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168 special needs caregivers are listed in Saint Louis, MO

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Saint Louis, MO

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Taylor M.


Saint Louis, MO

$22/hr3 yrs exp

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5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Taylor and I am looking for a nanny job! I am a para for Columbia Public Schools and work with 3-5-year-olds with special needs, but am moving to St. Louis in early August. Prior, I was a full time nanny to a family in Columbia. I cared for the child from 6 months-2 years. I loved being a nanny and only left due to the...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Taylor has been our full time nanny for over a year watching our daughter from the time she was 8 months old until almost 2 years old. She also watched our 2 golden retrievers during this time and we love her! She has bonded with our family and she's been an...

Kris S.

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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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...

Alba B.

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Nicole G.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Occasional Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name Nicole! I have a lot of experience with children. I started out babysitting when I was 14 years old for many different families. In late high school and early college I worked at a daycare as an assistant teacher in the 3 and 4-year-old classrooms. I worked there for about 2 years. I then was a nanny for a family...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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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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, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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...

Victor C.

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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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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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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...
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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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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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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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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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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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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Hannah S.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Education Student

I am a current undergrad at Vanderbilt University pursuing certification. I have experience taking care of children with ADHD, intellectual disabilities, autism/ASD, developmental delays, and speech delays. I am a compassionate and service-oriented caretaker who delights in kids!
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Lauren M.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Education Teacher Seeking Part Time/Occasional Care Position

I have a degree in Early Childhood Education (with a minor in Early Childhood Special Education). I am also certified by the state of Missouri to teach Early Childhood, Early Childhood Special Education, Elementary Education, and Special Education. I am currently employed as an Early Childhood Special Education teacher with the...
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Molly F.


Saint Louis, MO

$18-22/hr3 yrs exp

Occupational therapy student at St. Louis University looking for a summer position directly supporting people with disabilities. I am passionate about advocating for those marginalized by society, learning new skills from hands-on experience, and creating community wherever I go.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Saint Louis, MO

Taylor M.

5.0

Taylor has been our full time nanny for over a year watching our daughter from the time she was 8 months old until almost 2 years old. She also watched our 2 golden retrievers during this time and we love her! She has bonded with our family and she's been an amazing asset that we wouldn't hesitate...

- Kris S.

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.

Kelsey K.

5.0

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

- Maya S.

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 93 reviews of the 168 listed special needs caregivers.