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Special needs caregivers in Bridgeton, MO

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Dionne S.


Bridgeton, MO

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

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Hello, my name Is Dionne! My Family and Friends will descibe me as Reliable, outgoing, organized and fun! I'm 22 years old and have a 21-month-old baby-girl! I have a ton of experience with watching Kids From newborn to 10+ year olds including kids with special needs! I worked at a daycare and now I've been working as a...
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Cher-rey S.


Saint Charles, MO

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Cher. I am very reliable, patient, loving and creative person. I have babysst since I was 13. Was a nanny for at least 6 years for different families ages newborn to 13 years old. Worked with special needs as a paraprofessional for a year k-3rd then worked at 3 different centers for at least 3 years in the infant...
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Cher was great with our daughter and sent us regular updates throughout the night."

Tai O.

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Kathleen B.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time, Full-Time, Live-In/Live-Out Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a school teacher (BA in Education and Musical Theatre from Fontbonne University in St. Louis, Missouri) who has been caring for children of all ages and abilities (infant care, special needs care, etc.) in California since 1989. I'm a children's book author and illustrator, musical composer, and former dance and theatre...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Though Kathleen hasn't babysat for us yet, I can tell she would be amazing for our children (and our family). During the interview alone she gave us some helpful tips on how to get our girls and our house back on track by integrating some time saving strategies and...

Jennifer B.

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Melissa P.


Maryland Heights, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Would Love to Be Someone Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have work and is still working for the mentally ill. I have been on my job for 28 years. I am train in C. P. Rand First Aid, OIG, have work with people in wheelchairs. I also am train on how to take blood sugars. I love working with the elderly who needs help. I love my Job. Looking for something more one on one. I work with...
5.0
"Melissa is phenomenal. I am a quadriplegic. I travel alone. My wife contacted her to help me. Absolutely professional. I will be using her every time I come to St. Louis. Very grateful for her selflessness and unconditional service while I was in St. Louis."

Shondell H.

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Shantelle B.


Florissant, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked with many differnt disabled kids from behavior, down sydrome, and autism. I do night care for a family with 2 children one child typical and the other special need. I also can work in high demanding position and can time mange with more then 1 child. Great communication skills and always up for new challenges and wolud...
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Jennifer K.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher Looking For Summer Work

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a teacher for over 29 years. I love working will students of all ages, including those with special needs. I have experience working will many types of disabilities, including autism, Cerebral Palsy, Angelman's syndrome and Down's Syndrome. I can also be 'on call' to care for sick children, or do last minute...
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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:

CPR

First Aid

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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Ann C.


Florissant, MO

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working with children for the last 17 plus years and I enjoy it. I started working at a Children's Home as a child care provider, and did that for 5-6 years. Then I went to teach a class full of 2 and 3-year-olds. One day I would like to open my own day care for special needs children. These past two years I have...
Ann can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Ms. Monique has been wonderful with our 3 kids, she watched them all summer last year, during school breaks and any other time that we needed her. She is very reliable and great at finding activities for them to do and will even bring supplies for these. If we...

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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: Carpooling, travel
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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Amanda C.


Saint Louis, MO

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher/ Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Currently with a family Tuesday / Wednesday and Thursday . I do bring my 4-year-old boy along and have been with the same family six months now. I was introduced to my previous family after word of mouth from my previous two. I'm looking for long term but short is ok too. I can provide a strong resume and recommendations. I am...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Amanda is absolutely incredible with my children. She started caring for both of my children as soon as I went back to work after maternity leave. She took wonderful care of them, sent pictures daily, was with them as they learned to walk and talk. She stepped...

Holli R.

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Bonnie C.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 57-year-old woman whose youngest daughter is 32 and has Down syndrome. I also have a 13-year-old grandson who has Asperger's. I worked for four years with the St. Louis ARC, providing jobs as well as coaching for special ed. adults. I also worked at Willow's Way as an ISL employee caring for individuals with special needs...
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Mary S.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

I have worked with children in various capacities for 15 years and am particularly drawn to those families dealing with special needs. Aside from that particular passion, working with children in general is rewarding no matter what the circumstances are. I enjoy taking the time to get to know them and what makes them unique as...
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Bonnie C.


Saint Louis, MO

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am the mother of a 36-year-old daughter who has Down syndrome. I have worked in the past as a job developer, as well as a job coach for the St. Louis ARC. I also worked as an ISL employee caring for individuals with special needs in their home. I have also worked for an agency providing care to seniors in their home. I have...
Bonnie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I can't say enough great things about Bonnie. She is caring, gentle and knowledgeable. Bonnie was a true advocate for my mother. When PT and OT were working her too hard, she stepped in. She made appointments and took mother to them. She made sure she ate, took...

