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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Grandville, MI
The average rate is $16/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years
Special needs caregivers in Grandville, MI
Shelby P.
Grand Rapids, MI
$16-27/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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Hi! I am 24 years old. I am studying to be a nurse at Grand Valley State University. I was a Certified Nursing Assistant for 2 years at Trinity Health St. Mary's Hospital. I am CPR certified and have work with kids as small as 3 months to kids that have special needs since I was 15. All of my friends and family will agree when I...
5.0
"Shelby has watched my 3 children under 3 years old and one has special needs and she was great! My 3 year old loved her and kept asking when she was coming back."
Reviewed by Krystel H.
5.0
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CURRENTLY OFFERING:
Day time appointments
Date night
**Hourly minimum: $20/hr.
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ABOUT ME:
29-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...
5.0
"Super accommodating! Very attentive and interactive with our son. Will definitely use again. "
Reviewed by Patricia K.
5.0
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I'm a positive and energetic person who adores kids. I am the proud "Fun Aunt" to my beautiful 3-year-old Niece and my firecracker 6-year-old Nephew. I graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Speech Language Pathology. Not only did I grow up as the (go to) babysitter on my street for 15+ years, I am...
5.0
"Kate is wonderful! She actually reached out to our family through Care.com after seeing a post about our need for help with remote learning when school closed due to COVID-19. I'm so glad she did! She was great...
Reviewed by Elissa H.
Jessica D.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Graduate Student Looking For Evening/Weekend Opportunities
5.0
(1)
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Hello!
My name is Jess! I am a full time graduate student studying physical therapy at GVSU and am looking for some occasional babysitting opportunities! Since I am a student, my schedule will vary - but I am generally available in the evenings on weekdays and most of the day Friday through Sunday! I babysat all through high...
5.0
"Jess watched my kids for a full day while I was at work. She was on time, helped my son get on and off the bus, and even stayed a little longer to play with my daughter after school because she was so excited...
Reviewed by Ruth M.
Megan F.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
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Hello, my name is Amanda! I have always grown up caring for kids. I come from a very big family and have always been heavily involved in childcare from a young age. I absolutely love spending time with children, I believe it's important to be so present with them and actively engaged- we have so much we can learn from their...
5.0
"We love her! Amanda is our favorite sitter. She is great with my three kids. She has taken care of my toddlers and newborn and my kids get so excited when she comes over. She is the only sitter who my kids...
Reviewed by Kylee L.
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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.
Andrea H.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I work at our local Cheboygan Area High School as a Special Needs Aide, where I habe been for close to five years. In the summers I work with elder residents as a certified Nurse Aide and often sit for our lake neighbors! Would love to help out and get to know your little one while you explore our great area! Thanks!
5.0
"Andrea is the best caregiver that we’ve ever had. Her attention to detail and nurturing personality make her an ideal caregiver. We would HIGHLY recommend her. Having three boys is hard even for me to handle...
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Hello :) I work at KentISD currently with young adults with special needs & I am primarily looking for work during summer break. I am the oldest of 6 kids and I have years of experience nannying kids of all ages. I went to school for engineering, and worked in that field for a few years before landing in education. Some of my...
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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...
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I am 1 of 6 girls in my family and have always been around looking after my sisters. In high school I would babysit on my weekends for my teachers children as well as families of children that my parents knew. In high school I also worked with special needs children for two years and it was an amazing experience.
Alera W.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello :)
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,...
Jami L.
Grand Rapids, MI
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Direct Care Professional Looking For Full/part Time Work
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I started my career in high school working for an autistic girl. Growing up, my dad has a TBI. I've worked with all sorts of physical, developmental, and mental disabilities over the years. Some of those are CP, MS, Autism, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, down syndrome, blindness, fragile X, ALS, diabetes, and the list goes on. I can...
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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 babysat from age 12 and still do for friends and family. I worked at a daycare as an assistant teacher in the toddler room and quickly realized I wanted to make a career out of childcare. I went through GRCC and got my Child Development Associates Certificate(CDA) and became the lead teacher in the infant room. I planned...
Jessalynn O.
Grand Rapids, MI
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
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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...
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I am a former collegiate athlete (soccer) and coach for younger premier athletes and have always been passionate about working with kids and helping to develop personalities and interests! I have four years of experience working in special needs classes and five years of experience working as a sitter/nanny for all ages and have...
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.
Keely L.
Grand Rapids, MI
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced And Compassionate Caregiver With Heart For Special Needs
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I have worked closely with children and adults with all kinds of special needs since high school. My sister is an OT for children with autism and I have also been a babysitter for a young neighbor with Down syndrome for several months. I work closely with the Special Olympics Michigan and am comfortable with non-verbal and needs...
Lindsey K.
Byron Center, MI
$15-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hello! I'm searching for a part time job while going to school full time. I have several years of experience working with children as a swim coach, childcare provider, and some experience with ABA. A little bit about me... I just graduated with a bachelor's degree in speech-language pathology and am currently working towards my...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Grandville, MI
Shelby P.
5.0
Shelby has watched my 3 children under 3 years old and one has special needs and she was great! My 3 year old loved her and kept asking when she was coming back.
- Krystel H.
Kate H.
5.0
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 pandemic. Kate engaged with them immediately- through games and art projects she proactively brought/thought of on her own. My kids always have so much...
- Stephanie W.
Katherine S.
5.0
Kate is wonderful! She actually reached out to our family through Care.com after seeing a post about our need for help with remote learning when school closed due to COVID-19. I'm so glad she did! She was great with our two girls, who were in 2nd and 4th grade at the time. She was energetic, caring...
- Elissa H.
Jessica D.
5.0
Jess watched my kids for a full day while I was at work. She was on time, helped my son get on and off the bus, and even stayed a little longer to play with my daughter after school because she was so excited to see her again. Would recommend and hope to hire again!
- Ruth M.
Amanda L.
5.0
We love her! Amanda is our favorite sitter. She is great with my three kids. She has taken care of my toddlers and newborn and my kids get so excited when she comes over. She is the only sitter who my kids don't cry when I leave. She is such a blessing and has a gift with children.
- Kylee L.
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