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Gayle G.


Independence, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Great Caregiver Available Now!

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I have over 20+ years of experience with in home care and excellent references. I am kind and compassionate, with background screening available. I am highly dependable, able to care for all ages, and many disabilities. I have reasonable rates for advanced personal care. Thank you.
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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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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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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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Michelle A.


Independence, MO

$15-18/hr3 yrs exp

Sitter

I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Crafts and various other things! I have a wide range of experience with specials needs in the clinical setting!
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Samantha C.


Independence, MO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Sam: A Nanny / Babysitter

I have been babysitting since I was about 10, but before that I was with kids even then. I enjoy babysitting, and find myself very happy to be around such bright and open minds. I am CPR certified, have done years of babysitting, taken parenting courses, watched children (all ages) over night, and for days in a row. Know how to...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Kyndra L.


Independence, MO

$20-24/hr10 yrs exp

Very Experienced And Nurturing Nanny!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am 33 years old and I have 10+ years of experience in childcare with all ages, multiples, and special needs. I love children and being a nanny has allowed me to have so many amazing experiences and definitely prepared me to be the best parent I can be. Along with professional nanny experience I have worked in the classroom as...
Kyndra can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

In the late 90's, I worked as a respite care provider for a few families with children who had genetic disorders, seizures resulting in loss of self feeding skills, speech, ability to crawl. I joined families in PT and OT visits and outings. I worked alongside the children in sensory play and cared for the children while parents...

Kim B.


Independence, MO

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

Passionate About Meaningful Care

From the time I turned 18 I have worked in direct care. From 18-23 I worked in homes for individuals with disabilities, working with individuals with a wide range of disabilities. I was a house manager for high behavioral home as well as worked with high medical and non-verbal individuals. I have also worked in nursing homes...

Marc B.


Independence, MO

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Care Worker With Experience Dealing With High Magnitude Behaviors

I've been in the mental health field as caregiver/supervisor for past 10 years. I supported clients in reducing challenging behavior and increasing positive and appropriate behavior by following BCBA behavioral programs. Document record-able events accurately on Behavioral Data Sheets and Shift Review forms. Assisting with...
I care for all kids, teenagers at my church for years. I have taken care of kids with disabilities. I also have taken care of both of my grandparents when they couldn't do anything for themselves anymore and also stayed at their house so I could be there all of the time. I am glad to be able to make their last years comfortable...

Kim B.


Independence, MO

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Currently Unavailable

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

**Out of town until Jan 10th** My name is Kim, I just moced back to Missouri after spending 2 years in Maryland. I have first aide and CPR training (infant and adult). My certification has lapsed currently, though I have been through training numerous times for different jobs. The past 2 years I nannied for a family with three...
Kim can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Sarah S.


Kansas City, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Baby Sitter Available

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Sarah. I have many years of experience with children. I have worked in a couple daycares as a teacher from infant to PreK. I have also earned my Bachelors in elementary education so I have learned a great deal on how to care for children. From earning my degree, I completed student teaching and moved into...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Sarah to nanny for our two kids (age 4 & 7) during Covid this summer. Sarah was reliable, and was a great resource with her Education background. Our kids both enjoyed her, and we would hire her again."

Elissa K.

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Avery T.


Kansas City, MO

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Caring, Active Babysitter

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced babysitter and nanny. My experience includes working with only/single children, multiple children, a child with special needs (Autism) and pick-up/drop off. I have worked with all age groups (newborns, infants, toddlers, preteens, and teenagers). I am bilingual in Spanish and conversational French and love to...
Avery can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Avery is a very bright and responsible caregiver. She has watched my kids on many occasions and my kids love her! She is bilingual and an excellent student. I highly recommend her services!"

Kristin K.

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Miyako R.


Kansas City, MO

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Spunky And Outgoing Caregiver/Nanny With 10 Years' Experience, Seeking Full Time Employment.

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello Care, I am excited about Nannying! I have been in childcare over 15 years and a Professional Nanny just over 10 years. I received a Bachelor's of Liberal Arts from the UMKC in the fall of 2011. I am currently enrolled at SNHU in a MPH program. I am also trained as a Doula and studying to become a CPM. I currently looking...
Miyako can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"My daughter said she had such a fun time with Ms. Mimi (Miyako)! Miyako was prompt and checked in via text with me while I was working which I really appreciated. We would happily hire her again! "

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Kathryn S.


Kansas City, MO

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Energetic, And Experienced Sitter/daycare Teacher

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a fun, playful sitter who has 10 years of experience babysitting, nannying, as well as working in both an in-home daycare and daycare/preschool facility. Families I've worked with in the past say they appreciate and enjoy my help because I play with and engage their children, rather than only supervise. I graduated...
Kathryn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She arrived on time. I was also able to talk to her before the scheduled day to get to know each other better. Plus, the kids liked her. "

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Jessica B.


Kansas City, MO

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Seeking Temporary Placement Until April 18th

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Over the years, I've worked many childcare jobs, from babysitting to being a full-time nanny starting with babysitting at 12 years of age. Each experience and child has taught me how to better provide care. I make learning fun, do arts and crafts, be supportive and help children to grow and excel. My experience includes 24 years...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Emily M.


Kansas City, MO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced Full Spectrum Doula with 10 years of professional experience as a childcare provider. I am experienced and comfortable with all ages starting from birth. I am trained in both first aid and CPR and have a lot of experience with children with special needs. I am comfortable with pets, I love animals and would...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Emily was great, the kids loved her!"

Michele O.

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Mckenzie R.


Kansas City, 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & 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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Independence, MO

Sarah S.

5.0

Sarah was wonderful! I booked her last minute through care.com, and we confirmed through text message the details. Sarah's childcare was great! I have two young children and she did everything I could have asked for of a first time hiring with minimal instruction. I was concerned my lack of...

- Nick K.

Avery T.

5.0

Being in a new state with no family you find it hard to trust a stranger with your kids. Avery was on time, attentive, and amazing with your boys. My one-year-old has separation anxiety and she navigated that issue easily. She also dealt with my 3 year old having a tantrum! She's very patient,...

- Alexis D.

Miyako R.

5.0

My daughter said she had such a fun time with Ms. Mimi (Miyako)! Miyako was prompt and checked in via text with me while I was working which I really appreciated. We would happily hire her again!

- Care member

Kathryn S.

5.0

She arrived on time. I was also able to talk to her before the scheduled day to get to know each other better. Plus, the kids liked her.

- Care member

Emily M.

5.0

Emily was great, the kids loved her!

- Michele O.

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