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85 special needs child care are listed in Saint Louis, MO

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 5 years

Special needs child care in Saint Louis, MO

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Jennifer K.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-43/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care Including Special Needs

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am available for part time child care. I have experience with all ages, and with special needs children.
Jennifer can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jennifer took care of my 9 year old son with nonverbal Autism. She is a wonderful person, mature, punctual and dependable. She is genuine and truly cares for the child and the family."

Reshmi D.

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Mary S.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

I have worked with children in various capacities for 15 years and am particularly drawn to those families dealing with special needs. Aside from that particular passion, working with children in general is rewarding no matter what the circumstances are. I enjoy taking the time to get to know them and what makes them unique as...
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Mary D.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experience With Several Special Needs

I worked in an ABA school with children for severe behavioral disorders. My particular child was non-verbal and autistic. I have worked with children with developmental delays, as well as children with feeding tubes and oxygen.
5.0
"I offered a Position and she promptly acknowledges, which shows me she is a very considerate and dependable type of person. I appreciate that she took the time to let me know she was not available for the times I needed. the first impression does matter. even if it...

Darsey K.

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Jennifer K.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher Looking For Summer Work

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a teacher for over 29 years. I love working will students of all ages, including those with special needs. I have experience working will many types of disabilities, including autism, Cerebral Palsy, Angelman's syndrome and Down's Syndrome. I can also be 'on call' to care for sick children, or do last minute...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a loving and caring person love too work with the disabled and elderly that can't help themselves. Compassionate about my job
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Caroline F.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Behavior Technician

Hi there! I had the joy of teaching kids with Autism for 1 year. I completed the 40-hour online training to become a Registered Behavior Technician. I taught various domains in each child's treatment plan developed by the BCBA such as social, receptive and expressive language, behavior feeding, hygiene, cognitive, motor skills,...
5.0
"Caroline is our go to babysitter for our 1 year old daughter, and we are so grateful we found someone we can 100% trust! Our daughter E loves Caroline. Caroline had a lot of experience with kids so she knows exactly what to do (this is hard to find someone you...

Jessica D.

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Kelly M.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I started taking care of special needs kids in grade school. I was a babysitter for a child who was profoundly deaf. She was an infant when I started watching her and I continued with her until she was 10. In high school, I had to have service hours and completed them at a home for special needs children. The home was for...
5.0
"Kelly was always very attentive and kind to my dad. She has a definite ability to aid the disabled and the aged. I would recommend her to anyone as a compassionate, reliable and interactive person."

Diane V.

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Bonnie C.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 57-year-old woman whose youngest daughter is 32 and has Down syndrome. I also have a 13-year-old grandson who has Asperger's. I worked for four years with the St. Louis ARC, providing jobs as well as coaching for special ed. adults. I also worked at Willow's Way as an ISL employee caring for individuals with special needs...
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Kristen F.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello! My name is Kristen and I live in St Louis, MO. I am very passionate about offering quality care, having fun & being silly! I have 15+ years of experience with childcare, running leisure activities and assisting with activities of daily living while encouraging growth. I've worked in school, camp, and in -home settings....
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Lisa A.


Saint Louis, MO

$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Activity Assistant/caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with psych, currently working with the Alzheimer's Dementia residents I have experience with advanced Alzheimer's dementia certification. I am currently working with down syndrome residents as well with residents who are ambulatory. I have a recent copy of background check upon request.
5.0
"Lisa has been a blessing for our family. We have 2 sons that she takes care of for us before school. One of our sons is a child with Autism, non-verbal, and can be difficult at times. She jumped right in to take the job, and has done an amazing job with our boys....

Katie B.

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Abbragale B.


Saint Louis, MO

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Abby, I am 24 years old and graduated from Rockhurst University in May 2023. I am a licensed EMT and have a plethora of medical and childcare backgrounds. I have provided respite care for groups and individuals for around 8 years off and on. The majority of my experience is in Autism and other developmental and...
5.0
"Abby was reliable, on time, friendly, understanding, and interactive with my boys. I would recommend her!"

