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Kaylin R.

The Perfect Sitter For You

Kalamazoo, MI

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$11/hr
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have five younger siblings and I've always helped my parents raise them. I play with them for hours on end and they consider me one of their favorite people in the world. I would bake with them, make crafts, play outside, and host many barbie talent shows. I also have helped in my step mom's preschool classroom many times...
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Great Nanny And Loves Cleaning!

Kalamazoo, MI

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$21/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
I started working for my mother at her in home daycare as soon as I could and started babysitting for families date nights as young as 12 years old at their homes. I then went on to babysit several families a week for a few years in high school. Once I graduated I found a family in my neighborhood that needed a nanny, and I...
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Eager And Excited!

Kalamazoo, MI

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$11/hr
6 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Madison. I'm currently 22-years old. I have been nannying children including: infant, toddler and up for many years now and I couldn't love it more! I have taken a course in Certified Nursing Assistant, and also have experience with children who have Special Needs. I also worked at a camp for two years with...
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Kalamazoo, MI

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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hey, I'm Grace! I have 6 years of experience. I can help with crafts, homework and carpooling. I'm a Musical Theatre Performance major and American Sign Language Studies minor at Western Michigan University. I am also pursuing a degree in Special Education. I've been teaching dance to young kids for 8 years and have extensive...
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Kalamazoo, MI

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Chloe, and I would love to help with your families childcare needs. With my passion for working with kiddos along with my 8 years of extensive childcare experience, I could be a wonderful addition to your village. Some of my experience includes working in a kindergarten classroom, working in a preschool setting,...
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Babysitter

Kalamazoo, MI

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! My name is Claire and I would love to babysit your kids! I am a first year graduate student at WMU. I graduated from MSU with a bachelor's degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders in 2024. I have had a significant amount of experience working with children in my life including babysitting, nannying (4 years),...

Part-Time Caregiver

Kalamazoo, MI

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$11/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with individuals that have mental illness and/or disabilities for the past 6 years. I have worked both in a hospital setting and residential setting. My passion lies with special needs adults and children. I am looking to continue my education to work as a teacher or social worker. I am also a single mother of two...

Part-time Caregiver Available

Kalamazoo, MI

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$11/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
My child care experience is based on being a mother and having 4 siblings that I cared for. I also cared for special needs children for 2 years. Children hold a special place in my heart as I am going to school to become an educator.
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Fun, Relaxed Nanny

Kalamazoo, MI

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm Makayla but everyone calls me Mak. I started childcare when I was about 11 years old and have babysat all ages since then. In 2018, I was a part time nanny for three children with special needs . I did all the things - cooking, cleaning, chores, appointments, daily medication, homework help, grocery shopping, etc. After...
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Kalamazoo, MI

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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
As a recent college graduate, I am looking for a summer position before the next school year begins. I have a degree in both elementary education and special education. I have over 5 years of babysitting experience, and have spent time in kindergarten-high school classrooms. With my background in education and experience...
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Full Time Nanny

Portage, MI

5.0(1)
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$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm a 54-year-old mother of four, grown children and have 13 grandchildren. NON SMOKER and love pets! I recently became an "empty nester" and love kids! I would like to be able to stay locally and help families who need to work and go on much needed dates! I drove a school bus for 17 years (5 years with special needs), a former...

Wes M. says "Valerie helped us with infant care and was highly reliable. Once our boy was off to daycare, Valerie provided care as needed. We would recommend her and...

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Part Time Babysitter, Available On Short Notice All Summer

Portage, MI

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Tanner! I'm 25 years old and currently a graduate student at Western Michigan University working on my second master's degree in special education. My first master's degree is in Behavior Analysis and I am a BCBA. I have extensive experience working with individuals with a myriad of special needs, but most of my...

Jennifer N. says "Tanner is outstanding. She was instrumental to our family navigating educational and health changes that called for me to reach out for help. I wish...

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Senior Care Provider

Galesburg, MI

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
hospice services
respite care
personal care
I have 25 years experience in special needs children/adult and elderly care. I am CNA certified. Most recently have worked for Hospice. I provide personal care in accordance with the care plan provided. Cares including but not limited to: Bed bath, tub or shower, check and clean nails, performs skin care, oral hygiene including...

Kathy A. says "Mary was a joy to work with and very flexible with appointment times. She is very personable and caring. I would definitely hire her again."

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CNA

Galesburg, MI

3.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I have experience in special needs children/adult and elderly care. I am a previous CNA. I provide personal care in accordance with the care plan provided. Care including but not limited to bed bath, tub or shower, check and clean nails, performs skin care, oral hygiene including denture care, dressing, toileting and elimination...

Deb C. says "Mary was an exceptional and very careing hospice worker who worked for one of my residents I my ad home. I had the privilege of getting to know her and to...

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Experienced Babysitter Of 6 Years, Available Tuesday, Thursday, And Weekends

Richland, MI

5.0(0)
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$24/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Jamie and I am 22. I'm currently based out of Lakewood CO, and I'm looking to change my job back to nannying after being a full time aesthetician for 3 years. I am friendly, adventurous, caring and I have about 6 years of babysitting/ nannying experiences. I absolutely love working with kids! I have worked with...
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Part Time Babysitter

Portage, MI

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
I have previously worked in daycares as well as an autism center. I have 4 of my own kiddos. I am CPR and first aid certified. I currently work with senior citizens in their homes. I have also previously worked in adult foster care with special needs adults.
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Part-Time Caregiver/Nanny

Portage, MI

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I'm an Occupational Therapist looking for full or part time nanny job. I have 3 years of professional OT experience in a school-based setting and outpatient pediatric setting. I have nannied for many years and enjoy using my OT knowledge to support kiddos growth and development in their home environments!
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Home Health Aide

Portage, MI

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$11/hr
I have many years of experience in the care field, though not all professionally. I am a mama of three amazing kiddos. I have professional experience working with children as well as adults. I am currently working in an adult foster care home with adults with various mental illnesses. I am CPR and First Aide certified, as well...
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Portage, MI

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Tanner! I'm a Georgia native currently living in Michigan to pursue my Master's in behavior analysis. Prior to moving, I had 3 years of experience as a behavior technician working with children as young as 18 months up to seniors with a range of disabilities. I look forward to working with you.

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.10/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 3.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Kalamazoo, MI

Special Needs Caregivers in Kalamazoo, MI are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Valerie O.

Valerie helped us with infant care and was highly reliable. Once our boy was off to daycare, Valerie provided care as needed. We would...

- Wes M.

Tanner P.

Tanner is outstanding. She was instrumental to our family navigating educational and health changes that called for me to reach out for...

- Jennifer N.

Mary K.

Mary was a joy to work with and very flexible with appointment times. She is very personable and caring. I would definitely hire her again.

- Kathy A.

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