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Sarah Z.

Full-time Nanny With Special Needs Experience

Manchester, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have always enjoyed working with children whether it was as a Case Manager for autistic children, Infant Care Giver at an orphanage, or Infant/Toddler Teacher at a daycare. I have over 25 years of experience working with children and 10 of those years have been as a Professional Nanny. Continuing education is a priority in my...

Adrian M. says "I am Sarah's current employer (she nannies for our 18-month old daughter, M.). The family in Ohio who ends up with this wonderful woman in their home is...

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Hannah W.

Young, Energetic, And Driven. Looking For Consistency But Flexibility

Manchester, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I have worked with children for around 9 years and have nannied for several. I have a background in all age ranges as I've worked in geriatrics all the way down to newborns in pediatrics. I have a full time job at UofM as a medical assistant and I am current out in nursing school. I am looking for a family who is looking for...

Care Member says "Hannah came over to watch our two toddlers for a few hours. She was very responsive to the job request and easy to communicate with. She was great with...

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Pamela N.

Empty Nester:)

Manchester, MI

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been an RN since 1997. I am an empty nester now and although still working as a full time hospice nurse, my schedule allows for me to do something on the side just for fun while helping other moms. I have also worked with children with special needs through church Ministry.

Leah H. says "Pamela was fantastic! She was able to put my baby to sleep within an hour of her first time with us. She has a great spirit, seems very nurturing, and I...

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Kris K.

Back Up Care/Emergency Coverage

Manchester, MI

5.0(1)
from
$49/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Night Nanny/ Newborn Care/Rota and I can cover up to 72/96 hour shifts on a regular basis. I can also help with short term care or cover for a last minute need. I am located in Michigan but happy to travel for regular or occasional coverage. I have 10+ years working as a caregiver, Nanny and Newborn Care for multiple...

Kristi L. says "We hired Kris as a 3 week live in NCS for our preemie daughter. She taught us the ropes, made us confident parents, was there when we needed her but away...

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Sarah Z.

Part-Time Career Nanny

Manchester, MI

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$25/hr
10 years experience
In many of my positions I have enjoyed working with children who have special needs. As a nanny for a couple of different families I have worked with a child with food restrictions as well as working toward goals under the instruction of an OT and PT. I worked as a case manager of an intensive in home program for children on the...
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Kris K.

Manchester, MI

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$45/hr
10 years experience
I am your person for rota, short term, back up care, fill in, respite, vacation, sick and emergency coverage. (I am open to longer term for the right fit.) I don't require extensive training. (I can do things my way or learn your system/schedule.) -Senior Care -Household Manager -Scheduling I go over and above. I think outside...
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Leslie W.

Manchester, MI

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
I have 4 children myself and 3 of them are now adults. When they were little, I stayed home and did daycare and cleaned houses to get by. I have lot of experience and references. I also have experience with special needs children.
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Kelly H.

Manchester, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Kelly. I am currently a pediatric Emergency Department Registered Nurse. I have ~4 years experience in the Emergency Room setting, and 6 months experience as a Registered Nurse. I have been babysitting since I was 10 years old. I have experience watching ages from 0-11 years+, special needs, twins, and multiple...
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Jennifer M.

Full Time Helper Available

Clinton, MI

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$11/hr
I am a very loving, compassionate, fun, easy going girl who loves to help others and put a smile on their face. It makes me feel good about myself to know I can help others and make a difference in a persons life. I have a brother with Tourette syndrome, a cousin with Aspergers, and I myself have epilepsy. Although I don't know...
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Howard W.

Part Time Caregiver

Saline, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Retired RN with over 30 years experience in many different fields. I am compassionate and treat patients like family. I worked Medical Intensive Coronary Care for 8 years. I am comfortable with suctioning, tube feedings, and others. Feel free to contact me for questions. I have a clean background check and driving record. NI'm...

Janice M. says "A lifetime of caring for everyone,promoting wellness and tending to the sick,are just a few of Bud's achievements. He has managed to be a shining example...

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Brittany J.

Professional Friend And Role Model

Jackson, MI

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hi there my name is Brittany. I love kids and animals! I have an Associates Degree in Behavioral Science and I have been babysitting and pet sitting for families for the last 7 years. I have worked with children from infancy to as old as 13 years old. I have helped with children with different special-needs and I have helped...

