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Special needs caregivers in Oskaloosa, KS

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Brianna B.


Oskaloosa, KS

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Adventurous Sitter

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Hi, I'm 21 years old and a graduate student at KU in Educational Psychology and Research. I have an abundance of experience caring for children ranging from newborns to special needs. I love doing crafts, being creative, playing outside, and helping with homework!
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
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Adrianna M.


Lawrence, KS

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

I have done long term care and currently work in a NICU. I am comfortable with pretty much everything that involves care for other people and am willing to talk about what needs someone may be looking for! I also have experience with adults and children with special needs!
Adrianna can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, transportation, respite care, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

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Mackenzie R.


Lawrence, KS

$10-50/hr7 yrs exp

Mackenzie R, From Lawrence, Kansas

I'm extremely flexible, dependable, and have years of experience with children of all ages! I'm able to help with school work, crafts, meals, pets, bedtime, and transportation. I have my own car and a very flexible school schedule. I have experience with newborns and kids with special needs as well. My latest job experiences...
Mackenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Celina E.


Leavenworth, KS

$10/hr10 yrs exp

Evening Babysitter, Date Night, Moms Night Out With The Girls.

I worked as a nanny for seven years while attending high school/undergrad school. I am currently a board certified behavior analyst with Family First Center for Autism and child development. I care for special needs kids every day and love my job. I have two small daughter's that I would love to take on a Disney cruise and would...
Celina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
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Steven H.


Leavenworth, KS

$10-15/hr

Part-time Caregiver

I grew up with my wonderful nephew, who has down syndrome. HE was born in 2006 when I was 10, and through the years I began volunteering at the Down Syndrom Association of Houston. Interacting with children and adults who have down syndrome. I am able to interact well with children or adults with different abilities. I am...
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Mckenzie S.


Lawrence, KS

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Certified Nurse Aid

Seniors have a very special place in my heart. During my two years of CNA experience, I've learned more valuable life lessons than all other years of my life combined. I think it is so important to interact with every resident with kindness, respect, and compassion. Each person I care for has an entire lifetime of memories to...
Mckenzie can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

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Kayleigh D.


Lawrence, KS

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs individuals for 6 years, enjoy helping these individuals have a voice, and am in many KU classes for disabilities and how to care for a range of different types. I am currently working towards becoming a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) and have many years of working with kids.
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Celina E.


Leavenworth, KS

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

BCBA

I am a Board Certified Behavior analyst and have experience with autism, downs syndrome, eating disorders, pervasive developmental disorder, ODD, ADHD and many more acronyms that are associated with our friends needing additional care.
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Emily M.


Lawrence, KS

$15-16/hr2 yrs exp

Child Care

Hi! I am a college student who is looking for something either part or full time. I am a caring, patient, friendly and easy going person and am very flexible. I love working with kids and have been working with them for about two years. I grew up babysitting and volunteering within the Special Needs community as well as helping...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Leah A.


Lawrence, KS

$12-17/hr4 yrs exp

Occasional Night Out Or Daytime Babysitter

I am the oldest of three children with my youngest brother being 9 years younger than myself. I have been babysitting for other families since I was 13. I have am certified in CPR and first aid, and have worked as a lifeguard and swim instructor. I have experience with special needs children.
Leah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Haylee K.


Lawrence, KS

$16-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hello!! My name is Haylee !! I am looking for a job where I can help out people with disabilities because I am super passionate about it and love being around them and putting a smile on their face and of course they always put a smile on mine!! I am wanting to go into pediatric occupational therapy once I graduate college so I...
My focus of emphasis, at Washburn, was in Adaptive Special Education. I received various coursework over properly working with students of special needs along with an eight-week student teaching internship working with a K-3 Elementary SPED teacher at a school in Lawrence, KS. I also plan to obtain a master's in Special...
Part-time Caregiver Available On Weekends I am currently a senior at the University of Kansas, majoring in Unified Early Childhood Education with a specialization in Special Education.
People with special needs are truly amazing. I believe they are all capable of accomplishing so much. I love helping them achieve great heights! I currently work through Helper's Inc. every Thursday. I care for a child with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their own home while their parents are at work. I assist...
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Natalie S.


Lawrence, KS

$8-23/hr10 yrs exp

Hi

Hello! I'm a 41-year-old mother of two with extensive experience in special needs classrooms as well as in healthcare. I have worked as a CNA on and off since 2005, and have experience in geriatric care, as well as psych, having worked both adult and adolescent units. I am currently pursuing my BSN online, and am looking for...
Natalie can also help with: Transportation, respite care, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

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Natalie S.


Lawrence, KS

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Hi

Hello! I'm a 41-year-old mother of two with extensive experience in special needs classrooms as well as in healthcare. I have worked as a CNA on and off since 2005, and have experience in geriatric care, as well as psych, having worked both adult and adolescent units. I am currently pursuing my BSN online, and am looking for...
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

Hi! I'm Elizabeth! I'm currently a junior at KU! I have experience working with children for 5 years now. In the past year, I have been a nanny for a family with 5 kids ranging ages 5-16, back in my hometown, over KU's breaks. I also work part-time in Lawrence at a church as a caregiver! From this job, I have worked with...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kristen S.


Lawrence, KS

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Child Development Grad W/ Loads Of Childcare Experience Looking To Babysit

I have a bachelors degree in child development and worked with children for several years, including children with special needs. I used to teach preschool and was a nanny for several years before, during, and after college. At one time, I nannied for a family of 8 kids! I am currently a law student at KU and am looking to find...
Kristen can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Randi S.


Leavenworth, KS

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Caretaker, Companion

Hi! My name is Randi. I work caring for adults with special needs at a small group home in Overland Park two days a week and am interested in working closer to home (Leavenworth) on a part time basis on my other days. About me: I am a Christian and active member of my church. I majored in art and minored in psychology in...
Randi can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, respite care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
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Cierra C.


Lawrence, KS

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Enthusiastic And Responsible Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Three years of full time nanny experience. 10+ years of babysitting and teaching children swim lessons. Lovingly cooked, cleaned, played with, transported, educated and cared for 3 families (full time) with children from 1 month to 9 years old. Carefully followed parent's instructions regarding schedule, chores, discipline,...
Cierra can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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