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Mackenzie W.


Excelsior Springs, MO

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Family Assistant

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Hello and welcome to my profile! I love being able to serve others and I would love to help your or your family member. I have background with working with different disabilities and assisting the elderly with daily tasks. I'd be happy to chat or answer any questions!
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Corra C.


Kearney, MO

$15-18/hr9 yrs exp

A Fun, Safe, Loving Sitter For Your Family!

5.0

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Hi my name is Corra! I am 21 years old and I am from Kearney, Missouri. I have lived in Topeka since 2021 when I attended school at Washburn University. I love children and have been babysitting since I was 12. I've always had a love children especially infants, and some say l'm a kid magnet! I was a lifeguard for 3 years, have...
Corra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We enjoyed having Corra in our home. Very personable and easy to get along with. Great with kids and animals."

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Macey B.


Kearney, MO

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

Learn A Little About Me!

I'm the oldest of 4 children in my family! I have a passion for special needs as my youngest sibling has Down syndrome. I'm starting online college classes soon to work in occupational therapy! I currently work at a daycare as head teacher for 1 1-year-olds, and I'm CPR & 1st Aid certified.
5.0
"I have a special needs child that Macey has babysat and cared for many times! She goes above and beyond. She engages with her, stays actively involved, is patient with her and has fabulous communication with me to give me updates! I truly feel we struck gold...

Jenny B.

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Tessa J.


Kansas City, MO

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, Experienced Nanny!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello everyone! My name is Tessa; a 25-year-old living in Kansas City, MO. I am currently a senior level nursing student in an accelerated BSN program at William Jewell College. I will be graduating in May of 2021! I absolutely LOVE children and plan to specialize in the pediatric nursing field in the near future. I have a great...
Tessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Tessa is fantastic! She was our nanny over the summer and did a phenomenal job with our 9-month old son. She is energetic, interactive and my son just loved her. I would recommend her over and over again! She's one-of-a-kind."

Tedi F.

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Stephanie B.


Kansas City, MO

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny/Sign Language Interpreter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Most of my work experience has been related to children and I have thoroughly enjoyed them all. For the last two years, I have worked as a nanny/personal assistant to a wonderful family in the Denver Metro area. Before that, I worked as a Sign Language Interpreter at an elementary school for 4+ years. There I mainstreamed deaf...
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Payton C.


Kansas City, MO

$18/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother to 3 children ages 11, 8, and 5. I was a stay at home mom for 8 years and returned to work as an infant and toddler teacher at a private school. Clean background, fingerprinting, and CPR/First aid certified. I have experience with special needs/autism. I also have catering experience and food handlers card so can...
5.0
"The kids had fun. Played with playdough and board games. Happy and at ease both when we left and came back. "

Melissa T.

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Mckenzie R.


Liberty, MO

$11-16/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Reliable Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I started babysitting when I was 12 for a family of 4 which included a special needs child and a newborn. As you can imagine, I had my hands full. Starting with this family at such a young age established my skills as a caretaker very early! I am still in touch with this family and I now have a niece and nephew that I am with...
Mckenzie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kenzie was like family. She is the perfect nanny/babysitter for any and all families. She took care of our girls (now 12 and 7) during COVID 5 days a week and respected every rule that we had. Kept up with house work and the kids school. She kept them in line, up...

Nick S.

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Bryan R.


Kansas City, MO

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Your Senior Care Specialist With 20 Years Of Experience

Hi. I'm Bryan, and I've been a caregiver for over 20 years. I've worked with clients in every kind of care scenario from infants up to elderly. I have special experience caring for patients with special needs, such as CPAP, G/tube, repositioning, and others. Please see my care services list. Do you have an elderly or special...
Bryan can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, respite care, live-in home care
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Dana A.


Independence, MO

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

Expirence With Special Needs

I worked at a daycare before getting into the medical field. I have experience working as a direct support professional for children with disabilities.
Dana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Mariah D.


