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As a Foster parent and mother I gained experience with Autism, ADHD, ADD and Sensory integration. As a Nanny I gained experience with a G tube, a seizure plan, OT, PT, ST for limited mobility, blindness, cognitive and hearing impairment.
Hello! I have over 12 years of experience working hands on with children during various babysitting/nannying jobs. I also have approximately 7 years of experience working in Home Health Care as a care provider. During these jobs I often worked with individuals living with complex health issues and/or disabilities. I have...
I am junior at Indiana Wesleyan University, where I am double majoring in Elementary Education and Exceptional Needs Education. I have successfully completed two of my Exceptional Needs practicums - meaning I have spent two semesters learning from a Special Needs teacher and teaching in their classrooms. I have worked closely...
Hello! My name is Alison. I have over 5 years of professional experience as a special needs caregiver. I have completed CLS course work through Network 180 necessary to become a caregiver, along with yearly renewals of certification. I have experience with Autism, cognitive/developmental delays, Down syndrome and schizophrenia....
Grace C. says "Alison was a delightful addition to our summer days. She was always on time and very dependable. The icing on the cake was that our daughter loved having...
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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I have been babysitting for the past 9 years. My experience goes past just babysitting. I also worked as a before/after school care giver for 5 years in a private christian school. In addition to that I was also a Preschool aid for the two years following my graduation from High school. I have experience with children with...
Jennifer C. says "Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She is willing...
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- $13/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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Hello! I am so excited to be on your potential list for a summer nanny! I am a 2022 College graduate and am currently teaching special education at the elementary level ! I am currently looking for a summer nannying position after the school year (early June) until I have to head back to my classroom (early-mid August). I have...
Douglas B. says "Maddie helped us out last minute and did a great job with our kids. Very friendly and reliable!"
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- $18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a very friendly, reliable, patient, and creative person. I am also CPR infant and adult certified as well as first aid certified. I love the outdoors and getting my hands dirty! I also love all animals :) I have experience in special needs children along with taking them to and from their therapies and assisting...
Nancy B. says "Absolutely a blast to be around! She is super sweet and funny! She cleaned without being asked when my daughter was down for a nap and always stuck around...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
CURRENTLY OFFERING:
Day time appointments
Date night
**Hourly minimum: $21/hr.
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ABOUT ME:
30-years-old.
Social Worker.
Grand Valley State University alumni.
GVSU Grad student.
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EXPERIENCE:
Build-A-Bear Workshop
Elementary Team Lead at Boys & Girls Club
Bashor Children's Home (Residential)
Wedgwood Christian Services...
Stephanie W. says "Kate is amazing with kids! We have three children (ages 3, 5, 7) who've had very little interaction with sitters for the past two years due to the...
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- $20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I have been working in child care since I was 13 years old. I have worked with all ages ranging from newborns to teenagers. I have spent a lot of time working with special needs children too. I am currently a resident at Nemours Children's Hospital and I enjoy babysitting in my free time. I'd be a great fit if you were looking...
Sarah R. says "She was lovely and handled bedtime with our little baby well!"
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- $28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! I started off babysitting for family and friends at about 13 years old and since then I have expanded to anyone in need of a caregiver. I have experience working at a daycare center where I was an assistant teacher for children 3 to 4 years old. At the daycare I enjoyed helping the children with crafts, reading, and...
Annie M. says "We interviewed Delaney for a full-time nanny position for our two girls. She showed up to the interview on-time and did a great job. We asked questions...
I have over 20 years providing care to people with physical as well as mental disability's helping with meds ADL'S working at hope Network developmental as well as rehab
I have 1 year of experience caring for individuals with autism and other co-existing diagnosis. I am capable of assisting individuals in becoming the most independent version of themselves. A few examples of the daily tasks that I have assisted with include passing medications, taking vitals, stimming, & behavioral management....
Hi, I'm Kylee!
I am 23 years old, and I have been nannying since I was 14. I have worked with kids 3 months to 14 years old. I have experience working with children in a pediatric rehabilitation setting. I love working with and being around kids! :)
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience with children with :
ASD - coursework and placement in a kindergarten for students with ASD
ADHD - nanny and tutor experience for several students with ADHD
Learning disabilities - personal caregiver for a sister with learning disabilities
Developmental delay - coursework and teaching experience with children...
I have been employed with the Public School for 4 years. I am currently employed in a Mildly Cognitively Impaired Classroom. I have worked in Autism Classrooms in the Middle and High School. I have done the Special Needs Ministry at my Church.
I have experience in caring for children and adults with down syndrome, autism, and food allergies. I, myself have also grown up with family with special needs of which are cared for with equal respect and tons of love and patience.
I have helped and dealt with special needs children and adults since I was a young child. I have four handicapped cousins that I cared for a lot while my aunt was working. Now that she is retired I don't see them that often, but when I do I have such a great time. I wouldn't change them for the world. I have taken care of them...
I am currently a medical at the MSU. I hope to specialize in physical medicine and rehabilitation. My passion of helping others comes from my own brother. He suffered a ruptured brain aneurysm at the age of 18 leaving him severely handicapped. I have grown up my whole life learning how to take care of him. It has truly made me...
I have always had love for kids with special needs and that all started from a very young age. Growing up I spent the summers camping with family friends that has a girl with down syndrome. In addition to just hanging out with her I also helped her with school. Once I entered High school I started babysitting a family once a...
Currently going to Ferris State University for Elementary education. I have worked with kids all the way through 12th grade. I have dealt with all type of children and have always made the best of it. I am very fun, kind, and hard working and would be a great fit for your family.
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84 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $17.82/hr as of January 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Grand Rapids, MI
Special Needs Caregivers in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 84 listed special needs caregivers
Alison S.
Alison was a delightful addition to our summer days. She was always on time and very dependable. The icing on the cake was that our...
- Grace C.
Jessalynn O.
Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She...
- Jennifer C.
Maddie S.
Maddie helped us out last minute and did a great job with our kids. Very friendly and reliable!
- Douglas B.
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