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Cassandra L.


Barnhart, MO

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

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I have over 10 years of experience working with children and adults with developmental disabilities, including autism and behavioral disorders. I also have experience monitoring seizures and feeding via g-tube.
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Kayla L.


Barnhart, MO

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend Sitter

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I have over two decades of experience with children. I became an aunt at 13 and have helped care for my 8 nieces and nephews from the time they were born through teenagers. I also have experience with special needs children through friends and family. I have watched children with downs syndrome, cerebral palsy, gastric tubes,...
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Alexandria W.


Arnold, MO

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Kindergarten And Daycare Teacher

4.0

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I volunteered in a kindergarten classroom for 11 years, working with children that had special needs or had behavior problems. I have worked at a Daycare center for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. I love working with children because it keeps me a child at heart. It can be difficult but with my experience, I am confident...
5.0
"Alexandria was great! We will definitely have her back to watch our little girl again."

Reviewed by Mckenzi L.

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Angela E.


Crystal City, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

4.0

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Years ago I worked with special needs children when I worked at a daycare and left that job to become a private nanny to a little girl with special needs. I still help her out to this day. I m willing to learn anything I m not sure about.
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Alisha M.


Imperial, MO

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Associates Degree In Early Childhood Available Evening And Weekends

5.0

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I currently work for SDD in the fall and nanny a 8-year-old boy on the spectrum. I also care for a 20-year-old with Down syndrome on the weekends. I have experience with the Autism Spectrum, Seizures, ADHD, ADD, Down Syndrome, developmental delays, behavioral plans and other areas of special needs. I taught preschool for 20...
5.0
"Alisha has an upbeat, fun personality, and my 20 year old daughter with special needs loves when they "hang out". I know when they are together my daughter is safe and happy. It took awhile to find her, but...

Reviewed by Jennifer L.

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Marissa M.


Crystal City, MO

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Marissa

4.5

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I have a passion for working with children and families, I was able to discover this at a young age as an oldest sibling and babysitter. This has only been affirmed through become a mom to two. In the past I have worked as a full-time nanny, in afterschool programs, YMCA swimming programs and even working with The Walt Disney...
5.0
"Marissa has taken care of a wide range of ages and has been marvelous with all children. She has taken care of my own, including overnights and longer stays while I was on vacation, as well as we have had her...

Reviewed by Tiffany M.

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Lillie N.


Arnold, MO

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver With CPR Training, Pet Expertise, And Reliable Transportation

5.0

(3)

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Hello, families! I'm excited to introduce myself as a versatile and dependable caregiver available on Care. com. My multifaceted background ensures that your loved ones are in safe and caring hands. With certifications in both adult and child CPR, safety is at the forefront of my caregiving approach. I bring peace of mind...
5.0
"Lillie was caring and took interest in my kiddos needs and checked in about sweets and asked good questions. I was pleased she took her outside and glad to have Lillie there my sick kiddo."

Reviewed by Leilani C.

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Lori P.


Arnold, MO

$20-35/hr

I Love Helping Others!

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My heart is with patient care to elderly. I also have a special needs son who is 24. He is currently in a facility. My other two kids are now adults and are working full time. I have free time to take care of others now.
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Rylie S.


House Springs, MO

$20/hr5 yrs exp

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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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Justin V.


Imperial, MO

$18-32/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Justin

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My name is Justin, and for the last 10+ years, I've worked at and helped run one of the best adult day programs in Missouri. I love helping and guiding seniors and adults with developmental disabilities be their best and live their best lives. I teach life skills and job skills and/or provide companionship. I am patient and...
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Rylie S.


House Springs, MO

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

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I have nannied for a special needs child with autism, Down syndrome, and who is non-verbal for 4 years, and though I do not have much experience in other special needs, I am willing to learn, and I have a very flexible schedule.
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Leslee M.


House Springs, MO

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

RN

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I have been in nursing for 30+ years Worked with all age, care needs. Instructor, supervisor, administrator in work history. I have not had Covid shot. I want to work outside the normal nursing system and do what I enjoy which is taking care of people.
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Miranda A.


Imperial, MO

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello! I'm Miranda. I started babysitting when I was 12 years old. Most of my experience is with babies and toddlers. I have experience working with children and adults who have autism, are nonverbal and multiple other mental and physical disorders/disabilities. I'm very friendly, caring, patient and smoke-free. I have my own...
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Kassie R.


House Springs, MO

$18/hr1 yrs exp

Kassie R.

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I'd describe my personality as energetic, patient, and responsible. I started working with kids when I was younger. I have a little brother and many little cousins I have watched over for several times. During high school I have taught preschoolers small lessons a few times. I have also tutored special needs students one...
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Jean W.


House Springs, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker

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I was a Substitute Teacher/Teacher Assistant with Special School district 2006 - January 2019. Prior to that, 2001-2004, I was full time. I have worked primarily with children with autism. I have accompanied students on community access on various outings to movies, malls, restaurants, and stores. At this time, I am seeking...

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Hello! My name is Kenzie. I was trained and employed at Missouri Veterans Home of Cape Girardeau. A little over a year I worked on the Dementia Unit, caring for and loving residents of all types (mobile, immobile, verbal, non/verbal, continent, incont. etc. I no longer work in the nursing field but in the dental field. I have...
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Susan V.


House Springs, MO

$12-16/hr10 yrs exp

Susan V Children Are A Gift

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I love children of all ages. I love teaching them reading and writing, introducing them to instruments and songs, dance and the outdoors. I was a paraprofessional for 19 years in the public schools, mostly in early childhood with children with special needs. I have also worked with newborns/toddlers in a daycare. I have 8...
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Jean W.


House Springs, MO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver And Nanny / Pet Care

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I am currently available part time.. 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 caring for pets.
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Leslee M.


House Springs, MO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

30 Years RN Experience. CPR. Reliable.

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Experience with mental function decline. Special needs. Experience in Nursing homes, Alzheimer's unit, Nursing Supervisor. Case Management . Caregiver medication class teacher. Not much surprise's me , I am friendly and enjoy stories of others lives. Attentive and engaged. Thank you!
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Lorna M.


Herculaneum, MO

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

10 Yrs With Special Needs Education. Foster Care Special Care

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I have worked over 10 years working with special needs children and teens. Wheel chair reposition or remove. Bathroom. High and low autism. I loved working with the children. I worked with pre k to high school. I helped the child participate in all activities. What fun to see the child enjoy with everyone else.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Barnhart, MO

Alexandria W.

5.0

Alex was very good with my kids over a couple of different times she watched them. Always had innovative and fun things for them to do and was reliable and trustworthy.

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Alisha M.

5.0

Alisha has an upbeat, fun personality, and my 20 year old daughter with special needs loves when they "hang out". I know when they are together my daughter is safe and happy. It took awhile to find her, but Alisha was worth the wait!

- Jennifer L.

Marissa M.

5.0

Marissa has taken care of a wide range of ages and has been marvelous with all children. She has taken care of my own, including overnights and longer stays while I was on vacation, as well as we have had her for group childcare at our church and work functions. She always plans fun, interactive...

- Tiffany M.

Lillie N.

5.0

Lillie has watched my son (and our dog who loves her) for the past few months. She arrives early. She responds to texts promptly and overall she has great communication skills. She has become our go-to sitter and has given this single mom the breaks she has been greatly needing.

- Kathryn B.

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