Liberty, MO

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hello, I'm Mariah and I have 5+ years of experience working with children of all ages and abilities. I do have a full time regular 9-5 position throughout the week as I am a BCaBA for children diagnosed on the spectrum. I have about 3 years of experience with kids on the spectrum and behavioral issues and 3 additional years of...
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Dennis H.


Independence, MO

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Child Care/ Sitter

I have experience working with a wide range of children from different ages and diagnoses. I am able to do a little bit of everything that needs to be done around the house.
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Madison K.


Kansas City, MO

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Creative And Energetic Caregiver

I would describe myself as a very active, energetic, artistic, and curious person. I love trying new things, exploring, creating, relaxing with a book, you name it. I have a few years experience caring for children from my job with Kid's Zone, where I also cared for children with special needs. I worked at a daycare for a little...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have experience in both in-home babysitting and daycare. I love childcare and strive to support children academically, emotionally, and socially. I am comfortable with a wide range of ages, kiddos with special needs, and pets. With my skills and experience, I am confident I can provide a safe and fun environment for your...
Emmie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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Jayla L.


Kansas City, MO

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

I am currently employed at an ABA center as a behavior technician working with children on the spectrum. Prior to that I was employed in public schools working as a para professional in their sped program. Working with children on the spectrum has rewarding and fulfilling job that I will continue to do, and improve the life of...
I've been working at Whole Foods for 12 years. It's been a great job, but I am ready to leave the retail world. I would like to find something that is more flexible for me and my family. I'm looking for a part-time job preferably 20 to 24 hours a week. My daughter is a type one diabetic, so I have a great deal of experience in...
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Dana A.


Independence, MO

$16-19/hr7 yrs exp

7 years experience, multiple medical certifications (cna, CPR, first aid, fitness and nutrition) also med level 1 through mental health dep., know some sign language but not fluent. Lots of experience working in ISL homes.
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Averi O.


Liberty, MO

$8-50/hr8 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Averi, I am a junior at the University of Missouri and I will be obtaining a degree in Marketing. I have experience working with kids a variety of ages. I am the oldest of 5 kids, and my brother has cerebral palsy so I have experience and a high level of comfort with children with disabilities, as that is the...
I have cared for children of all ages and needs for over 15 years. I am a mom to a 9-year-old with special needs (Down syndrome, Autism and ADHD). I have experience working in both childcare facilities and as an in home babysitter. I am CPR certified.
Shaelen can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Karen E.


Kansas City, MO

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Loviin Whole Family Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Karen, Respiratory Therapist. I have over 20 years experience with helping families and their pets. Special needs, CPR. I am an excellent house cleaner and I would be honored to care for you and your family! Thank you for your consideration, Karen Date Nights !! CHIEFS SEASON NANNY !!
Karen can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Cassandra W.


Liberty, MO

$13-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Cassandra. I've been working with children for over 10 years. I have a degree in early childhood education. My goal for the future is to own my own child care center. I have worked with all ages of children from newborn to 12 years. I've worked in daycare/preschool centers, worked as a nanny and also have worked...
Cassandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Excelsior Springs, MO

Corra C.

5.0

We enjoyed having Corra in our home. Very personable and easy to get along with. Great with kids and animals.

- Care member

Macey B.

5.0

I have a special needs child that Macey has babysat and cared for many times! She goes above and beyond. She engages with her, stays actively involved, is patient with her and has fabulous communication with me to give me updates! I truly feel we struck gold having her in our lives! We love her!!

- Jenny B.

Tessa J.

5.0

Tessa is fantastic! She was our nanny over the summer and did a phenomenal job with our 9-month old son. She is energetic, interactive and my son just loved her. I would recommend her over and over again! She's one-of-a-kind.

- Tedi F.

Payton C.

5.0

The kids had fun. Played with playdough and board games. Happy and at ease both when we left and came back.

- Melissa T.

Mckenzie R.

5.0

Kenzie was like family. She is the perfect nanny/babysitter for any and all families. She took care of our girls (now 12 and 7) during COVID 5 days a week and respected every rule that we had. Kept up with house work and the kids school. She kept them in line, up on chores and succeeding in school....

- Nick S.

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