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Lindsey P.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs And General Ed Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I currently work as a Teaching Assistant with Special School District of St. Louis and absolutely adore working with special needs kiddos. I also have experience as a teaching aide in a nursery/preschool for at-risk children and focused on teaching positive methods of emotion regulation and conflict resolution. While my...
Lindsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Emily M.


Saint Louis, MO

$25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver With Special Needs Experience

Hello! My name is Emily, I am a 2019 graduate of Arizona State with a degree in psychology focusing on childhood and adolescent development. Since then I've worked as an educator and behavioral therapist for kids with autism and their neurotypical peers in their classroom. Once COVID protocols shut down the classroom I was...
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Sofia V.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Care Aid For Special Needs

I've worked as a direct care aid for a year and have experience working with adults who have severe mental delays, impaired mobility, along with health issues. Which includes but not limited to food preparation, feeding, monitoring, charting, daily grooming and preparation, and engaging in sensory activities. I'm caring,...
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Ashley B.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

I am an Occupational Therapy Assistant. I am currently in a weekend graduate program to obtain my masters in Occupational Therapy. I have worked as a para and OTA in a school based setting for the last 3 years. I also have experience as a transition advisor for teens with developmental delays. I am very passionate about helping...
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Jennifer H.


Saint Louis, MO

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Teacher Available to Tutor, Baby-sit, or Nanny

I believe that every child possesses unique talents and gifts. Those with special needs are often more determined and have to work harder than those without special needs. I hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology, a master's in Elementary Education, and certification in Early Childhood Education. I have worked for 10 years in...
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Brittney T.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny/Caregiver Available

I am a very dependable, personable, organized, and kind person. I have years of experience caring for children and persons with various disabilities, handicaps, and disorders, including but not limited to: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Asperger's, Tourette's, the elderly, ADD/ADHD, mental disorders, Alzheimer's/dementia, and much...
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Salicia B.


Saint Louis, MO

$8-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hard Working Individual, Looking For Special Needs Or Senior Care Work.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Currently, I work as a Supervisor at Barnes Jewish Hospital for three years. I have more than 30 years working with children and adults with autism, Alzheimer's, dementia, and developmental disabilities. My duties included cooking, cleaning, job coaching, administering medications, behavior modification, community activities,...
I am currently teacher but I have nannied for the last few years. I'm looking for the opportunity to help a family while I finish school.
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Danielle K.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Dependable Registered Nurse With Experience In Special Needs

Hello! I am have lots of experience with special needs as I have a brother with Autism who I have helped with my entire life. I am also a registered nurse with 5+ years of experience. With that being said, I am reliable, patient, outgoing, and can also help with mobility and any medical care needed.

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Saint Louis, MO

Jennifer K.

5.0

Jennifer took care of my 9 year old son with nonverbal Autism. She is a wonderful person, mature, punctual and dependable. She is genuine and truly cares for the child and the family.

- Reshmi D.

Mary D.

5.0

I offered a Position and she promptly acknowledges, which shows me she is a very considerate and dependable type of person. I appreciate that she took the time to let me know she was not available for the times I needed. the first impression does matter. even if it is just by messaging. Thank you...

- Darsey K.

Caroline F.

5.0

Caroline is our go to babysitter for our 1 year old daughter, and we are so grateful we found someone we can 100% trust! Our daughter E loves Caroline. Caroline had a lot of experience with kids so she knows exactly what to do (this is hard to find someone you truly trust). Caroline asks all the...

- Jessica D.

Kelly M.

5.0

Kelly is very caring and has tons of patience. She has been an adult companion to our adult special needs child for the last 2 1/2 years. My daughter loves her and cannot wait to see her. I would highly recommend her to care for anyone especially those with special needs.

- Janelle R.

Lisa A.

5.0

Lisa has been a blessing for our family. We have 2 sons that she takes care of for us before school. One of our sons is a child with Autism, non-verbal, and can be difficult at times. She jumped right in to take the job, and has done an amazing job with our boys. She even drives our other son to...

- Katie B.

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Ratings for Saint Louis, MO special needs child care listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Child Care in Saint Louis, MO are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 85 listed special needs child care.