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Amina is a professional! I have been teaching early childhood in the NYC private schools, NM public schools, and in Santa Fe's Independent…

Review for Amina B. by Cate D.

Jessie is one of the most hardworking and caring girls I've ever met. She knows her priorities and will do whatever she can to make sure…

Review for Jessica G. by Emma S.

Jaime is amazing! Very professional, caring, loving, fun, high energy, responsible, experienced, great communicator.. everything you would…

Review for Jaime B. by Justin D.

Special needs caregivers in Eaton Rapids, MI

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Mack G.


Eaton Rapids, MI

$15-20/hr

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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!
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Alaska P.


Eaton Rapids, MI

$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp

Nanny

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.
Alaska can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Katelyn W.


Dimondale, MI

$11-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Fun And Sitter !!

Hi my name is Katelyn, I am 22 years old and I am currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in English at the University Of Michigan Flint! I have been babysitting since I was about 12, I have always enjoyed being around kids and loved to babysit my neighbors or baby cousins! In high school I was a part of the LINKS program which...
Katelyn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Meriah B.


Springport, MI

$23-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Substitute Teacher And Para

I've worked in special education, elementary, middle school and high school. I worked in special education as a Para allowed me to further my education to become a long term substitute teacher as the lead in the classroom.
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Amina B.


Lansing, MI

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a full time nanny, an evening babysitter, a camp counselor and a full time early childhood educator. I worked as a nanny for kids of all ages, some of whom had special needs (such as autism), and young adults that had both physical and mental disabilities. I also have worked as a private caretaker for the...
Amina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Amina is a professional! I have been teaching early childhood in the NYC private schools, NM public schools, and in Santa Fe's Independent schools, for for over 27 years and continue to do so. I worked with Amina, most recently, in early childhood in Santa Fe,...

Cate D.

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Jessica G.


Lansing, MI

$22/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have been a caregiver for two special needs adult girls for the past two years and gained some experience with basic sign language. I am comfortable with feeding, changing, showering, and other hygiene needs. As a caregiver, I love to bring my clients out in the community and have the transportation to do so; whether that be...
5.0
"Jessie is one of the most hardworking and caring girls I've ever met. She knows her priorities and will do whatever she can to make sure shes doing the best that she can do. Working with kids is one of her strong suits. I would recommend her for any job because she...

Emma S.

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Jaime B.


Grand Ledge, MI

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny Experienced In Caring For Infants And Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Jaime can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Jaime has looked after our newborn and our toddler. She is wonderful with kids. Very patient, responsible and dependable. She took care of household chores, supervised our cleaners, and basically did everything that needs to be done. She also took care of our pet....

Soma C.

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Zoe S.


East Lansing, MI

$20/hr • 9 yrs exp

Loving, Experienced Nanny Available For Full-Time Care

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,...
Zoe can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"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 extension of her arms. If we lived closer to each other she would probably be working for us and I would have the...

Heather H.

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Shay-lynn W.


Holt, MI

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Bilingual Sitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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 -...
Shay-lynn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"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 her in our home. She was flexible, and caring with my kids. We have decided to hire her on for some day time...

Jennifer S.

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Kayla S.


Mason, MI

$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp

Caring Lady For Hire

4.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
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Chloe V.


East Lansing, MI

$25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Child care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Chloe and I am 21 years old. I've been babysitting since I was 11 for many children ages 6 months-12 years old. I love working with kids through volunteering and teaching, I'm currently a Senior at Michigan State University studying elementary education and child development which I'm loving so far!! I have over...
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"To whom it may concern, It is my pleasure to recommend Chloe as a childcare provider. She has cared for our 6 month old son, three times a week for the past 3 months. Chloe always arrived on time, and ready to engage with our son, with a positive attitude. Chloe...

Brianna S.

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Kerenza R.


Charlotte, MI

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Substitute Teacher, Much Experience With Special Needs Population

I have also worked extensively with younger children. I have no problem with multiple children at once. I am very experienced with special needs children whether it is a mental, emotional, or health need. I can use communication devices, a hoyer lift, and a shower bed or chair. I have experience passing medications and changing...
Kerenza can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kitty E.


Lansing, MI

$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have a little over three and a half years worth of experience working with every age group. I started my childcare career nannying for a 10-year-old girl with special needs, I then moved onto working in an early childhood special needs classroom helping non-verbal kids learn to express themselves, after that I spent about a...
Kitty can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Diella R.


East Lansing, MI

$15/hr • 2 yrs exp

About Me!

I have always had a deep passion for working with children. Over the past 12 years, I've taken on a significant role in raising my little sister, which has fueled my love for childcare. Currently majoring in elementary education, I bring knowledge of early childhood development and over three years of hands-on experience in the...
Diella can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Marina L.


Okemos, MI

$23-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

I have cared for children from ages 0-11 and love interacting with kids of all ages. I work at a hospital as well and am around kids all the time! I'd describe my personality as fun, compassionate and caring. I like caring for young children with special needs because it comes as a second nature to me and parents deserve a...
Marina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Lucas L.


Mason, MI

$25/hr • 3 yrs exp

I'm a caregiver with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My friendly nature helps me connect with children and parents alike. With three years of experience caring for kids aged six to 14, I'm comfortable looking after two children at a time. With a lifetime of experience I'm very comfortable working with...
My experience with working with special needs students started in my school's peer to peer connection program, which pairs qualified volunteer students with students on the autism spectrum. This program works with their student in the classroom to help them succeed academically, while also forming friendships with other...
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Azalia A.


Mason, MI

$22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Your Knowledgeable And Compassionate Candidate!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Welcome! As a BSc graduate that began college at 14, a 1700 hour AmeriCorps Volunteering Alumni, and an aspiring physician, having a caring disposition and ensuring a well-informed, welcoming environment for any child or senior that I care for are of utmost importance to me. As a prospective caretaker, it would be a pleasure of...
Azalia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Liah K.


East Lansing, MI

$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Liah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Kendra D.


Lansing, MI

$19-45/hr • 3 yrs exp

I Am Passionate About Providing Quality Childcare!

Hi my name is Kendra and I am have experience working with newborn babies all the way up to teenagers! I also have experience working successfully children with special needs. It's important to me to provide quality, safe, and fun care for your little one! I am a Recreational Therapist by trade but decided to step away to...
Kendra can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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