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185 special needs caregivers are listed in Saint Louis, MO
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Saint Louis, MO
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I care for 12 high risk children in my time off as (usually) a full time Nanny. One child is blind, several are ADD/ADHD & a few have been autistic. I love children of all spectrums & wish to care for them in a Christian environment.
Lindsay H.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have 16 years of experience working with children and adults with mental illness, autism and other development disabilities. I currently work part time as a Behavior Therapist providing Applied Behavior Analysis services to children. I am in search of additional work so that I can expand my skills and interests.
Kerri T.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
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HI! I'm Kerri! I have plenty experience with kids of all ages and abilities and with special needs . I am a certified substitute teacher and babysit often for friends and family. I enjoy being outside and doing lots of activities and crafts. I volunteered in the special education classroom at my local elementary school for over...
5.0
"Kerri has been great with our special needs adult son. She likes to take him out and about and she makes sure he gets exercise every day.
She's been punctual and flexible. Highly recommend!"
Reviewed by Jane C.
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I have been working with special-needs individuals for over six years at a non-profit organization, both center-based and residential. I have been looking for new opportunities both to expand my experience and work credentials. I have experience in many work-fields but thus far, this has been the most rewarding work I have...
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"Aaron works where he is a Community Service Specialist. He is under my supervision. He is a wonderful staff who is always willing to assist when there is a need. In addition to his own responsibilities, he...
Reviewed by Nigel F.
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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...
Bonnie C.
Saint Louis, MO
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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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Hello! My name is Kristen and I live in St Louis, MO. I am very passionate about offering quality care, having fun & being silly! I have 15+ years of experience with childcare, running leisure activities and assisting with activities of daily living while encouraging growth. I've worked in school, camp, and in -home settings....
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Please view and check out my senior and childcare page, too.... I have worked with disabled for over 15 years
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"Great person! She is responsible and has a wonderful work ethic. I highly recommend DaQuana. I would be so happy to still be working with her, but it seems she is allergic to animals and I have a Service Dog....
Reviewed by Janis T.
Atha C.
Saint Louis, MO
$13-18/hr
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I'm a loving and caring person love too work with the disabled and elderly that can't help themselves. Compassionate about my job
Nicole G.
Saint Louis, MO
$12-17/hr
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I am currently in nursing school so I have a lot of experience with medical issues and specials needs!
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I am available for part time child care. I have experience with all ages, and with special needs children.
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"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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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...
5.0
"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...
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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
"Fantastic with children. Engaging, dependable, fun and kind."
Reviewed by Kacy V.
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Currently with a family Monday/ Wednesday and Friday. I do bring my 4-year-old boy along and have been with the same family two years now. After October 23rd I will have full availability. I was introduced to my new family after word of mouth from my previous. I'm looking for long term but short is ok too.
I can provide a...
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"Amanda is absolutely incredible with my children. She started caring for both of my children as soon as I went back to work after maternity leave. She took wonderful care of them, sent pictures daily, was with...
Reviewed by Holli R.
Kathleen B.
Saint Louis, MO
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time, Full-Time, Live-In/Live-Out Caregiver Available
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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...
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...
Reviewed by Jennifer B.
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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.
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"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...
Reviewed by Blair S.
Claire H.
Saint Louis, MO
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello!
I recently left my career teaching special education to look for a more laid back atmosphere. I've got 7 years of teaching experience, 5 years in early childhood and 2 in elementary. I've got 10+ years experience babysitting all ages, newborn to 10 years old. I have a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Special Education...
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"Claire is a dedicated, kind, and patient Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, and would bring her gifts into any family care situation for children of all ages. I have decades of experience and even I...
Reviewed by Diane H.
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I love kids and can't imagine a more enjoyable way to spend my time.
Retired since 1/22 and I have been caring for my "bestie" (grandniece born Nov 2021) two days a week since then. I also have nieces ages 5, 7 and 9, and an 11-year-old nephew, all of whom I care for when needed. I have raised one child of my own and two...
5.0
"Kate was absolutely wonderful with our son. He instantly gravitated to her and slept soundly through the night after playing all afternoon. Kate was easy going and a great communicator. "
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Alexis W.
Saint Louis, MO
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I'm an energetic, creative and outgoing 28-year-old who loves working with kids. I fell into childcare 10 years ago and love it so much that I continue doing that part-time. I've been working as a babysitter since high school and have worked with multiple families for extended periods of time. I have experience with kids of all...
5.0
"Alexis was our first experience booking someone through care.com, so we were a bit nervous and not quite sure what to expect. But what we got was an absolutely delightful lady who put both me, my wife, and both...
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I studied child growth and development in college. I have always worked with children including those with special needs. I have been a nanny for 30 years. I was with my first family until they were school age. My second family for four years and sadly they got transferred to a different state. Currently, the family I am with is...
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"Sheila was a wonderful nanny. She was always punctual, organized, loving and cheerful. And she took great care of our boys. She was engaging and happy and that made for an engaging and happy baby. I was sad...
Reviewed by Farheen R.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Saint Louis, MO
Kerri T.
5.0
Kerri has been great with our special needs adult son. She likes to take him out and about and she makes sure he gets exercise every day.
She's been punctual and flexible. Highly recommend!
- Jane C.
Aaron O.
4.0
Aaron works with individuals with developmental disabilities daily. He is very compassionate, patient and diligent when he is supporting them. He has an upbeat attitude and a relaxed disposition about himself that calms heightened situations. Aaron is very trust-worthy, professional and a great...
- Margiree H.
Daquana S.
5.0
Great person! She is responsible and has a wonderful work ethic. I highly recommend DaQuana. I would be so happy to still be working with her, but it seems she is allergic to animals and I have a Service Dog. She really triedd HARD to make it work. Thanks DaQuana!
- Janis T.
Jennifer K.
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.
- Reshmi D.
Michaelene B.
5.0
Michaelene is great. We never have to worry about anything happening to our child when we are out and she is watching him. Our son always gets a huge smile on his face and very excited when she comes to babysit him. I highly recommend her.
- Care member
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Ratings for Saint Louis, MO special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Saint Louis, MO are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 128 reviews of the 185 listed special needs caregivers.