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Hanna A.

Grand Rapids, MI

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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...
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Gentle & Caring Professional For Your Children

Rockford, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! I have raised 3 children of my own, as well as worked with physically disabled and special needs children for a majority of my life. While living in New York I was the site coordinator at AHRC, and then a research assistant at Camp Anchor- a very well renowned camp for physically disabled and special needs children and...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
2 years experience
Registered nurse in pediatric neurology, urology, and transplant. Clinical experience working with spinal cord injuries, developmental delays, cognitive impairment, autism, down syndrome
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
home modification
errands
live-in home care
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Shelby. I'm 24 & passionate for helping others. Since I was young, I've always wanted to make a positive impact on people's lives. This has driven my career, making sure my clients get the best care & feel comfortable. Aiming to create a happy & safe space for everyone I work with, I always bring a smile along. I have...
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Grand Rapids, MI

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$43/hr
I believe in the power of the small things in individual's lives. I am passionate about working to work toward a good quality of life for all people. I am an Occupational Therapy student finishing my first year of Master's work. I have had experience working with teens and their families with a social skills group (many of whom...
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Gentle And Patient Cargiver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
transportation
dementia
I am someone you can trust with your loved one I have experience working in a nursing home for residents with Alzheimer's and dementia, I also have been a caregiver and worked with individuals with special needs. I am very kind and love helping others. :)
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Extremely Active, Athletic, And FUN Sitter!

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
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...
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Nunica, MI

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$16/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
As a friendly and approachable childcare provider with 7 years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My journey began with positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, which solidified my desire to pursue a career in caregiving. With a college degree and certifications in First...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$21/hr
Hello! My name is Alexa and I am a 24 yr old kid lover of life. During my senior year of highschool I took a lifeguarding class and an early childhood education course (both included guiding and teaching special education children ages 5 to 17), followed by coaching 3 to 15 yr olds, and nannying for 7 years. Joy for me comes...
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Available To Play, Today! :)

Grand Rapids, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Please consider me for last minute, occasional, part-time and full-time :) I'm currently studying to be a Pediatric Physician's Assistant at Grand Valley State. I would love the opportunity to get messy, loud, goofy and energetic with your kiddos... all while making sure we clean up afterward, of course ;) I am a...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
As a former homeschool mom of four now-adult children, I've spent my life nurturing and educating kids in a safe, loving environment. I've worked as a nanny for special needs children, in various caregiving roles, and most recently provided full-time care for two siblings in our home from infancy until they started school. I...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
6 years experience
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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Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Amanda. I am a very patient, active, ambitious, and outgoing person. Two years ago I babysat for a family during the summer. I cared for a girl and helped take care of her pets as well. I occasionally would drive her to camps and helped her with lunch. I am currently a Learning Disabilities major at Aquinas...
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Full-Time Nanny With CDA

Rockford, MI

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$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Kiersten! I'm 26, I live in Rockford and have worked professionally in childcare for about 5 years now. I'm currently a nanny for a 3yr old and a special needs 1 yr old with high support needs. I have 2 years of experience in a licensed daycare in Walker. This included a year as a lead preschool teacher, receiving my CDA...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Morgan and I just graduated at GVSU and currenrlu attend graduate school for pediatric occupational therapy. I have experience in childcare for over 7 years. I am a current special needs caretaker to a nonverbal 8-year-old girl and her two sisters (8-12). Over the summer I was the lead preschool teacher at an early...
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Fun Sitter And Very Responsible

Sand Lake, MI

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$11/hr
4 years experience
3 words that describe me: caring, loving, safe I like working with kids because they are a lot of fun, I love helping them do homework, I love playing with them and teaching them different things. I'm looking for someone that has kids ages 12 and under, full time or part time. In my spare time, I like to draw, do...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I'm a nurturing caregiver with a passion for helping children grow and develop. With over a year of experience, I'm patient, calm, and creative, making me a great fit for children of all ages. I prioritize open communication with parents, ensuring they're always informed about their child's day. I'm comfortable enforcing...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Mikayla and I am a certified special education teacher. While I am on summer break I would love to work with elementary-middle aged children. Although, working with elementary-middle school aged children is my expertise I do have experience with babies, toddlers, high school students as well as adults and children...
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Child Care Bio

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi everybody :) My name is Audriana but I typically go by Annie! To cut to the chase I am a 23-year-old graduate student and I'm trying to put myself through university without completely breaking the bank. The benefit to being a physical therapy graduate student is that I have learned I really enjoy pediatric work! Parents - I...
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Muskegon, MI

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$11/hr
10 years experience
Approved to be a DHS non-related childcare worker. Youth development professional, with plenty of experience in Child, special needs and Senior Care. I specialize in Curriculum and Activity/Event planning, My side hobbies are Acting, Writing, Cooking, & Creating! I also enjoy watching movies, shopping and spending time with...
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