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Hi! My name is Julia and I am 21 years old and a student at Grand Valley State University. I am currently a nanny for a family (1 yr, 4yr, 6yr old) for almost a year but looking to fill in the other days I have off! I've had several experiences with children which include being a...
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Hi my names Gracy! I'm very patient with children and infants and love helping them learn while also having fun. I have several years of experience aiding and assisting special needs infants/children and adults.
I like to be dependable and responsible by being well-planned and thought out, while also knowing that things have a...
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"Grace was wonderful with my daughter. She was very attentive and caring and my daughter was comfortable with her, putting me at ease. She reached out with questions in advance and showed up on time. I couldn’t...
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My name is Joyce. I live in Shiloh Illinois , but I am originally from Brazil. Some of my interests include sports, reading, kids, learning about different cultures, and exploring new places and languages. Some of my strengths include my adaptability to new positions, my passion and motivation to achieve goals, and my...
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"Joyce was amazing. I interviewed her for my daughter and immediately loved her. I had guest in town with little ones and instantly contacted her to help. With no hesitation she was here to care for 10 year old...
Reviewed by Tina M.
Amanda G.
Grand Rapids, MI
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Over 10+ Years Experience, Energetic Professional Ready To Entertain Your Child/Children & Or Pets!
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My name is Amanda & I'd love to apply for your position. I took a babysitter course through our local hospital where I worked as a nurse assistant. I have lots of childcare experience from the age of 14. I've cared for infants to pre-teens, including children on the spectrum or with seizure disorders. (My ex-husband had...
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"Amanda was very reliable, full of energy & helped with things around the house while she cared for our son last summer! She took him places all the time & was fully engaged with him while my husband & I were at...
Reviewed by Sarah D.
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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...
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"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.
Lauren R.
Hudsonville, MI
$10-15/hr
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I have been a part of the LINKS program in my high school for three years. This is a class where I was paired one on one with a student whom I assisted in their general education classes. I also assisted a special education teacher in a classroom. The past two summers I taught swim lessons to special needs students. Through...
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Hi! My name is Sofia and I'm looking for a family to help once a week during this fall. I'm in my senior year at WMU, studying nursing. I grew up in the Saint Joseph area and enjoy the beach and outdoors. My most recent experience has been watching multiple families (ages 16, 13, 11, and 9; 9 and 3; 2. 5 and 7 wks old; and 2 yr...
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"Our kids and our big bloodhound LOVE Sofia. We have had her watch our kids (ages 1 and 5) and pup overnight multiple times. We also had her watch the girls a few times during the pandemic while we were working...
Reviewed by Ted P.
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Hi there! I am a full time therapist in Holland who grew up babysitting and is in search of a family to help out on the weekends. I come with amazing references and experience of over 10 years with infants, children with special needs, and multiples! I look forward to chatting.
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Hi! I am Morgan, I am a certified paraprofessional with 20 years of experience working with children that has special needs. My intentions is to provide an exciting and safe environment for children to learn and grow. I am currently a junior in college!
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My name is Jordan and I currently go to Grand Valley university. I am currently working on a bachelor and masters degree simultaneously and have such a passion for working with kids! I have experience caring for children with special needs, infants, toddler, and teenagers. I'm diverse! I enjoy getting the kids out to do creative...
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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...
Grace A.
Grand Rapids, MI
$16-19/hr
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Growing up with a brother who has super palsy, I've had the privilege of being one of his five constant sources of support and assistance. Throughout my life I have dedicated myself to helping him navigate the challenges that come with his condition. In addition to helping my brother, I have also extended my support to other...
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Hello! My name is Allie H. I am a 4th year college student studying social work with a minor in criminal justice, and moving to the area end of April. I have high energy, which comes in handy with little kids, with little attention spans! I am a responsible individual who values acceptance over tolerance & think I would make a...
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My first job was in daycare. I spent 6 years working with all the different age groups. I shouldn't call it working, I was playing, teaching, and guiding children. I loved caring for kids so much that I had 5 of my own! Mine are grown up, some are off at college now. I miss taking care of little ones. I currently work early...
Alaina H.
Allendale, MI
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm A Very Caring Nanny/babysitter, Known For Having A Lot Of Patience, And Can Set A Good Example!
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I have 6 years of experience. I was a nanny for 4 years. I can help with almost all of your needs. I am CPR certified. I've been in sign language for 2 years as well! I worked with special needs all 4 years of High school. I am current working as an ABA technician for children with special needs. I'm in speech pathology right...
Hallie H.
Hudsonville, MI
$18-25/hr
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During my High School years, I have had the privilege of being in a program called LINKS, where I was placed 1:1 and in three different classrooms with students who have disabilities. I have been around students who have either educational disabilities, or with students who have down syndrome, autism, severe mental disabilities,...
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I currently babysit on the weekends for family and friends when they need time to get out. I have a 5-year-old special needs child of my own. I have a lot of experience with all different kinds of specialists as my son has tubes in his ears, goes to eye doctors, foot doctors and a lot of specialists to ensure he doesn't get...
Kyra D.
Wyoming, MI
$20/hr • 18 yrs exp
Looking For Flexible Families Looking For Evening Or Weekend Care, With Other Household Needs.
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I'd describe my personality as fun, kind, joyful
I like working with kids because they have such joy in almost everything they do and it's an unmatched feeling to see children experiencing life and growing and them finding joy in the simplest things.
I'm looking for a job that enables me to do fun things with kiddos and earn...
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.
Emaline G.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I have been babysitting for a little over 7 years. I have many references and also experience working with children with special needs. I was involved with my church's kids ministry for 6 years and loved it! I'm extremely responsible, reliable, and energetic. I have 5 younger siblings, so I've grown up learning tactics and ways...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Jenison, MI
Grace A.
5.0
Grace was wonderful with my daughter. She was very attentive and caring and my daughter was comfortable with her, putting me at ease. She reached out with questions in advance and showed up on time. I couldn’t recommend her more!
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Joyce S.
5.0
Joyce was amazing. I interviewed her for my daughter and immediately loved her. I had guest in town with little ones and instantly contacted her to help. With no hesitation she was here to care for 10 year old niece, 7 month old nephew and 6 year old daughter. Not to mention also loving on my 10...
- Tina M.
Amanda G.
5.0
Amanda was very reliable, full of energy & helped with things around the house while she cared for our son last summer! She took him places all the time & was fully engaged with him while my husband & I were at work, sending us pictures & texts frequently to always keep us in the know, which we...
- Sarah D.
Amanda L.
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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.
Sofia M.
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Our kids and our big bloodhound LOVE Sofia. We have had her watch our kids (ages 1 and 5) and pup overnight multiple times. We also had her watch the girls a few times during the pandemic while we were working from home. Days were filled with dance parties and activities to prep our oldest for...
- Ted P.
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