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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Olathe, KS

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Olathe, KS

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Danica S.


Olathe, KS

$12-15/hr1 yrs exp

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I've always been passionate about working with children and helping them learn and grow. With one year of experience as a childcare provider, I have a deep understanding of the importance of providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to thrive. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing games...
Danica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Florence M.


Olathe, KS

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Certified Medication Aide (CMA), Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) and CPR Certified. I have more than 20 years of experience in Healthcare working with Dementia, Alzheimer's and Special Needs Patients. I do help with all Activities of Daily Living to your Loved Ones. My strength as a caregiver is that I'm very reliable,...
Florence can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

Ashethia P.


Overland Park, KS

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

The Daycare Provider You Are Looking For

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am flexible with my hours or work. I was a licensed certified paraprofessional in Oklahoma. The reason I say I was is because I recently moved to Kansas and I am not sure if KS has the same requirements as OK. I have worked with special needs children for over 3 yrs. I enjoyed this job very much and would like to continue...
5.0
"My almost 2 year old can be a real handful and "Miss Nay Nay" (as my lil guy called her) was AWESOME with him! Even with an infant thrown into the mix, she was a total pro! HIGHLY recommend! :D"

Jennifer B.

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Lisa S.


Lenexa, KS

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs And Mental Health Professional

4.0

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

20 + years of CARING and dependable care for your family member as well as the rest of the family. Experience working in the home as well as psych hospitals, mental health rehab facilities and physical therapy facilities. I'd rather work in the home with the person who needs help because that is where the quality care is given...
5.0
"I have been using Lisa for years. She is the kindest person you will ever meet. She is amazing. My son loves her and so do I. She is very professional, caring, loving. I highly recommend her for any and all of your needs."

Jennifer H.

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Mariah L.


Overland Park, KS

$25/hr7 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there, my name is Mariah. I recently graduated from Entourage Institute! Ive had a lot of siblings so l became a babysitter very young age. I've been involved in childcare for many years and have lovingly cooked, cleaned, played with, transported, and educated kids of all ages. For many years throughout high school, l have...
Mariah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mariah has watched my infant daughter several times. She is dependable and communicates very well. She's great with my daughter and is very trustworthy and mature. I highly recommend her!"

Lauren B.

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Marla M.


Overland Park, KS

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with two decades in the field, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have been incredibly rewarding, and I'm excited to continue making a positive impact on children's lives. I'm a patient, calm, creative, and friendly...
Marla can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Marla was amazing with our almost 4 month old. Our daughter was all smiles when I got home, and Marla even got her to take 2 naps (she rarely naps for us)! HIGHLY recommend & will be hiring again!"

Laura S.

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Ashley K.


Lenexa, KS

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

After working in healthcare for 10 years, I'm currently staying home with my 2-year-old. I'm available to care for children through the week. CPR certified and experience working with special needs. I previously taught the Twos class.
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Yvonne K.


Overland Park, KS

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

I Graduated as a practical nurse and am a certified nurse assist and home health aide for 11years. I have work in skilled nursing , assistant living, companion and memory care. I have also worked with special needs children and adults. I enjoy what I do .
5.0
"Yvonne was an excellent caregiver for my wife who needs extra care with all her daily living activities. Yvonne went above and beyond the required duties in her caring. She was very dependable. My wife and I will definitely consider hiring her again in the future."

Dave S.

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Michelle K.


Lenexa, KS

$27-34/hr3 yrs exp

I am an energetic 29 y/o with a passion to assist others. I love teaching and exploring nature, oil painting, cooking and volunteering my extra time for those in need through various programs such as CASA, women's shelters and animal sanctuaries. I have experience working with children with medical needs (G tubes, J tubes, trach...
5.0
"Michelle was a shining light during a very dark time for my family. My dad had a double hip replacement surgery and my mom is very sick with multiple sclerosis. We needed her for help for my mom (transfers from bed to wheelchair, wheelchair to couch, etc.) eating...

Sarah W.

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Ashethia P.


Overland Park, KS

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

The Daycare Provider You Are Looking For

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I was an Autism Instructional Aide, which required me to go to Autism classrooms and train the paraprofessionals. I helped them to implement a students IEP and help them with behaviors. I would also help assist the teacher with anything they need help with. Before this job I was a paraprofessional in for 10 years. I worked with...
Ashethia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Renee was on time and absolutely PHENOMENAL with my 2 boys. One of my boys was using a breathing treatment at the time, and she handled the treatments like a pro! An infant and a 2 year old can be really overwhelming, and my boys just LOVED her! Will definitely...

