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Special needs caregivers in De Soto, KS

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Megan G.


Olathe, KS

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

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hello, my name is Megan! I am currently in school becoming a sped teacher. I have over 60 hours of observation in the classrooms, as well of lots of knowledge with these bright individuals! I have been working for a home healthcare service, helpers inc, supporting special needs students at home for a while now. From teaching, to...
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Meghan M.


Gardner, KS

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have three developmentally delayed brothers. I have also worked with two families who have developmental delayed children.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with three years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. My patient and calm demeanor, combined with my creativity and imagination, allows me to engage children in educational and enjoyable activities. I...
Kyah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lauren F.


Olathe, KS

$12-17/hr4 yrs exp

Kid Whisperer And Smile Creator

Need a night out? Last minute job call? Just want some time to yourself? I'm the right person to call! Hi! My name is Lauren. I'm 23, and currently work as a para-professional at an elementary school and I absolutely love it. I've been babysitting since I was 13, and the people who know me call me "the child whisperer". I...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Florence M.


Olathe, KS

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Certified Medication Aide (CMA) and a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) I have more than 20 years of experience in Healthcare working with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Children and Special Needs Patients Children and Adults. I do help with all Activities of Daily Living to your Loved Ones. I give very Compassionate Care to all my...
5.0
"Florence was punctual, professional, knowledgeable and very caring and as such, my experience with her was a pleasant one. I would definitely recommend her."

Suaad D.

Victoria D.


Olathe, KS

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Babysitter Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am 31 and I am looking for a nanny job that allows me to have my daughters with me. I graduated with an education degree to be an elementary school teacher in 2021 but once I had my daughter I decided to take time off from teaching to spend time with them. I have experience with kids including ABA therapy,...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Tori has been our part time nanny for the last year and a half and we have been extremely happy and grateful for the care she has given to our twin girls and would highly recommend her to anyone. As our in-home caretaker since our girls were eight months old,...

Kim R.

Florence M.


Olathe, KS

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Certified Medication Aide (CMA), Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) and CPR Certified. I have more than 20 years of experience in Healthcare working with Dementia, Alzheimer's and Special Needs Patients. I do help with all Activities of Daily Living to your Loved Ones. My strength as a caregiver is that I'm very reliable,...
Florence can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

Katie H.


Lenexa, KS

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Mental Health Specialist

Hi! I am a mental health specialist trained specifically for kids. I have my degree in social work and am currently working on getting my masters as well. Looking for a part time job to help me pay for school. I am fun, patient, and kind. I have worked I. The mental health field for 3 years now and am looking for something a...

Florence M.


Olathe, KS

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

NANNY

I'm a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) and a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) and CPR Certified. I have more than 20 years of experience as a Nanny and Special needs Childcare of all ages. I love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a Nanny are I am very reliable,...
Florence can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Trustline Certified

CNA

Hailey V.


Shawnee, KS

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Childcare Provider

I'm 18 years old and Im graduating high school in may and I also have my CNA which I've been working as for a year. I have 3 nephews and 3 Nieces and I've watched them since they were born. I've also work as a Childcare provider for children ages 6 months to 12 years. I'm great with kids and a very outgoing and have a spunky...
Hailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

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Jackie C.


Mission, KS

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Special Need Provider

I've worked and been around children and adults with special needs since I was 18. I worked as a behaviorist in the smsd school district for a couple years before having children of my own. Since then I have assisted with a couple families that have children with special needs. I love working with children in general, no matter...
5.0
"Jackie has always displayed a high degree of integrity, responsibility, and ambition."

Melissa L.

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Ajune R.


Lawrence, KS

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Fun & Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

My name is Ajuné, I'm 22, and I'm a student at Cornell University. I'm majoring in Psychology in order to become a clinical child psychologist. I have a lot of experience as a babysitter, nanny, and preschool assistant teacher. I've always been great with younger children and have felt like they gravitate towards me. Their...
Ajune can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We love Ajune! We have hired Ajune as our nanny; she helps care for three children. It is very clear that she has a tender affection for children, which made me comfortable with her right away. The children enjoy her so much. She is fun and caring. She has taken...

Mary R.

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Lucy T.


