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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Portage, MI
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Portage, MI
Skylar S.
Kalamazoo, MI
$19-24/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, my name is Skylar! I am at KVCC to become an elementary teacher. I have 2 years of professional childcare experience. I have experience with infants, toddlers, and school age children and special needs. I currently work as a home health aide with a teen who has physical and cognitively disabilities. Day to day...
5.0
"Skylar helped my mother while she was unable to walk. She did safe transfers and was a bubbly personality to be around. She kept the house tidy and helped run errands."
Reviewed by Ann S.
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Hi everyone, my name is Darby! I am 24
years old, and have over 10 years experience of babysitting. I love caring for children of all ages. I have volunteered at an autism center, and have babysat children with special needs/special healthcare needs. I am flexible with any child! Over the years of babysitting, watching children...
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Hi there! I'm Brooke! I'm currently an elementary education student at WMU and 21 years old. I've been babysitting for years and have worked with all ages and stages of development. I also have experience working with multiple children with special needs. For two years I worked at a preschool with mostly the 4-5-year-olds, but...
Anna L.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
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I have been caring for children for over 12 years, including working as a nanny to three great boys and spending the last year caring for a delightful baby girl. I have experience with children of all ages and babies, as well as children with special needs. I have also worked caring for a variety of pets including dogs, cats,...
Sara R.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi my name is Sara!
I graduated in the spring with my masters degree in behavior science from Western Michigan University, and recently relocated to the Richmond area for a job opportunity! While in Michigan I nannied for a family with special needs kids for ~3 years. I love being a care provider and is something I would love...
Morgan F.
Kalamazoo, MI
$16-21/hr
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My name is Morgan. I am a 25-year-old. I recently graduated from college. I am currently working as a Parapro, and I am looking for a flexible weekend job. I work with a diverse group of children with all different types of cognitive and behavioral difficulties. I love what I do and am looking to grow my experiences and...
Grace A.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hey, I'm Grace! I have 6 years of experience. I can help with crafts, homework and carpooling. I'm a Musical Theatre Performance major and American Sign Language Studies minor at Western Michigan University. I am also pursuing a degree in Special Education. I've been teaching dance to young kids for 8 years and have extensive...
Madison J.
Kalamazoo, MI
$17-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hello, I'm a dedicated childcare worker with a decade of experience spanning babysitting, preschools, special needs settings, and live-in nanny roles. My expertise covers a wide age range from newborns to 16-year-olds. Committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment, I bring a passion for fostering children's growth and...
Mary K.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I also coached kids gymnastics as well as volunteered as a coach for a kid's special needs basketball program. I have 5 years of babysitting experience and had a summer nannying job last year. I am very calm in conflict but know how to be assertive when necessary. I consider myself fun, outgoing, and a good leader. . I would...
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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...
Angel M.
Kalamazoo, MI
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
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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.
Alisha L.
Kalamazoo, MI
$11-20/hr
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I have roughly 5 years experience working with both youth and adults with developmental and physical disabilities.
Chloe W.
Kalamazoo, MI
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
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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,...
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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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I am a neurodivergent caregiver specializing in caring for others with special needs.
I have over 15 years of childcare experience with several children with SPD//ADHD/ASD and mental health challenges.
Holly M.
Kalamazoo, MI
$11-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have been a caregiver to my Aunts all the way to and through hospice before they passed. I also care for my 77-year-old mother. Currently I am employed at a juvenile detention facility where I work with troubled youth often with special needs and/or mental illness. I deal well in these areas as well as acting out individuals.
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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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Hello,
I am a graduate student at WMU in the field of Speech-Language Pathology. I am fully vaccinated and have had experience with children, babies and special needs children and coursework in child development. I have worked at Daycares, other nannying jobs, an autism center, schools and in the campus speech clinic with...
Kay S.
Kalamazoo, MI
$11-16/hr
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I don't have any experience caring for those with special needs, but I consider myself very patient and always willing to learn.
I hope my presence will allow people to feel calm and comfortable enough so they can tell me how I can assist them.
Grace A.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hey, I'm Grace! I have 6 years of experience. I can help with crafts, homework and carpooling. I'm a Musical Theatre Performance major and American Sign Language Studies minor at Western Michigan University. I am also pursuing a degree in Special Education. I've been teaching dance to young kids for 8 years and have extensive...
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Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Portage, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.