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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...
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30 years experience with variety of senior care, cognitively impaired, or special needs. Autism. Available part time or full time.
Amanda A.
Middleville, MI
$15-30/hr
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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...
Diane J.
Caledonia, MI
$18-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I worked in special education . I also cared for a special-needs young woman for 17 years and provided respite care for her for an additional 15 years. Experienced also with elderly, hospice care.
Katelyn P.
Dorr, MI
$17-26/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I am a hard working individual with a heart for kids. I am currently a short term nanny for a beautiful 9-month-old girl; I have worked with her since she was 4 months. Before this experience, I worked for 2 years at a public school as a special needs paraprofessional with 9 children.
In the past, I have worked for 2 different...
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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...
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"Alissa was great with our infant and very accommodating with our schedules!"
Reviewed by Kelsey P.
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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...
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"Charvella watched my 7 year old over the summer and did an amazing job! She was dependable, even when having car issues. She was also great with our 4 animals and helped make my life a lot easier! My kid...
Reviewed by Aisha J.
Ashley R.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
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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.
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"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...
Reviewed by Care member
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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...
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"Maddie helped us out last minute and did a great job with our kids. Very friendly and reliable!"
Reviewed by Douglas B.
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CURRENTLY OFFERING:
Day time appointments
Date night
**Hourly minimum: $20/hr.
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ABOUT ME:
29-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...
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"Kate is amazing with kids! We have three children (ages 3, 5, 7) who've had very little interaction with sitters for the past two years due to the pandemic. Kate engaged with them immediately- through games...
Reviewed by Stephanie W.
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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...
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"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...
Reviewed by Kylee L.
Delaney H.
Grand Rapids, MI
$25-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Fun-loving Babysitter Willing To Work Around Schedules
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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...
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"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...
Reviewed by Annie M.
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Hi! My name is Sofia and I'm looking for a family to help once a week during this fall. I'm in my senior year at WMU, studying nursing. I grew up in the Saint Joseph area and enjoy the beach and outdoors. My most recent experience has been watching multiple families (ages 16, 13, 11, and 9; 9 and 3; 2. 5 and 7 wks old; and 2 yr...
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"Our kids and our big bloodhound LOVE Sofia. We have had her watch our kids (ages 1 and 5) and pup overnight multiple times. We also had her watch the girls a few times during the pandemic while we were working...
Reviewed by Ted P.
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I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I love kids of all ages and I have babysat/been a nanny for kids of all ages. I have experience with caring for special needs! I have been an infant teacher at a learning center. I understand the importance of being reliable and...
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"Natalie watched my 2 kids and was very good with them. I would recommend her to anyone."
Reviewed by Timothy S.
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I have a passion for helping others and sharing my passion for art. I love to work creatively with children and adults. I have over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. I also have experience working with children and adults with special needs. For the past 6 months I have been a caregiver for an elderly...
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"Claire is fantastic. We are so lucky to have found her. She provides such loving care and is so personable and reliable. SO GRATEFUL! Would hire her over and over!"
Reviewed by Amy B.
Lauren R.
Hudsonville, MI
$10-15/hr
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I have been a part of the LINKS program in my high school for three years. This is a class where I was paired one on one with a student whom I assisted in their general education classes. I also assisted a special education teacher in a classroom. The past two summers I taught swim lessons to special needs students. Through...
Jessica D.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Graduate Student Looking For Evening/Weekend Opportunities
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My name is Jess! I am a full time graduate student studying physical therapy at GVSU and am looking for some occasional babysitting opportunities! Since I am a student, my schedule will vary - but I am generally available in the evenings on weekdays and most of the day Friday through Sunday! I babysat all through high...
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"Jess watched my kids for a full day while I was at work. She was on time, helped my son get on and off the bus, and even stayed a little longer to play with my daughter after school because she was so excited...
Reviewed by Ruth M.
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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...
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"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...
Reviewed by Elissa H.
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My mother has run a daycare since I was 6 years old. At the age of 12, I was added to her license and began babysitting on my own. I was a nursery aid for 2 years, and I have been a nanny since 2018. I have first aid training and CPR/AED certification. Throughout my child care experience, I have cared for children as young as a...
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"Iesha has been great with our daughter E. She has been very active in taking care of E.; she has brought her to the zoo and Gardens. She has also cleaned while watching E. which has been a life saver for me...
Reviewed by Elizabeth V.
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Hello! I'm an experienced and dedicated individual with a passion for providing quality care to children. With a 5 year background as a 6th grade teacher and and a bachelor's degree in elementary and special education, I bring a wealth of knowledge and understanding to childcare. As the oldest of 7 siblings, I have honed my...
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"Came with activities and great energy! Kids loved her! "
Reviewed by Kristi K.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wayland, MI
Alissa E.
5.0
She was lovely and handled bedtime with our little baby well!
- Sarah R.
Charvella H.
5.0
Super prompt, professional and responsive. Charvella watched both our 3 month old and toddler. Our 2 yo daughter warmed up to her right away. I would highly recommend her.
- Ben B.
Ashley R.
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.
- Care member
Maddie S.
5.0
Maddie helped us out last minute and did a great job with our kids. Very friendly and reliable!
- Douglas B.
Kate H.
5.0
Kate is amazing with kids! We have three children (ages 3, 5, 7) who've had very little interaction with sitters for the past two years due to the pandemic. Kate engaged with them immediately- through games and art projects she proactively brought/thought of on her own. My kids always have so much...
- Stephanie W.
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