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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Okemos, MI
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Okemos, MI
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Are you looking for an occational baby-sitter? I am a Special Education teacher, looking for part-time baby-sitting jobs on the weekends, winter break, spring break, and summer. I have been a baby-sitter/nanny, preschool teacher, and I have worked with school age children from preschool to young adult. I look forward to working...
5.0
"Karyn is honest, punctual, and has a genuine love for her work. She communicates and advocates for the needs of those in her care."
Reviewed by Stephanie G.
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Hi, my name is Jasmine! I am a Senior at Michigan State University studying Spanish and Communication Sciences and Disorders. I have tutored, babysat for over 8 years, and nannied for multiple families. My career goal is Pediatric Speech and Language Pathology. I have a car, LOVE animals, and would love to help with household...
5.0
"Jasmine has helped care for our young child for over a year and truly has become part of the family. Our son absolutely adores her and we will miss her when we move from the area. If you are looking for an...
Reviewed by Bre B.
Chloe R.
Okemos, MI
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Chloe and I am so excited to work with your family.
As far as introducing myself, I am senior Pre-Med student at Michigan State University with hopes of becoming a Pediatric Geneticist!
I have over 6 years of working with children from every age and background including special needs. I am first aid...
Emma M.
Lansing, MI
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi I'm Emma!
I'm currently looking for a nanny position this upcoming fall, full time or part time. Within 30 minutes of the lansing area.
About me:
- I have a Bachelors in general and special education. I graduated from CMU.
- I've nannied for 5 years and I've taught k-6 grade for 3 years.
- I have 5+ years of childcare...
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"Emma responded quickly to my request for a last-minute sitter for my 3 young kids - ages 2, 4, 5 (any family in this situation knows the feeling!) Emma was early, professional, caring, and engaging. I really...
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Hello, my name is Kayla and I have about four years experience working with special needs, including at Beekman Therapeutic Riding Center where I helped kids with cognitive and social impairments. I am kind, gentle, and firm and work hard to better their lives and increase independence. I am studying to be a yoga teacher and...
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I've been a nanny for almost 13 years now, with experience of 7 different families-all ranging from 1-9 children (ages premature newborn to 13 years). I've somehow managed at least one set of twins per family in all of my experience, and I absolutely love it! I have had experience with special needs/ medical needs children as...
5.0
"Kaylee was a great joy to talk with! She was punctual and communicated very well. She showed a deep passion for caring for children and was very transparent in what she was looking for."
Reviewed by Katie And Timothy S.
Jessica G.
Lansing, MI
$22/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I have been a caregiver for two special needs adult girls for the past two years and gained some experience with basic sign language. I am comfortable with feeding, changing, showering, and other hygiene needs. As a caregiver, I love to bring my clients out in the community and have the transportation to do so; whether that be...
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"Jessie is one of the most hardworking and caring girls I've ever met. She knows her priorities and will do whatever she can to make sure shes doing the best that she can do. Working with kids is one of her...
Reviewed by Emma S.
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Hello!
I am a thoughtful, reliable carer who understands what it's like to be part of a family with special needs. I have experience teaching youth and children at my church, supporting 11-year-old autistic twins in their home, teaching math and business classes to High Schoolers in China, and teaching and loving my own five...
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"David has helped us in a pinch, after a couple injuries during a move. He has helped with packing boxes, loading and unloading a Uhaul, and is still helping my son (age almost 13, on autistic spectrum & with...
Reviewed by Lisa M.
Amina B.
Lansing, MI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have worked as a full time nanny, an evening babysitter, a camp counselor and a full time early childhood educator. I worked as a nanny for kids of all ages, some of whom had special needs (such as autism), and young adults that had both physical and mental disabilities. I also have worked as a private caretaker for the...
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"We have had the great privilege of having Amina as both a teacher for our daughter and as a babysitter in our home. Our children, ages 6 and 10, adore Amina and thoroughly enjoy spending time with her. She is...
Reviewed by Cara S.
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I have many years of caregiving for children under my belt. I have cared for special needs children, infants, toddlers, and kids up to 14 years of age. I have cared for up to three children of different ages but would be comfortable with more. I enjoy caring for kids, I love being outside, nature, relaxing, and trying new...
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Hello! My name is Hannah ! I am 18 years old and I am currently a college student at Central Michigan University! I am currently looking for a nannying job. Being the eldest of 9 siblings, I have a lot of experience with babysitting and being around children of all ages. My sibling's ages range from 1 year to 16 years old. I...
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Hi! I have had experience with all age levels. I worked in a daycare when I was 15 and loved it!! I have also helped with multiple special needs kids throughout the last couple years through my high school. I graduated from high school in 2019. I have a lot of experience with infants. My family fostered a little boy from the...
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Hello I have almost 6 years experience with taking care of people of all kinds from children to adults with or without special needs it brings me joy knowing I can help
Sarah H.
Lansing, MI
$16-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi there, I'm Sarah! I have over 10 years of experience babysitting/nannying and 5 years of center based experience, I am certified in Infant and Adult CPR, First Aid, and AED, fully vaccinated, with a clean criminal and driving record. Over the years I've cared for varying ages from newborn to 12 years and everything in...
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I have been caring for children since the age of 10, beginning with family members (younger sister and cousins) and at the age of 12, I started babysitting for non-family members. Having cared for children with ASD, emotional disorders, behavior disorders, and many other special needs, I have also cared for many children with...
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My name is Elise. I earned my masters degree in Actuarial Science. It is a science, computer programming and statistics field. I have experience tutoring young adults with learning disabilities. I have been a caregiver for 6 years. I am a happy and loving individual.
Mariah M.
Mason, MI
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I used to work at (adult foster care) home as a manager. I also work with children with autism as a registered behavioral therapist.
Hannah Y.
East Lansing, MI
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
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The past year of my life has been devoted to helping mentally ill adults with Brain traumatic injuries in a long term care facility. In that facility I worked as a behavioral health aide and had the pleasure of getting to know many different kinds of people. I have worked with dementia patients, patients with severe autism,...
Skylen P.
Lansing, MI
$14-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I am a PICU travel RN home for the summer. I have 5 years of nursing experience working with children's of all ages and diagnosis.
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Growing up with 7 siblings 4 with epilepsy, adhd, add, odd, and deaf, was not an easy task for me growing up. So I chose to learn how to help manage my amazing house hold and that's where it began. I began to apply different technicques in situations and study what helped or why something happened (too stemming, too...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Okemos, MI
Karyn N.
5.0
Karyn is honest, punctual, and has a genuine love for her work. She communicates and advocates for the needs of those in her care.
- Stephanie G.
Jasmine T.
5.0
Jasmine has helped care for our young child for over a year and truly has become part of the family. Our son absolutely adores her and we will miss her when we move from the area. If you are looking for an empathetic and playful provider, look no further.
- Bre B.
Emma M.
5.0
Emma responded quickly to my request for a last-minute sitter for my 3 young kids - ages 2, 4, 5 (any family in this situation knows the feeling!) Emma was early, professional, caring, and engaging. I really felt like she just stepped right into our family - will definitely reach back out when we...
- Care member
Kaylee B.
5.0
Kaylee was a great joy to talk with! She was punctual and communicated very well. She showed a deep passion for caring for children and was very transparent in what she was looking for.
- Katie And Timothy S.
Jessica G.
5.0
Jessie is one of the most hardworking and caring girls I've ever met. She knows her priorities and will do whatever she can to make sure shes doing the best that she can do. Working with kids is one of her strong suits. I would recommend her for any job because she is so adaptable to any...
- Emma S.
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Ratings for Okemos, MI special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Okemos, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.