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Find special needs caregivers in Kansas City, MO that you’ll love

123 special needs caregivers are listed in Kansas City, MO

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Kansas City, MO

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Karla M.


Kansas City, MO

$25-30/hr

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Hello, my name is Karla. I am recent grad of the University of Missouri Kansas City with a bachelors in business and marketing and an associates in early childhood development. I am also CPR certified. I love to care for others and I have passion and patience for those who need care of all ages. I have experience working with...
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Jenna D.


Kansas City, MO

$13-19/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hello my name is Jenna . I am originally from Iowa but go to Rockhurst University for Occupational Therapy and would love to help out!
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Alviner T.


Kansas City, MO

$25-27/hr • 6 yrs exp

A passionate and experienced Caregiver with 5+ years of experience providing compassionate and attentive care to elderly and disabled individuals
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Lauren B.


Kansas City, MO

$14-19/hr • 9 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

Hi! My name is Lauren and I have worked in special education for 9 years now. The last few years I have worked as an in home Registered Behavior Technician using applied behavior analysis. I have also worked as a teaching assistant in a special education classroom. I love working with kids and getting to see them learn and grow.
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Qiana H.


Kansas City, MO

$13-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experience in all types of disorders and disabilities. Worked as nurse aide for 19 years and as psych monitor in hospital. I know a Lil about G Tubes and colostomy etc. Love working with people n motivation is a big thing for me.
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Erica H.


Kansas City, MO

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Summer Nanny/Babysitter

First and foremost, I am a mother of 3 aged 11, 12, and 15. Secondly, I have been a middle school teacher math teacher for 14 years. I taught 11 years at Center Middle School, and now, I am teaching in Shawnee Mission School District. I am getting my masters in Special Education. I am great with kids with and without special...
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Jayla L.


Kansas City, MO

$20-30/hr • 2 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...
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Sophia S.


Kansas City, MO

$20-24/hr • 9 yrs exp

I am a nanny full time but have previously worked with a woman with an anoxic brain injury and children with Down's syndrome and ASDs.
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Angela C.


Kansas City, MO

$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hello and thank you for reading about me! I have been taking care of people most of my adult life. I have experience with Autism, Down's syndrome, MS, severe ADHD and OCD from ages 5-50. I'm a trained Registered Behavioral Technician/Teacher who enjoys working with children. I'm an animal lover and a caring person who just...
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Stacy J.


Kansas City, MO

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special-Needs Specialist

I'm a mom of two grown daughters, no grandbabies on the way just yet. I'm looking to keep my skills sharp by helping a family or families out this summer and fall. I'll be accepting offers from families from now (July 2024) through August 2024. I am a licensed clinical counselor, have extensive experience with families living...
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Leah C.


Kansas City, MO

$22-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello! My Name Is Leah. I Am A Special Education Teacher. I Am Patient, Kind And Great Listener!

I love working with kids because it is a great joy to watch kids learn new things and it is so much fun to create fun activities and have them participate! I am very patient with kids with special needs and throughly enjoy helping them be involved in activities! I'm looking for a job that I can work with babies, toddlers and...
Leah can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
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Katie K.


Kansas City, MO

$25/hr • 20 yrs exp

Reliable Mom And Teacher Looking To Help You In Your Home

teacher of 16 years who is loves spending time with kids of all ages. I have experience with children with special needs. independent, nurturing, and charismatic I like working with kids because shaping the future is important to me. I enjoy playing, creating art, and being silly. helping with homework, teaching how to cook,...
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Andrea M.


Kansas City, MO

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider (babysitter)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Andrea. A little about me is, I have over 15 years experience caring for children! After high school, I work at an elementary school as a pre-k teachers aide and I have a 4-year-old son. I am a certified cna/caregiver, know CPR/ life saving manuevers, have worked with children with special needs, non smoker,...
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Bailey E.


Kansas City, MO

$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi there! I am currently working around 30 hours per week as a professional organizer in Kansas City. The hours are M-F 9a-3p for that job, however, some weeks have less clients than others which results in me having some daytime availability on occasion. On days I am not scheduled, or evenings throughout the week (4pm-10pm), I...
Bailey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Macie N.


Kansas City, MO

$11-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I don't have any experience baby sitting, but I love kids! I have always wanted to babysit and help kids have fun while parents need a break or are at work! I have had experience working with special needs kids in high school with our Adaptive PE program and I absolutely loved it! I am currently going into my sophomore year of...
Macie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

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Jeraline H.


Kansas City, MO

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Jeraline H From Kansas City, MO

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I simply just love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. I am currently a substitute teacher pursuing a Masters Degree in Education. I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I have worked at daycares, learning and educational centers I have also subbed from grades...
Jeraline can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Colleen W.


Kansas City, MO

$19/hr • 20 yrs exp

Early childhood, Elementary and special education teacher. I have a lot of great experience working in and out of school settings. I have Nannied for families with multiple children of all ages, as well as single child homes and children with special needs. I am comfortable with pets and helping with house chores. I can do...
Colleen can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Madison K.


Kansas City, MO

$15-20/hr • 6 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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Grace F.


Kansas City, MO

$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp

Pet Support

I am currently studying Strategic Communications at UMKC, set to graduate in 2025. The past 6 years I've spent as a hairstylist and have made a large career shift, working in internships for sustainability centers and working in spaces valuing sustainability. I am available for pet sitting in home (not overnight stays) as well...
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Asia P.


Kansas City, MO

$15-18/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello Families! My name is Asia I am 25 years old from Kansas City, Missouri. My love for working with children started at 11 with my first babysitting job. I've always looked at myself as a natural nurturer and caregiver I love watching little ones grow and see the growth and how far they come. I have experience in working with...
Asia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Ratings for Kansas City, MO special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Kansas City, MO are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 69 reviews of the 123 listed special needs caregivers.