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Sydney R.

Looking To Learn & Leading With Kindness

Kalamazoo, MI

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$14/hr
Hello, I'm Sydney! I have experience caring for children and am looking to expand my skills in caring for those with special needs. In high school I spent time assisting peers with special needs in a classroom setting through our peer to peer program; I am eager to develop my skills through more formal training so that I can...
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Kalamazoo, MI

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Initially from the Chicago Suburbs, and currently attend Western Michigan University (staying the summer), majoring in Exercise Science and minoring in Psychology. I will be staying in Kalamazoo this summer to do work part-time with Athletic Mentors in Richland, MI, and I am relatively flexible. I have 3+ years of experience as...
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Kalamazoo, MI

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Brittany! I am currently in my graduate program at Western Michigan University for School Social Work. I have a strong background working with children of all ages and needs, and I am looking for babysitting opportunities in the area! My experience: -Worked in foster care, supporting children who have...
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Galesburg, MI

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$11/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have a bachelor's degree in elementary education with a special education license. I have taken care of children since I was 11. I am 32 years old and have experience with all ages. I have worked at multiple childcare facilities and I have been a preschool teacher. I have also been a live in nanny. I have been certified...
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Creative Nanny That Loves Nature And Art!

Kalamazoo, MI

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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Hello! My name is Rue, (my legal name is Emily) and I live in Bellingham, WA with my fiance, our dog, and our cat! I am looking for a family to work 20-30 hours a week with. I have years of experience nannying children as well as working with adults with special needs. I have nannied children as young as 3 months old and love...
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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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Highly Experienced

Wayland, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hello there! My name is Aubrey and I am a 24-year-old girl who has a deep passion for caring of children and pets. I grew up the oldest of 7 children, 2 of which are twins, and one who is special needs. I feel like my calling is to be a nanny due to the many year's experience I have with my own siblings. I used to babysit on...
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The Perfect Sitter For You

Kalamazoo, MI

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$11/hr
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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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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Reliable Caregiver For Your Children

Mattawan, MI

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Deanna. I am first aid and CPR certified. I have experience both babysitting and daycare. I am also authorized to give medications should your child need it. I have worked with special needs individuals. I can meal prep and tidy up while you're busy away! I have 4 years of Nanny experience, primarily with...
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Wayland, MI

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$11/hr
1 year experience
I am a full time para pro returning to school in the fall, looking for some summer work! I work with elementary age children who have are cognitively and emotionally impaired as well as those on the autism spectrum. I also used to periodically babysit for a girl with special needs, but she was highly functional on her own. I...
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Babysitter

Kalamazoo, MI

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$16/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I started babysitting when I was about 13 years old, which is around eight years of experience for me. I always went with my mom babysitting and then my mom passed on my name to some of her clients once I was old enough. I started by babysitting a special needs child when she was around 5 years old and she is now 16. I drove her...
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Registered Nurse

Mattawan, MI

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$30/hr
5 years experience
I am available for evening and weekend care needs. I work primarily in elderly long term care, but have worked with individuals with special needs, psych, and in the home health setting. I bring a compassionate, friendly, and client centered care approach with all individuals I serve. I do work full time Monday thru Friday and...
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Looking Forward To Meeting You And Your Little Ones!

Battle Creek, MI

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$11/hr
3 years experience
I am currently a teachers assistant in a K-3 ASD classroom. I have also been babysitting 2 ASD boys for the past 5 years. I'm so excited to meet your kiddos and be a positive roll model for them.
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Part Time Babysitter

Portage, MI

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
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 Child Caregiver

Kalamazoo, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have 17 years of experience working with special needs children and their families. I am currently employed at a local hospital. I have worked with men, women, and children. I recently worked with the same residents for 14 years before they were put into a nursing home facility.
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Love Kids And Pets

Gobles, MI

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$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello parents, I am originally from Illinois and just got accepted into WMU, I have babysat in the past. Most of my experience comes from living with my niece, she is my whole world. I love kids and am looking for part-time work while I go to school for social work. So excited to start this and I have worked with children that...
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Eager And Excited!

Kalamazoo, MI

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$11/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 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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Experienced Babysitter Available Anytime

Kalamazoo, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with epilepsy, down syndrome, CF, auto-immune issues, and deafness - I think every child/person deserves the same dedication no matter the needs associated. I have personal experience dealing with auto-immune problems which, I think, has allowed me the opportunity to empathize more but (most importantly) gain...
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High Tech Aide/Scheduler

Kalamazoo, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have ample experience caring for individuals with traumatic injuries. I have worked in the health care field for 17 years.
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