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187 special needs caregivers are listed in Saint Louis, MO

The average rate is $18/hr as of November 2024

The average years of experience for 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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Lindsay H.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 16 years of experience working with children and adults with mental illness, autism and other development disabilities. I currently work part time as a Behavior Therapist providing Applied Behavior Analysis services to children. I am in search of additional work so that I can expand my skills and interests.
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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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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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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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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

$13-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Abby, I am 21 years old and am a senior at Rockhurst University in Kansas City, Missouri. I am a licensed EMT and have a plethora of medical and childcare backgrounds. I have been providing Respite care at Childserve for 5 years. I have experience in working with 2-21-year-olds. I absolutely love working with...
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
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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Judith S.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Dependable And Loving Part Time Caregiver Available...

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 20+ years of experience working as a nanny caring for newborns up to teens. I've taken care of twins, children with special needs, and raised 2 sons of my own. I have a BS degree in EL ED and have taught for 20+ years in Christian schools and day cares. I love children and can't imagine my life without them in it! I have...
Judith can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Judy has nannied for our family for the past 2 years. She has been a wonderful extension of our family. Our two young kids learned so much from her from solid core values to letters, numbers, etc. She even did a preschool curriculum with my son before he started in...

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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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Fantastic with children. Engaging, dependable, fun and kind."

Kacy V.

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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, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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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, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I love how much she enjoys my children. She has a calm and also fun sense about her. I often came home to cakes made and fun had."

Courtney D.

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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:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kate was amazing with our 1 year old! She kept him entertained and put him down for bed with no problem. Can't wait to have her back!"

Kristi L.

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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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Alexis was our first experience booking someone through care.com, so we were a bit nervous and not quite sure what to expect. But what we got was an absolutely delightful lady who put both me, my wife, and both my kids (3 and 7 yrs) at ease immediately. She far...

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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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Though Kathleen hasn't babysat for us yet, I can tell she would be amazing for our children (and our family). During the interview alone she gave us some helpful tips on how to get our girls and our house back on track by integrating some time saving strategies and...

Jennifer B.

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Madeline T.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting and nannying for 10 years now. I have experience with all age ranges as well. I have been babysitting my cousins (ages 5 and 7) since they were born as well as some family friends with three boys (ages 5, 5, and 8). I also nannied for two different families. One with a 3 months old girl and another with...
Madeline can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is absolutely fantastic! Wonderful with my 2 boys! Always reliable and conscientious. You won't find a better one!"

Katherine T.

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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.

Judith S.

5.0

Judy has nannied for our family for the past 2 years. She has been a wonderful extension of our family. Our two young kids learned so much from her from solid core values to letters, numbers, etc. She even did a preschool curriculum with my son before he started in Pre-K including a lesson plan,...

- 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 156 reviews of the 187 listed special needs caregivers.