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Find special needs caregivers in Maryland Heights, MO that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Maryland Heights, MO

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Maryland Heights, MO

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Shantelle B.


Florissant, MO

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Special Needs Provider

5.0

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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

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher By Day Babysitter By Night

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

This is my 24th year of teaching, 14 of those years was preschoolers with special needs, 7 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 2 puppies. I enjoy crafts, sewing, swimming, painting,...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is able to jump in and get to know your kids quickly and easily!"

Brooke H.

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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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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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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.
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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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Mariah C.


Saint Louis, MO

$18-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

College Sitter Looking To Have Fun!

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Mariah and I am currently a college student at WashU on the track to become a child psychologist. My life passion has always been to bring joy and inspiration to everyone! Regarding my experience, I have worked with many ages from newborn to 34 years old. I have been babysitting for nearly four years and I have...
Mariah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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Mckinleigh N.


Saint Charles, MO

$12-17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Intentional And Loving Babysitter

My name is McKinleigh! I currently attend Saint Louis University and am majoring in Social Work. I currently work at the St. Louis Crisis Nursery and have a lot of child care experience, but mainly through family and friends. I am 1 of 9 children (my oldest brother is 28 and youngest sister is 3). I have been an aunt since I was...
Mckinleigh can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Alexis L.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-23/hr • 3 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced Sitter!

I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling. I worked professionally with special needs children for 2. 5 years. I am calm in chaotic situations and very flexible.
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Andria W.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Cna Private Duty Live -in

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a CNA , private duty , homemaker , Lightly housekeeper , Giving baths, dressing and feeding and live in I love helping and working with others I am very dependable and reliable and a hard worker I am very honest and loyal
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Patricia G.


Saint Charles, MO

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

My professional experience includes working with (multiple ages) children and teens on the autistic spectrum. I have worked with middle schoolers with cerebral palsy and fragile x as well as adhd and cognitive. I have experience with seniors that needed some mobility assistance and day to day support.

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