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Jessica K.


Nixa, MO

$20-25/hr

Special Needs Care

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I am a graduate student pursuing my M. Ed. In Applied Behavior Analysis. I have volunteered for four years at a summer camp for individuals with special needs called Camp Barnabas during which I spent one on one time with campers helping to attend to their every need including bathroom assistance, shower assistance, dressings,...
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Kierra M.


Nixa, MO

$8-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Care

I grew with a brother who has a very rare condition called osteogenesis imperfecta which cause very brittle bones and other symptoms. In having my brother around I was raised in a circle of people with a lot of other disabilities so I grew up helping and learning about all kinds of disabilities. Because of this I became a CNA at...
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Jessica K.


Nixa, MO

$20-40/hr8 yrs exp

I am currently 22 and have worked with children of all ages since I was in jr. high. I have experience with children who have special needs or disabilities including developmental/learning disabilities. I am able to help with homework or work through school projects and encourage as well as help explain the work. I try to engage...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kierra M.


Nixa, MO

$12-17/hr2 yrs exp

Nanny

My first very job was baby sitting. To this day I help out in nursery at church and watch my nieces and nephews. I grew up my a disabled brother who has a rare condition called osteogenesis imperfecta (really brittle bones). So I have become very well practiced in taking care of special needs kids dude to being surrounded by...
Kierra can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Korey M.


Ozark, MO

$22-50/hr4 yrs exp

Caretaker

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an energetic individual who loves to laugh, I also enjoy helping people out. I have experience working with individuals with special needs, and assisting seniors at home. I am a caretaker who has been recently doing overnights and also helping out some during the day. I have experience administering medications,...
Korey can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, transportation, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Korey is an outstanding man who puts everything in to his work. He did a fantastic job taking care of my father-in-law in every aspect of the job. I couldn't ask for better!"

Darren A.

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Frankie B.


Springfield, MO

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

Welcome to my profile I am an Independent Provider which means I am private pay only. Let me tell you a little about myself . I was a Psych Nurse for years, worked for the State of Missouri taking care of Special Needs youth for 11 yrs, I have raised a family and most recently took care of my mother who passed away last...
Frankie can also help with: Dementia, personal care, visiting nurse, live-in home care, hospice services, respite care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

CNA

5.0
"There are two words to describe the level of care and professionalism regarding Ms. B's entire book of work. She is "all in" with all that was required during a very difficult and challenging time with my wife who was terminally ill. I've employed several aids...

Frances C.

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Haley W.


Springfield, MO

$12-17/hr5 yrs exp

A Love For Joy!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Haley! I have six siblings, I am the oldest, and two of my siblings are special needs. I am very patient and would love to work with your family if willing! I currently teach 7th grade English at Willard Middle School and just finished my first year teaching!
Haley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Sierra T.


Springfield, MO

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

As a nanny I have several years experience with children of all ages and with special needs. I worked for 4 years for a family with 6 kids all within a 6 year age range (triplets). Please ask if you have any other questions/concerns.
Sierra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Allison H.


Ozark, MO

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Allison and I'm 20 years old! I recently moved to Ozark, MO but work in Springfield. I'm currently employed full time on night shifts working with special needs folks! In my free time I ride my horses, enjoy the beautiful outdoors, spend time with my family playing cards, and kayaking! I would love to get to...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Mckay D.


Springfield, MO

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Night Nanny

Hi! My name is McKay (or KK) and I have 15 years experience in many fields but have always worked with kids or people with disabilities. I've worked as a SPED teacher, caregiver, nanny, and in social work. I am fun, silly, dependable, loving, and kind. I am also a first time mom with a 6-month-old. We had an amazing night nurse...
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Frankie B.


Springfield, MO

$18-19/hr

Experienced Care Giver

I have a healthy care giver history, I was a Psych Nurse for years, worked for the State of Missouri taking care of Special Needs youth for 11 yrs, I have raised a family and most recently took care of my mother who passed away last summer from COPD. I understand and practice professional boundaries of those I work with and...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Elizabeth R.


Ozark, MO

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello I go by my middle name Paige, and I have been a nanny for about 10 years. I have cared for children of all ages and love being a nanny. I have worked with children that needed accommodations and children that did not need any. I have a bachelors degree in Anthropology and have been CPR and first aid certified. Thanks for...
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Frankie B.


Springfield, MO

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Professional

I have many years experience with special needs youth and adults. I have a very diverse background Hospice Nursing Psych Nursing I have excellent professional and personal references which I encourage you verify
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Korey M.


Ozark, MO

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caretaker Personal Care Assistance Available Full Time.

My name is Korey, I have experience working with seniors & special needs individuals. I took care of my Great Grandmother for almost a year, I prepared her meals, distributed/prompted medications at the appropriate times, changed her clothes, transferred her/heavy lifting was involved. She enjoyed watching her favorite shows and...
Growing up I had a younger brother who was on the Autism Spectrum and I frequently helped with his speech development and therapy. He was a bright soul and since him I have cared deeply for those with special needs. Throughout college I participated in Best Buddies as well as Special Olympics - all unpaid experiences but...
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Jacqueline M.


Springfield, MO

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Fun And Functional Nanny

I am a graduate student at Cox College in the MSOT program. I have worked with kiddos with special needs, developmental delay, and visual impairment in the public school system and through MO First Steps in home early intervention for 8 years as a certified occupational therapy assistant. I love working with kids and have worked...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Emma R D.


Ozark, MO

$15-16/hr6 yrs exp

Emma D

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Emma! I moved down to Missouri in august from minnesota and Am looking for a new nanny family! I have worked with kids from ages 0-12 and have also worked with kids with special needs! If you have any questions please contact! Thank you!
Emma R can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Lauren M.


Springfield, MO

$14-21/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Lauren and l am a college student at MSU. I have babysat a special needs kid for 5 years. I have also babysat multiple other kids throughout the past 5 years. I am really good with baby's and special needs. I also worked at an aftercare and summer camp at a private school near me. Which I watch kids from the age...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Larissa N.


Springfield, MO

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Plays Well With Others

I have 20-plus years of experience caring for others. I have worked in some capacity with children and those needing various supports. My experience is focused on early childhood to age 8, however, I have supported older youth and adults with special needs. I want to serve others and help where I am able. Additionally, I can...
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Haley W.


Springfield, MO

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Haley and pertaining to those with special needs, I am patient, empathetic and understanding! I work mostly with kids who have autism (this is my part time job doing ABA therapy), but also have helped with my other brother who has neurological problems. I am very quick to learn new things and I would love the...

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