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Mckenzie F.


Manhattan, KS

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

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I am in the elementary education program at Kansas State, with an emphasis in special education. I have experience being a para-educator that worked with a student on the spectrum at school and at home. I tracked behavioral data, deescalated tense situations, and helped the student learn in their own way. I was responsible for...
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Jami N.


Manhattan, KS

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

A Mimi To Help

I am a mother to 6 grown children and I have 5 grandchildren . I have worked in pediatrics and geriatrics for 20 years mostly in a home care setting as a physical therapist assistant. I was a new parent contact for families that have had a baby with Down syndrome. I am going to college to be a social worker and I have been...
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Ruby S.


Manhattan, KS

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter/caregiver Available

Over the past two years I have been an para-educator for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder as well as children with Emotional Behavioral Disorder. I have worked with children from 5-10 years old and will have a degree in special education come December 2022
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Sophie T.


Manhattan, KS

$12-50/hr4 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as passionate, genuine, loving I like caring for people with special needs because that has been my passion since I was younger and I plan on going into Special Education or Occupational therapy. I'm looking for a job that is flexible and reliable I started caring for people with special needs...
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Jenna H.


Manhattan, KS

$12-20/hr7 yrs exp

Optimistic And Always Helpful

I have 7+ years of experience working with children. (nannying, daycare, special needs care). I have a special place in my heart for children/adults with special needs. I love helping people and am extremely flexible. I want to provide positive, responsible, flexible care for parents who need a break or help in general.
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Cindy N.


Manhattan, KS

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider And Former Registered Behavior Technician

I'm a former Registered Behavior Technician with years of experience with both children on the spectrum and typically developing children ranging in ages from 3-14. I have worked in clinic-based, school-based, community, and home settings. I have experience in providing child care/babysitting, developing programs and...
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Lavera E.


Manhattan, KS

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nanny/Sitter

Hired by 38 families in your neighborhood

Nanny of 14 years of quality care to families! Long, short-term, & overnights available! I'm First Aid/CPR/AED Certified, NCS/Postpartum Doula, Parents As Teachers Trained(PAT) I can assist in reaching development milestones to help stimulate the child's brain. My degree is Early Childhood Education of 35 years, as well as a...
Lavera can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Katie D.


Manhattan, KS

$16-24/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Katie! I am currently 23 with over 10 years of babysitting experience! I have had a range of experience from a summer camp for girls in New York to long term babysitting to date nights! I love kids of all ages and am good with a variety of pets. I am Lifeguard, CPR, AED and CNA certified as well! I have...
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as communicative, passionate, organized. I like working with kids because it reminds me of how amazing and exciting the world can be. I started working with kids when I was about 13 years old. I started working with kids of special needs about 4 years ago. I have been working with infants for...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Olivia G.


Manhattan, KS

$15-22/hr4 yrs exp

Open To Everyone :)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been watching kids since I was about 12 years old so I have about 7 years of experience. I also worked at a daycare for about 3 years. I have experience helping with special needs children and adults from working in a daycare and working in the hospital. I am a Patient Care Technician in Kansas City when I am not taking...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Gabriela A.


Manhattan, KS

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Responsable Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I had work with kids with special needs in the past five years. Giving swimming classes was one of my first jobs with kids with special needs, but after that I worked in Advances Learning Center in Boston with kids with autism, in the same place I was certified to run the ABA program and obtain a Safety Care certification. I...
Gabriela can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Holly E.


Manhattan, KS

$11-16/hr10 yrs exp

I have 10 years of experience working with special needs populations. I can help with travel, errands, life skills, etc.
Holly can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Rory S.


Manhattan, KS

$13-20/hr5 yrs exp

I've dedicated the last five years of my life to nurturing the minds and hearts of children because I believe in the power of positive early childhood experiences. My ultimate goal is to become an educator, but in the meantime, I'm thrilled to be able to combine my love of learning and my passion for childcare. I have a college...
Rory can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Anne M.


Manhattan, KS

$10-50/hr9 yrs exp

I have always loved working with kiddos. I think babysitting should be fun and rewarding for both kiddos and caregivers alike. Whether it be monster trucks or American Girl Dolls, I'm on board. I have been babysitting on and off from when I was 11. I have cared for the rowdiest of elementary-aged kids to the calmest of babies....
Anne can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
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Bailey T.


Manhattan, KS

$11-16/hr5 yrs exp

Patient And Caring Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Bailey, I'm 20 years old and am currently a student at Kansas State University. I've babysat for a few families over the past few years with children ranging from ages 2 months - 11 years. Back home, I have a 9-year-old sister that I watched almost every day, I worked at a therapeutic riding facility for...
Bailey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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Ruby S.


Manhattan, KS

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hi my name is Ruby and here is a introduction to get to know me and see what my qualifications are. I am patient, kind person who has 4 years of experience babysitting, being a nanny, tutoring, and being a para-educator. I have been a para-educator for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Emotional Behavioral Disorder for...
Ruby can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Jami N.


Manhattan, KS

$10-50/hr3 yrs exp

I am mother of six successful adults, one with special needs, and a grandmother of five, children hold a special place in my heart. My 20 years as a pediatric physical therapist assistant further solidified my passion for working with kids. I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I believe in open communication with parents...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I've honestly never worked specifically with elderly, I've worked with adults with special needs though! I absolutely love people and love supporting people who need help, whether that's parents who need a break or seniors who need a ride! I'm absolutely ready to learn and would love to help!!
Kessa can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
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Joanne B.


Manhattan, KS

$13-28/hr10 yrs exp

Gentle Jo

I am a 50-year-old Manhatanite that is vast in experience with pets and people with various special needs including Senior to Infant and Pet anxiety and physical/mental challenges. I am patient and kindhearted and enjoy helping others have a god day with the knowledge of various therapeutic tools particularly slow movement music...
Joanne can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep & more

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