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60 special needs child care are listed in Lees Summit, MO

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 3 years

Special needs child care in Lees Summit, MO

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Lena C.


Mission, KS

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter

5.0

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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.

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Marcela Z.


Kansas City, KS

$30-31/hr • 3 yrs exp

Behavioral Health Tech/Paraprofessional

Hello! My name is Marcela, I'm currently working towards becoming a Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor for children/adults on the autism spectrum. I currently work in the Autism Program for the school district of North KC. Working with kids of all ages & backgrounds really is an awesome experience to have. They always...
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Brenda W.


Mission, KS

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional RN Who Loves Kids Of All Ages

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.

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Stephanie M.


Leawood, KS

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nurse Providing Special Needs Service

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...
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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.
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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.
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Ashethia P.


Overland Park, KS

$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

The Daycare Provider You Are Looking For

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
"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.

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Yvonne K.


Overland Park, KS

$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

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.

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Lisa S.


Lenexa, KS

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs And Mental Health Professional

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.

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Michelle K.


Lenexa, KS

$27-34/hr • 3 yrs exp

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.

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Stacy J.


Kansas City, MO

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special-Needs Specialist

I'm a mom of two grown daughters, no grandbabies on the way just yet. I'm looking to keep my skills sharp by helping a family or families out this summer and fall. I'll be accepting offers from families from now (July 2024) through August 2024. I am a licensed clinical counselor, have extensive experience with families living...
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Audrey B.


Raymore, MO

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

In Home Aid Experienced In Special Needs And Child Care

I've worked with children who have mental, physical, and/or behavioral disabilities for 2 years. I am a hard worker and always looking to learn, gain more experience, and help in anyway I can! I m also working on obtaining my CNA/CMA certication!
Audrey can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Angela R.


Kansas City, MO

$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced With Multiples & Special Needs

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: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Trustline Certified

First Aid

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Paula M.


Overland Park, KS

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny. - Autism Strong

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I worked in a children's psychiatric center for 9 years. I worked with the following Diagnosis.: ADD /ADHD, bipolar disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, Autism. I was a Case Manager for children for the last 6 months. At The Elizabeth Layton Center.
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Melissa M.


Overland Park, KS

$10/hr

Available for Full Time or Part Time

I honestly have not had any experience getting to care for special needs children but I had a friend from college who had Asperger's syndrome. I also took a college class on teaching children with various special needs. I have a special place in my heart for those children. I know they are "different" but their life is just as...
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Ashley H.


Overland Park, KS

$8-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

About Me

I'd describe my personality as passionate, funny, and kind! I like caring for people with special needs because I like making sure everyone is included in everything. It brings me so much joy when kids are able to smile, laugh, play games and just have a good time. I started caring for people with special needs when I was in...
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Paige M.


Overland Park, KS

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have 20 years of experience. I can help with cooking/meal prep, travel, light housekeeping. My core values revolve are church settings. Here I volunteer for any evert that comes up at church. I go to Bible study every Sunday night and church every Sunday morning. I don't have a Bachelors Degree but I do have teaching...
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Jonna G.


Overland Park, KS

$18-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Jonna and I have found the jobs most rewarding to me have been the ones where I got to love on kids. I'm creative, calm, adventurous, and kind. I would love to chat with you about your families needs!
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.
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Qiana H.


Kansas City, MO

$13-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experience in all types of disorders and disabilities. Worked as nurse aide for 19 years and as psych monitor in hospital. I know a Lil about G Tubes and colostomy etc. Love working with people n motivation is a big thing for me.

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Lees Summit, MO

Lena C.

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.

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.

Yvonne K.

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.

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.

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Ratings for Lees Summit, MO special needs child care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Child Care in Lees Summit, MO are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care.