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Kennedy A.


Gobles, MI

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Love Kids And Pets

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Kennedy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
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Emma O.


Kalamazoo, MI

$21/hr6 yrs exp

Great Nanny And Loves Cleaning!

I started working for my mother at her in home daycare as soon as I could and started babysitting for families date nights as young as 12 years old at their homes. I then went on to babysit several families a week for a few years in high school. Once I graduated I found a family in my neighborhood that needed a nanny, and I...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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Melina E.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

High Tech Aide/Scheduler

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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Gretchen J.


Kalamazoo, MI

$20/hr20 yrs exp

Gretchen J.-educator & Friend!

I am a long-term substitute teacher, with nearly 25 years of experience in the public school system, both in typical & special needs classrooms. In addition, I have a masters degree in therapeutic horsemanship, & have a lesson program with my two lovely & gentle horses. I am very creative, love to do anything outdoors, & find...
Gretchen can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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Rue M.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Creative Nanny That Loves Nature And Art!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Rue can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Angelina T.


Kalamazoo, MI

$16-50/hr3 yrs exp

Looking To Build A Connection With Families!

Hello! My name is Angelina, I currently work as a behavioral technician for kids who have autism. I have two years of experience working as an assistant teacher for kiddos ages 0-4! My favorite thing about working with kids is seeing them growth and develop their skills and personality. In my free time I enjoy drawing and...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Chloe, and I would love to help with your families childcare needs. With my passion for working with kiddos along with my 8 years of extensive childcare experience, I could be a wonderful addition to your village. Some of my experience includes working in a kindergarten classroom, working in a preschool setting,...
Chloe can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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Marina M.


Wayland, MI

$11-20/hr1 yrs exp

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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Lucy N.


Kalamazoo, MI

$11-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hi, I am Lucy and I'm 19. I have worked with kids with developmental delays and other special needs for about a year and am very passionate about what I do. I am a sophomore with a special Education major at Western University. I have a very big heart for kids and people with special needs and I feel as if it is my calling to...
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Simone V.


Kalamazoo, MI

$20-35/hr1 yrs exp

Here To Help

I recently worked in a group home for adults with mental disabilities which exposed me to many different diagnoses and ways of living. I love getting to know people and share interests, time, space, whatever is needed of me. I know it can be difficult to navigate a neurotypical world from my own experiences and I'm passionate...
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Madison M.


Kalamazoo, MI

$11-25/hr6 yrs exp

Eager And Excited!

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...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
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Aubrey P.


Wayland, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced

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...
Aubrey can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Stephanie P.


Portage, MI

$11-15/hr

Home Health Aide

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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Rebekah L.


Kalamazoo, MI

$14-25/hr10 yrs exp

As the oldest of 7 children, I learned at a very young age how to care for children and how to anticipate their needs. I've worked with special needs adults and children, teens who've been abused and neglected, and youth in programs at church. I am not easily flustered or frustrated and find it very easy to remain calm in...
Rebekah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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Sydney R.


Kalamazoo, MI

$14-22/hr

Looking To Learn & Leading With Kindness

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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Marcia R.


Portage, MI

$15-19/hr4 yrs exp

Compassionate Person Who Has Raised Two Beautiful Adult Children

Hello! I am a professional woman, and I have raised two successful adult children. I have experience running a daycare when my children were younger, as well as having worked in the school system with special needs children. I have experience taking care of children of all ages outside of my family and within my extended family....
Marcia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Angel M.


Kalamazoo, MI

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a caregiver for special needs individuals, I provide compassionate, personalized support to empower others in their daily lives. I have passion in this line of work, I'm patient & always looking forward to see how I can help enhance the quality of life of those who I come by.
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Tanner P.


Portage, MI

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

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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Mya L.


Wayland, MI

$18/hr1 yrs exp

Learn More About Me!!

Middle Child of 9 here!! Being between 4 brothers and 4 sisters, there's a lot to learn, being as one has Special Needs, so my patience and love stretches far, i'm very well aware of surroundings and I always look ahead, as to what situations may occur, in order to keep everyone safe, feel free to reach out at any time! I'd...
Mya can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR

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