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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Kansas City, KS

The average rate is $19/hr as of November 2024

The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Kansas City, KS

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Kennedy P.


Kansas City, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello! My name is Kennedy and I am a post-grad student looking for a PT nannying job! I have been nannying for years and love to spend time with kids in fostering their development. I have experience with special needs kids with various level's of functioning, and children of all ages, primarily 1-4-year-olds! I recently...
Kennedy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Kennedy is dependable, mature and terrific with my kids! I hired Kennedy right after I had my son and needed to go back to work. She watched my 4mth old, 2 year old and 4 year old at the time. She watched them for about a year until she had moved away. She was...

Kristine D.

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Ashlee J.


Kansas City, MO

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Stellar Nanny With 20+ Years Experience With Infant/Toddler/Twins

Hi my name is Ashlee. I am a professional career nanny who has provided stellar service to families in KC & SF for the past 20 years, primarily those with infant/toddler twins. I hold a BA in Art Education from SFSU, and have completed multiple ECE (Early Childhood Education) courses as well as Pediatric CPR certification...
Ashlee can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ashlee worked with our family formally for 3+ years and continued (and continues!) to be an involved and positive influence for my twin boys. Beginning when my boys were aged 2, she provided incredibly professional, supportive, caring, trustworthy and loving...

Alison R.

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Kayla K.


Mission, KS

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Available Summer Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a former teacher looking for nannying/babysitting/pet sitting or tutoring opportunities. I taught for 8 years before taking a leave 2022 school year to become a certified life consultant and go to a Bible school. Then I taught one more year (23-24) before leaving this school year to nanny and sub! I have taught 5th, 4th,...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was our part time summer nanny, and the little one loves her. She did crafts, playtime at the park, and field trips to the zoo. Very trustworthy, we definitely will hire her again!"

Sasha K.

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Emily M.


Kansas City, MO

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 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 be happy to...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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

Michele O.

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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
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! "

Care member

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Leslie C.


Kansas City, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

My career was 30+ years of direct care for children and leadership of programs that provided services to young children with and without special needs and women and children in domestic violence situations. Most of the children were infants and preschoolers, but I cared for older children as well. I retired to spend more time...
Leslie can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Leslie watched our son for 3.5 months last summer when he was 4-7.5 months old. Only good things to say! She respected our preferences, keeping him on a routine as much as possible, stretching wake times with engaging activities. At our request, she tracked bottles...

Chelsea S.

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & 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. "

Care member

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Mckenzie has watched my two toddlers 4 & 2 multiple times and has done a phenomenal job. The kids adore her and enjoy their time with her. She is very dependable and great to communicate with to set up services and to keep me updated throughout the day. I will for...

Lacie B.

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Emily C.


Kansas City, MO

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Live Out Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! I am looking for a full-time position. I have worked in the child care industry for 14 years. Nine years working as a nanny and five years in a preschool/daycare. Have experience with all age groups, multiples, and special needs. I love doing crafts, reading, cooking with the kids, and much much more. I have my...
Emily can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is unbelievable with my two little girls! They love her! "

Lauren W.

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Kasey J.


Kansas City, MO

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a former Director of Social Services in geriatric psych. I have extensive experience working with children, inpatient psych, and adults aged 18-65. I am contracted with DMH to care for individuals with autism, as well. I am single and live alone with pets. I have background check/clearance to provide that I'm cleared on the...
5.0
"Kasey has been an amazing companion and caregiver for me. I've been restricted to a chair for weeks, due to a broken leg, unable to bear any weight for walking or other movement. It's been a challenging time, but Kasey has helped make it bearable. She has been in...

Alisa B.

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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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
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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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: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, personal care, live-in home care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 6 years experience , a daycare for typical and special needs children. They do have a program for special needs adults. I was required to go to trainings regularly. I am CPR certified. I run errands, take my client to appointments, prepare meals, organize medications. I also clean and organize the house. I love to care...
Claire can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, transportation, meal prep
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Alicia P.


Kansas City, MO

$16-31/hr3 yrs exp

A Little About Me :)

Hi all! I am a current nursing student seeking a caregiving job in the area that can offer a flexible schedule due to my school commitments. I have had previous experience taking care of infants, children, elderly, and individuals with special needs. I would describe myself as responsible, driven, and most importantly reliable....
Alicia can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, transportation, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

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Vivian W.


Kansas City, MO

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

1.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Vivian. I speak English and Spanish. I am also a nursing student at Park University graduating in 2025, and an Air Force National Guard member. For years I have been helping older and special needs people as well. I believe that our existence is more enjoyable when we are surrounded by positive, loving and caring...
Skills:

CPR

My name is Vivian. I am a nursing student from Park University graduating in 2025. I am still in the military as a guard member and I am bilingual English/Spanish. As a care giver I can take care or individuals of any age; from babies to elderly, disabled and special needs. I have my own transportation.
Vivian can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Karen E.


Kansas City, MO

$24-34/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Helper

Special needs helper. I provide quality safe care for special needs families. Thank you for your consideration,
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Emily L.


Kansas City, MO

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I am currently a teacher at a school for kiddos with Severe Disabilities. Students with special needs are my passion. They are incredibly awesome kids who need people who will show the world their true potential.
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Kayla K.


Mission, KS

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Worker and Available to Work Baby-Sitting Jobs or Nanny During This Summer!

I have four years of experience in my high school, where I took peer tutoring class. Additionally, I have worked with two families through Helpers Inc. "Helpers Inc. is an innovative and creative solution for families in need of in-home supportive care and child care services for their family member with developmental...
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Kasey J.


Kansas City, MO

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Loving, Flexible, Experienced Nanny!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work for state doing consumer directed services, in which I take care of children. I've taken care of kids with special needs, infants, adolescents, and teens. I have 14 siblings, so I've grown up taking care of kids my whole life. I'm a social worker with my own LLC. I'm certified in first aid/CPR, med aide, love animals, and...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kansas City, KS

Kennedy P.

5.0

Kennedy is dependable, mature and terrific with my kids! I hired Kennedy right after I had my son and needed to go back to work. She watched my 4mth old, 2 year old and 4 year old at the time. She watched them for about a year until she had moved away. She was great with my kids, never seemed...

- Kristine D.

Ashlee J.

5.0

To Whom It May Concern, This letter is in reference for Ashlee J as she seeks employment with you. I was very excited when we hired Ashlee for her position as a nanny, as she is a very energetic, eager, and a passionate educator. Ashlee was willing to take on any task to help the climate and...

- Benjamin S.

Kayla K.

5.0

She was our part time summer nanny, and the little one loves her. She did crafts, playtime at the park, and field trips to the zoo. Very trustworthy, we definitely will hire her again!

- Sasha K.

Emily M.

5.0

Emily was great, the kids loved her!

- Michele O.

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

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