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108 special needs caregivers are listed in Grand Rapids, MI
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Grand Rapids, MI
Marcy P.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hoping To Assist Families With Providing The Highest Quality Of Care For Their Loved Ones.
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15+ years with child care, teaching, first aid, CPR, 10 yrs providing care in all settings with all types of individuals at Pine Rest, Supervised 5 AFC homes and 75+ staff at Pine Rest as well as new staff educator.
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Throughout my childcare experience, I have care for children with various special needs including autism, down syndrome, speech delay/impediment, severe asthma, and various mental illnesses. I am passionate about providing a fun and caring environment for all children. I enjoy knowing that when I provide care for a child that I...
Rose K.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have 5 years experience taking care of children with autism, behavior challenges, on trach and ventilators. Provided bathing, dressing, meal preparation, feeding tubes, medication administration, range of motion exercises, transportation to doctors appointments, getting ready for school - take school bus, Changing diapers
Mckenzie B.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is McKenzie. I am 27 years old and grew up in Mason, Michigan, but currently live in Grand Rapids. I have worked with children for over nine years professionally, but was a lifeguard for several years as well. I worked with children who had special needs as a teachers aide and in three different childcare...
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Hello! I've worked a variety of jobs for individuals with disabilities including setting like camp, community based, and afc homes. I completed 2 yrs of college for social work. I'm up to date on Network180 trainings and adult CPR certified. I currently work as a paraprofessional in an emotional impairment classroom M-F during...
Jada B.
Grand Rapids, MI
$14-30/hr
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I currently work through Hope Network with kids who are on the spectrum. I worked at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation hospital for 3 years on the spinal cord injury floor.
Katie B.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
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I have some experience working with some speech and learning disabilities as an elementary teacher and a nanny.
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As of right now I am a registered behavior technician at Lighthouse Autism Center in Kalamazoo. I give ABA therapy services to children ages 2-6, and I have experience with teenaged on the spectrum as well. I will be continuing my education to become a BCBA as well.
Emily M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi there! A little about me I am currently attending GVSU for a a BA in Psychology. I have experience working in fields such as Cls, Residential, respite, and ABA. I am currently a Registered Behavior Technician, working part time providing ABA services to families with autistic children.
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I am the Mother of 3 Adult Children and I have three grand children. I frequently babysits my 10-month-old grand daughter. I was employed with Kenowa Hills Public Schools for 5 years. 1 Yr working at the High School in an Autism Room. 2 Yrs working at the Middle School in an Autism Room. 1 Yr working at the Elementary School...
Lisa M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$30-35/hr • 20 yrs exp
Pediatric Occupational Therapist / Special Needs / Sensory Diets
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Hello. My name is Lisa and I am an occupational therapist by profession. I have been an OT for many years with 11 years as a school based occupational therapist and most recently as an outpatient pediatric OT. I recently resigned from my position due to the late evening hours that kept me from being with my own family. I am...
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I have babysat children for the past 12 years, including children with special needs and children from diverse backgrounds. I love children and the joy they bring to life.
Keely L.
Grand Rapids, MI
$11-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible, Compassionate, And Experienced Caregiver, Specialty In Special Needs
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I am an honest, organized, and extremely committed person with a special heart for children, and people with special needs. In my years of experience, I have been a swim instructor to very young children, a nanny to kids from infant to high school, and a full-time teacher in a science museum for kids of all ages. I also have...
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My name is Rue, (my legal name is Emily) and I live in Bellingham, WA with my fiance, our dog, and our cat! I am looking for a family to work 20-30 hours a week with. I have years of experience nannying children as well as working with adults with special needs. I have nannied children as young as 3 months old and love...
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Hi, I'm Hannah and I'm 26 years old! I have over 10 years of professional childcare experience including 7 years of special needs experience. I have the most experience with newborn to 4yo. I'm trained in CPR, both adult and children, along with first aid, and AEDs. I've worked in preschools, a daycare center, and privately as a...
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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...
Alera W.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have 4 years of experience in a residential and daycare setting. I have experience working with kids of all ages as well as special needs. Such as nonverbal, ADHD, OCD, and more. I love working with kids and the difference in the day to day aspect that being a nanny provides. I am looking for a full time position,...
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Hi there! My name is Abbey, and I am a full time college student working part-time (full time in the summer). I have not been on this site since 2018 - specifically, back in my hometown of Plainfield, IL. I currently reside in Grand Rapids. For this summer, I'm very flexible and can provide short notice care. I love interacting...
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Hello. I am Hanna. I have taken Red Cross babysitting classes, so therefore I am a state-certified babysitter and trained with first aid. I have babysat regularly for over five years. I am very patient, attentive, and active with kids. I have also cared for children with special needs and infants. I am very comfortable around...
Koriel C.
Grand Rapids, MI
$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hello everyone, I am a fun, energetic person that has a true love for children. I have a love for caring for people since I was a child my dream job was to be a mother. I have a5-year-old little brother that was born when I was 16, due to my mother's health I helped her out a lot with him and within his first years of life, he...
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Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 108 listed special needs caregivers.