR Training. I am comfortable caring for up to 6 children.
My...
Personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
I have worked mostly in child care, caring for special needs children. I have experience doing in home care for an elderly woman with MS. My duties included bathing, administering suppositories, changing urine bag, dressing, giving medication, cooking and light house cleaning.
My experience with special needs started with my position as a direct care provider at an adult foster care home. I cared for many ladies with Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and Autism.
My current job is caring for two boys who are both on the severe end of the autism spectrum. I have been with this family for the past 4 years....
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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Hi there, my name is Sara, I have 8 years of experience teaching and caring for children of all ages. Most of my experience has been as a pre-school teacher in Okemos. I believe in a child-led system of care where they are able to explore their creativity. I am fully certified in CPR, First Aid, and AED, and stop the bleed. I am...
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- $15/hr
Hi! I see you're needing some help! I would love to help out with care for your child! I can help in any way I can and can do anything your person may need!
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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I've babysat since I was 12 years old. I've been a medical assistant for a year. I was a caregiver to my grandparents for 5 years. I've taken care of all ages. I've had family's with special need and illnesses.
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7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Grace! I come from a family with 10 siblings!! I have learned to care for children first in my own home and have taken that to my outside jobs as well. I have worked with children that have special needs. I have been a part time nanny to several families for several years including two families with twin babies...
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50 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $16.23/hr as of November 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 3.5
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in East Lansing, MI
Special Needs Caregivers in East Lansing, MI are rated 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 50 listed special needs caregivers
Shay-lynn W.
Shay-lynn was very communicative the whole process. She willingly answered all of my questions and even gave extra info to ensure I was...
- Jennifer S.
Morgan L.
Morgan is absolutely wonderful with our 14-month old. She is patient, calm, caring and my son adores her!
- Shannon B.
Jaime B.
Jaime is amazing! Very professional, caring, loving, fun, high energy, responsible, experienced, great communicator.. everything you would...
- Justin D.
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