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Leah R. - Seeking Work in Portage

Nanny Leah

Portage, MI
$20/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, I’m Leah!
I’m passionate about creating, helping others, and always finding new ways to grow. I work in behavioral health and I’m studying psychology, with dreams of becoming a therapist one day.
A little bit about me: I love crafts, journaling, photography, and making my everyday life a little more beautiful and meaningful. I’m all about personal growth, healing, and building a life filled with purpose, love, and creativity.
Thanks for being here — I’m excited to keep learning, creating, and growing together!

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"Leah watched my 10 and 8 year old for a summer. She was engaging, creative and attentive to their needs. Leah sought feedback on how she was doing and ways to bring more fun and excitement to their day. Leah was responsive and dependable. I would recommend Leah to anyone seeking a nanny for their children."
- Connie
Brittany J. - Seeking Work in Portage

Nanny Brittany

Portage, MI
$12.48/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I am a loving and caring person I have been taking care of kids since I was 13 years old due to my parents being gone a lot I took care of my little brother and the house

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"Her dedication and enthusiasm"
- Carisa Bradshaw
Brittany J. - Seeking Work in Portage

Nanny Brittany

Portage, MI
$13.75/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hey I’m Brittany and I’m just the right nanny/ babysitter for any family I love kids and I’m really good with what ever need to be done I’m hard working kids love me I can help them with their abcs all the way to helping with high school homework and teach them how to make different things from arts and crafts to cooking and baking in the kitchen I’m good with all Linda’s of pets as well

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"Brittany will go out of her way to follow what you put in writing. She is responsible and very like-able with many kids. She is a good person for watching children."
- Laryssa

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Kaitlyn L. - Seeking Work in Portage

Nanny Kaitlyn

Portage, MI
$20/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

My age is 23. I enjoy Journaling , reading and spending time with my family I find interest in cooking and baking. I have 5 years of experience with kids ages 0-12 in both a daycare center and home.

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Amanda S. - Seeking Work in Portage

Nanny Amanda

Portage, MI
$25/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi ! My name is Amanda and I been a nanny for 17 years working with all age groups infant-highschool ! I'm a dedicated Nanny/aupair who loves working with children to help your child grow into the most successful person in life at any age to help develop in all there milestones from infant-school aged. I've worked at many drop off daycares, schools and Montessori! I not only take care of your children but also help with your pets,house cleaning,laundry,errands,grocery shopping,dogsitting while your on vacation! I would love to help your children /family be successful and be there for you to help out when have a busy career to make life easier ! I love my job being a Nanny making a difference on everyone's life with helping you out so you don't feel alone doing it all yourself! If I am someone who would be a fit for your family! I look forward to hearing from you! Feel free to send me a message if you're interested! Thanks and look forward to talking with you!

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Kara V. - Seeking Work in Portage

Nanny Kara

Portage, MI
$16/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I'm a WMU alumni who currently works as a dog walker & trainer, but also loves kids! I've had a variety of experience working with kids of all ages and needs. I love being able to come up with new and fun things for kids to do. As a Kalamazoo native, I know all the best places for field trips and fun adventures!

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Katlynn B. - Seeking Work in Portage

Nanny Katlynn

Portage, MI
$16/hr
Part-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

I have worked in child care for the past six years. I have a BA in psychology and am working on my MA in counseling. I enjoy working with kids and doing fun activities and art projects with them.

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Tay S. - Seeking Work in Portage

Nanny Tay

Portage, MI
$15.50/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, My name is Tanyee, but I go by Tay! I’m 22 years old and I live in portage mi.
I have a 3 year old son named Ky’Lion, who I share a birthday with. ❤️ I’m very shy at first but when I warm up to you, you’ll absolutely love me! I’m such a sweet, silly, caring person who gained a strong love for children at a young age. Neighbors, cousins, nieces and nephews I always acted like a mini mom. My mom used to call me “mama hen.” I’ve worked at 2 licensed daycares. I’m currently in the process of getting ready to go back to school to continue in child Education. I would love to be a teacher.
I love to stay busy and do fun things. I always try and find new things to do.

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Alicia M. - Seeking Work in Portage

Nanny Alicia

Portage, MI
$30/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, I have been a professional nanny for over fifteen years. I genuinely love my job. My knowledge of how to teach in a fun, natural and stimulating way has proven to be a priceless asset for many families. I also have experience with premature babies and around the clock newborn care.

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How to Hire Special Needs Child Care in Portage,MI

First, you should understand your requirements and preferences for this position and create your special needs nanny job. Then, as you find candidates that you like, you can message them to learn more about them. After you found the right candidate, you can take advantage of Nanny Lane’s services, including background checks, a hiring agent, and nanny payroll.

Common Responsibilities of Special Needs Child Care in Portage,MI

The roles and responsibilities of a nanny caring for a child with special needs vary from position to position. Special needs nannies have diverse experiences with different needs and abilities. If your child has a consistent schedule or meals that they like to eat, your nanny’s responsibilities can include pick up/drop-off, meal preparation, and any other tasks needed to ensure the children’s well-being. It is essential to take these factors into account when determining how much you should pay a special needs nanny.

Interview Questions for Special Needs Child Care in Portage,MI

As you start to find your favorite candidates for your special needs nanny position, invite them to a nanny interview. Here’s a list of some nanny interview questions to consider asking:

  • What's your experience caring for children with special needs?
  • How comfortable are you with following a routine?
  • Have you taken any special training?
  • Have you ever had an emergency or difficult situation while caring for a child with special needs?

At the end of the interview, if you’d like to move forward with the candidate, you can ask for references to learn more about their experiences.

Contracts for Special Needs Child Care in Portage,MI

Once you have the right candidate for your special needs nanny job, you should present the candidate a job offer. This stage is an opportunity to foster open communication before they start or a situation arises. After presenting your job offer, facilitate a discussion between your family and your special needs nanny to clarify any confusion. Once you have found an agreement with your special needs nanny, you can document this in a contract.

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