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Daisy B.
Valley Park, MO
$15-25/hr • 10 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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I have been working with kids for over 5 year! I've worked with multiples, special needs, and children close in age! Im looking for a full time position to start asap! Please let me know if you're interested in talking further! Thank you!
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a great, experienced Nanny look for a family to care for. I have 10 plus years of experience with caring for children newborn and up. Experience with children with special needs. Knowledgeable in child development and age appropriate learning. Enjoy doing crafts, outside time, field trips, music time.
Carey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Carey is a wonderful caretaker and loves children! She is engaging, loving and reliable. She was great about adhering to the schedules we wanted for our kids and updating us on how the day went. She is very communicative via text throughout the day for check ins....
Whitney S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with psych, currently working with the Alzheimer's Dementia residents I have experience with advanced Alzheimer's dementia certification. I am currently working with down syndrome residents as well with residents who are ambulatory. I have a recent copy of background check upon request.
5.0
"Lisa has been a blessing for our family. We have 2 sons that she takes care of for us before school. One of our sons is a child with Autism, non-verbal, and can be difficult at times. She jumped right in to take the job, and has done an amazing job with our boys....
Katie B.
Mckaela B.
Wildwood, MO
$25-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!! Nice to meet you, my name is McKaela!
Background: High school graduate. Veteran of the United States Army - serving as a medic active duty for 4 years.
Experience:
- Oldest of 6 children
- Babysat throughout high school *ages 4-12*
- Assistant daycare director / room teacher in chesterfield, MO in 2022 *ages 3m -...
Mckaela can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mckaela took excellent care of our baby for many months. She was always very sweet to him and ensured he was safe and well cared for. He would be so excited to see her everyday and I felt very assured that he was in great hands in my absence. She still sits for us...
Care member
Kathleen B.
Saint Louis, MO
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time, Full-Time, Live-In/Live-Out Caregiver Available
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a school teacher (BA in Education and Musical Theatre from Fontbonne University in St. Louis, Missouri) who has been caring for children of all ages and abilities (infant care, special needs care, etc.) in California since 1989.
I'm a children's book author and illustrator, musical composer, and former dance and theatre...
Kathleen can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Though Kathleen hasn't babysat for us yet, I can tell she would be amazing for our children (and our family). During the interview alone she gave us some helpful tips on how to get our girls and our house back on track by integrating some time saving strategies and...
Jennifer B.
5.0
(1)
I worked in an ABA school with children for severe behavioral disorders. My particular child was non-verbal and autistic. I have worked with children with developmental delays, as well as children with feeding tubes and oxygen.
5.0
"I offered a Position and she promptly acknowledges, which shows me she is a very considerate and dependable type of person. I appreciate that she took the time to let me know she was not available for the times I needed. the first impression does matter. even if it...
Darsey K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Lisa , I am originally from Kirkwood/St Louis . I currently work as an Occupational Therapy practitioner full time and looking for side jobs. I currently reside in Fenton and will be relocating to hillsboro in May. I also have a strong background in caregiving and special needs care for both adults and children. I...
Lisa can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, dementia, personal care
Kelly M.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
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...
5.0
"Kelly is very caring and has tons of patience. She has been an adult companion to our adult special needs child for the last 2 1/2 years.
My daughter loves her and cannot wait to see her. I would highly recommend her to care for anyone especially those with...
Janelle R.
5.0
(3)
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a mom of 3 grown children and only one living at home. I'm looking for part time during the summer for a few hours and preferably in my area. I work full time as a paraprofessional and a substitute teacher for the Special School District in Rockwood. I've also worked as a Pre-K teacher for 8 years. I love kids! I'm fun,...
Debbie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Debbie stayed with our older kids for four days and three nights and was amazing. She is very trustworthy, kind and professional. She got our kids up and ready for school and got them to their various activities/sports after school hours. She also prepared dinners...
Marla W.
Rachel S.
High Ridge, MO
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Moderate / Sever Special Education Teaching Credential Student
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently in the moderate / severe teaching credential program at CSUF. I have experience with students with disabilities as a volunteer at church and as an aide in a classroom in the PYLUSD District. I have also taken quite a few Special Education classes for my previous Bachelor's degree and currently in my credential...
5.0
"Rachel is absolutely delightful! I hired her as a direct support person for my 19-year-old son who has Non-Verbal Autism and challenging behaviors. She jumped right in, eager to learn and lend a much-needed hand. She took direction well, asked good questions, was...
Kristen L.
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is absolutely fantastic! Wonderful with my 2 boys! Always reliable and conscientious. You won't find a better one!"
Katherine T.
Suzanne B.
High Ridge, MO
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have assisted a family with a special needs child. mostly have delay with Asperger, add, apraxic and ocd children.
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
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, creative and fun.
I like working with kids because they bring me purpose, joy and personal growth.
I started working with kids when I was a teacher's aide in a special needs classroom in 2014.
In my spare time, I enjoy doing creative activities with my children, painting and...
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...
I am the youngest of five and have experience with a brother with special needs. I have been babysitting (all ages) since I was 15 and spent a summer working at a full-time summer camp caring for a cabin of kids, so I can handle a little chaos! There I was lifeguard, CPR, and first aid certified.
I look forward to hearing...
Lucy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Emily H.
Fenton, MO
$15-20/hr
Hi! I am a very positive, enthusiastic person who loves learning and adapting to new situations.
This summer, I worked with 3 children. A little girl I was with had a similar condition to Cerebral Palsy. I was in charge of all of her care from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. This included diaper changing, lifting her out and into her chair,...
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I'm a passionate and experienced childcare provider with a 20-year track record of fostering children's growth and development. My creative and friendly nature allows me to establish a rapport with children, creating a nurturing environment where they thrive. I believe in open communication with parents, providing daily written...
Juliet can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Valley Park, MO
Carey E.
5.0
As a first time Mom, relinquishing the care of my newborn child was the scariest thing I could have imagined. After interviewing 10+ nannies, I found Carey on Care.com. As a career nanny, she had the perfect amount of experience, maturity, knowledge and professionalism that I was looking for. But...
- Blair S.
Lisa A.
5.0
Lisa has been a blessing for our family. We have 2 sons that she takes care of for us before school. One of our sons is a child with Autism, non-verbal, and can be difficult at times. She jumped right in to take the job, and has done an amazing job with our boys. She even drives our other son to...
- Katie B.
Mckaela B.
5.0
Mckaela took excellent care of our baby for many months. She was always very sweet to him and ensured he was safe and well cared for. He would be so excited to see her everyday and I felt very assured that he was in great hands in my absence. She still sits for us occasionally. I highly recommend...
- Care member
Kathleen B.
5.0
Kathleen has watched our two children, ages 5 and 7, providing pick up from school to our home. Our family loved her! She provided excellent, engaging and thoughtful care including art, music and game activities. Kathleen is not just a babysitter, she is definitely an expert at child care. We miss...
- Luci N.
Mary D.
5.0
I offered a Position and she promptly acknowledges, which shows me she is a very considerate and dependable type of person. I appreciate that she took the time to let me know she was not available for the times I needed. the first impression does matter. even if it is just by messaging. Thank you...
- Darsey K.
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