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Experienced Fun Nanny

DeWitt, MI

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$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Grace! I come from a family with 10 siblings!! I have learned to care for children first in my own home and have taken that to my outside jobs as well. I have worked with children that have special needs. I have been a part time nanny to several families for several years including two families with twin babies...
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Mindful Direct Support Carer Who Gets It

Haslett, MI

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Hi! I am a thoughtful, reliable carer who understands what it's like to be part of a family with special needs. Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADD/ADHD, Dementia, have all touched my family, and I am committed to providing family-centric care for your loved one. I have experience providing direct academic and behavior support to...
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East Lansing, MI

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I truly care about fostering children's growth and development and I find great fulfillment in making a positive impact on young lives while providing families with reliable, high-quality care. I take on a patient and calm approach, while ensuring to be approachable so that children feel supported and secure. I have a college...
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East Lansing, MI

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
Nurturing young minds and fostering their development is my passion. For the past two years, I have enjoyed caring for children and making a positive impact on their lives. My approach is patient, calm, friendly, and approachable. I understand the importance of clear communication, so I provide regular updates via text or phone...
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East Lansing, MI

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm Madison, an Arizona native and student at the University of Notre Dame studying developmental psychology and education! At ND I conduct developmental psychopathology research, working with children with emotional regulation issues and other psychopathologies. During my time in Arizona, I worked with children of all...
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East Lansing, MI

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Hi, my name is Matthew and I am currently a sophomore attending Michigan State. I am super passionate about helping others and spreading kindness. I have a lot of experience working with kids from all backgrounds in a variety of settings. Over this past summer, I worked for 9 weeks as a counselor for a Special Needs Playground...
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East Lansing, MI

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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have over a decade of experience babysitting kids of all ages. I am experienced with as many as six kids at a time, and if you have more than that I'm open to it! I have experience babysitting overnight. I have babysat children with down syndrome, and volunteered with kids with other special needs at a therapeutic riding...
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East Lansing, MI

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$13/hr
I am a compassionate and reliable caregiver with experience supporting children of all ages, including those with special needs. I have worked as a hospice caretaker and am comfortable with overnight care, routines, and providing calm, attentive support during extended shifts. I also have a background as a medical assistant and...
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Okemos, MI

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$20/hr
15 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a mom of almost 10-year-old twins looking for a part-time nanny position during school hours. Before becoming a mom, I worked as a nanny for families with children ranging from infants to elementary age. I also spent seven summers at the YMCA in California, working with children and teens as a Swim Instructor, Camp...
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East Lansing, MI

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$20/hr
7 years experience
I have extensive experience working recreationally and in educational settings with kids and adults with disabilities. I am currently the lab manager for an autism research lab in which I regularly work with kids from age 18mos to 7 years old with autism. I have been volunteering with adaptive sports teams for 5+ years and also...
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Okemos, MI

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$21/hr
4 years experience
With years of hands-on experience as a foster parent, I specialize in caring for children with high-level needs and medically complex conditions. I have supported children with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, epilepsy, autism, and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, and I am well-trained in managing both behavioral and medical...
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Okemos, MI

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$19/hr
1 year experience
I have hands-on experience providing care and support for a 21-year-old individual with autism, ADHD, and dyslexia. In this role, I assisted with homework and learning, provided transportation, helped reinforce appropriate decision-making and understanding of right and wrong, prepared meals, and supported his daily needs and...
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Full-Time Nanny Experienced In Caring For Infants And Special Needs

Grand Ledge, MI

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 13 years experience as a professional nanny. 8 years experience caring for children on the autism spectrum. My experience is with children ranging in age from 4 weeks to 12 years old. My skills and experience are wide ranging. I am adaptable and intuitive. I quickly learn the flow of a family and the needs of the parents...

Justin D. says "Jaime is amazing! Very professional, caring, loving, fun, high energy, responsible, experienced, great communicator.. everything you would want in a...

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Nanny Experienced in Autism and Special Needs

Grand Ledge, MI

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$20/hr
4 years experience
My experience with special needs started with my position as a direct care provider at an adult foster care home. I cared for many ladies with Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and Autism. My current job is caring for two boys who are both on the severe end of the autism spectrum. I have been with this family for the past 4 years....
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Experienced Critter Loving Caretaker

Williamston, MI

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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I'm new to the mid Michigan area, originally from metro Detroit where I was the regular babysitter for a pair of twin boys, from toddler years through middle school. They no longer need me and I have moved and am looking for my next family! My last family I worked with, had two rambunctious boys, one of whom had special...
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A Loving Mom Seeking A Job Caring For Your Children

Charlotte, MI

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a married mother of adult twin boys. I am seeking a job in childcare because I'm looking to earn some extra money and I miss working with kids. I have experience with special needs, specifically developmental delays, heart defects and ADD (I need to re-cert my CPR). I have my own vehicle. My driving record is clean.
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Part-Time Caregiver

Williamston, MI

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I have over four years of experience supporting individuals with diverse special needs. Currently, I am a behavior specialist at a MOVE-certified school, working with children who are multiply impaired, severely cognitively impaired, or have severe autism. I am trained in tube feeding, familiar with a variety of equipment, and...
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Experienced Care Giver

Grand Ledge, MI

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$11/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
personal care
light cleaning
I have worked mostly in child care, caring for special needs children. I have experience doing in home care for an elderly woman with MS. My duties included bathing, administering suppositories, changing urine bag, dressing, giving medication, cooking and light house cleaning.
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Nanny

Eaton Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I've babysat since I was 12 years old. I've been a medical assistant for a year. I was a caregiver to my grandparents for 5 years. I've taken care of all ages. I've had family's with special need and illnesses.
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Experienced Baby Sitter, Senior Care

Williamston, MI

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I love children. I raised my grandson until he was 5 years old. I enjoy taking children on adventures, to parks, amusement parks, special events. I am caring, and compassionate. I also enjoy working with seniors.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $15.00/hr as of November 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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