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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Leawood, KS
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Leawood, KS
5.0
(1)
I Graduated as a practical nurse and am a certified nurse assist and home health aide for 11years. I have work in skilled nursing , assistant living, companion and memory care. I have also worked with special needs children and adults. I enjoy what I do .
5.0
"Yvonne was an excellent caregiver for my wife who needs extra care with all her daily living activities. Yvonne went above and beyond the required duties in her caring. She was very dependable. My wife and I will definitely consider hiring her again in the future."
Dave S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have about 20 yrs of experience with children. I am also CPR, First Aid certified. I started babysitting with watching my brother, at age 13, watching my 6mon old cousin, and continued from there. Moving forward I have mostly worked with infants and toddlers. I've even been called, the baby whisperer. I love it, seeing them...
Rocio can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My daughter (20 months) loves Rocio! That says everything really. Rocio is a great communicator and let me know of any issues as they arose. She is also very attentive, would color and draw with sidewalk chalk with my daughter, took my daughter outside every day...
Anne P.
Michelle K.
Lenexa, KS
$27-34/hr • 3 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
I am an energetic 29 y/o with a passion to assist others. I love teaching and exploring nature, oil painting, cooking and volunteering my extra time for those in need through various programs such as CASA, women's shelters and animal sanctuaries. I have experience working with children with medical needs (G tubes, J tubes, trach...
5.0
"Michelle was a shining light during a very dark time for my family. My dad had a double hip replacement surgery and my mom is very sick with multiple sclerosis. We needed her for help for my mom (transfers from bed to wheelchair, wheelchair to couch, etc.) eating...
Sarah W.
5.0
(2)
I have been a nanny for a family with four children. During this time, I cared for a 6-year-old with Down Syndrome and an 8-year-old with ADHD as well as their 4-year-old brother and 2-year-old sister. I am studying nursing and feel comfortable working with children with special needs and providing personalized care to them. I...
Marla M.
Overland Park, KS
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with two decades in the field, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have been incredibly rewarding, and I'm excited to continue making a positive impact on children's lives.
I'm a patient, calm, creative, and friendly...
Marla can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marla was amazing with our almost 4 month old. Our daughter was all smiles when I got home, and Marla even got her to take 2 naps (she rarely naps for us)! HIGHLY recommend & will be hiring again!"
Laura S.
Paula P.
Kansas City, KS
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with autistic children. I have worked also with mentally challenged children and adults. I worked with individuals with all sorts of handicaps from mild to severe. I truly enjoy helping others and it's a passion that I desire in my heart.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Lucy! As a child care provider with over a decade of professional experience, I possess a high level of qualification working with children of all ages with a variety of needs and preferences. I have experience working with children with dietary restrictions, feeding tubes, special needs, and newborn multiples....
Lucy can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lucy is truly extraordinary. She is highly responsive, punctual, smart, professional, and so kind and caring. She was great with our 17 month old. She got him to sleep (no easy feat for the little nap fighter!) and played so sweetly with him. He clearly had a great...
Lori P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lena. I have a huge passion and love for working with children and helping them develop. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 12 years of experience caring for children, from infants to elementary schoolers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm...
5.0
"Lena was great! Very willing to be flexible, and take on additional duties and responsibilities to make sure my son had whatever he needed. She's incredibly polite, kind, courteous and was wonderful interacting my son."
Jerrod P.
Erin M.
Kansas City, MO
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a babysitter and/or nanny for 20 years with an emphasis on newborn/infant care and have a 9-year-old son. I have also taken care of multiples and children with special needs. Children are such a joy to be around and I love seeing the world through their eyes. It would be honor to be an integral part of your...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Erin has been regularly watching our son since he was less than 3 months old. She is amazing and we are so blessed to have her in our lives! Erin is so caring, patient, trustworthy, responsible, and fun. I know my child is in great hands with Erin and he is...
Kara A.
Kennedy P.
Kansas City, MO
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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.
Amber G.
Kansas City, MO
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have more than 10 years experience working with individuals with special circumstances (needs). I am very patient as I know this is very necessary to be successful in whatever task we have set out to do. I strive to get to know each individual very personally so that I can best support them in the way they need me to. I would...
5.0
(2)
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
Araceli G.
Kansas City, MO
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience taking care of clients that have dementia, Alzheimer's and Schizophrenia. I have CNA license and experience. I also took care of visually impaired clients as well as clients who are quadriplegic.
5.0
"Araceli is a model caretaker! I have worked in the Healthcare industry. I know what professionalism looks like, and Araceli has it. She confirmed the morning of...then arrived on time. Araceli has a positive attitude when asked to do a task. Worked while we...
Karyn M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Rut (sounds like Root) I have been a full-time nanny for the past 6 years and am looking for a nanny/babysitting position. I am 28 years old and a college student. The families I have worked for have called me outgoing, creative, responsible and caring. I have experience with kids ages 3 months to 12 years. I also...
Rut can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rut was always on time and a wonderful help to my family. She would still be working for me if she lived closer!"
Stacy W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently not accepting jobs for special needs children or adults. As I get older I have decided to stick with jobs that bring me joy
I am an RN, BSN caring for children newborn to teen. Experience with special needs; school nursing experience. I am CPR and first aid certified with over 10 years experience working with children in their home, school, and community settings.
Kelsy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I love taking care of kids of all ages and abilities! I have a perfect driving record and love being able to take children to fun summer activities! I am a certified nurse assistant and CPR certified. I have experienced caring for children from the age of 6 months and up. I was also a peer mentor in the special needs class in...
Ashlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Special Needs Care
Thank you for considering me for your childcare needs! I have ample experience working with children in many different environments. I ran a Mother's Day Away summer day care for two years, in which I watched up to six children under the age of six at the same time. I also worked as an after school nanny for two middle aged boys...
Meghann can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Leawood, KS
Yvonne K.
5.0
Yvonne was an excellent caregiver for my wife who needs extra care with all her daily living activities. Yvonne went above and beyond the required duties in her caring. She was very dependable. My wife and I will definitely consider hiring her again in the future.
- Dave S.
Rocio S.
5.0
My daughter (20 months) loves Rocio! That says everything really. Rocio is a great communicator and let me know of any issues as they arose. She is also very attentive, would color and draw with sidewalk chalk with my daughter, took my daughter outside every day and sent lots of photos -- which I...
- Anne P.
Michelle K.
5.0
Michelle was a shining light during a very dark time for my family. My dad had a double hip replacement surgery and my mom is very sick with multiple sclerosis. We needed her for help for my mom (transfers from bed to wheelchair, wheelchair to couch, etc.) eating and preparing meals; honestly...
- Sarah W.
Marla M.
5.0
Marla was amazing with our almost 4 month old. Our daughter was all smiles when I got home, and Marla even got her to take 2 naps (she rarely naps for us)! HIGHLY recommend & will be hiring again!
- Laura S.
Lucy T.
5.0
Lucy is truly extraordinary. She is highly responsive, punctual, smart, professional, and so kind and caring. She was great with our 17 month old. She got him to sleep (no easy feat for the little nap fighter!) and played so sweetly with him. He clearly had a great time with her. In addition to...
- Lori P.
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