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168 special needs caregivers are listed in Saint Louis, MO

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Saint Louis, MO

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Abigail B.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Fun And Creative Sitter!

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As the oldest of five kids, I've been around kids my whole life. I started babysitting for people outside my family at the age of 12, and have continued on since then! I have experience with children with special needs, multiples, and large numbers of kids! I have a passion for inspiring creativity in kids and encouraging them...
Abigail can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I love how much she enjoys my children. She has a calm and also fun sense about her. I often came home to cakes made and fun had."

Courtney D.

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Madeline T.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting and nannying for 10 years now. I have experience with all age ranges as well. I have been babysitting my cousins (ages 5 and 7) since they were born as well as some family friends with three boys (ages 5, 5, and 8). I also nannied for two different families. One with a 3 months old girl and another with...
Madeline can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is absolutely fantastic! Wonderful with my 2 boys! Always reliable and conscientious. You won't find a better one!"

Katherine T.

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Jessie E.


Saint Louis, MO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Newborn Care Specialist With Over 10 Years Of Experience

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a dedicated nanny and certified Newborn Care Specialist with extensive experience caring for children, including twins and those with special needs. As a night nurse, I've provided invaluable support during overnight hours. I'm also a certified Water Safety Instructor, focusing on swim safety skills. With up-to-date infant...
Jessie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is great and super helpful to us as a night nurse for our newborn!"

Caroline B.

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Janet K.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Full To Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified Early Childhood and Elementary teacher who is retired. My expertise is working with infants, toddlers, and young children. I have experience working with children with special needs and developmental delays. I have worked with children and their families in the school setting and providing quality care for...
Janet can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I called Janet at 9 pm (the night before) to babysit the following morning beginning at 7 am. She was extremely pleasant and very easy to work with in terms of availability/flexibility (which was VERY MUCH APPRECIATED). She spent 8.5 hours with my 4 year old...

Marla S.

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Alyssa L.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver, Babysitter, Housekeeper

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! are you looking for a part-time caregiver, babysitter, or simply someone to keep the children entertained? look no further! I am familiar with caring for children ranging from infant to 16 years of age. I truly enjoy caring for children and learning about their individual personalities. I have to admit I am a bit of a...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alyssa is very good with kids. Great personality, and dependable."

Roberto H.

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Ramanda B.


Saint Louis, MO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny & Family Assistant

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Currently available for occasional nanny hours in the Saint Louis, MO area. 12+ years of experience, including coaching, expressive therapies with children, and infant care. I have worked with ages birth-18 and am well versed in infant care and non-medical special needs. I have experience with little one's activities such as...
Ramanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ramanda is a true blessing! She took care of our one year old and still does occasionally. She taught our son so much and I always feel safe and have trusted her since day one. She gives constant updates and makes sure your child is happy and learning. I had a hard...

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Kelsey K.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Prior to my Chicago move, I was in grad school at NCSU for Social Work. I nannied for two families during that time (almost 3 years)-- one during the day and the other a few days a week after school and at night. I spent the rest of my time in class or at my internship at Duke Hospital. Prior to that, I was a middle and high...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My son loved her so much he immediately wanted her to babysit again :)"

Maya S.

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Emily M.


Saint Louis, MO

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver With Special Needs Experience

Hello! My name is Emily, I am a 2019 graduate of Arizona State with a degree in psychology focusing on childhood and adolescent development. Since then I've worked as an educator and behavioral therapist for kids with autism and their neurotypical peers in their classroom. Once COVID protocols shut down the classroom I was...
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Sofia V.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Care Aid For Special Needs

I've worked as a direct care aid for a year and have experience working with adults who have severe mental delays, impaired mobility, along with health issues. Which includes but not limited to food preparation, feeding, monitoring, charting, daily grooming and preparation, and engaging in sensory activities. I'm caring,...
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Jennifer H.


