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Jordan C.


Lees Summit, MO

$25-35/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children since I was 15 years old. I have always worked within my church nursery growing up and have also worked for the state of Kansas through Labette Mental Health and also Riverton Mental Health with children who were special needs. I have worked part time as a teacher at the Goddard school with...
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Jordan has been a real pleasure to know. She has a positive, confident attitude. She is very good about communicating via text or email and showing up on time. She was comfortable and capable while taking care of my special needs son. I would highly recommend her."

Erin R.

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Larry J.


Lees Summit, MO

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I grew up with my autistic brother. He never had a drivers license and walked everywhere or rode a bike. One particular snowy night he was walking home from Walmart on a street that had no sidewalks. A pickup with a snow plow on the front hit my brother a knocked him into a deep ditch. He was life-flighted to Kansas City where...
5.0
"I can't praise Larry enough. He is a Gem!!! He helped us with our adult son with autism, transport to and from work and to activities and helped us when I went out of town. Even let our little old dog out when needed. Larry is a gentleman and extremely friendly and...

Regina Y.

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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, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, 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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Christina B.


Kansas City, MO

$10-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children and adults with special needs. I have worked in group homes, residential units and schools. I enjoy working with this population and love being able to help them live the best lives they can.
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Rut P.


Grandview, MO

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have been a nanny for a family with four children. During this time, I cared for a 6-year-old with Down Syndrome and an 8-year-old with ADHD as well as their 4-year-old brother and 2-year-old sister. I am studying nursing and feel comfortable working with children with special needs and providing personalized care to them. I...
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Christy S.


Louisburg, KS

$10-15/hr20 yrs exp

I Am Looking For Part Time Work

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently looking for a nanny position. I have worked in child care most of my adult life . I have helped raise many children, some of whom have special needs. My husband and I have two children of our own, a 25-year-old son and a 22-year-old daughter. We have raised them to be mature and independent young people. I really...
Christy can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Christy is currently working for us on Mondays and Tuesdays and was doing Wednesdays. She has been doing a great job with my 15 month old son. He is always clean, fed and happy. He is very active and does not watch television, so this is a big task because he is...

Erin M.

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Rachel B.


Stilwell, KS

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a professional nanny/babysitter and I take pride in providing exceptional care. I have 20+ years of childcare experience. My experience includes nannying/babysitting in-home for infants through age 12. In addition to nannying and babysitting, I have taught in the preschool setting for eight years teaching...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

3.0
"Rachel worked with my family for a couple of months. She was great with our infant son and a lovely person with good perspective on kids and motherhood. I was disappointed when she quit the job via text without proper notice. I thought we had a better relationship...

Shantelle W.

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Rocio S.


Grandview, MO

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have about 20 yrs of experience with children. I am also CPR, First Aid certified. I started babysitting with watching my brother, at age 13, watching my 6mon old cousin, and continued from there. Moving forward I have mostly worked with infants and toddlers. I've even been called, the baby whisperer. I love it, seeing them...
Rocio can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My daughter (20 months) loves Rocio! That says everything really. Rocio is a great communicator and let me know of any issues as they arose. She is also very attentive, would color and draw with sidewalk chalk with my daughter, took my daughter outside every day...

Anne P.

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Araceli G.


Kansas City, MO

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience taking care of clients that have dementia, Alzheimer's and Schizophrenia. I have CNA license and experience. I also took care of visually impaired clients as well as clients who are quadriplegic.
5.0
"Araceli is a model caretaker! I have worked in the Healthcare industry. I know what professionalism looks like, and Araceli has it. She confirmed the morning of...then arrived on time. Araceli has a positive attitude when asked to do a task. Worked while we...

Karyn M.

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Stephanie M.


Leawood, KS

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse Providing Special Needs Service

Hi! I'm an RN who would love to care for your special person. I have experience with children with learning challenges, with patients who have had physical and mental disabilities of all sorts and I'm confident I can help you out. My background is one of a home health care nurse for 8 years, Hospital Critical Care and Float...
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Rut P.


Grandview, MO

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Does Anyone Needs A Nanny/Caregiver On Saturdays ?

