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Mikayla Z.

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My name is Mikayla and I am a certified special education teacher. While I am on summer break I would love to work with elementary-middle aged children. Although, working with elementary-middle school aged children is my expertise I do have experience with babies, toddlers, high school students as well as adults and children...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Alison. I am a mom with personal child care experience. I also have professional experience as a special needs caregiver. I am college educated with a creative arts background. I am patient, mature, dependable, nurturing and caring. I enjoy connecting with the clients that I care for. I look forward to helping a...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hey there! My name is Carly. I recently finished school and am looking to support parents in the role as babysitter/nanny for the next five months. I have vast experience with children, including caring for children with special needs. I studied music therapy and from that have gained a deep understanding of child development,...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Bailey. I am an animal-lover, former athlete and a total arts-n-crafts nerd. I recently graduated with my Bachelor of Social Work degree from Grand Valley State University and am working full-time Monday-Thursday in an office job in Ionia. I am also a part-time Master of Social Work student at Michigan State...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Katarina, or Kat for short. I am 23 and have been providing child care for at least 8 years. I have experience with children of all ages, including special needs individuals. I am currently a patient care tech on a cardiac acute care/med-surg unit but am looking to shift my focus to independent care. I am very...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
Hi! I'm Hannah -- calm, caring, and probably your kid's new favorite sidekick. I've worked with children since 2021, including as an ABA Technician supporting kids with ASD. I studied Elementary Education at GRCC and Psychology at the University of Michigan, and I love turning everyday moments into learning adventures. I've...
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Rockford, MI

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$32/hr
11 years experience
I am a patient, calm, and creative childcare provider with over a decade of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens and children with special needs. My passion for fostering children's growth and development as an RBT led me to this fulfilling career, and I strive to make a positive impact on the...
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Jenison, MI

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Brooklyn, I am currently a Hairstylist. Fostering a child's creativity and development is my true passion. I am dedicated to making a positive, lasting impact on the families I support. With seven years+ of experience, as well as in ABA therapy as a BHT for kids with autism. I provide reliable care for up to...
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Child Care

Grand Rapids, MI

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Joyce, I'm 28 years old and I living downtown Troy. I have over 7 years of experience as a childcare provider. I have a degree in childcare professional in Brazil. I have a course in child development and child behavior. I worked with psychology clinics as an occupational therapist for 3 years in Brazil and also as a...
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Rockford, MI

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$20/hr
20 years experience
Hi! I am a mom of four grown babies who I stayed home with for 10 years. I live in Rockford on a farm with our animals. I am also a former kindergarten teacher and now a nanny. I have tons of newborn experience. :] I have quite a lot of special needs experience also. I adore children and babies and have spent the past year...
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Carrie W.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$25/hr
17 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Nurturing children and watching them blossom is my greatest joy, with my own children as well as the flock of kids in my immediate friend family. With 17 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, I bring a patient, creative, and friendly approach to childcare. I have also experienced direct...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
6 years experience
I have always had love for kids with special needs and that all started from a very young age. Growing up I spent the summers camping with family friends that has a girl with down syndrome. In addition to just hanging out with her I also helped her with school. Once I entered High school I started babysitting a family once a...
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Caring Woman Wanting To Help Others

Grand Rapids, MI

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$25/hr
7 years experience
I am currently going to school to become an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA). I have experience as a nanny, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), home health aide, and clinical secretary at a hospital. Additional experience with tube feeding, dressing, transfers, feeding, and more! Contact me if you think I'd be a good fit!
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Lauren B.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
I am currently employed full time, Mon-Fri 8-5. Please contact me with any babysitting needs ONLY. See experience below Behavioral Technician for special needs children ranging from 3-18yrs. I am also CPR certified for infants and adults. Childcare giver to a micro-preemie (started at 7mo). Maintained a routine based on...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Caring and understanding the needs of persons with disabilities has became a passion of mine after having a sibling with a developmental disability. When I was 15 years old my youngest brother was born with a congenital heart defect, there was many surgeries and medical appointment in the following years as my family learned how...
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Grant, MI

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$16/hr
1 year experience
I've worked with kids with disabilities for almost two years in a classroom. I currently work at a daycare with some kids who have autism and developmental delays.
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Sydney S.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have watched and taken care of individuals with special needs for a couple of years now. I've worked with CP Down syndrome, autism, feeding tubes, SCI's, and more!
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Patient And Caring Sitter!

Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I am someone you can trust with your loved ones and children. I have experience babysitting and taking care of younger siblings and family members while growing up all my life. I also have had lot of experience and past jobs working and caretaking for individuals with special needs. I am very passionate about helping others and...
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Nanny for Special Needs Full Time or Part Time

Allendale, MI

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I have a little brother, 2 cousins, and an aunt with special needs. I have worked with special needs ranging from autism to cerebral palsy to retts syndrome. I have learned a lot of patience and have had multiple training courses to work with the special needs. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I love this population because I...
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Creative Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Day camp counselor for youth of all ages; CPR certified; experience with youth with special needs; taken child development courses; multiple years of experience with newborns, infants, and toddlers; fan of craft time and going to the park.
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