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William H.


Blue Springs, MO

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Stay-At-Home Father With 3YO With Autism

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Hello! I am a stay-at-home father with my 3-year-old son. My son, L, has a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. We started First Steps and private SLPs at 18-months-old though L. was non-verbal at 2. At that time, we decided that it was best for me to stay home with L. and work on his speech development. He has made tremendous...
I have worked for persons with special needs for 15 years. I have a passion for helping people in need.
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Ashley L.


Blue Springs, MO

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hello there! I'm Ashley! A bit about me: I have a Missouri CNA, which I obtained in 2015. I have 9 years combined experience working in various healthcare settings. I have experience working with seniors in independent and assisted living. Adults in Neurology/Oncology/Med Surgery. In pediatrics through Urgent Care. If my...
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Lisa B.


Blue Springs, MO

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Lisa and I have both personal and paid experience caring for clients with autism, developmental delays, adhd, cognitive delays, and a multitude of other special needs diagnosis. Most recently, I have been caring for Alzheimer's/ dementia clients, end-stage disease and hospice. I am redirecting my career to focus...
Hi there! My name is Christina. I have experience working in schools as a paraprofessional, working in at daycares, and working in nursing facilities. I have also taught at a special needs school and cared for adults with special needs in their homes. Currently, I am working on a hospital. I am looking for a full time nanny...
Christina can also help with: Craft assistance
I have experience babysitting a special needs baby and experience babysitting 3 children at one time. I can help with light housekeeping, schoolwork, and laundry. In high school I tutored elementary and middle school students. I also have experience teaching bible class to young children. I have recently finished high school,...
Rebekah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kaitlin B.


Blue Springs, MO

$10-15/hr18 yrs exp

I Am Looking To Help A Family For The Summer And Have Lots Of Fun!

I am a mom of the coolest 10-year-old boy. I have a back ground in special education. I have worked with families that had multiple children at different ages. I am looking for a family that has room for a fun filled summer of activities. I do not smoke, I have worked with children with special needs and allergies. I hope I can...
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Makenzie S.


Blue Springs, MO

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

I'll Love Your Kids As If They Were My Own!

I have over 5 years of experience in childcare, as well as clinical experience working with kids in elementary school! I've babysat for up to 4 children at a time in the past, and worked with ages ranging from newborns to 13 years old. I also have experience with special needs kids, specifically autism. I'm willing to help out...
Makenzie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sarah S.


Kansas City, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Baby Sitter Available

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Sarah. I have many years of experience with children. I have worked in a couple daycares as a teacher from infant to PreK. I have also earned my Bachelors in elementary education so I have learned a great deal on how to care for children. From earning my degree, I completed student teaching and moved into...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sarah was wonderful! I booked her last minute through care.com, and we confirmed through text message the details. Sarah's childcare was great! I have two young children and she did everything I could have asked for of a first time hiring with minimal...

Nick K.

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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
"Thanks Larry, great experience!"

Adrian S.

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Maryellen D.


Lees Summit, MO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 10 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 eight years of experience as a caregiver. - Certified in First Aid and CPR/AED for...
Maryellen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"We cannot recommend Maryellen highly enough! From our initial interview to the many times she has cared for our children, she has felt like a member of our family. Not only is she punctual, qualified, and kind-but she is incredibly thoughtful and so playful with...

Andrea E.

Hi there! A little bit about me. I've been babysitting for 15+ years and nannied for about 4 total years. Also have 4+ years experience with special needs children and adults. With the adults I worked with a variety of needs, including home care, medical care, activity planning and providing care/support. With the children I was...
Kathryn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands
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Ashley B.


Lees Summit, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have been babysitting for neighbors and family friends since I was about 12 or 13. I have watched all ages from new born to 13 or 14. I can make bottles, change diapers, and more. I am very good with children all ages. I am comfortable with pets. I have experience with special needs kids. I am learning ASL, I know enough to be...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Pepper Y.


Kansas City, MO

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Seeking Part-time, One Time Odd Jobs!

I am a reliable, disciplined, hard worker looking for a part time/full time/temporary jobs as I transition in my career. I graduated with my Master's in Nutrition Sciences in December. I am a member of the Army National Guard. I have a STRONG passion for health, fitness, helping others, and bettering myself everyday! I would...
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Carol W.


Independence, MO

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Special Ed Teacher

I have had 20 years experience as a special education teacher. I have also worked as a paraprofessional and have done respite care for special needs children. I have worked with all age groups, especially early childhood and primary. My experience covers a wide range - from severe, multiply handicapped to non-disabled children....
Carol can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Michelle A.


Independence, MO

$15-18/hr1 yrs exp

Sitter

I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Crafts and various other things! I have a wide range of experience with specials needs in the clinical setting!
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Katie H.


Lees Summit, MO

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Detail Oriented Diligent Caregiver

I have been babysitting and nannying for well over 10 years. I have babysat infants to teens. I have special needs experience and I used to work in a trauma center so I am very diligent about health and safety. I am very attentive, caring, and loving. I love animals so pets aren't an issue. I don't smoke and I have good hygiene....
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kyndra L.


Independence, MO

$20-24/hr10 yrs exp

Very Experienced And Nurturing Nanny!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am 33 years old and I have 10+ years of experience in childcare with all ages, multiples, and special needs. I love children and being a nanny has allowed me to have so many amazing experiences and definitely prepared me to be the best parent I can be. Along with professional nanny experience I have worked in the classroom as...
Kyndra can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Gayle G.


Independence, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Great Caregiver Available Now!

I have over 20+ years of experience with in home care and excellent references. I am kind and compassionate, with background screening available. I am highly dependable, able to care for all ages, and many disabilities. I have reasonable rates for advanced personal care. Thank you.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Blue Springs, MO

Sarah S.

5.0

Sarah was wonderful! I booked her last minute through care.com, and we confirmed through text message the details. Sarah's childcare was great! I have two young children and she did everything I could have asked for of a first time hiring with minimal instruction. I was concerned my lack of...

- Nick K.

Larry J.

5.0

Larry is a great guy & really helped me out. Being single with no family in town I was always concerned about what I would do if I ever needed a surgery driver. Larry provided early morning transportation to my surgery & got me home in good shape. Larry was in touch with me the night before...

- Paul M.

Maryellen D.

5.0

I was incredibly anxious to go back to work and have anybody else watch him. Being able to have someone in our home for his first year has been such a relief. Our son absolutely adores Maryellen and lights up any time she comes over. She has been so wonderful with him and we are so grateful she’s...

- Care member

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