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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Overland Park, KS

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Overland Park, KS

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Yvonne K.


Overland Park, KS

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

5.0

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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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Ashethia P.


Overland Park, KS

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

The Daycare Provider You Are Looking For

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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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:

CPR

First Aid

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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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: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Marla is very respectful and good with kids!"

Anne H.

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Paula M.


Overland Park, KS

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny. - Autism Strong

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I worked in a children's psychiatric center for 9 years. I worked with the following Diagnosis.: ADD /ADHD, bipolar disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, Autism. I was a Case Manager for children for the last 6 months. At The Elizabeth Layton Center.
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Isabella M.


Overland Park, KS

$20-28/hr1 yrs exp

My Special Needs Experience!

I have worked with kids and adults with all different types of disabilities at camp barnabas and I've also worked with kids ages 2-12 working with in home Aba services and I absolutely loved it!
Hello friends here is a bit of information about myself and my experience as a caregiver. Name : Chimene Age: 23 Experience: Hoyer/Lift. Ambulation / wheelchair/ feeding / dressing / shower/ med reminder. Experience: Parkinson's disease/ Alzheimer's disease/ Dementia/ Quadriplegic. YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 6YRS as caregiver 4 YRS...
My name is Nakeisha I am a current student at jccc studying nursing. I have worked for group home agencies for 4 years being lead staff and house managers. I love kids and have a natural loving nature. I love to stay active and positive I am looking for more paid experience with children to add to my resume.
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Sheila S.


Overland Park, KS

$10-50/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking for After School/Part Time

I am a special education major and have been placed in different class rooms to work with child with special needs.
I had two special needs children in my classroom whenever I was a two's room teacher at the daycare. One had Autism with hemophilia. The other child had Down syndrome. I feel that I am a caring soul and care about children and I see their potential. I look at each child differently and fall in love with the different...
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Caitlin S.


Overland Park, KS

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello! I have just wrapped up my first year at a University. I am double majoring in speech language hearing and applied behavioral science. I started working at program in the campus and I've loved every minute of it! Working with the kids there is actually what made me add the double major of applied behavioral science to my...
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Ashley H.


Overland Park, KS

$8-50/hr6 yrs exp

About Me

I'd describe my personality as passionate, funny, and kind! I like caring for people with special needs because I like making sure everyone is included in everything. It brings me so much joy when kids are able to smile, laugh, play games and just have a good time. I started caring for people with special needs when I was in...
Hi there! My name is Jonna and I have found the jobs most rewarding to me have been the ones where I got to love on kids. I'm creative, calm, adventurous, and kind. I would love to chat with you about your families needs!
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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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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Amanda S.


Overland Park, KS

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I've been babysitting and care giving for about three years and have worked with children and adults with: ADHD, Asperger, Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and Severe Developmental Disabilities.
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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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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.
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Krystina E.


Overland Park, KS

$12-19/hr2 yrs exp

Get To Know Me!

Hi! I'm a student at KU, currently studying human biology with a concentration in applied behavioral sciences. Through this concentration, I get to study the development of disabilities, something I've been passionate about for years. I've worked with individuals with special needs through the peer tutoring program since 7th...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Overland Park, KS

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.

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.

Ashethia P.

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 use her again!

- Jennifer B.

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.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Overland Park, KS are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.