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Rut (sounds like Root) I have been a full-time nanny for the past 6 years and am looking for a nanny/babysitting position. I am 28 years old and a college student. The families I have worked for have called me outgoing, creative, responsible and caring. I have experience with kids ages 3 months to 12 years. I also...
Rut can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rut has worked with our family for the last 18 months and has provided excellent and exceptional care for my three children: 10 year old girl, 6 year old boy, and 4 year old autistic girl. Rut has become a part of our family. She has engaged our kids with fun and...

Dana J.

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Maryellen D.


Lees Summit, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Highlights: - Recently vaccinated for the current Covid and flu strains. - My passion is working with children and families. - Kindness is my cornerstone. - Extensive experience with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary ages. - Over 10 years of experience as a caregiver. - Certified in First Aid and CPR/AED for...
Maryellen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"We cannot recommend Maryellen highly enough! From our initial interview to the many times she has cared for our children, she has felt like a member of our family. Not only is she punctual, qualified, and kind-but she is incredibly thoughtful and so playful with...

Andrea E.

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Holly B.


East Lynne, MO

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hard Working Trust Worthy CNA

Looking for a part time or PRN style job. I am kind, caring, and hard working. CPR certified. I have 13 years experience in long term care. I have 3 year's experience in home health care. I am familiar and comfortable caring for adults with special needs, dementia, and Alzheimer's .
Holly can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Special Education Teacher with kids for 3 year. Former daily support individual for Foster Adopt Connect providing trauma-informed practices. Former Daily Support Person with adult group homes providing care for adults with special needs.
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Hello! I am a 23-year-old Jccc student in overland park, ks. I am willing to travel I have my own transportation and am currently looking for babysitting jobs and part time hours. I currently work at a group home company for special needs adults. I am looking for part time hours on weekends but am very flexible. I would love to...
Nakeisha can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Andrea M.


Kansas City, MO

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider (babysitter)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Andrea. A little about me is, I have over 15 years experience caring for children! After high school, I work at an elementary school as a pre-k teachers aide and I have a 4-year-old son. I am a certified cna/caregiver, know CPR/ life saving manuevers, have worked with children with special needs, non smoker,...
Andrea can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I am a dedicated, compassionate, and experienced nanny with over 10 years of childcare experience, specializing in premature newborns, children with special needs, and families requiring travel support. I have a well-rounded background that includes working as a one-on-one special needs aide and a classroom assistant, where I...
Makayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hi there! A little bit about me. I've been babysitting for 15+ years and nannied for about 4 total years. Also have 4+ years experience with special needs children and adults. With the adults I worked with a variety of needs, including home care, medical care, activity planning and providing care/support. With the children I was...
Kathryn can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Rebecca L.


Lees Summit, MO

$13-20/hr

I Worked With Some Special Needs Students In Highschool And Loved It.

I worked with some special needs students in highschool and loved it. I worked in a before and after school program that also allowed me to work with them more! Im a fast learner, and love all kids! Please consider me to learn, and help you out too! I didn't attend college but I would've loved to continue this career path.
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Holly B.


East Lynne, MO

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Looking for a part time or PRN style job. I am CPR certified. I have 16+ years experience in childcare. I have 3 children of my own as well as 1 child that is special needs. I have been working with MO Schools for the Severely Disabled for the past 2 years. I have a passion for helping children with special needs. I also...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Peculiar, MO

Jordan C.

5.0

Jordan has been a real pleasure to know. She has a positive, confident attitude. She is very good about communicating via text or email and showing up on time. She was comfortable and capable while taking care of my special needs son. I would highly recommend her.

- Erin R.

Larry J.

5.0

Larry is a great guy & really helped me out. Being single with no family in town I was always concerned about what I would do if I ever needed a surgery driver. Larry provided early morning transportation to my surgery & got me home in good shape. Larry was in touch with me the night before...

- Paul M.

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.

Christy S.

5.0

Christy is currently working for us on Mondays and Tuesdays and was doing Wednesdays. She has been doing a great job with my 15 month old son. He is always clean, fed and happy. He is very active and does not watch television, so this is a big task because he is always on the move. She has much...

- Erin M.

Rachel B.

3.0

Rachel worked with my family for a couple of months. She was great with our infant son and a lovely person with good perspective on kids and motherhood. I was disappointed when she quit the job via text without proper notice. I thought we had a better relationship than that.

- Shantelle W.

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