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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Maryland Heights, MO

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Maryland Heights, MO

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Theresa R.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professioal Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a Nanny for over 25yrs, and still love being a Nanny. I have been a Nanny for seven different family's in St. Louis, and continue to have a relationship with all of them to this day. I have taken care of Special need children, Twins, Sick and well child care. I am a Energetic Mature , team playing Nanny who loves,...
Theresa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Very good and caring with children "

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Mary P.


Florissant, MO

$18/hr • 8 yrs exp

Paraprofessional Looking For Summer Job

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Mary! I'm a paraprofessional at the Hazelwood school district and I'm looking for summer time babysitting! I've worked with kids and adults with special needs and physical needs since 2016! I have my CNA license, CPR/first aid, medication certification, MANDT and I'm finger printed through the state of...
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Mary D.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experience With Several Special Needs

I worked in an ABA school with children for severe behavioral disorders. My particular child was non-verbal and autistic. I have worked with children with developmental delays, as well as children with feeding tubes and oxygen.
5.0
"I offered a Position and she promptly acknowledges, which shows me she is a very considerate and dependable type of person. I appreciate that she took the time to let me know she was not available for the times I needed. the first impression does matter. even if it...

Darsey K.

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Michaelene B.


Saint Louis, MO

$30/hr • 20 yrs exp

Newborn Nanny Available

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

I began caring for children professionally in 2006 working for a family with special needs. In that position, I helped raise two boys, ages 3 and 7. After five years, the family, happily, was able to function without my assistance. In Nov. 2013, I began working with a newborn and over a period of three wonderful years, prepared...
Michaelene can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Michaelene has been wonderful for our family! We have two boys, ages 6 and 4. Micaelean has cared for them for over two years and we couldn't be happier. Her availability is flexible and she is responsive whenever we reach out. It means a lot having someone we...

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Shantelle B.


Florissant, MO

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked with many differnt disabled kids from behavior, down sydrome, and autism. I do night care for a family with 2 children one child typical and the other special need. I also can work in high demanding position and can time mange with more then 1 child. Great communication skills and always up for new challenges and wolud...
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Amanda K.


Saint Charles, MO

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher By Day Babysitter By Night

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

This is my 25th year of teaching, 14 of those years was preschoolers with special needs, 11 years teaching kindergarten. I graduated from Lindenwood University with my Bachelors and UMSL with my Masters both in Early Childhood Special Education. I have 2 adult children and 1 puppies. I enjoy crafts, sewing, traveling,...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Amanda did a great job with our daughter! And our daughter loved her from the minute they met. She was able to do 2 days in a row which helped immensely. Amanda came prepared with lots of fun activities and she even took her shopping, which our daughter...

Cameron J.

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Jennifer K.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher Looking For Summer Work

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a teacher for over 29 years. I love working will students of all ages, including those with special needs. I have experience working will many types of disabilities, including autism, Cerebral Palsy, Angelman's syndrome and Down's Syndrome. I can also be 'on call' to care for sick children, or do last minute...
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Elizabeth M.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have 15 years of experience working with children ages newborn to 18 in varying capacities - babysitter, nanny, mentor, and teacher. I have spent a great deal of that time working with siblings and larger groups of children as well as some time caring for those with special needs. I believe leading with empathy and patience...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Elizabeth is caring, hard working and very responsible. She has cared for my 11 month old in my home and place of business."

Emily E.

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Bonnie C.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 57-year-old woman whose youngest daughter is 32 and has Down syndrome. I also have a 13-year-old grandson who has Asperger's. I worked for four years with the St. Louis ARC, providing jobs as well as coaching for special ed. adults. I also worked at Willow's Way as an ISL employee caring for individuals with special needs...
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Brynne B.


Saint Louis, MO

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Brynne! I am 20 years old and a junior at the University of Arkansas studying Advertising and Public Relations. I am the oldest of four siblings and 24 cousins. I have 3 years of nannying experience and I have been babysitting for families since I was in 13. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal...
Brynne can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kyah M.


