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Melissa J.


Shawnee, KS

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a motivated Certified Nursing Assistant with more than 12 years of hands-on training and I experienced working in assisted living, long term care facilities and home health care with disabled and geriatric patients. I feel confident that my background, strong bedside manner and skill in providing high quality care, makes me...
Melissa can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, personal care, home modification, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"I hired Melissa to care for my dying mother in law. My husband and I both work full time. I work in the home health and hospice industry myself and can be very picky about personal care. that is why we decided to bring our wonderful mother home for her final...

Sallie B.

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Lucy T.


Mission, KS

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Dynamic And Devoted Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Lucy! As a child care provider with over a decade of professional experience, I possess a high level of qualification working with children of all ages with a variety of needs and preferences. I have experience working with children with dietary restrictions, feeding tubes, special needs, and newborn multiples....
Lucy can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I love Lucy. I employed her for over a year. She became part of our family and loves our kids. She would still be my nanny if we wouldn't have had to move! I have nothing but good things to say about her! I highly recommend her!!!!!!"

Courtney T.

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Cheryl P.


Kansas City, MO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently not accepting jobs for special needs children or adults. As I get older I have decided to stick with jobs that bring me joy
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Michelle K.


Lenexa, KS

$27-34/hr3 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

I am an energetic 29 y/o with a passion to assist others. I love teaching and exploring nature, oil painting, cooking and volunteering my extra time for those in need through various programs such as CASA, women's shelters and animal sanctuaries. I have experience working with children with medical needs (G tubes, J tubes, trach...
5.0
"Michelle was a shining light during a very dark time for my family. My dad had a double hip replacement surgery and my mom is very sick with multiple sclerosis. We needed her for help for my mom (transfers from bed to wheelchair, wheelchair to couch, etc.) eating...

Sarah W.

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Brenda W.


Mission, KS

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional RN Who Loves Kids Of All Ages

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am patient and kind and love kids. Cared for adult quadriplegic and head injury patients before entering nursing school.
5.0
"Given my care needs as a young professional with cerebral palsy from birth, I have hired and trained a staff of personal care attendants for nearly 10 years (5-7 individuals per year, sometimes more). I would easily place Brenda in my top 3 hires! In working with...

Patrick P.

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Marla M.


Overland Park, KS

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with two decades in the field, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have been incredibly rewarding, and I'm excited to continue making a positive impact on children's lives. I'm a patient, calm, creative, and friendly...
Marla can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Marla has cared for my twin sons for 6 years (since they were 3 months old). She has always done a good job with them. When we found out that one of my boys had cancer, she stepped up and helped us get through that difficult period. She communicates well and has...

Lee T.

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Paula P.


Kansas City, KS

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with autistic children. I have worked also with mentally challenged children and adults. I worked with individuals with all sorts of handicaps from mild to severe. I truly enjoy helping others and it's a passion that I desire in my heart.
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Larry J.


Lees Summit, MO

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I grew up with my autistic brother. He never had a drivers license and walked everywhere or rode a bike. One particular snowy night he was walking home from Walmart on a street that had no sidewalks. A pickup with a snow plow on the front hit my brother a knocked him into a deep ditch. He was life-flighted to Kansas City where...
5.0
"I can't praise Larry enough. He is a Gem!!! He helped us with our adult son with autism, transport to and from work and to activities and helped us when I went out of town. Even let our little old dog out when needed. Larry is a gentleman and extremely friendly and...

Regina Y.

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Leslie C.


Kansas City, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

My career was 30+ years of direct care for children and leadership of programs that provided services to young children with and without special needs and women and children in domestic violence situations. Most of the children were infants and preschoolers, but I cared for older children as well. I retired to spend more time...
Leslie can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

3.0
"Leslie was punctual and professional, but not very empathetic to our sensitive 6-month-old, who she told to "knock it off" and that "no one is coming to save you" while she was crying. Not the best fit for a gentle parenting household."

Sarah J.

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Stephanie M.


Leawood, KS

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse Providing Special Needs Service

Hi! I'm an RN who would love to care for your special person. I have experience with children with learning challenges, with patients who have had physical and mental disabilities of all sorts and I'm confident I can help you out. My background is one of a home health care nurse for 8 years, Hospital Critical Care and Float...
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Christy S.


Louisburg, KS

$10-15/hr20 yrs exp

I Am Looking For Part Time Work

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently looking for a nanny position. I have worked in child care most of my adult life . I have helped raise many children, some of whom have special needs. My husband and I have two children of our own, a 25-year-old son and a 22-year-old daughter. We have raised them to be mature and independent young people. I really...
Christy can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Christy is currently working for us on Mondays and Tuesdays and was doing Wednesdays. She has been doing a great job with my 15 month old son. He is always clean, fed and happy. He is very active and does not watch television, so this is a big task because he is...

Erin M.

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Ashethia P.


Overland Park, KS

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

The Daycare Provider You Are Looking For

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am flexible with my hours or work. I was a licensed certified paraprofessional in Oklahoma. The reason I say I was is because I recently moved to Kansas and I am not sure if KS has the same requirements as OK. I have worked with special needs children for over 3 yrs. I enjoyed this job very much and would like to continue...
5.0
"Ashethia is amazing. She has years of experience working with special needs kids. She is calm and kind and my son adores her. I am so grateful to have her in my life!"