Jennifer B.

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Abigail F.


Lenexa, KS

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! have tons of experience with kids. I have 6 years of nanny experience (age range 8 months to 14 years old.) I was a para at an Elementary school for 1 year, and have experience with caring for children doing remote learning (planning activities, tutoring them, etc.) Most recently, I was a nanny for a 3-year-old and...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Katherin C.


Overland Park, KS

$25-34/hr2 yrs exp

CNA For Help With Patient And Compassionate

For your loved one with special needs, I can be of great help, I am patient, sweet, charitable, helpful, caring, loving, compassionate. I usually win people's Caribbean easily. I always seek to help according to the condition that the person or Child presents. Open to always learn.
I became a caregiver because I am passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. With three years of experience caring for children of all ages, I am comfortable handling up to four kids at a time, from newborns to preteens. I have worked in the daycare, preschool, behavioral health and special needs setting, as...
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Melissa M.


Overland Park, KS

$10/hr

Available for Full Time or Part Time

I honestly have not had any experience getting to care for special needs children but I had a friend from college who had Asperger's syndrome. I also took a college class on teaching children with various special needs. I have a special place in my heart for those children. I know they are "different" but their life is just as...
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Kaycee K.


Overland Park, KS

$15-28/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing Sitter And Child Lover

Hi, I'm Kaycee! I am a senior at the University of Kansas. I have 10+ years of experience in babysitting and absolutely love enriching the lives of kids. I am CPR and First Aid certified as well as water safety. I was a swim instructor for 4 years and can help with Swimming Supervision. I love kids of all ages and enjoy working...
Kaycee can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

My senior year of high school I got my CNA from JCCC. In that I got my CPR certificate and my BLS. I also worked for YMCA and in that I have had the chance to hang out with some different kids with disabilities and I always feel drawn to them and love hanging out with them!
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Halle G.


Lenexa, KS

$16/hr4 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Halle I go to Kansas State University and I am studying to be an Elementary teacher with an emphasis on special education! I have worked with students with special needs the past two summer for the Olathe Public schools. I am also a para in the Manhattan School district. At KSU, I am the philanthropy and...
Halle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Heather S.


Overland Park, KS

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

Care Giver

I have been working in the world of finance for over 20 years. I have 3 grown children of my own and a 4 yr old niece that is the highlight of my move back here. I am currently looking for positions that will make me feel what I'm doing has a purpose. I really enjoy working with kids, individuals with disabilities and the...
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Halle G.


Lenexa, KS

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Special Education

I am studying to be a Elementary Teacher at Kansas State University. I have taught summer school for the Olathe Public Schools for the past 2 summers. I have worked with many different children with special needs including autism, Down syndrome, resource, and much more. I also am a para in the Manhattan school district while...
I am in Grad school at KU. I have nannied and babysat since I was in 7th grade. I have experience with multiple kids, special needs kids, and babies. I have cared for children for multiple days overnight, drove kids to activities and school, and can help out around the house. I am a safe and careful driver. I am also very...
Kyndal can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Olathe, KS

Ashethia P.

5.0

Ashethia is amazing. She has years of experience working with special needs kids. She is calm and kind and my son adores her. I am so grateful to have her in my life!

- Muriel G.

Lisa S.

5.0

I have been using Lisa for years. She is the kindest person you will ever meet. She is amazing. My son loves her and so do I. She is very professional, caring, loving. I highly recommend her for any and all of your needs.

- Jennifer H.

Mariah L.

5.0

Mariah has watched my infant daughter several times. She is dependable and communicates very well. She's great with my daughter and is very trustworthy and mature. I highly recommend her!

- Lauren B.

Marla M.

5.0

Marla was amazing with our almost 4 month old. Our daughter was all smiles when I got home, and Marla even got her to take 2 naps (she rarely naps for us)! HIGHLY recommend & will be hiring again!

- Laura S.

Yvonne K.

5.0

Yvonne was an excellent caregiver for my wife who needs extra care with all her daily living activities. Yvonne went above and beyond the required duties in her caring. She was very dependable. My wife and I will definitely consider hiring her again in the future.

- Dave S.

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Ratings for Olathe, KS special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Olathe, KS are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.