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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Columbia, IL
The average rate is $15/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 10 years
Special needs caregivers in Columbia, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Taylor and I am looking for a nanny job! I am a para for Columbia Public Schools and work with 3-5-year-olds with special needs, but am moving to St. Louis in early August. Prior, I was a full time nanny to a family in Columbia. I cared for the child from 6 months-2 years. I loved being a nanny and only left due to the...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Taylor has been our full time nanny for over a year watching our daughter from the time she was 8 months old until almost 2 years old. She also watched our 2 golden retrievers during this time and we love her! She has bonded with our family and she's been an...
Kris S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I studied child growth and development in college. I have always worked with children including those with special needs. I have been a nanny for 30 years. I was with my first family until they were school age. My second family for four years and sadly they got transferred to a different state. Currently, the family I am with is...
Sheila can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sheila was a wonderful nanny. She was always punctual, organized, loving and cheerful. And she took great care of our boys. She was engaging and happy and that made for an engaging and happy baby. I was sad when she had to leave us. She certainly set the bar high...
Farheen R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Please view and check out my senior and childcare page, too.... I have worked with disabled for over 15 years
5.0
"Great person! She is responsible and has a wonderful work ethic. I highly recommend DaQuana. I would be so happy to still be working with her, but it seems she is allergic to animals and I have a Service Dog. She really triedd HARD to make it work. Thanks DaQuana!"
Janis T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As the oldest of five kids, I've been around kids my whole life. I started babysitting for people outside my family at the age of 12, and have continued on since then! I have experience with children with special needs, multiples, and large numbers of kids! I have a passion for inspiring creativity in kids and encouraging them...
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My three daughters adore Abby. She has cared for them on many occasions (from the time they were very little) and is still their favorite babysitter to date. She is creative, caring, fun, and responsible and we would highly recommend her to any family we know (and...
Courtney P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name Nicole! I have a lot of experience with children. I started out babysitting when I was 14 years old for many different families. In late high school and early college I worked at a daycare as an assistant teacher in the 3 and 4-year-old classrooms. I worked there for about 2 years. I then was a nanny for a family...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a great, experienced Nanny look for a family to care for. I have 10 plus years of experience with caring for children newborn and up. Experience with children with special needs. Knowledgeable in child development and age appropriate learning. Enjoy doing crafts, outside time, field trips, music time.
Carey can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"As a first time Mom, relinquishing the care of my newborn child was the scariest thing I could have imagined. After interviewing 10+ nannies, I found Carey on Care.com. As a career nanny, she had the perfect amount of experience, maturity, knowledge and...
Blair S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experienced babysitter with a 4 - year track record of providing attentive and caring childcare and petsitting services. Passionate about animals and committed to creating a nurturing environment for children. A creative spirit who enjoys incorporating imaginative and engaging activities into daily routines. Dedicated to...
Ava can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ava was a great sitter for my 2.5 year old son! He was very happy when I returned from work and the house was in good order! Ava is sweet, caring and fun! My som cried when she left! 😀
I would recommend Ava for your sitting needs!"
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Judith S.
Saint Louis, MO
$20-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dependable And Loving Part Time Caregiver Available...
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 20+ years of experience working as a nanny caring for newborns up to teens. I've taken care of twins, children with special needs, and raised 2 sons of my own. I have a BS degree in EL ED and have taught for 20+ years in Christian schools and day cares. I love children and can't imagine my life without them in it! I have...
Judith can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Judy took care of my two kids for a year, and we would have kept her forever if we could! She is honest to a fault, kind and conscientious. Her patience never wavered while playing with imaginary friends with my daughter or listening to beyblade stories from my...
Sana S.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Kristen and I live in St Louis, MO. I am very passionate about offering quality care, having fun & being silly! I have 15+ years of experience with childcare, running leisure activities and assisting with activities of daily living while encouraging growth. I've worked in school, camp, and in -home settings....
4.5
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a passion for working with children and families, I was able to discover this at a young age as an oldest sibling and babysitter. This has only been affirmed through become a mom to two. In the past I have worked as a full-time nanny, in afterschool programs, YMCA swimming programs and even working with The Walt Disney...
Marissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"My husband and I were so blessed to have found Marissa as a part-time nanny for our baby girl, from the ages of 3-9 months. We had an immediate connection with her, and were continually impressed with her joyful spirit, punctuality, patience, and kindness in caring...
Amy D.
Suzanne B.
High Ridge, MO
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have assisted a family with a special needs child. mostly have delay with Asperger, add, apraxic and ocd children.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting and nannying for 10 years now. I have experience with all age ranges as well. I have been babysitting my cousins (ages 5 and 7) since they were born as well as some family friends with three boys (ages 5, 5, and 8). I also nannied for two different families. One with a 3 months old girl and another with...
Madeline can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is absolutely fantastic! Wonderful with my 2 boys! Always reliable and conscientious. You won't find a better one!"
Katherine T.
Nicole G.
Saint Louis, MO
$12-17/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently in nursing school so I have a lot of experience with medical issues and specials needs!
Kathleen B.
Saint Louis, MO
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time, Full-Time, Live-In/Live-Out Caregiver Available
5.0
(2)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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...
Luci N.
4.8
(23)
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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.
Karina M.
Belleville, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring Loving Energetic And All About Education At Any Age
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the Eldest of 3 and raised by a single mother who owned an in home daycare for 20+ years now as well as being a foster parent that meant at a very young age I was already helping take care of children throughout the years I worked with my mom and also maintained education 18 I got my first real job with a company for Autism...
Karina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Karina watched my young daughter and twin toddler boys ft and was always reliable, pleasant, and a joy. She took care of their needs, picked up after the kids so I never came home to mess made while I was gone, she did interacted play time with them (not just have...
Desiree L.
Rachel S.
High Ridge, MO
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Moderate / Sever Special Education Teaching Credential Student
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(17)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! are you looking for a part-time caregiver, babysitter, or simply someone to keep the children entertained? look no further! I am familiar with caring for children ranging from infant to 16 years of age. I truly enjoy caring for children and learning about their individual personalities. I have to admit I am a bit of a...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa is very good with kids. Great personality, and dependable."
Roberto H.
Desiree C.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm a Nurse Assistant . I can provide services from Infant to seniors no problem. I cherish being a caregiver it's truly been my passion for years! I'm hands on, very attentive, very patient , adaptive and strong minded and I work efficiently with children, adults and even pets of all ages and special needs. I have history...
Desiree can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
I am 35 years old, live in St. Louis City.
Education:
Experience:
From 18-21, co-owned a company providing specialized care to kids w/ special needs
Teach For America in 2014 teaching 3rd grade in St. Louis Public Schools
Taught 8 yrs, specializing in trauma-responsive strategies & social justice ed
Education...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Columbia, IL
Taylor M.
5.0
Taylor has been our full time nanny for over a year watching our daughter from the time she was 8 months old until almost 2 years old. She also watched our 2 golden retrievers during this time and we love her! She has bonded with our family and she's been an amazing asset that we wouldn't hesitate...
- Kris S.
Sheila B.
5.0
Sheila was a wonderful nanny. She was always punctual, organized, loving and cheerful. And she took great care of our boys. She was engaging and happy and that made for an engaging and happy baby. I was sad when she had to leave us. She certainly set the bar high for any future nannies! I would...
- Farheen R.
Daquana S.
5.0
Great person! She is responsible and has a wonderful work ethic. I highly recommend DaQuana. I would be so happy to still be working with her, but it seems she is allergic to animals and I have a Service Dog. She really triedd HARD to make it work. Thanks DaQuana!
- Janis T.
Abigail B.
5.0
My three daughters adore Abby. She has cared for them on many occasions (from the time they were very little) and is still their favorite babysitter to date. She is creative, caring, fun, and responsible and we would highly recommend her to any family we know (and have on more than one occasion!).
- Courtney P.
Carey E.
5.0
As a first time Mom, relinquishing the care of my newborn child was the scariest thing I could have imagined. After interviewing 10+ nannies, I found Carey on Care.com. As a career nanny, she had the perfect amount of experience, maturity, knowledge and professionalism that I was looking for. But...
- Blair S.
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