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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Portage,Ā MI

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Portage, MI

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Rebekah L.


Kalamazoo, MI

$14-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Angel M.


Kalamazoo, MI

$20-25/hr • 8 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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Darby K.


Schoolcraft, MI

$17-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

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...
Darby can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Chloe W.


Kalamazoo, MI

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

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: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Kallen S.


Kalamazoo, MI

$24-38/hr • 6 yrs exp

Weeknight And Weekend Help

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.
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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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Madelynn A.


Kalamazoo, MI

$13-21/hr • 5 yrs exp

Grad Student Looking For Babysitting Jobs

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...
Madelynn can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Grace A.


Kalamazoo, MI

$18-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

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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Alisha E.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hi! My name is Alisha and I live in Oakland, CA. I was born and raised in Kalamazoo, MI. I obtained my degree from Western Michigan University in 2012 in Elementary Education with minors in Early Childhood Education, Language Arts, and Social Studies. I have my Michigan teaching credential and currently in the process of...
I am a medical assistant and a Nationally Registered and licensed EMT (NREMT) in the state of Michigan. I have experience with special needs and emotionally challenged children and adults.
Carrie can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Melina E.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-30/hr • 10 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.
Hello! I just finished my degree in sociology at The George Washington University in DC, and have moved back to the area. I am looking for a position as a nanny or caregiver! I have plenty of experience working with children as a summer camp counselor, a tutor, a babysitter, and a brief position as a nanny. I am CPR and first...
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Alyson M.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

I am a very kind, loving, and compassionate person. I worked as a behavior technician and love helping others. My goal is to become a Speech Language Pathologist focusing on individuals with special needs.
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Cathy H.


Kalamazoo, MI

$11-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Available Full-time

I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide for 25 years. In my years of working for a licensed medical agency, I have cared for many individuals, from infants to the elderly, and with various handicaps and disabilities.
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Kaylin R.


Kalamazoo, MI

$11-50/hr

The Perfect Sitter For You

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Kaylin can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
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Rue M.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-25/hr • 5 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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Gretchen J.


Kalamazoo, MI

$20/hr • 20 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
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Madison M.


Kalamazoo, MI

$11-25/hr • 6 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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Samantha S.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Please see my senior care profile as I have extensive experience working special needs cases. Would love to hear from you.
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Leah M.


Kalamazoo, MI

$16-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

I'm currently a certified Registered Behavioral Therapist. I currently work with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. I have worked with infants to 15 years old. I have prior experience with childcare for years.

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Ratings for Portage, MI special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

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.