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Rebecca A.


Elwell, MI

$10-15/hr

Seeking Full Time Position In The Mt. Pleasant/Alma Area

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My degree is in Early Childhood Education and I am open to caring for a special needs child/young adult.
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Jessica T.


Alma, MI

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

College Graduate Aiming To Help Children Become Successful And Happy Adults

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I am a graduate of both management and communications programs with experience babysitting up to 6 children at once. One of the children being special needs and all ranging in age from 6 months to 12 years. Current public school employee in a 6th-12th grade setting. Experience with overnight stays, light travel, house keeping,...
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Shellie K.


Alma, MI

$15/hr10 yrs exp

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I have raised 4 children, am currently retired, am educated in first aid and CPR. Pet friendly Fully Vaccinated Special Needs Experience
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Ashley C.


Mount Pleasant, MI

$12-17/hr

Hello! I Am Compassionate, Understanding, And Up For Anything!

5.0

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Hello! I am energetic and up for anything! I have been taking care of kids and have been around people with disabilities my whole life, and am patient and a good listener. I have been babysitting all through high school, and the past two years I have worked for a birthday party company where I would entertain/watch the kids, as...
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Ashley C.


Mount Pleasant, MI

$13-17/hr5 yrs exp

I'm Energetic And Create A Fun, Happy Environment For Kids!

5.0

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Hello! Im a sophomore at CMU this year. I love being around kids and am up for anything:) I have been taking care of kids my whole life, as there are many younger kids in my family. I have been babysitting all through high school and college, as well as caregiving for several different children with special needs. I am...
5.0
"Ashley was so great with my kids! She kept them entertained and they loved spending time with her. My youngest was always worn out and slept well after a day filled with fun and playtime. Will definitely hire...

Reviewed by Meredith G.

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Shayla F.


Mount Pleasant, MI

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello! I am a 24-year-old Nanny/Babysitter from Aurora IL and currently live in Mt. Pleasant. I am a fully licensed occupational therapist and while I'm searching for a pediatric position I'm going back to what I do best, babysitting! I have been babysitting since I was 12 and have nannied full time the last four summers as well...
5.0
"Shayla was on time and was very very friendly and inviting to our 2 kiddos. Kids really enjoyed Shayla and that they played hide and go seek."

Reviewed by Gaby O.

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Sydney M.


Mount Pleasant, MI

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I am currently a college student in Mt. Pleasant. I love working with kids and I am majoring in Birth-Kindergarten Education. For the past 6 summers, I have worked at a Girl Scout camp as an overnight camp counselor and Activities Director, mainly with rising 1, 2, and 3 graders. I have had lots of years of experience as a...
5.0
"We hired Sydney as a baby sitter for a much needed night out. Our one year old warmed to her right off the bat and it seems like they had a great time. We would have no concerns hiring her again."

Reviewed by David P.

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Samantha S.


Crystal, MI

$12-15/hr3 yrs exp

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I worked at an Adult Day Center where we accommodated the needs of dementia, Alzheimer's and many different special needs. I started as an assistant and worked my way up to the activities coordinator in just one year. I also took care of my friends grandfather who was suffering from Dementia for two years. I did light...
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Shawnalynn S.


Crystal, MI

$12-15/hr2 yrs exp

I'm Good With Children.

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They have fun with the activities we do, I have experience with some special needs children, learning is just as important as fun.
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Roxanne F.


Mount Pleasant, MI

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

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I am the proud mother of a recent high school graduate who is autistic and has ADHD. I am also stepmother to an 12-year-old. During the school year I work for the MPPS district as a special education paraprofessional. Though my current position is working with MICI HS students, I have experience working with kiddos of all ages....
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Tylynn M.


Edmore, MI

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Teacher Who Loves Being Busy And Hanging Out With Kiddos! They Have So Much To Teach Us!

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I am a special education teacher and do not have any kiddos of my own yet! I find so much joy in hanging out with children. I have 7 years of experience working with children of all ages including children with special needs. I can help with Travel, chores, school, and so much more!
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Emma O.


Mount Pleasant, MI

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

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I have 3 years of professional experience in childcare, but have been sitting casually for nearly 8 years. I have cared for children aged 10 weeks to 12 years. I interned in a state funded preschool program (GSRP) for 1 year and then transitioned into a center based preschool program. I continue to return to my center...
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Amanda B.


Mount Pleasant, MI

$12-17/hr2 yrs exp

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My experience with special needs has mainly been helping out my own family members. Their needs were categorized with Autism, ADD/ADHD, ODD, Vision impairment, and Cerebral Palsy. With my own children Autism, ADD/ADHD, and ODD care have been daily for 7-11years. Professional I babysat for a non-verbal autistic child for 3...
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Angela P.


Mount Pleasant, MI

$12-17/hr4 yrs exp

Reliable And Caring Babysitter

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You're looking for a babysitting or nanny position in the area? Great news! I'm CPR (infant and adult) and first aid certified, with years of experience in child care. My degree is in elementary education, and I have extensive experience working with special needs children and students. I'd love to share my references and resume...
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Andrea B.


Mount Pleasant, MI

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

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I worked as a direct care worker for 9 years. I am a very caring and patient person. I can multitask and pay attention to detail. I passed medications with 100% accuracy when I worked as a direct care worker. I have a lot of medical knowledge and have experience doing a lot of different things in terms of personal care, etc. If...
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Alannah D.


Ithaca, MI

$12-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced BabySitter

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I have been babysitting and watching children since I was about 8 years old, I have 3 younger cousins one who is physically disabled that I have cared for along with his brothers. I also raised my littlest brother from 0-3 years by myself at 14 (my mom still worked night shift)I was doing online schooling to help care for him. I...
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Sarah H.


Stanton, MI

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

Dependable And Down To Earth

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I have 1 year experience working with a variety of mental illnesses with adults and seniors, 1 year experience working with children as a para-educator with moderately cognitive impairments, autism, and other developmental delays at the elementary school level ages, and 3 years of experience in in-home care for adults and...
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Dorothea D.


Mount Pleasant, MI

$16/hr1 yrs exp

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I am a senior at Central Michigan University. I have experience working with kids and I am a registered Behavior Technician. I have extensive experience with special needs and behavioral issues. I am CPR and First Aid certified, and I have experience teaching swim lessons as well as lifeguarding.
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Devin E.


Sheridan, MI

$11-20/hr4 yrs exp

Looking To Help Care For Your Loved One

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Hi. I have 4 years of experience working in several different capacities with people with special needs. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I look forward to meeting you.
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Haylie A.


Mount Pleasant, MI

$11-17/hr2 yrs exp

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I have 2 years of experience working with people with special needs. I have 6 years of experience with younger kids. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Ambulation.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elwell, MI

Ashley C.

5.0

Ashley was professional, punctual, and fun. My 3 kiddos can be challenging but Ashley worked well with them. She was able to manage 3 kids during their virtual learning week day while providing food and fun. We can't wait for her to return from college so we can hire her again.

- Essence H.

Shayla F.

5.0

Shayla was on time and was very very friendly and inviting to our 2 kiddos. Kids really enjoyed Shayla and that they played hide and go seek.

- Gaby O.

Sydney M.

5.0

Sydney was great with my 2 and 5 year old kids. They really liked having her as their sitter and we fully intend on using Sydney again in the future

- Nichole M.

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