Niki R.

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Ramanda B.


Saint Louis, MO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny & Family Assistant

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Currently available for regular nanny hours and/or household admistrator duties in the Saint Louis, MO area. 10+ years of experience including coaching, expressive therapies with children, and infant care. I have worked with ages birth-18 and am well versed in infant care and non-nursing special needs. For children ages birth-10...
Ramanda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ramanda worked for my family for about 6 months while I was student teaching. She was a delight to have in our home and took care of my son like family. I could leave the house with piece of mind knowing my son was going to be safe and sound. I would recommend...

Sarah J.

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Amanda K.


Saint Charles, MO

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher By Day Babysitter By Night

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

This is my 24th year of teaching, 14 of those years was preschoolers with special needs, 7 years teaching kindergarten. I graduated from Lindenwood University with my Bachelors and UMSL with my Masters both in Early Childhood Special Education. I have 2 adult children and 2 puppies. I enjoy crafts, sewing, swimming, painting,...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Amanda did a great job with our daughter! And our daughter loved her from the minute they met. She was able to do 2 days in a row which helped immensely. Amanda came prepared with lots of fun activities and she even took her shopping, which our daughter...

Cameron J.

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Faith G.


Florissant, MO

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

My 3 E's: Empathy, Education, And Enjoyment

Hello! My name is Faith. I have 4 years of experience serving at church with 3-5-year-olds. I also took 3 years worth of early childhood education courses and have worked in preschool and elementary classrooms. I grew up in a big family (6 siblings) with two brothers who have down syndrome, so I am mildly familiar with special...
Faith can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Faith is Awesome worker she is patient and understanding....work very well with my daughter... AMAZING PERSON!!!!"

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Shantelle B.


Florissant, MO

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For Typical And Special Needs Children

Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Shantelle AKA Tellie. I have over 20 years experience caring for children of all ages from newborn to teenagers. I am also experienced with children with special needs ranging from delayed, developmental, behavioral and physical disabilities like feeding tubes etc.
Shantelle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Shantelle was the first person outside of family we left our 2.5 month old daughter with and we had a great experience. Shantelle is warm, kind and punctual. Right when she walked through the door I knew our daughter would be in good hands. I would definitely...

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Paige G.


Florissant, MO

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Paige. I have 7 years of childcare experience with 1 year of professional experience. I have extensive experience in infant care, toddler care, and special needs care. A little about me: I am a 23-year-old graduate student pursuing my Masters of Social Work. I am a St. Louis native, and I enjoy reading, trying new...
Paige can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Not only is Paige dependable and punctual, she also actively engages my daughter when babysitting, making for an overall satisfying experience. She is trustworthy and incredibly responsible. I've never had an unsavory experience with Paige, and my daughter echos...

Stefanie H.

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Elizabeth M.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am a dancer, dance instructor, choreographer, and a yoga teacher. I am passionate about the arts and love to bring fun and creativity into the lives of the young people I care for. I kickstarted my childcare experience with babysitting kids in the neighborhood where I grew up. As I gained experience, I began nannying and...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is able to jump in and get to know your kids quickly and easily!"

Brooke H.

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Esma B.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-48/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

(1)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I love taking care of children, cooking and baking and I love sports... I have been teaching Math, German , English and dance classes for the last 15 years. I like being with children and teaching. I have experince with special needs kids. Looking forward to sharing my experiences.
Esma can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bridgeton, MO

Cher-rey S.

5.0

Cher was great with our daughter and sent us regular updates throughout the night.

- Tai O.

Kathleen B.

5.0

Kathleen has watched our two children, ages 5 and 7, providing pick up from school to our home. Our family loved her! She provided excellent, engaging and thoughtful care including art, music and game activities. Kathleen is not just a babysitter, she is definitely an expert at child care. We miss...

- Luci N.

Melissa P.

5.0

Melissa is phenomenal. I am a quadriplegic. I travel alone. My wife contacted her to help me. Absolutely professional. I will be using her every time I come to St. Louis. Very grateful for her selflessness and unconditional service while I was in St. Louis.

- Shondell H.

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

Ann C.

5.0

Ms. Monique has been wonderful with our 3 kids, she watched them all summer last year, during school breaks and any other time that we needed her. She is very reliable and great at finding activities for them to do and will even bring supplies for these. If we didn’t have them signed up at summer...

- Care member

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