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Kassie R.


House Springs, MO

$22-50/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Kassie and I am currently looking for a nanny position! When I graduated high school I went to college for a degree in early childhood education. I have not received a degree but in the past I have shadowed and assisted elementary classes and tutored special needs students. The nanny experience I have is with...
Kassie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
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Heather R.


Saint Louis, MO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

My name is Heather and I have 25 plus years experience caring for children. I have cared for all ages including newborns through teenagers. My experience includes employment through a nanny agency for 8 years and 7 months at a preschool. I worked in a school for 7 years with students with special needs. I also have raised my...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Justin V.


Imperial, MO

$18-32/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Justin

My name is Justin, and for the last 10+ years, I've worked at and helped run one of the best adult day programs in Missouri. I love helping and guiding seniors and adults with developmental disabilities be their best and live their best lives. I teach life skills and job skills and/or provide companionship. I am patient and...
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Sara M.


Saint Louis, MO

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

I have over six years of experience working with children and adults of varying backgrounds and needs. My professional experience includes direct residential support and education (as a teacher and paraprofessional). I'm also trained in ABA. My strengths include being patient, nurturing, empathetic, and energetic.
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Sally D.


Fenton, MO

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hi I'm Sally I'm 57 years old been married 34 years. I have 2 grown daughters and I'm a Maw Maw to 4 grandsons. My oldest daughter has special needs and I'm familiar with many special needs. I'm CPR and First Aid Certified. I would love to meet your loved one.
hello! I have been an LPN for 2 years. Looking to help out a family part time! Something that is flexible and that I can make work with my current schedule!
Hi! I am a very positive, enthusiastic person who loves learning and adapting to new situations. This summer, I worked with 3 children. A little girl I was with had a similar condition to Cerebral Palsy. I was in charge of all of her care from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. This included diaper changing, lifting her out and into her chair,...
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Cassandra L.


Barnhart, MO

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

I have over 10 years of experience working with children and adults with developmental disabilities, including autism and behavioral disorders. I also have experience monitoring seizures and feeding via g-tube.
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Juliet S.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-35/hr20 yrs exp

Professional Educator

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I'm a passionate and experienced childcare provider with a 20-year track record of fostering children's growth and development. My creative and friendly nature allows me to establish a rapport with children, creating a nurturing environment where they thrive. I believe in open communication with parents, providing daily written...
Juliet can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jandyra D.


Saint Louis, MO

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Here To Do My Best Caring For Your Kids

Hi, my name is Jandyra, and I'm 44 years old. I'm a mom of a beautiful 5-year-old boy who is on the spectrum but doing awesome for all dedication and hard work I did in his therapies. Because of him, I decided to change careers and become a registered behavior technician. I work with kids with special needs, and I love what I...
Jandyra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Melissa B.


Saint Louis, MO

$16-20/hr

Part-Time Caretaker Availible

Hello I'm Missa! I recently earned a degree in exercise science at Maryville University, and am pursuing a graduate degree in Occupational Therapy, while specializing in pediatric disabilities. I have been caring for children (ages 4-17) for 12 years as both a summer camp counselor and youth athletic instructor. Most of my...

Brianna K.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I have many years of experience working with children and families. I've worked with all ages and am comfortable caring for multiple children, families with special needs, helping with other chores and housework. Currently I am accepting occasional caregiving roles. I work full-time as a social worker M-F, but have some...
Brianna can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Brianna is so attuned to my 5 kids. She always knows how to roll with our busy family! She is a joy to have in our home and I feel very confident leaving them in her care."

Brian F.

Brianna K.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hello, I have many years of experience working with children and families. I've worked with all ages and am comfortable caring for multiple children, families with special needs, helping with other chores and housework. Currently I am accepting occasional caregiving roles. I work full-time as a social worker M-F, but have some...

Shannon U.


Fenton, MO

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hi my name is Shannon. I've been working with kids since I got out of high school as a bus aid working with special needs kids. All summer long I've worked for a family with 3 kids. Ages 12, 4, and 7. Right now I am working at a daycare.
Hello, I have many years of experience working with adults and families. I've worked with people of all ages and am comfortable caring for those with special needs, assistance with transportation, helping with other chores and housework. Currently I am accepting occasional caregiving roles. I work full-time as a hospice social...
Brianna can also help with: Companionship, dementia, personal care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Kayla L.


Barnhart, MO

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend Sitter

I have over two decades of experience with children. I became an aunt at 13 and have helped care for my 8 nieces and nephews from the time they were born through teenagers. I also have experience with special needs children through friends and family. I have watched children with downs syndrome, cerebral palsy, gastric tubes,...
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
I began babysitting in 5th grade where I would watch my neighbors with my older sisters. From there I continued to babysit with the same family but spread to more as well. I even travelled with a family I grew close to this last summer. I've worked multiple camps for special needs kids, and have volunteered 50 hrs at a daycare....
Annabel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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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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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We're incredibly fortunate to have Michaelene as our children's (3.5yo and 7mo) nanny. Michaelene has been with us for 2 years now. She's more than just good at her job; she's exceptional. Her professionalism, warmth, and dedication shine through in everything she...

Brian G.

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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, grocery shopping, meal prep, 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 Arnold, MO

Brianna K.

5.0

Brianna is so attuned to my 5 kids. She always knows how to roll with our busy family! She is a joy to have in our home and I feel very confident leaving them in her care.

- Brian F.

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

Alexis W.

5.0

We had a great experience with Alexis over 2 weeks when we needed part-time help after school. She played outside with the kids, took them to the park and they really loved her. We look forward to having her back for nights out etc.

- Katy L.

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