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Jillian R.
Lone Jack, MO
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jillian. I have been nannying/babysitting for 5ish years with lots of experience with kiddos of all ages and personalities. I have experience with special needs as well as medical needs. I have my own transportation and am very comfortable with animals of all shapes and sizes! I love crafts, reading, learning, and...
Jillian can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(11)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Highlights:
- Recently vaccinated for the current Covid and flu strains.
- My passion is working with children and families.
- Kindness is my cornerstone.
- Extensive experience with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary ages.
- Over eight years of experience as a caregiver.
- Certified in First Aid and CPR/AED for...
Maryellen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We cannot recommend Maryellen highly enough! From our initial interview to the many times she has cared for our children, she has felt like a member of our family. Not only is she punctual, qualified, and kind-but she is incredibly thoughtful and so playful with...
Andrea E.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I grew up with my autistic brother. He never had a drivers license and walked everywhere or rode a bike. One particular snowy night he was walking home from Walmart on a street that had no sidewalks. A pickup with a snow plow on the front hit my brother a knocked him into a deep ditch. He was life-flighted to Kansas City where...
5.0
"I can't praise Larry enough. He is a Gem!!! He helped us with our adult son with autism, transport to and from work and to activities and helped us when I went out of town. Even let our little old dog out when needed. Larry is a gentleman and extremely friendly and...
Regina Y.
Ashley L.
Blue Springs, MO
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello there! I'm Ashley!
A bit about me:
I have a Missouri CNA, which I obtained in 2015.
I have 9 years combined experience working in various healthcare settings.
I have experience working with seniors in independent and assisted living. Adults in Neurology/Oncology/Med Surgery. In pediatrics through Urgent Care.
If my...
Rebecca L.
Lees Summit, MO
$13-20/hr
I Worked With Some Special Needs Students In Highschool And Loved It.
I worked with some special needs students in highschool and loved it. I worked in a before and after school program that also allowed me to work with them more! Im a fast learner, and love all kids! Please consider me to learn, and help you out too! I didn't attend college but I would've loved to continue this career path.
My name is Lexi A, I am currently 18 years old! I'm going into my sophomore year of college where i'm pursuing a bachelor's degree in nursing with a specialty in NICU and Pediatrics! I'm also working on a bachelors degree for psychology! I enjoy being outdoors, crafts, cleaning, and a good movie or book! I like working with kids...
Lexi can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
I have been babysitting and nannying for well over 10 years. I have babysat infants to teens. I have special needs experience and I used to work in a trauma center so I am very diligent about health and safety. I am very attentive, caring, and loving. I love animals so pets aren't an issue. I don't smoke and I have good hygiene....
Katie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ashleigh B.
Blue Springs, MO
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked the majority of my adult life in healthcare mostly in the IDD department. I started off caring for individuals in their homes, moved to a day service settings then to employment coordination and ultimately in case management prior to moving to Missouri. I do have a CNA license for Kansas, but not certified in...
Meredith P.
Oak Grove, MO
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi!
I started working with kids when I was in middle school as I started volunteering for my church nursery. Since then I've taken various date night babysitting jobs, started nannying in the summer when I was 15, and have been with the same family for the last 3 years! In total, I have about 6 years of paid experience.
One...
Meredith can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
I've cared for my special needs daughter. She had a rare disease called 18p-syndrome. I cared for her 11 years. she also spent a lot of time in and out of the hospital. I have experience with g-tubes, trachea, bathing, giving baths etc. The lists go on. I also have an 13-year-old grandson with autism he is very self independent...
Hello my names Harmony, I have a variety of experiences with kids with disabilities. I've been a Sped Para for about 4 years in two different school districts. I'm currently working on my RBT certification as well. I'm a pretty shy at first but love children! I want to be there to help you and the kid in anyway I can. I know how...
Monika M.
Blue Springs, MO
$15-38/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have lots of experience, especially special needs children and young adults, .
Monika can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Harmony C.
Grain Valley, MO
$18-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello my names Harmony. I have over 10 plus years in experience with children. All ages as well as special needs kids as well. I enjoy children and helping them learn new things. My availability is pretty open currently. If you have any questions feel free to message me.
I'd describe my personality as positive, helpful, kind
I have watched children of all ages, I also have a special needs 4-year-old of my own that I stay home with as I'm blessed to be a stay at home mom. I am also a certified CNA in the health care profession. I have had experience since the age of 16, so 10 years. I love kids and I'm finishing school, so I have spare time as it's...
Brandy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(3)
I am a loving mom of four boys, with an extensive background with children. I have given birth to two premature babies. Two of my sons have Special Needs. I have an early childhood education degree, was a Montessori teacher, a nanny, and have owned (and operated) a Christian Day Care facility. I have worked in the NICU at...
Janean can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I am delighted to write this rating for Janean, who was an exceptional child caregiver for my son. Over the time that I have known her, she has demonstrated remarkable qualities that make her an outstanding choice for any family seeking childcare and with her...
Care member
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
(4)
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, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Rut is very caring and patient with my special needs daughter. She is great at making her laugh and plans activities for them to do together. It is very difficult for a special needs parent to find that special kind of person who genuinely loves caring for...
christina B.
4.6
(5)
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
3.0
"Leslie was punctual and professional, but not very empathetic to our sensitive 6-month-old, who she told to "knock it off" and that "no one is coming to save you" while she was crying. Not the best fit for a gentle parenting household."
Sarah J.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
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...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lone Jack, MO
Maryellen D.
5.0
I was incredibly anxious to go back to work and have anybody else watch him. Being able to have someone in our home for his first year has been such a relief. Our son absolutely adores Maryellen and lights up any time she comes over. She has been so wonderful with him and we are so grateful she’s...
- Care member
Larry J.
5.0
Larry is a great guy & really helped me out. Being single with no family in town I was always concerned about what I would do if I ever needed a surgery driver. Larry provided early morning transportation to my surgery & got me home in good shape. Larry was in touch with me the night before...
- Paul M.
Janean L.
5.0
Janean cared for both of our girls till they went to school. Our babies loved spending their days with Miss Janean and all the fun adventures she had planned. Their days were filled with crafting, healthy meals and snacks, and lots of outdoor exploring! My girls are now going into 2nd grade and 4th...
- Care member
Araceli G.
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 talked...Kept her phone calls to a...
- Karyn M.
Rut P.
5.0
Rut is very caring and patient with my special needs daughter. She is great at making her laugh and plans activities for them to do together. It is very difficult for a special needs parent to find that special kind of person who genuinely loves caring for others. Rut treats my daughter like an...
- christina B.
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