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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Maryland Heights, MO

The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Maryland Heights, MO

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Melissa P.


Maryland Heights, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Would Love to Be Someone Full Time Caregiver

5.0

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I have work and is still working for the mentally ill. I have been on my job for 28 years. I am train in C. P. Rand First Aid, OIG, have work with people in wheelchairs. I also am train on how to take blood sugars. I love working with the elderly who needs help. I love my Job. Looking for something more one on one. I work with...
5.0
"Melissa is phenomenal. I am a quadriplegic. I travel alone. My wife contacted her to help me. Absolutely professional. I will be using her every time I come to St. Louis. Very grateful for her selflessness and...

Reviewed by Shondell H.

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Jana K.


Maryland Heights, MO

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

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In high school, I volunteered at a place that held dances for people with special needs. It was there that I realized that I wanted to work with that type of community. I'm currently in college and I have decided to go into Social Work. I want to work with children with special needs. In college, I have volunteered with a...
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Jessyca S.


Maryland Heights, MO

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Jessyca and I've been in child care my whole life. I've worked with children with disabilities for years (5 years to be exact). I've also worked with children not on the spectrum as well. I have a degree in Educational Studies with an emphasis in youth and adult development and a minor in education. I have...
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Kayla M.


Maryland Heights, MO

$18-35/hr3 yrs exp

Individual Support Professional

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I am new to St. Louis area, as well as Missouri in general! I am looking to work with adults one on one, while I'm currently working full time at a company. I have mostly worked both professionally and personally with people who are nonverbal. I have experience with administrating medication, nebulizer treatments, colostomy...
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Kelly S.


Maryland Heights, MO

$10-20/hr8 yrs exp

Seeking Summer/occasional Child Care Jobs

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Hello, my name is Kelly and I am currently a Registered Behavior Technician with Special School District, seeking summer/occassional child care jobs! Prior to working for SSD, I was a nanny for four years to twin girls. The majority of my experience is with children ages 0-5, but am more than happy to care for children older...

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I love kids and pets. I am fun, energetic and creative person! Have experience working with kids with special needs!
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Samantha D.


Maryland Heights, MO

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Sam - The Fun Big Sis

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Hey there! I am currently looking for a fun family to hang out with afterschool or for date nights. I am a middle school teacher and absolutely love it. I have previously worked for an after-school and summer camp for students with special needs for five years. I worked as a paraprofessional (1:1 with students with special...
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Elizabeth M.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a dancer, dance instructor, choreographer, and a yoga teacher. I am passionate about the arts and love to bring fun and creativity into the lives of the young people I care for. I kickstarted my childcare experience with babysitting kids. As I gained experience, I began nannying and started teaching dance classes as...
5.0
"She is able to jump in and get to know your kids quickly and easily!"

Reviewed by Brooke H.

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Bonnie C.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I am a 57-year-old woman whose youngest daughter is 32 and has Down syndrome. I also have a 13-year-old grandson who has Asperger's. I worked for four years with the St. Louis ARC, providing jobs as well as coaching for special ed. adults. I also worked at Willow's Way as an ISL employee caring for individuals with special needs...
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Jess B.


Bridgeton, MO

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

5.0

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Hi, I'm Jess! I am 25 years old and am a licensed Esthetician as well as kid lover! As well as helping raise my niece and nephew, I used to babysit for a family of six children, so I know how to handle a lot of kiddos or even kiddos with high energy! I also have experience with children with special needs and newborns. I really...
5.0
"Jessie is a wonderful babysitter and our children love her. She engages them with various activities and play throughout the entire time. And she follows through with the tasks I ask of her. She is very good at...

Reviewed by Nichole J.

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Amanda K.


Saint Charles, MO

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher By Day Babysitter By Night

5.0

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This is my 24th year of teaching, 14 of those years was preschoolers with special needs, 7 years teaching kindergarten. I graduated from Lindenwood University with my Bachelors and UMSL with my Masters both in Early Childhood Special Education. I have 2 adult children and 2 puppies. I enjoy crafts, sewing, swimming, painting,...
5.0
"Great babysitter! She did an excellent job with our newborn twins last few weeks. And bonus, does work around the house when the babies slept. "

Reviewed by Adam O.

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Shantelle B.


Florissant, MO

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For Typical And Special Needs Children

5.0

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Hi my name is Shantelle AKA Tellie. I have over 20 years experience caring for children of all ages from newborn to teenagers. I am also experienced with children with special needs ranging from delayed, developmental, behavioral and physical disabilities like feeding tubes etc.
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"Shantelle was the first person outside of family we left our 2.5 month old daughter with and we had a great experience. Shantelle is warm, kind and punctual. Right when she walked through the door I knew our...

