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42 special needs caregivers are listed in Columbia, MO

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Columbia, MO

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Adara W.


Columbia, MO

$17/hr • 2 yrs exp

Experience In All Ages And Needs!

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Hi! My name is adara, i've been working with children professionally for about a year and a half now and grew up with my mom babysitting so there's always been kids around! Growing up babysitting for the community around me taught me many skills in keeping kids entertained and facilitating positive interactions with multiple...
Adara can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Madison B.


Columbia, MO

$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

I am currently working as a Classroom Aide for Columbia Public Schools while pursuing my Masters in Elementary Education with a Reading Certificate. I have worked with children ages newborn to 17 over the past eight years. I have experience with multiples, children with special needs, and ELL students. Throughout the years I...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Sophia B.


Columbia, MO

$12-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

I have been caring for people of all ages for over eight years! I have my CNA, CMA, and CPRC. I have experience with special needs and tutoring. Most recently I was a full time nanny for two young boys. I helped them with homework and chores. I've also cared for infants in the past.
Sophia can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Ella H.


Columbia, MO

$25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Ella, I am 21 years old going into my 4th year at Mizzou into the Nuclear Medicine program. I have worked at my hometown YMCA for the past 3 years as a lead camp counselor for first grade, but have experience with all ages K-5! I love working with kids and want to bring my experience to my college town of CoMo. I...
Ella can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Samantha W.


Columbia, MO

$12-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Sammie, Smile-Starter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Sammie, and I've loved working with kids since I was 14. I loved it so much that I worked at two daycares in Kansas City for four years before moving to Columbia with my husband for college.a I'm looking for part-time work. I'm used to high stress environments, special needs children, and making sure we all have a...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Emma R.


Columbia, MO

$20-50/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Emma :)

I've been babysitting/nannying for about 9 years now! I find working with kids so rewarding and it has never felt like work to me. I have experience with all ages; I nannied twins from 6mo-3years old, I babysat and tutored 3 school age siblings for 4 years, and I have great experience working with kids with special needs and...
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Ben H.


Columbia, MO

$17/hr • 6 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as happy and determined. I like working with kids because I didn't have a great role model in my life when I was younger, so I like to be that for other kids. I started working with kids since I was 18 years old. I have been a sunday school teacher at my local church for over 8 years. for the last...
Ben can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Terrence W.


Columbia, MO

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Male Educator/Nanny

Looking to nanny Part-time with a loving family! During the school year, I'm available to help with after school care! Full-time is an option during summers! My experience: -I am currently a (K-5) School Counselor. -I have experience working as a FT and PT nanny. -I'm experienced with just about all ages (0-20 years old). -I...
Terrence can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alex C.


Columbia, MO

$10-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

I just graduated from Mizzou with a degree in psychology. I have recently been offered positions at both St. Charles Community College Child Development Center, and Chesterfield Academy. However, I am looking for a more personal experience and hope to start babysitting again. I have 9 younger cousins and 3 younger siblings so I...
Alex can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Hannah W.


Columbia, MO

$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available

Over the last 8 or so years, I have gained experience caring for children ranging from infant to 8 years of age. The most children I have cared for at a time is a set of 3 siblings. My past responsibilities have included meal prep (including for a child with multiple food allergies), bathing, pick up/drop off, swimming lessons,...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Sydney H.


Columbia, MO

$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Sydney! I am a 21-year-old at the University of Missouri studying Communication. I enjoy kids (obviously), traveling, shopping, and love spending time with my friends, family, and dogs. When it comes to child care, I have worked with kids with special needs, specifically on the Autism spectrum, since I was around 10...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
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Lola W.


Columbia, MO

$17-24/hr • 4 yrs exp

Lola W.

I am a freshmen at Mizzou majoring in early childhood education, I will get my bachelors in 3 years and then get my masters in special education! I am from St. Louis MO, and have been babysitting for around 4 years now, children ranging from 8 months to 12 years. I also have a lot of experience with special needs children and...
Lola can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Brianna C.


Columbia, MO

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi there! I'm Brianna. I am a student at Mizzou earning my degree in early childhood education and I have been caring for children for about 10 years as a babysitter, a before-and-after-school teacher, and as the second oldest of five siblings. I have a lot of experience working with children of all ages and I enjoy caring for...
Brianna can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

Early Education

CPR

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Josie S.


Columbia, MO

$19/hr • 4 yrs exp

As a nurturing childcare provider with four years of experience, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My creative and friendly nature allows me to easily connect with children and make their time with me enjoyable and educational. I believe in open communication with parents and prefer the method...
Josie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Cameron U.


Columbia, MO

$21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Adventurist Nanny With 10+ Years Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

If you are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic, and creative nanny to care for your kiddos, let's chat! I currently work at an elementary school in the CPS school district as a paraprofessional in the Autism classroom. I love my kiddos with Autism and am more than open to helping your child with special needs! I have an...
Cameron can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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O'lissa R.


Columbia, MO

$13/hr • 2 yrs exp

Sitter For More Fun And Organization

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have baby sat most of my life. Cousins, family friends children, and strangers kids. I worked at a daycare with new borns to 2-year-olds when I was 15 and I have a recommendation from them. I have mid experience with special needs children, gastroschisis, slower development, and separation anxiety. I am 18, in community...
O'lissa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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Paula V.


Columbia, MO

$22-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Mom/Professor/former Teacher

I'm a part-time professor at Stephens College and raised 2 children here in Columbia. I worked often as a substitute teacher (6-12) in foreign languages, special needs, social studies, science, and language arts/literacy. I enjoy giving children a compassionate and joyous experience in the time I spend with them.
Paula can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Barbara A.


Columbia, MO

$9-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Kind, loving And Patient

I've worked several years with adults with special needs. I worked in a home with 8 women. I did everything from bathing, dressing, medication dispensing. Cooking, cleaning, transportation to appointments. Friend, counselor and grocery shopping. I've worked 5 years in elementary schools as a para- educator along side the Special...

Kelsey J.


Columbia, MO

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Dull-time Caregiver

I have experience caring for children ages 3 months to 12 years old. I have experience working with four children from a family at a time to nannying full-time an infant. I also have experience working full-time as a preschool teacher. I have worked with special needs children. I am CPR certified and also have my Bachelor's...
Kelsey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ratings for Columbia, MO special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Columbia, MO are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 42 listed special needs caregivers.