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Sydney M.


Fontana, KS

$8-15/hr6 yrs exp

I Grew Up In A Big Family I Have 12 Siblings!

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I've been babysitting sibling and friends since I was about 14. I am the fourth child in my house. I have cared for special needs/medical children before as well. I have babysat for the most at a time 12 kids to just as few as 1. I have also babysat from newborn to 14. I'm pretty easygoing. I am a super time sensitive person I...
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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Ashley B.


La Cygne, KS

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver, Nanny

I would love to care for your kiddos! Here's some things about me! I have experience working as a babysitter for two years as well as working in a daycare for a year and a half. I just resigned from my position of six months as a caregiver for adults with special needs. I just got my Emergency Medical Responder certification...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Sarah P.


Paola, KS

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Available 3

4.0

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Hi there! I'm Sarah! I am an experienced, passionate, dependable caregiver with over 10 years of experience, both in full & part time roles as well as in various supervisory roles. Full Resume is available upon request. I love the disability community and always aim make the most of the time I spend with the people I serve. I am...
5.0
"Sarah worked for me at a residential program for young adults with disabilities. She is an exceptional caregiver. I would recommend her to any of my friends. She has a heart to take care of people and does it very well. She is extremely responsible and...

George W.

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Grace W.


Paola, KS

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

I have 5 years of experience as a nanny and a preschool teacher. I currently teach social emotional development at an Early Learning center, but I'm looking for a part time job that will provide me some flexibility. I am Heartsaver certified in CPR, AED, and first aid. I am the middle child of 9 and work efficiently in fast...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We absolutely love having Grace watch our kids. Over summer break she would take a group of 7 children to the pool! I'm nervous about water so I kept a close eye and she was so diligent and watchful. I completely trusted her. She's fun, easy to communicate with as...

Ashleigh D.

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Christy S.


Louisburg, KS

$10-15/hr20 yrs exp

I Am Looking For Part Time Work

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently looking for a nanny position. I have worked in child care most of my adult life . I have helped raise many children, some of whom have special needs. My husband and I have two children of our own, a 25-year-old son and a 22-year-old daughter. We have raised them to be mature and independent young people. I really...
Christy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Christy is currently working for us on Mondays and Tuesdays and was doing Wednesdays. She has been doing a great job with my 15 month old son. He is always clean, fed and happy. He is very active and does not watch television, so this is a big task because he is...

Erin M.

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Sarah P.


Paola, KS

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic, Dedicated Babysitter

Hi! I'm Sarah! I am an experienced caregiver ranging from infants to the elderly. I have over 10 years of experience caring for kids and adults, with special needs care being my specialty. I am employed and just looking for some extra work here and there. I love kiddos and I'm certain would be an excellent fit for your date...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sarah was our long term sitter. She was amazing with our special needs daughter as well as our other 2 kiddos! Her love for kids have me the confidence to go out on date night and enjoy knowing my kids were safe in her care."

Kaitlin V.

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Anna W.


Paola, KS

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible And Fun Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Anna, I am majoring in Clinical Psychology at Fort Hays State University, and I am an experienced babysitter with a passion for providing exceptional care for children. With six years of babysitting experience, including a role as a full-time nanny for a child with special needs, I am well-equipped to handle...
Anna can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Austin B.


Paola, KS

$10-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Care Giver

I love children and babysitting. I have experience with newborns all the way up to teenagers. I have also worked with children with special needs. I work well with all ages and I am also CPR/first aid certified. I also work well with older adults if they may need a companion, help with transfers, errands, or meal preparation.
Austin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Tamilee S.


Louisburg, KS

$13-50/hr16 yrs exp

Fun Caregiver And Smile Creator

I started caring for people with special needs in the year of 2006. I have experience working with individuals between the ages of 3 -65 years old. In my spare time, I like to go on nature walks, read and arts and crafts. One thing you should know about me is I am a reliable, flexible and caring person with tons of...
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Christy S.


Louisburg, KS

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

Throughout my career, I have had a number of positions involving special needs adults and children. I worked as a residential home manager with adult clients who had physical and mental disabilities. I have worked with special needs children in classroom settings and with transportation of several children to and from school.
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Tamilee S.


Louisburg, KS

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Tami as a mother of two children and currently working as a preschool teacher, I have great experience in the field of childcare. I have been working with children for the past 16 years. I have worked with all ages and abilities (3 months -18 yrs). I am currently a preschool teacher at Primrose school, in the past I...
Tamilee can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Grace W.


Paola, KS

$13-18/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! I'm a reliable, creative, and patient middle child of 9 kids! I work efficiently in fast paced, chaotic, and challenging homes! You can count on me to provide a fun, clean, and safe environment for your loved one! I have 5 years of paid experience as a nanny and daycare teacher working with infants to teenagers. I am...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fontana, KS

Sarah P.

5.0

Sarah worked for me at a residential program for young adults with disabilities. She is an exceptional caregiver. I would recommend her to any of my friends. She has a heart to take care of people and does it very well. She is extremely responsible and trustworthy.

- George W.

Grace W.

5.0

We hired Grace to care for our 3 kiddos (5, 3, 9months) and she did a great job! She always had activities prepared for them and was great at taking them out places as well. She was always on time and was a good communicator.

- Care member

Christy S.

5.0

Christy is currently working for us on Mondays and Tuesdays and was doing Wednesdays. She has been doing a great job with my 15 month old son. He is always clean, fed and happy. He is very active and does not watch television, so this is a big task because he is always on the move. She has much...

- Erin M.

Sarah P.

5.0

Sarah is such a thoughtful and caring person. She loved my kids as if they were her own, especially my son with special needs. Her patience, guidance, and full on knowledge of the special needs community and children in general is incredible. My children loved being with her and were so comfortable...

- Care member

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