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178 special needs caregivers are listed in Saint Louis, MO

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Saint Louis, MO

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Mary S.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

5.0

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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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Jennifer K.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-35/hr10 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...
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Bonnie C.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-20/hr10 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/hr10 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/hr10 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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Daquana S.


Saint Louis, MO

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Check Out My Senior And Childcare Page

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Please view and check out my senior and childcare page, too.... I have worked with disabled for over 15 years
5.0
"Great person! She is responsible and has a wonderful work ethic. I highly recommend DaQuana. I would be so happy to still be working with her, but it seems she is allergic to animals and I have a Service Dog. She really triedd HARD to make it work. Thanks DaQuana!"

Janis T.

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Abbragale B.


Saint Louis, MO

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Abby, I am 23 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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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently in nursing school so I have a lot of experience with medical issues and specials needs!
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Jennifer K.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-43/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Including Special Needs

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
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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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Michaelene B.


Saint Louis, MO

$30/hr20 yrs exp

Newborn Nanny Available

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

I began caring for children professionally in 2006 working for a family with special needs. In that position, I helped raise two boys, ages 3 and 7. After five years, the family, happily, was able to function without my assistance. In Nov. 2013, I began working with a newborn and over a period of three wonderful years, prepared...
Michaelene can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Michaelene is great. We never have to worry about anything happening to our child when we are out and she is watching him. Our son always gets a huge smile on his face and very excited when she comes to babysit him. I highly recommend her."

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Sheila B.


Saint Louis, MO

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I studied child growth and development in college. I have always worked with children including those with special needs. I have been a nanny for 30 years. I was with my first family until they were school age. My second family for four years and sadly they got transferred to a different state. Currently, the family I am with is...
Sheila can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sheila was a wonderful nanny. She was always punctual, organized, loving and cheerful. And she took great care of our boys. She was engaging and happy and that made for an engaging and happy baby. I was sad when she had to leave us. She certainly set the bar high...

Farheen R.

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Ramanda B.


Saint Louis, MO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny & Family Assistant

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Currently available for regular nanny hours and/or household admistrator duties in the Saint Louis, MO area. 10+ years of experience including coaching, expressive therapies with children, and infant care. I have worked with ages birth-18 and am well versed in infant care and non-nursing special needs. For children ages birth-10...
Ramanda can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ramanda is a true blessing! She took care of our one year old and still does occasionally. She taught our son so much and I always feel safe and have trusted her since day one. She gives constant updates and makes sure your child is happy and learning. I had a hard...

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Elizabeth M.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am a dancer, dance instructor, choreographer, and a yoga teacher. I am passionate about the arts and love to bring fun and creativity into the lives of the young people I care for. I kickstarted my childcare experience with babysitting kids in the neighborhood where I grew up. As I gained experience, I began nannying and...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Elizabeth is caring, hard working and very responsible. She has cared for my 11 month old in my home and place of business."

Emily E.

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Amanda C.


Saint Louis, MO

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher/ Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Currently with a family Tuesday / Wednesday and Thursday . I do bring my 4-year-old boy along and have been with the same family six months now. I was introduced to my previous family after word of mouth from my previous two. I'm looking for long term but short is ok too. I can provide a strong resume and recommendations. I am...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Amanda is absolutely incredible with my children. She started caring for both of my children as soon as I went back to work after maternity leave. She took wonderful care of them, sent pictures daily, was with them as they learned to walk and talk. She stepped...

Holli R.

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Carey E.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny Available For Nights And Weekends!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a great, experienced Nanny look for a family to care for. I have 10 plus years of experience with caring for children newborn and up. Experience with children with special needs. Knowledgeable in child development and age appropriate learning. Enjoy doing crafts, outside time, field trips, music time.
Carey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Carey is amazing with children, she not just a nanny, she becomes like family which is great when you are thinking about someone taking care of your kids. She is always willing to go the ex mile and help with sports, doctor appointment and any school activity's....

Kayla P.

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Kathleen B.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time, Full-Time, Live-In/Live-Out Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a school teacher (BA in Education and Musical Theatre from Fontbonne University in St. Louis, Missouri) who has been caring for children of all ages and abilities (infant care, special needs care, etc.) in California since 1989. I'm a children's book author and illustrator, musical composer, and former dance and theatre...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kathleen has watched our two children, ages 5 and 7, providing pick up from school to our home. Our family loved her! She provided excellent, engaging and thoughtful care including art, music and game activities. Kathleen is not just a babysitter, she is definitely...

Luci N.

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Abigail B.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Fun And Creative Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As the oldest of five kids, I've been around kids my whole life. I started babysitting for people outside my family at the age of 12, and have continued on since then! I have experience with children with special needs, multiples, and large numbers of kids! I have a passion for inspiring creativity in kids and encouraging them...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My three daughters adore Abby. She has cared for them on many occasions (from the time they were very little) and is still their favorite babysitter to date. She is creative, caring, fun, and responsible and we would highly recommend her to any family we know (and...

Courtney P.

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Kate R.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

Responsible, Retired, Loves Kids

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I love kids and can't imagine a more enjoyable way to spend my time. Retired since 1/22 and I have been caring for my "bestie" (grandniece born Nov 2021) two days a week since then. I also have nieces ages 5, 7 and 9, and an 11-year-old nephew, all of whom I care for when needed. I have raised one child of my own and two...
Kate can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Kate is awesome with my kids! My 2 boys are always in a great mood after she has watched them. She is attentive, organized and fun! Highly recommend her - she has gone above and beyond for us."

Claire G.

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Esma B.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-48/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

(1)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I love taking care of children, cooking and baking and I love sports... I have been teaching Math, German , English and dance classes for the last 15 years. I like being with children and teaching. I have experince with special needs kids. Looking forward to sharing my experiences.
Esma can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alexis W.


Saint Louis, MO

$25/hr5 yrs exp

I'm an energetic, creative and outgoing 28-year-old who loves working with kids. I fell into childcare 10 years ago and love it so much that I continue doing that part-time. I've been working as a babysitter since high school and have worked with multiple families for extended periods of time. I have experience with kids of all...
Alexis can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alexis was accommodating, attentive, and reliable. She went above and beyond, and her selflessness and genuine care did not go unnoticed. "

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Saint Louis, MO

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.

Daquana S.

5.0

Great person! She is responsible and has a wonderful work ethic. I highly recommend DaQuana. I would be so happy to still be working with her, but it seems she is allergic to animals and I have a Service Dog. She really triedd HARD to make it work. Thanks DaQuana!

- Janis T.

Abbragale B.

5.0

Abby was reliable, on time, friendly, understanding, and interactive with my boys. I would recommend her!

- Care member

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.

Michaelene B.

5.0

Michaelene has been wonderful for our family! We have two boys, ages 6 and 4. Micaelean has cared for them for over two years and we couldn't be happier. Her availability is flexible and she is responsive whenever we reach out. It means a lot having someone we trust and the boys look forward to...

- Care member

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

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Saint Louis, MO are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 104 reviews of the 178 listed special needs caregivers.