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Sydney S.


Festus, MO

$15/hr1 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as patient, creative, and kind. It's important to me that those around me feel safe in my presence. I grew up taking care of my three younger siblings, and I have a passion for working with special needs individuals. My patience has been an advantage. I love creative tasks, such as making jewelry,...
Sydney can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
I am the oldest sibling of three girls, and one has special needs, which is autism. I am a full-time college student online. I have no problems running errands when need be and keeping up with the house. I love working with kids because it reminds me of taking care of my sisters. I love to have fun, do arts and crafts, and much...
Claudia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Daisy B.


Valley Park, MO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare/Nanny, Elder/Companion Care, Pet Care/Sitting Services

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

-Babysitting since the age of 12. -Nanny throughout high school and college. -Infant/child CPR certified, etc. College background of ECE and Biology. -Comfortable with multiples and special needs children. I have a large amount experience working with children on the autism spectrum. I am a coach for the Special Olympics SUP...
Daisy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kathryn R.


High Ridge, MO

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Experienced Teacher/Housekeeper

My name is Kathy and I have worked as a child and adult care professional for over 30 years . I started my career as a restaurant manager, and after having children, started working in child care. I have experience working with special needs children, and with infants through school agers. I am currently a personal housekeeper...
Kathryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Melissa M.


Fenton, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Childcare Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children for 20+ years, ranging from infant through school age. I have experience with multiples and children with special needs. I have worked in many different childcare settings from a preschool, to owning my own in home daycare, to being a nanny.
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Chelsea V.


Arnold, MO

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available Immediately

I am a Mom to a wonderful 5-year-old non-verbal autistic boy! Due to his needs, I am only accepting positions that allow sitting in my own home as I have sensory toys/activities, baby proof residence, and live on 5 acres so plenty of space! I have extensive experience with special needs children as well as children raging from...
Chelsea can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Beth L.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

I have been a special education para for 3 years. I work in a high school setting! I can't wait to hear from you !
I am lovable, energetic, love to have fun. I have a 8-year-old myself that brings me so much joy and happiness . so I know the ins and outs with kids. I am also willing to take the time out to spend time and watch kids and help with senior care . I have experience with watching two kids over the summer, who I also can give to...
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Chloe B.


Arnold, MO

$8-50/hr4 yrs exp

My names Chloe and I'm 22 years old. I have been babysitting as long as I can remember! Starting out with my 3 special needs cousins who have taught me patience and that all kids require different things. I was also my grandmas full time caretaker for about a year. Then I was a nanny for 2 kids 5 days a week with over nights for...
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Allison M.


Saint Louis, MO

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For A Babysitter?

Hello! My name is Ally and I am 29 years young. I am currently living in the Affton area and am seeking babysitting jobs to do in my free time to make an extra income and also because I love children! I am available pretty much any time you may need me. Whether that be overnight, day time, or evening time. I am very flexible. I...
Allison can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Tammy W.


Waterloo, IL

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I am off from teaching high school in Missouri for the summer. I am a certified special education teacher. I have experience working with kids with special needs at all levels. My two children will be going into 8th and 9th grade at Waterloo in the Fall. We have dogs and cats. I have been around other animals, too. I like...
Tammy can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I started caring for children over 20 years, ago. Luckily, I found the opportunity of caregiving as a passion at a young age. I recently was a Special Education Paraprofessional at a charter school. This was my 5th year working with special needs, and as a Substitute Teacher in long-term assignments with the Special...
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Abby, I am 24 years old and graduated from Rockhurst University in May 2023. I am a licensed EMT and have a plethora of medical and childcare backgrounds. I have provided respite care for groups and individuals for around 8 years off and on. The majority of my experience is in Autism and other developmental and...
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Rylie S.


House Springs, MO

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Experience

I have worked 4 years as a nanny for a special needs child, worked for a guidepost Montessori school with children ages 8 weeks to 4 years, and I have tutored in English for the Sylvan learning center. I love working with children, and I am looking for extra work as a recent college grad just starting my career. I am available...
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Guinevere A.


High Ridge, MO

$8-13/hr

Prior Experience With Dementia

I have taken care of Dementia patients, patients with limited mobility, handicapped patients and patients with special needs.
Guinevere can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, transportation, meal prep
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Sally D.


Fenton, MO

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hi I'm Sally I'm 57 years old been married 34 years. I have 2 grown daughters and I'm a Maw Maw to 4 grandsons. My oldest daughter has special needs and I'm familiar with many special needs. I'm CPR and First Aid Certified. I would love to meet your loved one.
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Ronna S.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-15/hr

Experienced, Seasoned Professional with Social Work and Child Care Experience

I have worked with children with Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, learning difficulties, Asperger's Syndrome, and behavior disorders.
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Sara R.


Saint Louis, MO

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Sitter And Loving Caregiver

Hello, my name is Sara! I am a playful, loving, and trustworthy person. I have 2 years of professional experience, some of that being a daycare teacher, some being a full-time nanny, and some being a one time sitter. I also have about eight months of experience working with special needs children. I have worked with children my...
Sara can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jean W.


House Springs, MO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver And Nanny / Pet Care

I am currently available part time. I am editing this, that I am looking for 2-3 hours in the afternoons in child care. I have 25+ years caring for children including special needs children. I was employed by Special School District for nearly 19 years as a Teacher's Assistant and as a Substitute Teacher. I have 40 years of...
Jean can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kelly M.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I started taking care of special needs kids in grade school. I was a babysitter for a child who was profoundly deaf. She was an infant when I started watching her and I continued with her until she was 10. In high school, I had to have service hours and completed them at a home for special needs children. The home was for...

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