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Super prompt, professional and responsive. Charvella watched both our 3 month old and toddler. Our 2 yo daughter warmed up to her right…
Review for Charvella H. by Ben B.
Maddie helped us out last minute and did a great job with our kids. Very friendly and reliable!
Review for Maddie S. by Douglas B.
Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She…
Review for Jessalynn O. by Jennifer C.
Special needs caregivers in Wayland, MI
Marina M.
Wayland, MI
$11-20/hr • 1 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...
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
Erika M.
Dorr, MI
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Erika and I would love to get to know you and your family! I have been surrounded by kids my whole life. My mom had an in-home daycare all throughout my childhood, I am an experienced nanny/babysitter, have worked in a preschool, and have most recently worked as a social worker at an elementary school working with...
Erika can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Amanda A.
Middleville, MI
$15-30/hr
I am a teacher in with GSRP program and have 5 children of our own. I am very comfortable with children of all ages and several children at a time. I am energetic, loving, quick on my feet, and have a plethora of strategies and activities to pull from. I love to be outdoors, bake/cook, listen to music (aka-dance party), read, do...
Alisha L.
Hopkins, MI
$11-20/hr
I have roughly 5 years experience working with both youth and adults with developmental and physical disabilities.
Yaren H.
Caledonia, MI
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked as a Behavior Technician with kids ages 3-17 for just under two years, as well as nannying and babysitting for about two years before that. I have lots of experience with special needs children, as well as babies, and toddlers. I'm also able to assist with homework if needed. CPR trained for children and infants, as...
Yaren can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Morgan B.
Dorr, MI
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dedicated Special Education Teacher | Helping Individuals Thrive. Available PT During Summer.
Hi! My name is Morgan, and I am a dedicated special education teacher with extensive experience working with individuals with autism and cognitive impairments. With many years of experience supporting children and adults of all abilities, I am passionate about helping individuals develop essential life skills in a supportive and...
I am a mother of seven kids. Four adopted and a grandmother to 10 amazing littles. I've been a preschool teacher, an assistant to Down syndrome children, a house manager at a bed n breakfast. Wedding venue. I'm kind, organized, and love being a host, helping in any way and taking care of others. I have many skills that will make...
5.0
(8)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I love children of all ages. I have watched children from newborns to the age of 13. I also have experience with special needs children. I love being around children, they keep me up to date with the world. I am also competitive, so if your children like to race or play video games, let's do it! (I always let them win). I love...
Charvella can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Charvella is a very sweet and caring person. She was very dependable and consistently communicated daily! She worked very well with the kids and made them feel safe and comfortable in her care. She is very attentive, and detail oriented as well. I would definitely...
Sylvia F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am so excited to be on your potential list for a summer nanny! I am a 2022 College graduate and am currently teaching special education at the elementary level ! I am currently looking for a summer nannying position after the school year (early June) until I have to head back to my classroom (early-mid August). I have...
Maddie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maddie helped us out last minute and did a great job with our kids. Very friendly and reliable!"
Douglas B.
5.0
(1)
I have been babysitting for the past 9 years. My experience goes past just babysitting. I also worked as a before/after school care giver for 5 years in a private christian school. In addition to that I was also a Preschool aid for the two years following my graduation from High school. I have experience with children with...
Jessalynn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She is willing to go above and beyond and do whatever you need. I highly recommend Jessa for anyone looking for a dependable and...
Jennifer C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Gianna,and I am currently a freshman at the University, I play soccer here as well, and am staying in Grand Rapids this summer, looking for a great opportunity caring for and building a bond with you and your child/children! I have two amazing younger siblings that I have cared for since a young age, and...
5.0
"Gianna is a very loving, compassionate and pleasant individual. She shows up with a smile on her face and always happy to work and learn. She will be greatly missed as she goes off to school this August. I hope we have the ability to work with her in the future....
Kelly S.
Ashley R.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm Ashley and I have seven plus years experience working with individuals of varying needs and disabilities. I've been hired for special events as well as regular care.
5.0
"Ashley has been an amazing caregiver for my wheelchair bound Aunt who has cognitive disability and early onset dementia. She has been an asset and miracle worker to our family and Aunt. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone. "
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Delaney H.
Grand Rapids, MI
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Fun-loving Babysitter Willing To Work Around Schedules
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I started off babysitting for family and friends at about 13 years old and since then I have expanded to anyone in need of a caregiver. I have experience working at a daycare center where I was an assistant teacher for children 3 to 4 years old. At the daycare I enjoyed helping the children with crafts, reading, and...
Delaney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We interviewed Delaney for a full-time nanny position for our two girls. She showed up to the interview on-time and did a great job. We asked questions around her top 3 responsibilities as a nanny, what she considers a healthy meal, and how she handles discipline...
Annie M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a positive and energetic person who adores kids. I am the proud "Fun Aunt" to my beautiful 3-year-old Niece and my firecracker 6-year-old Nephew. I graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Speech Language Pathology. Not only did I grow up as the (go to) babysitter on my street for 15+ years, I am...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kate is wonderful! She actually reached out to our family through Care.com after seeing a post about our need for help with remote learning when school closed due to COVID-19. I'm so glad she did! She was great with our two girls, who were in 2nd and 4th grade at...
Elissa H.
5.0
(1)
I have babysat from age 12 and still do for friends and family. I worked at a daycare as an assistant teacher in the toddler room and quickly realized I wanted to make a career out of childcare. I went through GRCC and got my Child Development Associates Certificate(CDA) and became the lead teacher in the infant room. I planned...
5.0
"Brooke is great with my kids!! She is top on my list when I need child care!"
Mandi D.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
CURRENTLY OFFERING:
Day time appointments
Date night
**Hourly minimum: $21/hr.
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ABOUT ME:
30-years-old.
Social Worker.
Grand Valley State University alumni.
GVSU Grad student.
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EXPERIENCE:
Build-A-Bear Workshop
Elementary Team Lead at Boys & Girls Club
Bashor Children's Home (Residential)
Wedgwood Christian Services...
Kate can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Katie was amazing with our 3 children. Fun loving but firm when the situation called for it. Always put the best interest of our family first. A really great find!"
Tiffany E.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in child care since I was 13 years old. I have worked with all ages ranging from newborns to teenagers. I have spent a lot of time working with special needs children too. I am currently a resident at Nemours Children's Hospital and I enjoy babysitting in my free time. I'd be a great fit if you were looking...
Alissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My kids and I LOVE Alissa. She is dependable, easy to talk to, loves my kids and dogs. She even surprised me with a super clean kitchen when I got home. We will miss her when she goes back to school this fall, but hope she will always be a part of our family and...
Michele K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Amanda! I have always grown up caring for kids. I come from a very big family and have always been heavily involved in childcare from a young age. I absolutely love spending time with children, I believe it's important to be so present with them and actively engaged- we have so much we can learn from their...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We love her! Amanda is our favorite sitter. She is great with my three kids. She has taken care of my toddlers and newborn and my kids get so excited when she comes over. She is the only sitter who my kids don't cry when I leave. She is such a blessing and has...
Kylee L.
My experience is mostly with special needs children, but I also love building relationships with seniors. I have some medical experience, am a quick study & firmly believe in the value and autonomy of all people.
Allison can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
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