Mission, KS

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Dynamic And Devoted Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Lucy! As a child care provider with over a decade of professional experience, I possess a high level of qualification working with children of all ages with a variety of needs and preferences. I have experience working with children with dietary restrictions, feeding tubes, special needs, and newborn multiples....
Lucy can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lucy is truly extraordinary. She is highly responsive, punctual, smart, professional, and so kind and caring. She was great with our 17 month old. She got him to sleep (no easy feat for the little nap fighter!) and played so sweetly with him. He clearly had a great...

Lori P.

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Rachel B.


Stilwell, KS

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a professional nanny/babysitter and I take pride in providing exceptional care. I have 20+ years of childcare experience. My experience includes nannying/babysitting in-home for infants through age 12. In addition to nannying and babysitting, I have taught in the preschool setting for eight years teaching...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Rachel helped me last minute. She arrived on time and my boys really liked her. "

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Mariah L.


Overland Park, KS

$25/hr7 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there, my name is Mariah. I recently graduated from Entourage Institute! Ive had a lot of siblings so l became a babysitter very young age. I've been involved in childcare for many years and have lovingly cooked, cleaned, played with, transported, and educated kids of all ages. For many years throughout high school, l have...
Mariah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mariah has watched my infant daughter several times. She is dependable and communicates very well. She's great with my daughter and is very trustworthy and mature. I highly recommend her!"

Lauren B.

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Brenda W.


Mission, KS

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional RN Who Loves Kids Of All Ages

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am patient and kind and love kids. Cared for adult quadriplegic and head injury patients before entering nursing school.
5.0
"Given my care needs as a young professional with cerebral palsy from birth, I have hired and trained a staff of personal care attendants for nearly 10 years (5-7 individuals per year, sometimes more). I would easily place Brenda in my top 3 hires! In working with...

Patrick P.

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Stephanie M.


Leawood, KS

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse Providing Special Needs Service

Hi! I'm an RN who would love to care for your special person. I have experience with children with learning challenges, with patients who have had physical and mental disabilities of all sorts and I'm confident I can help you out. My background is one of a home health care nurse for 8 years, Hospital Critical Care and Float...
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Lisa S.


Lenexa, KS

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs And Mental Health Professional

4.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

20 + years of CARING and dependable care for your family member as well as the rest of the family. Experience working in the home as well as psych hospitals, mental health rehab facilities and physical therapy facilities. I'd rather work in the home with the person who needs help because that is where the quality care is given...
5.0
"I have been using Lisa for years. She is the kindest person you will ever meet. She is amazing. My son loves her and so do I. She is very professional, caring, loving. I highly recommend her for any and all of your needs."

Jennifer H.

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Laura R.


Kansas City, KS

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Grandma

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 plus years of experience. I can help with Travel and Crafts. I raised 4 children. One is special needs. Great option for date nights! I am currently working at 40 hr per week job, but I'm available for date nights. Contact me when you need some time out with your special person. Adult, child and infant CPR...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Absolutely amazing. She is patient and understanding with the kids and very thorough. Highly recommend to anyone."

Paige O.

I have grown to be passionate about caring for and working with families and children with a wide range of special situations.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in De Soto, KS

Florence M.

5.0

Florence was punctual, professional, knowledgeable and very caring and as such, my experience with her was a pleasant one. I would definitely recommend her.

- Suaad D.

Victoria D.

5.0

Tori has been our part time nanny for the last year and a half and we have been extremely happy and grateful for the care she has given to our twin girls and would highly recommend her to anyone. As our in-home caretaker since our girls were eight months old, Tori has been instrumental in...

- Kim R.

Jackie C.

5.0

Jackie has always displayed a high degree of integrity, responsibility, and ambition.

- Melissa L.

Ajune R.

5.0

Ajune was great with our 18 months old kid. She was patient, attentive and caring.

- Ahmed A.

Lucy T.

5.0

Lucy is truly extraordinary. She is highly responsive, punctual, smart, professional, and so kind and caring. She was great with our 17 month old. She got him to sleep (no easy feat for the little nap fighter!) and played so sweetly with him. He clearly had a great time with her. In addition to...

- Lori P.

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