Saint Ann, MO

$30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Baby-sitter Available On Week Nights And Full Time On Weekends

I am experienced in watching all ages, I am 27 with a child of my own, she is 4 years old. I also have experience watching over kids with special needs and kids that are sick, I am available on short notice. I also have my own car and willing to run errands as well.
Kyah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Emma M.


Saint Louis, MO

$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Emma Mom Of 4

I love kids especially the little ones my son is autistic. I've been dealing with autism for the last 17 years with my son so I do have experience in special-needs. I also used to work for the Emahas homes which dealt with special needs children.
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Johanna F.


Saint Louis, MO

$18-24/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Johanna. I'm 24, single, and entirely self-sufficient, just looking for a side job to fill my time. I studied languages in college and will be going back to school in the fall for social work. I'm the second oldest of 7 siblings, so I have been babysitting multiple children since I was 12. I feel comfortable with ages...
Johanna can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Joel E.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have worked for the past three years as a paraeducator, two of those years strictly with children who have Autism. I am currently in graduate school getting my teaching license in Special Education as well. I really enjoy working with children who have special needs, because you can really see the effect that you can have on...
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Heather G.


Saint Louis, MO

$18/hr

Fun Sitter Enjoying Every Moment, Everytime

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, creative and fun. I like working with kids because they bring me purpose, joy and personal growth. I started working with kids when I was a teacher's aide in a special needs classroom in 2014. In my spare time, I enjoy doing creative activities with my children, painting and...
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Samantha K.


Saint Louis, MO

$50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special education teacher who can individualize your child's needs! I have worked with a variety of needs.
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Molly F.


Saint Louis, MO

$18-22/hr • 3 yrs exp

Occupational therapy student at St. Louis University looking for a summer position directly supporting people with disabilities. I am passionate about advocating for those marginalized by society, learning new skills from hands-on experience, and creating community wherever I go.
Hi, I am Charilyn but my friends call me Cha cha. I am originally from the Philippines. I have been living in Saint Louis for 9 yrs now. I am currently working for transportation helping students with special needs. I am in my first year studying Psychology for Child and Adolescent Development. Helping others is my passion...
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Ashleigh J.


Saint Louis, MO

$27/hr • 6 yrs exp

Overnight And Night Care Taker For Kids Any Age

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for over 6 years for a family that I love! I have been watching 3 of them since birth and the oldest one is 10 now. The kids ages are 2 4 7 and 10. I would watch them no matter the circumstances; if they were sick or had a doctor appointment, needed to be dropped off places, and picked up, I was always...
Ashleigh can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Emma S.


Saint Louis, MO

$23/hr • 2 yrs exp

Kid At Heart Who's Also Hardworking

Hello! My name is Emma. I'm a fun, energetic sitter who loves to watch and interact with kids of all ages. It's so neat to watch them learn new things while realizing that you made a positive impact in the child's learning development. I've volunteered at an early childhood center which was super enriching. I also am experienced...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Maryland Heights, MO

Theresa R.

5.0

TT was our full time nanny for our first baby. My husband and I are so grateful to her for being such a trusted and knowledgeable caregiver. We were able to focus at work, knowing that our baby was in wonderful hands at home. TT knows how to engage children at all stages of development. We had to...

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Mary D.

5.0

I offered a Position and she promptly acknowledges, which shows me she is a very considerate and dependable type of person. I appreciate that she took the time to let me know she was not available for the times I needed. the first impression does matter. even if it is just by messaging. Thank you...

- Darsey K.

Michaelene B.

5.0

Michaelene has been wonderful for our family! We have two boys, ages 6 and 4. Micaelean has cared for them for over two years and we couldn't be happier. Her availability is flexible and she is responsive whenever we reach out. It means a lot having someone we trust and the boys look forward to...

- Care member

Amanda K.

5.0

Great babysitter! She did an excellent job with our newborn twins last few weeks. And bonus, does work around the house when the babies slept.

- Adam O.

Elizabeth M.

5.0

She is able to jump in and get to know your kids quickly and easily!

- Brooke H.

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