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Amy K.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

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I have a wealth of experience working with special needs individuals. I began at age 19 working as an ABA therapist and then went on to teach high school students with a variety of disabilities including challenging behaviors. I have also worked at a private school with provided education strictly for students with autism...
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Rachel K.


Saint Louis, MO

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I consider myself to be a reliable, kind, energetic, silly, and patient child care provider. I currently work as a licensed occupational therapist in a hospital setting and have an educational background in child development. I also have 3+ years of paid experience working as a caregiver for children and adolescents with...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Taylor M.


Saint Louis, MO

$18-50/hr4 yrs exp

Reliable And Empathetic Caregiver!

I am going into my senior year at Saint Louis University studying speech language pathology! I have been working as a caregiver since I was 17, and have worked in many different environments. I have experience working with elderly clients who have dementia as well as other disorders, and most recently have been caring for a...
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Monica H.


Granite City, IL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have been caring for special needs children for the last 10 years. It started when I was 12 and helped this foster family with mainly disabled children. I am also a CNA and work with people on all different spectrums. I have cared for paralyzed children, those with autism, dimentia, blindess, deafness and ADHD. I am not...
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Danielle K.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Nurse & Adenturer Looking To Help

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a lifetime of experience helping people. I can help with just about any side work needed. I have experience with special needs, 7+ years as a registered nurse, and am a great cook. I'd love to help where it's needed!
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Amy C.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-28/hr2 yrs exp

Nurturing CPR Certified Nanny

I pride myself on being a nanny who is eager to provide nurturing, educational-driven care. With 4 years of experience working with kids in the medical field, and 2 years of working as a care giver. I have always had in interest in working with children and started babysitting at a young age. I have worked in the medical field...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Hello families!! I'm more than happy to introduce myself to you today and tell you about my life experience working with kids. I started to work with the little ones when I was just one of them. After high school I decided to study to become a teacher. During my studies I worked in a kindergarten for two years, on of the...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Melissa B.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Skilled, Experienced And Caring Part Time Caregiver/Nanny Available

Good day to you. I am a Caregiver with over 80 Nursing college credit hours and over 15 years experience in the field. I have worked with a variety of populations. I find working as a caregiver/nanny/household manager very fulfilling and satisfying. I have a professional resume and excellent references readily available upon...
I have 10 plus years working with special need people off and on. I provide support with daily living. I enjoy caring for people . Caring and helping people was my calling and I love it.
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Erricca H.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

I'm a 37-year-old with over 20 years of experience working with children, from newborns to 14-year-olds, including special needs up to age 11. My passion for kids is lifelong, and I believe in pouring into them now to shape their future. I'm a Christian and love teaching children about Christ in a loving environment. I'm also...
Erricca can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Felicia K.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Full-time Or Live-In Caregiver For Aging Parent / Senior Caregiver/HHA Non-Medical

I enjoy the companionship with the patient along with the family as a caregiver, I can communicate with them in giving the best care for their loved one. I can also follow a plan of care advised by a doctor or a nurse as required. I like being responsible and reaching goals as well as being instrumental in the patients daily...
Felicia can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, personal care, respite care, dementia, visiting physician & more
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Jennifer N.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I Have All What It Takes, To Care For The Special Need Groups

I was a residential rehabilitation counselor working with AHRC, visiting people's home to offer services to the special needs people, and a paraprofessional working with public schools, in district 75 with the special needs population. I'm a voice to the voiceless and an advocate to the the most vulnerable group of people.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Lydia! I am 22-year-old with a lot of experience taking care of children. I grew up in a very large family of 18 siblings. So most of my childhood I was helping taking care of them. I started babysitting for my family around the age of 10 and slowly started babysitting for church and family friends. I would say I have...
Lydia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Anaya S.


Saint Louis, MO

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

Energetic New Caretaker

My name is Anaya I was born and raised here in St Louis! I enjoy all outdoor activities, baking and playing board games. I am currently a student at the University of Missouri stl and I am earning my BA in sociology. I am a building support specialist at an elementary school where I support and guide children ages 5-8. I have...
Anaya can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Nia S.


Saint Louis, MO

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Educator; Missouri DESE Certified Substitute And Compassionate Caregiver For All Ages

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I began my journey in childcare in 2018, working at a daycare with children ages 2-5. My responsibilities included tutoring, potty training, feeding, and fostering their early development. During this time, l discovered my passion and decided to pursue a career in education. I became a certified substitute teacher through the...
Nia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Early Education

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Grace H.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher-Nanny Available Full Or Part Time!

I am 35 years old, live in St. Louis City. Education: Experience: From 18-21, co-owned a company providing specialized care to kids w/ special needs Teach For America in 2014 teaching 3rd grade in St. Louis Public Schools Taught 8 yrs, specializing in trauma-responsive strategies & social justice ed Education...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Caitie G.


Saint Louis, MO

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

Intentional Babysitter

Hi there! I have been caregiving on / off between travels for 4 years now. I've worked at an arts based after school care program for children with special needs. I have nanny experience and I love the wonder & enthusiasm children bring into my life. I work especially well with Autism and adhd children.
I'm a Nurse Assistant , nanny/babysitter, housekeeper & certified inhomecare provider . I can provide services from Infant to seniors no problem. I'm hands on, very attentive, very patient , adaptive and strong minded and I work efficiently with children, adults of all ages and special needs. Including pets! experience working...
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Cassondra A.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Rehistered Behavior Technician

I have been working with children and teens with IDD for years, as a therapist and as a childcare provider; additionally as a sibling. I grew up in a household with a family member with Trisomy 21, & another family member with severe ADHD and autism. For the last few years, I have been working as a behavioral technician. I have...
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Margaret M.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Skilled Nanny

Hello! I have over 15 years of nannying experience. It is my top priority to make sure your child/children are kept safe, cared for and also engaged. I graduated from Macalester College in 2017. I started working with kids when I was 12 years old and babysat my baby brothers until now, age 30. Over the years, I have worked in...
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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