Muriel G.

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Angela R.


Kansas City, MO

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced With Multiples & Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Angela, I'm 46, and have over 30 years experience with infants and children of all ages. I currently work for the Liberty School District as a SPED bus monitor assisting children with multiple physical and or mental/emotional disabilities. I also have experience with infant and toddler multiples and young children...
Angela can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Trustline Certified

5.0
"Angela has been working with our family part-time for over 2 years. If we could hire her full-time, we would! Our kids love her. She keeps them entertained with activities such as arts and crafts, going for walks, cooking, and going to the park. She always...

Kathie and Josh W.

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Christina B.


Kansas City, MO

$10-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children and adults with special needs. I have worked in group homes, residential units and schools. I enjoy working with this population and love being able to help them live the best lives they can.
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Jackie C.


Mission, KS

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Special Need Provider

I've worked and been around children and adults with special needs since I was 18. I worked as a behaviorist in the smsd school district for a couple years before having children of my own. Since then I have assisted with a couple families that have children with special needs. I love working with children in general, no matter...
5.0
"Jackie has always displayed a high degree of integrity, responsibility, and ambition."

Melissa L.

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Kennedy P.


Kansas City, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kennedy and I am a post-grad student looking for a PT nannying job! I have been nannying for years and love to spend time with kids in fostering their development. I have experience with special needs kids with various level's of functioning, and children of all ages, primarily 1-4-year-olds! I recently...
Kennedy can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kennedy is dependable, mature and terrific with my kids! I hired Kennedy right after I had my son and needed to go back to work. She watched my 4mth old, 2 year old and 4 year old at the time. She watched them for about a year until she had moved away. She was...

Kristine D.

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Diana B.


Olathe, KS

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I am from Colombia, I am characterized by being a honest person, hard worker, respectful; with high degree of responsibility. I'm blessed to have two daughters, who are now 12 and 13 years old. A brief summary of my experience: I had worked where I was responsible for caring children between the ages of four months and 5 years...
Diana can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"My kids adore Ms. Diana! She is punctual, professional, and energetic. We adore having her care for our children. "

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Kayla K.


Mission, KS

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Available Summer Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a former teacher. I taught for 8 years before taking a leave 2022 school year to become a certified life consultant and go to a Bible school. Then I taught one more year (23-24) before leaving this school year to nanny and sub! I have taught 5th, 4th, 1st&3rd, as well as, preschool in the summers. I earned my bachelors in...
Kayla can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She was our part time summer nanny, and the little one loves her. She did crafts, playtime at the park, and field trips to the zoo. Very trustworthy, we definitely will hire her again!"

Sasha K.

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Maryellen D.


Lees Summit, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Highlights: - Recently vaccinated for the current Covid and flu strains. - My passion is working with children and families. - Kindness is my cornerstone. - Extensive experience with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary ages. - Over 10 years of experience as a caregiver. - Certified in First Aid and CPR/AED for...
Maryellen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"MaryEllen was with our family for just over a year, caring for our youngest daughter from when she was about 12 weeks old until she was about 14 months old. It was such a blessing to have MaryEllen with us. She is prompt, prepared, confident, and thorough....

Betsy C.

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Araceli G.


Kansas City, MO

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience taking care of clients that have dementia, Alzheimer's and Schizophrenia. I have CNA license and experience. I also took care of visually impaired clients as well as clients who are quadriplegic.
5.0
"Araceli is a model caretaker! I have worked in the Healthcare industry. I know what professionalism looks like, and Araceli has it. She confirmed the morning of...then arrived on time. Araceli has a positive attitude when asked to do a task. Worked while we...

Karyn M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Belton, MO

Melissa J.

5.0

I hired Melissa to care for my dying mother in law. My husband and I both work full time. I work in the home health and hospice industry myself and can be very picky about personal care. that is why we decided to bring our wonderful mother home for her final chapter. I chose Melissa because of her...

- Sallie B.

Lucy T.

5.0

Lucy is truly extraordinary. She is highly responsive, punctual, smart, professional, and so kind and caring. She was great with our 17 month old. She got him to sleep (no easy feat for the little nap fighter!) and played so sweetly with him. He clearly had a great time with her. In addition to...

- Lori P.

Michelle K.

5.0

Michelle was a shining light during a very dark time for my family. My dad had a double hip replacement surgery and my mom is very sick with multiple sclerosis. We needed her for help for my mom (transfers from bed to wheelchair, wheelchair to couch, etc.) eating and preparing meals; honestly...

- Sarah W.

Brenda W.

5.0

Given my care needs as a young professional with cerebral palsy from birth, I have hired and trained a staff of personal care attendants for nearly 10 years (5-7 individuals per year, sometimes more). I would easily place Brenda in my top 3 hires! In working with both my morning (dressing,...

- Patrick P.

Marla M.

5.0

Marla was amazing with our almost 4 month old. Our daughter was all smiles when I got home, and Marla even got her to take 2 naps (she rarely naps for us)! HIGHLY recommend & will be hiring again!

- Laura S.

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