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Special needs caregivers in Imperial, MO

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Shannon U.


Fenton, MO

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

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Hi my name is Shannon. I've been working with kids since I got out of high school as a bus aid working with special needs kids. All summer long I've worked for a family with 3 kids. Ages 12, 4, and 7. Right now I am working at a daycare.

Kayla L.


Barnhart, MO

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend Sitter

I have over two decades of experience with children. I became an aunt at 13 and have helped care for my 8 nieces and nephews from the time they were born through teenagers. I also have experience with special needs children through friends and family. I have watched children with downs syndrome, cerebral palsy, gastric tubes,...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning

Kate R.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-22/hr3 yrs exp

Responsible, Retired, Loves Kids

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I love kids and can't imagine a more enjoyable way to spend my time. Retired since 1/22 and I have been caring for my niece's children (currently ages 1 1/2, 3 and 13) two days a week since then. I also have nieces ages 7, 9 and 11, all of whom I care for when needed. I have raised one child of my own and two stepchildren. I...
Kate can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kate was amazing with our 1 year old! She kept him entertained and put him down for bed with no problem. Can't wait to have her back!"

Kristi L.

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Mckaela B.


Wildwood, MO

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi!! Nice to meet you, my name is McKaela! Background: High school graduate. Veteran of the United States Army - serving as a medic active duty for 4 years. Experience: - Oldest of 6 children - Babysat throughout high school *ages 4-12* - Assistant daycare director / room teacher in chesterfield, MO in 2022 *ages 3m -...
Mckaela can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Mckaela was very reliable and flexible. She was a tremendous help for our family and our little one loved when she was with us."

Danielle R.

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Kathleen B.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time, Full-Time, Live-In/Live-Out Caregiver Available

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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Though Kathleen hasn't babysat for us yet, I can tell she would be amazing for our children (and our family). During the interview alone she gave us some helpful tips on how to get our girls and our house back on track by integrating some time saving strategies and...

Jennifer B.

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Jessie E.


Saint Louis, MO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Newborn Care Specialist With Over 10 Years Of Experience

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a dedicated nanny and certified Newborn Care Specialist with extensive experience caring for children, including twins and those with special needs. As a night nurse, I've provided invaluable support during overnight hours. I'm also a certified Water Safety Instructor, focusing on swim safety skills. With up-to-date infant...
Jessie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Jessie provided back-up care on short notice for my two boys (9 and 6). She was punctual, arriving right on time as we had agreed. She was playing with my boys within minutes and they are now absolutely enamored with her. We reviewed basic things about the house...

Dorian G.

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Janet K.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Full To Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified Early Childhood and Elementary teacher who is retired. My expertise is working with infants, toddlers, and young children. I have experience working with children with special needs and developmental delays. I have worked with children and their families in the school setting and providing quality care for...
Janet can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I called Janet at 9 pm (the night before) to babysit the following morning beginning at 7 am. She was extremely pleasant and very easy to work with in terms of availability/flexibility (which was VERY MUCH APPRECIATED). She spent 8.5 hours with my 4 year old...

Marla S.

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Marissa M.


Crystal City, MO

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Marissa

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: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Marissa has taken care of a wide range of ages and has been marvelous with all children. She has taken care of my own, including overnights and longer stays while I was on vacation, as well as we have had her for group childcare at our church and work functions....

Tiffany M.

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Grace H.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher-Nanny Available Full Or Part Time!

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: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Grace has cared for my 3, 5, and 7 year olds several times since they were babies. She is amazing with multiple kids, given all of her experience as a classroom teacher. She uses whole brain techniques and is well trained in working with neuro divergent kiddos....

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Kelsey K.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Prior to my Chicago move, I was in grad school at NCSU for Social Work. I nannied for two families during that time (almost 3 years)-- one during the day and the other a few days a week after school and at night. I spent the rest of my time in class or at my internship at Duke Hospital. Prior to that, I was a middle and high...
Kelsey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My son loved her so much he immediately wanted her to babysit again :)"

Maya S.

