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Allison R.

20+ Year Experience Special Needs

Lawrence, KS

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Over 20 years experience working in personal care as well as vocational and individual living skills training.

Care Member says "An excellent caregiver, knowledgeable, reliable, attentive, compassionate."

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Patient, Experienced Nanny & Special Needs Caregiver

Lawrence, KS

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
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Hi! I'm Morgan, a dedicated caregiver passionate about helping kids thrive. I am a student at the University of Kansas (KU) studying Behavioral Science and Child Life Studies. My education gives me a deep understanding of child development and positive behavior guidance, which I bring into my daily caregiving. What I Offer: I...
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Special Needs Caregiver Looking For Work In Lawrence Kansas!

Lawrence, KS

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! My name is Ava and I am looking to work with individuals with disabilities! I have worked with multiple individuals for the last 4 years, and absolutely love it. They bring me so much happiness!! I am caring, responsible, fun, and passionate about helping others. If you are in need of some extra help, please message me!
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Lawrence, KS

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$10/hr
I recently began a job at a company working with adults with developmental disabilities and I have absolutely loved it! Unfortunately, I am moving back to Kansas from Idaho and will not be able to continue my career with my current employer. I would love to be able to do similar work in Kansas. I have experience with one on one...
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Lawrence, KS

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$10/hr
My focus of emphasis, at Washburn, was in Adaptive Special Education. I received various coursework over properly working with students of special needs along with an eight-week student teaching internship working with a K-3 Elementary SPED teacher at a school in Lawrence, KS. I also plan to obtain a master's in Special...
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Lawrence, KS

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$15/hr
Part-time Caregiver Available On Weekends I am currently a senior at the University of Kansas, majoring in Unified Early Childhood Education with a specialization in Special Education.
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Lawrence, KS

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$20/hr
I am looking for a caregiver position. For the last year, I have worked with a few different families & led them through virtual school during the Covid shutdown, but I have been a nanny for several years. I have experience working with kids with ASD, ADD, anxiety, & speech delay. I know basic ASL. I volunteered w/ various...
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Experienced and Caring Babysitter

Lawrence, KS

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Growing up with an autistic brother has allowed me to work with and around all of the challenges that a special needs child can offer. Along with living with and experiencing a sibling on the Autism Spectrum for 18 years, I have worked with blind and deaf children, as well as those with ADD and ADHD. Through my experiences, I...
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Retired RN

Lawrence, KS

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a mom to 3 and a Gigi to 2. I'm a retired RN with 25 yrs experience in the emergency department, pediatrics and case management. I worked with Down syndrome children while volunteering at Hillcrest elementary and also while working at Cottonwood in the late 80's early 90's. Willing to help occasionally or reoccurring set...
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Paula

Lawrence, KS

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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! My name is Paula and I would love to care for your loved one. I can do laundry, reminder of meds, feed, dress, bathe, pretty much I can help with anything.
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Leavenworth, KS

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hello I am a fellow direct support professional and I currently work a job as a Dsp getting my RBT. I am here to help with all the behavioral problems u might have to deal with , with your loved one . I understand everyone is different in their own way .
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Caretaker

Leavenworth, KS

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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Randi. I work caring for adults with special needs and the elderly. I have worked with individuals with Alzheimer's . I am interested in working closer to home (Leavenworth) on a part time basis. About me: I am a Christian and active member of my church. I majored in art and minored in psychology in college. I'm...
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Teacher Interested In Helping Children With special needs

Baldwin City, KS

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$5/hr
5 years experience
As a teacher, I have worked with numerous types of special needs children, including ADD, ADHD, autism, Cerebral Palsy, ELL, and others. I am kind, compassionate and patient person whom parents and children alike can enjoy being with and learn from. I am a loving and caring person available to help you and your family.
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Lenexa, KS

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have worked as a Middle School Teacher for the last 10years. I have worked with ages 11-18 during that time as a teacher an during the summer. I am flexible with hours as I am off during the summer.
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BCBA

Leavenworth, KS

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I am a Board Certified Behavior analyst and have experience with autism, downs syndrome, eating disorders, pervasive developmental disorder, ODD, ADHD and many more acronyms that are associated with our friends needing additional care.
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Ozawkie, KS

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I bring over a decade of experience supporting and teaching people across the lifespan with cognitive and behavioral disabilities. My work is grounded in meeting individuals where they are, honoring their strengths, needs, and goals. I am known for an empathic, flexible approach that adapts to changing situations while...
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  • The average posted rate is $15.00/hr as of July 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs child care is 5.0

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