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60 special needs child care are listed in Leawood, KS
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 5 years
Special needs child care in Leawood, KS
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm an RN who would love to care for your special person. I have experience with children with learning challenges, with patients who have had physical and mental disabilities of all sorts and I'm confident I can help you out. My background is one of a home health care nurse for 8 years, Hospital Critical Care and Float...
Theresa K.
Leawood, KS
$15-20/hr
I have an education background, and have taught for 36 years. I have a Special Education degree. I also have worked with the At- Risk population. I have worked with special needs children. The last was a little boy on a feeding tube. I can provide references upon request. I hope to hear from you.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Angela, I'm 46, and have over 30 years experience with infants and children of all ages. I currently work for the Liberty School District as a SPED bus monitor assisting children with multiple physical and or mental/emotional disabilities. I also have experience with infant and toddler multiples and young children...
Angela can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Angela has been working with our family part-time for over 2 years. If we could hire her full-time, we would! Our kids love her. She keeps them entertained with activities such as arts and crafts, going for walks, cooking, and going to the park. She always...
Kathie and Josh W.
Talisha R.
Kansas City, KS
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Talisha & I'm a sweet, loving, caring and outgoing person I love children, I'm a full time nanny and I work at a daycare as my second job/ babysit some of he kiddos from the daycare on the side and I help this sweet lady with disability issues on the side as well as little side jobs, it would be my pleasure to...
Christina B.
Kansas City, MO
$10-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
20 + years of CARING and dependable care for your family member as well as the rest of the family.
Experience working in the home as well as psych hospitals, mental health rehab facilities and physical therapy facilities. I'd rather work in the home with the person who needs help because that is where the quality care is given...
5.0
"I have been using Lisa for years. She is the kindest person you will ever meet. She is amazing. My son loves her and so do I. She is very professional, caring, loving. I highly recommend her for any and all of your needs."
Jennifer H.
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am flexible with my hours or work. I was a licensed certified paraprofessional in Oklahoma. The reason I say I was is because I recently moved to Kansas and I am not sure if KS has the same requirements as OK. I have worked with special needs children for over 3 yrs. I enjoyed this job very much and would like to continue...
5.0
"My almost 2 year old can be a real handful and "Miss Nay Nay" (as my lil guy called her) was AWESOME with him! Even with an infant thrown into the mix, she was a total pro! HIGHLY recommend! :D"
Jennifer B.
5.0
(1)
I've worked and been around children and adults with special needs since I was 18. I worked as a behaviorist in the smsd school district for a couple years before having children of my own. Since then I have assisted with a couple families that have children with special needs.
I love working with children in general, no matter...
5.0
"Jackie has always displayed a high degree of integrity, responsibility, and ambition."
Melissa L.
5.0
(1)
I Graduated as a practical nurse and am a certified nurse assist and home health aide for 11years. I have work in skilled nursing , assistant living, companion and memory care. I have also worked with special needs children and adults. I enjoy what I do .
5.0
"Yvonne was an excellent caregiver for my wife who needs extra care with all her daily living activities. Yvonne went above and beyond the required duties in her caring. She was very dependable. My wife and I will definitely consider hiring her again in the future."
Dave S.
Michelle K.
Lenexa, KS
$27-34/hr • 3 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
I am an energetic 29 y/o with a passion to assist others. I love teaching and exploring nature, oil painting, cooking and volunteering my extra time for those in need through various programs such as CASA, women's shelters and animal sanctuaries. I have experience working with children with medical needs (G tubes, J tubes, trach...
5.0
"Michelle was a shining light during a very dark time for my family. My dad had a double hip replacement surgery and my mom is very sick with multiple sclerosis. We needed her for help for my mom (transfers from bed to wheelchair, wheelchair to couch, etc.) eating...
Sarah W.
5.0
(2)
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...
Paula P.
Kansas City, KS
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with autistic children. I have worked also with mentally challenged children and adults. I worked with individuals with all sorts of handicaps from mild to severe. I truly enjoy helping others and it's a passion that I desire in my heart.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lena. I have a huge passion and love for working with children and helping them develop. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 12 years of experience caring for children, from infants to elementary schoolers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm...
5.0
"Lena was great! Very willing to be flexible, and take on additional duties and responsibilities to make sure my son had whatever he needed. She's incredibly polite, kind, courteous and was wonderful interacting my son."
Jerrod P.
Amber G.
Kansas City, MO
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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...
Araceli G.
Kansas City, MO
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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.
Clarinda R.
Kansas City, MO
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Available 24/7 VERY Flexible
Care Giver by Nature: Nanny by Choice!
Genuine, Loyal, Honest, Energetic, Fun!
Resume and References Available Upon Request!
I obtained my Bachelors in Psychology, with minors in Biology, Criminal Justice Administration and Sociology with Honors from Columbia College.
I like to think that I...
5.0
"She takes her job seriously and is willing to learn new things. She appears genuinely interested in how the client can benefit from her services and has demonstrated willingness to undergo training to help the client. Overall, she is very personable and we hope to...
Raji J.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I specialize in all things baby. Among other credentials I am a postpartum doula. I have studied with pediatric sleep consultants. As a freelance caregiver I am available for day or overnight care.
My care plan is designed to make mom and dads life more pleasant. How I do that is by ensuring that your baby is being cared for by...
5.0
"Cheryl is an amazing care giver . I hired her to take care of my son and she is just above and beyond. She is always on time and very responsive. I also like how she is caring about my child. I like she gives me head up if she can’t make it. I would highly...
Care member
Hello,
My name is Rebekah and I look forward to speaking with you!
I have a resume/references from families that I have worked for previously. I have experience with caregiving for children/adults of all ages, as well as special needs.
I would love to have a phone chat to explain my experience in detail.
Please reach out to...
Karla M.
Kansas City, MO
$25-30/hr
Hello, my name is Karla. I am recent grad of the University of Missouri Kansas City with a bachelors in business and marketing and an associates in early childhood development. I am also CPR certified. I love to care for others and I have passion and patience for those who need care of all ages. I have experience working with...
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Recent special needs child care reviews in Leawood, KS
Angela R.
5.0
Angela has been working with our family part-time for over 2 years. If we could hire her full-time, we would! Our kids love her. She keeps them entertained with activities such as arts and crafts, going for walks, cooking, and going to the park. She always shows up on time and has been extremely...
- Kathie and Josh W.
Lisa S.
5.0
I have been using Lisa for years. She is the kindest person you will ever meet. She is amazing. My son loves her and so do I. She is very professional, caring, loving. I highly recommend her for any and all of your needs.
- Jennifer H.
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.
Ashethia P.
5.0
Ashethia is amazing. She has years of experience working with special needs kids. She is calm and kind and my son adores her. I am so grateful to have her in my life!
- Muriel G.
Jackie C.
5.0
Jackie has always displayed a high degree of integrity, responsibility, and ambition.
- Melissa L.