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Erin G.


Catawissa, MO

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Homemaker, Mom, Caregiver

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I am a 49 yr old, divorced Mom of two teen girls, both with either ADD or ADHD. I am a master at being effective under odd circumstances, getting a picky kid/parent to eat, finding a way to engage with a kid/senior that don't engage and providing a patient/loving solution when things just don't work. There is always a...
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Rebekah H.


Cedar Hill, MO

$12-20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun-Loving Teenager Who Loves Kids And Needs To Pay For College

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Rebekah, and I love working with children! I have extensive experiance working with children of all ages, including doubles and neurodivergent / special needs children. I am Red Cross Babysitter Certified, and Infant CPR trained. I have experience caring for children as young as 4 mos, all the way through middle...
Rebekah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"I hired Rebekah as a nanny for the summer and I highly recommend her work. Rebekah demonstrated tremendous responsibility in caring for our three children. She is kind, trustworthy, creative, patient and great with children. She brought activities and crafts for...

Rochelle W.

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Emily C.


Eureka, MO

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Hey! Here is a bit about me- I began babysitting when she was 10 years old growing up with younger siblings and neighbors. I am a registered nurse, worked in the ICU until I got married and moved to CA! I genuinely love spending time around and playing with children. I have spent most of my summers working at various summer...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Shannon R.


Labadie, MO

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Need Caregiver

I am a responsible adult that has experience with Downs syndrome, Autism and mobility issues. I enjoy working with Special needs children because they know no enemy and think that life is always great. I think their outlook on life should infect everyone. I know some sign language (a little rusty), and enjoy teaching and...
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Shannon R.


Labadie, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Flexible, Fun Babysitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 2 children of my own but have always helped out watching others children. I have help raise children whose parent weren't there and gave them a loving and safe environment. I enjoy life and feel that children should be positively reinforced at all times. I am a loving and caring person that is active, enjoys time outside...
Shannon can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I can provide care to all age groups [including pets!], I am CPR/First Aid certified, and a mom to 3 boys and 12 guinea pigs! I am always willing to learn new things, and often self educate on various topics. I would love to be of assistance with care, meal preparations, household cleaning, laundry and being a companion. My...
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Katlynn H.


Dittmer, MO

$21/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I am working on my Másters Degree in Speech Language pathology currently. Due to my career choice I have extensive knowledge and experience with child development. I also work specifically with young children with difficulties and needs such as ASD, Down Syndrome, late language emergence, feeding and swallowing difficulties...
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Mckaela B.


Wildwood, MO

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi!! Nice to meet you, my name is McKaela! Background: High school graduate. Veteran of the United States Army - serving as a medic active duty for 4 years. Experience: - Oldest of 6 children - Babysat throughout high school *ages 4-12* - Assistant daycare director / room teacher in chesterfield, MO in 2022 *ages 3m -...
Mckaela can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Mckaela was very reliable and flexible. She was a tremendous help for our family and our little one loved when she was with us."

Danielle R.

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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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Lisa B.


Fenton, MO

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapy Practitioner /caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Lisa , I am originally from St Louis . I currently work as an Occupational Therapy practitioner. I also have a strong background in caregiving and special needs care for both adults and children. I also have a BA in Sociology. I can help with anything needed including pet care. I love all animals! I am a great cook...
Lisa can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, home modification
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Rachel S.


High Ridge, MO

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Moderate / Sever Special Education Teaching Credential Student

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently in the moderate / severe teaching credential program at CSUF. I have experience with students with disabilities as a volunteer at church and as an aide in a classroom in the PYLUSD District. I have also taken quite a few Special Education classes for my previous Bachelor's degree and currently in my credential...
5.0
"Rachel is absolutely delightful! I hired her as a direct support person for my 19-year-old son who has Non-Verbal Autism and challenging behaviors. She jumped right in, eager to learn and lend a much-needed hand. She took direction well, asked good questions, was...

Kristen L.

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Lucy B.


Ballwin, MO

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Pet sitter

I am the youngest of five and have experience with a brother with special needs. I have been babysitting (all ages) since I was 15 and spent a summer working at a full-time summer camp caring for a cabin of kids, so I can handle a little chaos! There I was lifeguard, CPR, and first aid certified. I look forward to hearing...
Lucy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kathryn R.


High Ridge, MO

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Experienced Teacher/Housekeeper

My name is Kathy and I have worked as a child and adult care professional for over 30 years . I started my career as a restaurant manager, and after having children, started working in child care. I have experience working with special needs children, and with infants through school agers. I am currently a personal housekeeper...
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Melissa M.


Fenton, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Childcare Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children for 20+ years, ranging from infant through school age. I have experience with multiples and children with special needs. I have worked in many different childcare settings from a preschool, to owning my own in home daycare, to being a nanny.
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Lindsey K.


Wildwood, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

A Caring RN Who Has A Passion For The Elderly

I have been a RN for over 13 years. I have a heart for helping others. I am CPR certified and willing to help anyone who is in need.
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Guinevere A.


High Ridge, MO

$8-13/hr

Prior Experience With Dementia

I have taken care of Dementia patients, patients with limited mobility, handicapped patients and patients with special needs.
Guinevere can also help with: Transportation, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning
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Andrea N.


Union, MO

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available

I am a mom to 2 boys, ages 7 and 5. My 5-year-old has autism and goes to preschool a few hours of the day. I have been nannying children from the age of 15. I have worked with special needs children and also twins. I have watched babies that are just a few weeks old up to the age of 16. On top on child care, I also worked at a...
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Leah G.


Fenton, MO

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Looking For A Job With Special Needs Kiddos!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Leah and I would love to get to know more about your family! A little about me: I am 22 and currently reside in Hamilton Ohio but am more than willing to travel. I have worked with children and teens for over 5 years in a multitude of positions such as registered behavioral therapist, mental health...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Daisy B.


Valley Park, MO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare/Nanny, Elder/Companion Care, Pet Care/Sitting Services

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

-Babysitting since the age of 12. -Nanny throughout high school and college. -Infant/child CPR certified, etc. College background of ECE and Biology. -Comfortable with multiples and special needs children. I have a large amount experience working with children on the autism spectrum. I am a coach for the Special Olympics SUP...
Daisy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Catawissa, MO

Rebekah H.

5.0

I hired Rebekah as a nanny for the summer and I highly recommend her work. Rebekah demonstrated tremendous responsibility in caring for our three children. She is kind, trustworthy, creative, patient and great with children. She brought activities and crafts for the kids to do each day. Rebekah was...

- Rochelle W.

Mckaela B.

5.0

Mckaela took excellent care of our baby for many months. She was always very sweet to him and ensured he was safe and well cared for. He would be so excited to see her everyday and I felt very assured that he was in great hands in my absence. She still sits for us occasionally. I highly recommend...

- Care member

Rachel S.

5.0

Rachel is absolutely delightful! I hired her as a direct support person for my 19-year-old son who has Non-Verbal Autism and challenging behaviors. She jumped right in, eager to learn and lend a much-needed hand. She took direction well, asked good questions, was proactive, and was not afraid to...

- Kristen L.

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