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Cassandra L.


Barnhart, MO

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

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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.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
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Marissa M.


Crystal City, MO

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Marissa

4.5

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a passion for working with children and families, I was able to discover this at a young age as an oldest sibling and babysitter. This has only been affirmed through become a mom to two. In the past I have worked as a full-time nanny, in afterschool programs, YMCA swimming programs and even working with The Walt Disney...
Marissa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My husband and I were so blessed to have found Marissa as a part-time nanny for our baby girl, from the ages of 3-9 months. We had an immediate connection with her, and were continually impressed with her joyful spirit, punctuality, patience, and kindness in caring...

Amy D.

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Rylie S.


House Springs, MO

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Experience

I have worked 4 years as a nanny for a special needs child, worked for a guidepost Montessori school with children ages 8 weeks to 4 years, and I have tutored in English for the Sylvan learning center. I love working with children, and I am looking for extra work as a recent college grad just starting my career. I am available...
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Jennifer S.


Arnold, MO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full/Part-Time Caregiver. Experienced With Multiples&special Needs!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I moved to St. Louis to become a live-in Nanny for a family with two children. I stayed there for 2+years, I also continued my education at UMSL. I got married and had two children. Proudly, my oldest son is a student at St. Louis College of Pharmacy and my daughter is a live in nanny/college student in Colorado. I pursued my...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Miranda A.


Imperial, MO

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Miranda. I started babysitting when I was 12 years old. Most of my experience is with babies and toddlers. I have experience working with children and adults who have autism, are nonverbal and multiple other mental and physical disorders/disabilities. I'm very friendly, caring, patient and smoke-free. I have my own...
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Lorna M.


Herculaneum, MO

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

10 Yrs With Special Needs Education. Foster Care Special Care

I have worked over 10 years working with special needs children and teens. Wheel chair reposition or remove. Bathroom. High and low autism. I loved working with the children. I worked with pre k to high school. I helped the child participate in all activities. What fun to see the child enjoy with everyone else.
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Chloe B.


Arnold, MO

$8-50/hr4 yrs exp

My names Chloe and I'm 22 years old. I have been babysitting as long as I can remember! Starting out with my 3 special needs cousins who have taught me patience and that all kids require different things. I was also my grandmas full time caretaker for about a year. Then I was a nanny for 2 kids 5 days a week with over nights for...
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Jennifer S.


Arnold, MO

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Care Available

I cared for a little girl w Down Syndrome for almost three years. That was such an experience for me as I learned so much that words can't even describe!! From doing physical, speech and occupational Therapy daily for hours was such an awarding feeling. And to see her strive and work so hard to reach those goals was amazing.
I have nannied for a special needs child with autism, Down syndrome, and who is non-verbal for 4 years, and though I do not have much experience in other special needs, I am willing to learn, and I have a very flexible schedule.
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Chelsea V.


Arnold, MO

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available Immediately

I am a Mom to a wonderful 5-year-old non-verbal autistic boy! Due to his needs, I am only accepting positions that allow sitting in my own home as I have sensory toys/activities, baby proof residence, and live on 5 acres so plenty of space! I have extensive experience with special needs children as well as children raging from...
Chelsea can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jean W.


House Springs, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker

I was a Substitute Teacher/Teacher Assistant with Special School district 2006 - January 2019. Prior to that, 2001-2004, I was full time. I have worked primarily with children with autism. I have accompanied students on community access on various outings to movies, malls, restaurants, and stores. At this time, I am seeking...
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Jean W.


House Springs, MO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver And Nanny / Pet Care

I am currently available part time. I am editing this, that I am looking for 2-3 hours in the afternoons in child care. I have 25+ years caring for children including special needs children. I was employed by Special School District for nearly 19 years as a Teacher's Assistant and as a Substitute Teacher. I have 40 years of...
Jean can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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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Katie B.


Arnold, MO

$20-27/hr1 yrs exp

I have experience working with children and adults with different abilities. My degree is masters of Early Intervention for Autism and Sensory Impairments. I have worked with children and supported them during physical activity. I also have experience with adults doing activities of daily living.
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Katie S.


Pevely, MO

$19-50/hr1 yrs exp

I believe in open communication with parents and regularly update them about their child's day. I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and use positive reinforcement to encourage good behavior. From board games to educational puzzles, I enjoy playing games that engage children's minds. I have a car, am comfortable with pets....
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Luci D.


Arnold, MO

$20-35/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have worked a substitute teacher in special education classrooms in the public school systems in SC. While working, I have had the pleasure of working in a classroom of six boys with autism. I enjoyed working with them and I know that there are times where one has to redirect them in order to promote positive behavior.
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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: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & 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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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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Suzanne B.


High Ridge, MO

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

I have assisted a family with a special needs child. mostly have delay with Asperger, add, apraxic and ocd children.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Barnhart, MO

Marissa M.

5.0

Marissa has taken care of a wide range of ages and has been marvelous with all children. She has taken care of my own, including overnights and longer stays while I was on vacation, as well as we have had her for group childcare at our church and work functions. She always plans fun, interactive...

- Tiffany M.

Carey E.

5.0

As a first time Mom, relinquishing the care of my newborn child was the scariest thing I could have imagined. After interviewing 10+ nannies, I found Carey on Care.com. As a career nanny, she had the perfect amount of experience, maturity, knowledge and professionalism that I was looking for. But...

- Blair S.

Kate R.

5.0

Kate was absolutely wonderful with our son. He instantly gravitated to her and slept soundly through the night after playing all afternoon. Kate was easy going and a great communicator.

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