Reviewed by Care member

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Jennifer K.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher Looking For Summer Work

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I have worked as a teacher for over 29 years. I love working will students of all ages, including those with special needs. I have experience working will many types of disabilities, including autism, Cerebral Palsy, Angelman's syndrome and Down's Syndrome. I can also be 'on call' to care for sick children, or do last minute...
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Jennifer K.


Saint Louis, MO

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Including Special Needs

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I am available for part time child care. I have experience with all ages, and with special needs children.
5.0
"Jennifer took care of my 9 year old son with nonverbal Autism. She is a wonderful person, mature, punctual and dependable. She is genuine and truly cares for the child and the family."

Reviewed by Reshmi D.

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Paige G.


Florissant, MO

$18-22/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi! My name is Paige. I have 5 years of childcare experience with 1 year of professional experience with TLC For Kids. I have experience in infant care, toddler care, special needs care, and school age care. A little about me: I am a 21-year-old senior in college. I am a St. Louis native, and I enjoy reading, trying new coffee...
5.0
"Not only is Paige dependable and punctual, she also actively engages my daughter when babysitting, making for an overall satisfying experience. She is trustworthy and incredibly responsible. I've never had an...

Reviewed by Stefanie H.

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Cher-rey S.


Saint Charles, MO

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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My name is Cher. I am very reliable, patient, loving and creative person. I have babysst since I was 13. Was a nanny for at least 6 years for different families ages newborn to 13 years old. Worked with special needs as a paraprofessional for a year k-3rd then worked at 3 different centers for at least 3 years in the infant...
5.0
"Cher was great with our daughter and sent us regular updates throughout the night."

Reviewed by Tai O.

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Alex M.


Saint Charles, MO

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking For Evenings/Weekend Hours

5.0

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Hi guys! I currently work at a local swim school for kiddos! I'm looking for a new position that can provide me a better schedule for my needs. Before this job I was a nanny for a wonderful family I met through Care for 2. 5 years! Before that, I was a paraprofessional, working with a child while he attended school. I have...
5.0
"Alex worked as my regular nanny for 2 and a half years for my two young kids. She is absolutely amazing. Every day, she'd show up with a grounded energetic attitude, and would leave the house in better shape...

Reviewed by Liz H.

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Ramanda B.


Saint Louis, MO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny & Family Assistant

5.0

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Currently available for regular nanny hours and/or household admistrator duties in the Saint Louis, MO area. 10+ 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-nursing special needs. For children ages birth-10...
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"Ramanda interviewed with me. Although we weren't a good fit, Ramanda will be a great fit for a family. She is organized, thorough, and has a take-charge demeanor. She seemed to understand what I was looking for...

Reviewed by Shelly S.

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Michaelene B.


Saint Louis, MO

$30/hr20 yrs exp

Newborn Nanny Available

4.8

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I began caring for children professionally in 2006 working for a family with special needs. In that position, I helped raise two boys, ages 3 and 7. After five years, the family, happily, was able to function without my assistance. In Nov. 2013, I began working with a newborn and over a period of three wonderful years, prepared...
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"Michaelene has been a wonderful caretaker for our son. She was the first person outside of family to babysit him a when he was 3 months old because we could tell she was trustworthy. She is knowledgeable about...

Reviewed by Care member

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Bonnie C.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I am the mother of a 36-year-old daughter who has Down syndrome. I have worked in the past as a job developer, as well as a job coach for the St. Louis ARC. I also worked as an ISL employee caring for individuals with special needs in their home. I have also worked for an agency providing care to seniors in their home. I have...
5.0
"I can't say enough great things about Bonnie. She is caring, gentle and knowledgeable. Bonnie was a true advocate for my mother. When PT and OT were working her too hard, she stepped in. She made appointments...

Reviewed by Niki R.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Maryland Heights, MO

Melissa P.

5.0

Melissa is phenomenal. I am a quadriplegic. I travel alone. My wife contacted her to help me. Absolutely professional. I will be using her every time I come to St. Louis. Very grateful for her selflessness and unconditional service while I was in St. Louis.

- Shondell H.

Elizabeth M.

5.0

She is able to jump in and get to know your kids quickly and easily!

- Brooke H.

Jess B.

5.0

Jessie is a wonderful babysitter and our children love her. She engages them with various activities and play throughout the entire time. And she follows through with the tasks I ask of her. She is very good at getting my children to eat their meals and brush their teeth. Jessie always responds...

- Nichole J.

Amanda K.

5.0

Great babysitter! She did an excellent job with our newborn twins last few weeks. And bonus, does work around the house when the babies slept.

- Adam O.

Shantelle B.

5.0

Shantelle is amazing! My son really could tell she loved kids (even at 5 months) and was happy and smiling with her upon my departure! She's truly great and I to hire her again!

- Denise E.

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