Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

How it works

Share details about your special needs child care needs

Match with highly rated local special needs child care near you

Compare special needs child care options and choose the best fit

Special needs child care in Independence, MO

Miyako R.'s Photo

Miyako R.


Kansas City, MO

$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Caring, Compassionate Provider

See profile
Hello, I have the most experience with NG tubes, Ostomy care, Trach Care and incontinence in infants and elderly. I have worked with the adult population as well. I have my first aid through the American Heart Association. I am also a licensed CNA with the state of Kansas.
Alexis H.'s Photo

Alexis H.


Kansas City, MO

$20-25/hr

Part-Time Caregiver

My name is Alexis although I go by Lexi! I'm fun-loving, positive, caring, and responsible. I have professional experience in working with children with autism from ages 2-7 years old as a Registered Behavior Technician. As well as personal experience caring for a family member with Alzheimer's for the past 5 years. I know some...
Lisa B.'s Photo

Lisa B.


Blue Springs, MO

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Lisa and I have both personal and paid experience caring for clients with autism, developmental delays, adhd, cognitive delays, and a multitude of other special needs diagnosis. Most recently, I have been caring for Alzheimer's/ dementia clients, end-stage disease and hospice. I am redirecting my career to focus...
Lexia E.'s Photo

Lexia E.


Kansas City, MO

$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs adults and children. I have been a caregiver off and on for 10 years. I just ended a career in Law Enforcement and have training in First Aid and CPR.
Ava H.'s Photo

Ava H.


Kansas City, MO

$18-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have a little over a year in experience, I love working with kids especially special needs and infant, I also have a soft spot for the elderly.
William B.'s Photo

William B.


Kansas City, MO

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

PT To FT Special Needs Caregiver

I have several years of experience working within schools or private ABA clinics providing support to a range of needs. I am about to graduate with my masters in applied behavioral sciences and love working to help support kids and seeing them learn new skills!
Wendy W.'s Photo

Wendy W.


Kansas City, MO

$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked with children and adults with special needs. I have worked with them in schools, residential facilities, group homes, and private homes.
I'm 22 years old pursuing a degree to become a psychologist. As far as my experience with working with those with special needs, I don't have a ton of paid experience but I have an 8yr old brother who is autistic and both of my parents worked in group homes for those with special needs so I'm very familiar helping. Just looking...
Belinda C.'s Photo

Belinda C.


Blue Springs, MO

$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked for persons with special needs for 15 years. I have a passion for helping people in need.
As I start to obtain my Bachelor's in Sociology, and as a Behavioral Therapist at Trumpet Behavioral Health, human services is a main priority. As I work with kids with autism on a daily basis, I am fit to teach and bond with your loved ones.
Monica C.'s Photo

Monica C.


Kansas City, MO

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Personal Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My son (now grown and with his father) was diagnosed with mood, behavioral, learning, speech, and anxiety issues at an early age. I closed my in-home Marketing business to care for him full-time for 8 years. I worked closely with his doctors, teachers, and therapists. I am very organized, detail-oriented, and enjoy helping...
Brenda W.'s Photo

Brenda W.


Mission, KS

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional RN Who Loves Kids Of All Ages

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am patient and kind and love kids. Cared for adult quadriplegic and head injury patients before entering nursing school.
5.0
"Given my care needs as a young professional with cerebral palsy from birth, I have hired and trained a staff of personal care attendants for nearly 10 years (5-7 individuals per year, sometimes more). I would easily place Brenda in my top 3 hires! In working with...

Patrick P.

Araceli G.'s Photo

Araceli G.


Kansas City, MO

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience taking care of clients that have dementia, Alzheimer's and Schizophrenia. I have CNA license and experience. I also took care of visually impaired clients as well as clients who are quadriplegic.
5.0
"Araceli is a model caretaker! I have worked in the Healthcare industry. I know what professionalism looks like, and Araceli has it. She confirmed the morning of...then arrived on time. Araceli has a positive attitude when asked to do a task. Worked while we...

Karyn M.

Larry J.'s Photo

Larry J.


Lees Summit, MO

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I grew up with my autistic brother. He never had a drivers license and walked everywhere or rode a bike. One particular snowy night he was walking home from Walmart on a street that had no sidewalks. A pickup with a snow plow on the front hit my brother a knocked him into a deep ditch. He was life-flighted to Kansas City where...
5.0
"Thanks Larry, great experience!"