Allison M. says "Brittany was absolutely wonderful! I work from home and needed someone to watch my four month old who needed to stay home from daycare. She arrived right...

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Amanda C.

Jackson, MI

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, all! I have 10+ years experience working with children in both a nanny capacity and in a school environment. I've worked in private homes (nanny) as well as public and private schools (afternoon preschool teacher/kindergarten readiness, special needs aid, teacher's aid, and instructional aid). I'm comfortable with kids of...

Care Member says "Amanda is an excellent communicator and very responsive. She was great with our son (who can be difficult at times) and is very skilled at interacting...

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Sarah L.

Experienced Preschool/Daycare Teacher & Mom Seeking Nanny Position

Tecumseh, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I have been working with children for 18 plus years in daycare and preschool settings. I am open to evening or weekend care needs or summer care. I have experience with special needs as well as with working with multiples! I have worked with twins on several occasions. I am also a mom of three sweet boys, ages 11, 8, and 5.

Diana S. says "Sarah was the most amazing nanny for our children for nearly two years and I can't recommend her highly enough. She started when our oldest was almost...

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Kennedi F.

Loving And Caring Nanny

Ann Arbor, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I've been watching children since I was 10. I'm the oldest girl of eight children and I started babysitting them at 10, and would babysit my neighbors kids at that age as well. I've watched all ages from newborns to preteens and I know how to talk and communicate with all ages. I love being creative with children and finding...

Michelle K. says "Last summer I needed help with my 4 year old, 2 year old and 1 year old while I recovered from surgery. They loved Kennedi and still ask when she will...

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Caitlin P.

Babysitter/Nanny

Ann Arbor, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Caitlin and I have been babysitting since I was 11. I have worked with kids of all ages, and I have also had professional experience caring for kids and babies in a private school preschool. I work hard to maintain thoughtfulness, kindness, and dedication. I also do light cooking, cleaning and organizing the whole house...

Rebecca W. says "Caitlin is such a sweet girl! Super great with the kids, and cleans too! She really cares about the correct way to interact with our kids in order to...

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Isabel L.

Part-Time Caregiver

Milan, MI

4.3(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
I currently attend WSU (online) and am in the process of obtaining my bachelors in social work with the intent to go into school social work. Within my professional role, I am a paraeducator in the Saline school district. I specialize in caring for children who have special needs (8+ years experience) but will obviously work...

Sarah W. says "Izzie has great communication and has always been on time. I have five children, three who have special needs, and I have always felt confident in her...

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Zachary P.

Ann Arbor, MI

from
$21/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
As a Direct Care Worker with special needs adults and children I learned tremendous patience in difficult situations. As an entertainer of many stripes, I know how to connect with all ages and be an enjoyable and encouraging presence. Care work is very meaningful work for me and I believe I'm uniquely suited for it.
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Yiliyah W.

Fun-loving Smile Enthusiast!

Jackson, MI

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
I have 10+ years experience working w children including the 4 of my 10yr+ younger siblings that I have had the joy in helping raise. I have my degree in psychology with the end goal of being a child psychologist for deaf and disabled little ones. I'd describe my personality as enthusiastic, optimistic, and fun-loving so I love...
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Puspa G.

Part-time Or Full Time Care Giver Available On Weekdays.

Ann Arbor, MI

from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a mother of a 13-year-old kid. Have experience taking care of infants, toddlers and special need teenager. Working at University of Michigan and looking to keep myself busy when I am free. I enjoy spending time with infants and taking care of toddlers.
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Aisha S.

Ann Arbor, MI

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Aisha! I have been babysitting since I was 17, gaining experience with families of all sizes and children of various ages. Over multiple summers, I have nannied children between the ages of 2 and 7, but I genuinely enjoy working with kids of all ages. Additionally, growing up with an autistic brother and...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.12/hr as of July 2025

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Manchester, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Sarah Z.

I am Sarah's current employer (she nannies for our 18-month old daughter, M.). The family in Ohio who ends up with this wonderful woman in...

- Adrian M.

Hannah W.

Hannah came over to watch our two toddlers for a few hours. She was very responsive to the job request and easy to communicate with. She was...

- Care member

Pamela N.

Pamela was fantastic! She was able to put my baby to sleep within an hour of her first time with us. She has a great spirit, seems very...

- Leah H.

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