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Abbi B.


Dupo, IL

$16-50/hr4 yrs exp

I am 20 years old, currently in college for Speech-Language Pathology, and have lots of experience with children ranging in age from infants and toddlers to pre-teens!
5.0
"Abbi is a natural with children. She teaches Vacation Bible School every summer and serves in her church nursery. She’s well spoken and sweet- and children adore her."

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Madeline T.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Nanny Available

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is absolutely fantastic! Wonderful with my 2 boys! Always reliable and conscientious. You won't find a better one!"

Katherine T.

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Carey E.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny Available For Nights And Weekends!

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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

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Michaelene B.


Saint Louis, MO

$30/hr20 yrs exp

Newborn Nanny Available

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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
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.

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Abbragale B.


Saint Louis, MO

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Abby, I am 24 years old and graduated from Rockhurst University in May 2023. I am a licensed EMT and have a plethora of medical and childcare backgrounds. I have provided respite care for groups and individuals for around 8 years off and on. The majority of my experience is in Autism and other developmental and...
5.0
"Abby was reliable, on time, friendly, understanding, and interactive with my boys. I would recommend her!"

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Natalia O.


Saint Louis, MO

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been in childcare for 7 years, I consider myself calm, patient, flexible and creative. Communication it's very important for me, approach to each parent's preference. My favorite part of working with kids is playing games. Whether it's playing outdoors, board games, crafts. Spanish is my first language, so if you'd like to...
Natalia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Natalia was so good with my 2 year old son! I will be hiring her again!!"

Chelsea T.

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Debbie P.


Eureka, MO

$29/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Senior Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm a mom of 3 grown children and only one living at home. I'm looking for part time during the summer for a few hours and preferably in my area. I work full time as a paraprofessional and a substitute teacher for the Special School District in Rockwood. I've also worked as a Pre-K teacher for 8 years. I love kids! I'm fun,...
Debbie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Debbie stayed with our older kids for four days and three nights and was amazing. She is very trustworthy, kind and professional. She got our kids up and ready for school and got them to their various activities/sports after school hours. She also prepared dinners...

Marla W.

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Lisa A.


Saint Louis, MO

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Activity Assistant/caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with psych, currently working with the Alzheimer's Dementia residents I have experience with advanced Alzheimer's dementia certification. I am currently working with down syndrome residents as well with residents who are ambulatory. I have a recent copy of background check upon request.
5.0
"Lisa has been a blessing for our family. We have 2 sons that she takes care of for us before school. One of our sons is a child with Autism, non-verbal, and can be difficult at times. She jumped right in to take the job, and has done an amazing job with our boys....

Katie B.

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Danielle K.


Saint Louis, MO

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Nurse & Adenturer Looking To Help

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a lifetime of experience helping people. I can help with just about any side work needed. I have experience with special needs, 7+ years as a registered nurse, and am a great cook. I'd love to help where it's needed!
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We have hired Danielle twice to babysit our toddler and she is a total natural with kids. She was professional, friendly and great with our little girl. Would absolutely hire her again!"

Alison K.

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Kristen F.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

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....

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Imperial, MO

Kate R.

5.0

Kate was absolutely wonderful with our son. He instantly gravitated to her and slept soundly through the night after playing all afternoon. Kate was easy going and a great communicator.

- Care member

Mckaela B.

5.0

Mckaela took excellent care of our baby for many months. She was always very sweet to him and ensured he was safe and well cared for. He would be so excited to see her everyday and I felt very assured that he was in great hands in my absence. She still sits for us occasionally. I highly recommend...

- Care member

Kathleen B.

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 an expert at child care. We miss...

- Luci N.

Jessie E.

5.0

She is great and super helpful to us as a night nurse for our newborn!

- Caroline B.

Janet K.

5.0

Janet became our full time nanny when our daughter was about 14 weeks old. My husband and I had just moved to St. Louis from Europe and I we were both starting (or had just started) new jobs. Our baby was still very colicky at this time and I was nursing her full time, pumping at work. Janet's...

- Alba B.

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