Saint Louis, MO

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Teacher Available to Tutor, Baby-sit, or Nanny

I believe that every child possesses unique talents and gifts. Those with special needs are often more determined and have to work harder than those without special needs. I hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology, a master's in Elementary Education, and certification in Early Childhood Education. I have worked for 10 years in...
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Brittney T.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-30/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny/Caregiver Available

I am a very dependable, personable, organized, and kind person. I have years of experience caring for children and persons with various disabilities, handicaps, and disorders, including but not limited to: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Asperger's, Tourette's, the elderly, ADD/ADHD, mental disorders, Alzheimer's/dementia, and much...
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Ashley B.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

I am an Occupational Therapy Assistant. I am currently in a weekend graduate program to obtain my masters in Occupational Therapy. I have worked as a para and OTA in a school based setting for the last 3 years. I also have experience as a transition advisor for teens with developmental delays. I am very passionate about helping...
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Salicia B.


Saint Louis, MO

$8-15/hr10 yrs exp

Hard Working Individual, Looking For Special Needs Or Senior Care Work.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Currently, I work as a Supervisor at Barnes Jewish Hospital for three years. I have more than 30 years working with children and adults with autism, Alzheimer's, dementia, and developmental disabilities. My duties included cooking, cleaning, job coaching, administering medications, behavior modification, community activities,...
I am currently teacher but I have nannied for the last few years. I'm looking for the opportunity to help a family while I finish school.
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Danielle K.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Dependable Registered Nurse With Experience In Special Needs

Hello! I am have lots of experience with special needs as I have a brother with Autism who I have helped with my entire life. I am also a registered nurse with 5+ years of experience. With that being said, I am reliable, patient, outgoing, and can also help with mobility and any medical care needed.
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Maggie S.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-25/hr9 yrs exp

Special Needs

I graduated from Mizzou with my bachelor's in nursing and I am a registered nurse in Missouri. I spent 3 years as a tech at a Children's Hospital then a year as a nurse there in float pool so I worked with everything from diabetes, to feeding tubes to broviacs and ports, to neurological conditions such as CP and seizure...
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Rebecca C.


Saint Louis, MO

$22-28/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I am a passionate and patient caregiver of 15 years. I primarily worked with a senior who had severe disabilities. I would take care of her at her home where I was responsible for taking her to appointments, running errands, doing laundry, going grocery shopping, light housekeeping, bathing, meal prep, and essential...
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Jennifer N.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I Have All What It Takes, To Care For The Special Need Groups

I was a residential rehabilitation counselor working with AHRC, visiting people's home to offer services to the special needs people, and a paraprofessional working with public schools, in district 75 with the special needs population. I'm a voice to the voiceless and an advocate to the the most vulnerable group of people.
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Juliet S.


Saint Louis, MO

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Special Educator

Happy to help support your loved one with special needs. Certified K-12 special educator at your service. Learning disabilities, cognitive disabilities, ADD, ADHD, autism, and more.
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Emily E.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Date Night Babysitting By Special Education Teacher!

I have been teaching students with special needs for the past 9 years, but have 15 years experience working with individuals with a variety of special needs. I have experience with Autism, Emotional Disturbance, Intellectual Disability, sensory concerns, non-verbal, and severe aggression. I am available for date night and...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Saint Louis, MO

Abigail B.

5.0

My three daughters adore Abby. She has cared for them on many occasions (from the time they were very little) and is still their favorite babysitter to date. She is creative, caring, fun, and responsible and we would highly recommend her to any family we know (and have on more than one occasion!).

- Courtney P.

Madeline T.

5.0

She is absolutely fantastic! Wonderful with my 2 boys! Always reliable and conscientious. You won't find a better one!

- Katherine T.

Jessie E.

5.0

She is great and super helpful to us as a night nurse for our newborn!

- Caroline B.

Janet K.

5.0

Janet became our full time nanny when our daughter was about 14 weeks old. My husband and I had just moved to St. Louis from Europe and I we were both starting (or had just started) new jobs. Our baby was still very colicky at this time and I was nursing her full time, pumping at work. Janet's...

- Alba B.

Alyssa L.

5.0

Alyssa is an Amazing baby sitter! We were fortunate to find her and have her as our primary sitter/nanny for over a year while in Las Cruces. The only sad part about our family moving to Dallas is that we can't bring Alyssa along. She not only watched our kids but became an integral part of theirs...

- Victor C.

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Ratings for Saint Louis, MO special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.9 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Saint Louis, MO are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 112 reviews of the 168 listed special needs caregivers.