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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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Brittany R.


Blue Springs, MO

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Care Giver With Elementary Education Degree.

I am a college graduate with a degree in Elementary Education. I currently work with adults on the spectrum and absolutely love it.
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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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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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
"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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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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...

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Terri H.


Lees Summit, MO

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Available

I have been around children all my life. 2nd oldest of 7 children provided a lot of experience. I started babysitting at the age of 12 and had a waiting list all through high school. Mother of 3 grown children looking to get out of the corporate world and do what I love to do, nurture and help children grow. My youngest child...
Terri can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
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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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & 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: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Trained and ready to use my experience positively and professionally with compassion to enrich lives and enhance any fast paced medical environment. Special needs available.

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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...

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