Adrian S.

Rut P.'s Photo

Rut P.


Grandview, MO

$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have been a nanny for a family with four children. During this time, I cared for a 6-year-old with Down Syndrome and an 8-year-old with ADHD as well as their 4-year-old brother and 2-year-old sister. I am studying nursing and feel comfortable working with children with special needs and providing personalized care to them. I...
Amber G.'s Photo

Amber G.


Kansas City, MO

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have more than 10 years experience working with individuals with special circumstances (needs). I am very patient as I know this is very necessary to be successful in whatever task we have set out to do. I strive to get to know each individual very personally so that I can best support them in the way they need me to. I would...
Stephanie B.'s Photo

Stephanie B.


Kansas City, MO

$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Nanny/Sign Language Interpreter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Most of my work experience has been related to children and I have thoroughly enjoyed them all. For the last two years, I have worked as a nanny/personal assistant to a wonderful family in the Denver Metro area. Before that, I worked as a Sign Language Interpreter at an elementary school for 4+ years. There I mainstreamed deaf...
Kasey J.'s Photo

Kasey J.


Kansas City, MO

$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a former Director of Social Services in geriatric psych. I have extensive experience working with children, inpatient psych, and adults aged 18-65. I am contracted with DMH to care for individuals with autism, as well. I am single and live alone with pets. I have background check/clearance to provide that I'm cleared on the...
5.0
"Kasey has been an amazing companion and caregiver for me. I've been restricted to a chair for weeks, due to a broken leg, unable to bear any weight for walking or other movement. It's been a challenging time, but Kasey has helped make it bearable. She has been in...

Alisa B.

Christina B.'s Photo

Christina B.


Kansas City, MO

$10-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children and adults with special needs. I have worked in group homes, residential units and schools. I enjoy working with this population and love being able to help them live the best lives they can.

Showing 21 - 40 of 60

Recent special needs child care reviews in Independence, MO

Brenda W.

5.0

Given my care needs as a young professional with cerebral palsy from birth, I have hired and trained a staff of personal care attendants for nearly 10 years (5-7 individuals per year, sometimes more). I would easily place Brenda in my top 3 hires! In working with both my morning (dressing,...

- Patrick P.

Araceli G.

5.0

Araceli is a model caretaker! I have worked in the Healthcare industry. I know what professionalism looks like, and Araceli has it. She confirmed the morning of...then arrived on time. Araceli has a positive attitude when asked to do a task. Worked while we talked...Kept her phone calls to a...

- Karyn M.

Larry J.

5.0

Larry is a great guy & really helped me out. Being single with no family in town I was always concerned about what I would do if I ever needed a surgery driver. Larry provided early morning transportation to my surgery & got me home in good shape. Larry was in touch with me the night before...

- Paul M.

Kasey J.

5.0

Kasey has been an amazing companion and caregiver for me. I've been restricted to a chair for weeks, due to a broken leg, unable to bear any weight for walking or other movement. It's been a challenging time, but Kasey has helped make it bearable. She has been in charge of my meals, hygiene, and...

- Alisa B.

Additional Special Needs Child Care Services

Special Needs Child Care in Blue Springs, MOSpecial Needs Child Care in Kansas City, MOSpecial Needs Child Care in Liberty, MOSpecial Needs Child Care in Lees Summit, MOSpecial Needs Child Care in Kansas City, KSSpecial Needs Child Care in Prairie Village, KSSpecial Needs Child Care in Mission, KSSpecial Needs Child Care in Leawood, KSSpecial Needs Child Care in Excelsior Springs, MOSpecial Needs Child Care in Overland Park, KS
Special Needs Child Care in Lawrence, KSSpecial Needs Child Care in Stanberry, MOSpecial Needs Child Care in Sedalia, MOSpecial Needs Child Care in Paola, KSSpecial Needs Child Care in Warrensburg, MOSpecial Needs Child Care in Boonville, MOSpecial Needs Child Care in Gardner, KSSpecial Needs Child Care in Tonganoxie, KSSpecial Needs Child Care in Fort Scott, KSSpecial Needs Child Care in Jamesport, MO
Show more