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115 special needs caregivers are listed in Kansas City, MO
The average rate is $16/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Kansas City, MO
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Most of my work experience has been related to children and I have thoroughly enjoyed them all. For the last two years, I have worked as a nanny/personal assistant to a wonderful family in the Denver Metro area. Before that, I worked as a Sign Language Interpreter at an elementary school for 4+ years. There I mainstreamed deaf...
Kasey J.
Kansas City, MO
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I am a former Director of Social Services in geriatric psych. I have extensive experience working with children, inpatient psych, and adults aged 18-65. I am contracted with DMH to care for individuals with autism, as well. I am single and live alone with pets. I have background check/clearance to provide that I'm cleared on the...
Recent review:
5.0
Kasey has been an amazing companion and caregiver for me. I've been restricted to a chair for weeks, due to a broken leg, unable to bear any weight for walking or other movement. It's been a challenging time,...
Reviewed by Alisa B.
Christina B.
Kansas City, MO
$10-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have experience working with children and adults with special needs. I have worked in group homes, residential units and schools. I enjoy working with this population and love being able to help them live the best lives they can.
Abbragale B.
Kansas City, MO
$13-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Abby, I am 21 years old and am a senior at Rockhurst University in Kansas City, Missouri. I am a licensed EMT and have a plethora of medical and childcare backgrounds. I have been providing Respite care at Childserve for 5 years. I have experience in working with 2-21-year-olds. I absolutely love working with...
Recent review:
5.0
Abby was reliable, on time, friendly, understanding, and interactive with my boys. I would recommend her!
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Araceli G.
Kansas City, MO
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have a lot of experience taking care of clients that have dementia, Alzheimer's and Schizophrenia. I have CNA license and experience. I also took care of visually impaired clients as well as clients who are quadriplegic.
Recent review:
5.0
Araceli is a model caretaker! I have worked in the Healthcare industry. I know what professionalism looks like, and Araceli has it. She confirmed the morning of...then arrived on time. Araceli has a positive...
Reviewed by Karyn M.
Jenna H.
Kansas City, MO
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Nanny, Much Experience With Kids With Special Needs
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I am compassionate, loving, flexible, and fun. I spent about 10 years as a nanny for different families, throughout that time, with kids ranging from newborn to middle school. I have taken the last few years off but I miss it! I am looking for a part time gig. I would love to meet to see if I could be a good fit to love on your...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Jenna has cared for our three girls for almost two years. She is like a part of our family and my kids absolutely adore her.
Reviewed by Mary M.
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I have 19 years of experience. I can help with cooking/meal prep, travel, light housekeeping. My core values revolve are church settings. Here I volunteer for any event that comes up at church. I go to Bible study every Sunday night and church every Sunday morning. I don't have a Bachelors Degree but I do have teaching...
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5.0
Such a sweetheart! Paige was willing to help with my adult son w/Special needs and was just great! Definitely recommend and look forward to having her help out in the future!
Reviewed by Keri S.
Kathryn S.
Kansas City, MO
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring, Energetic, And Experienced Sitter/daycare Teacher
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Hello! I am a fun, playful sitter who has 10 years of experience babysitting, nannying, as well as working in both an in-home daycare and daycare/preschool facility. Families I've worked with in the past say they appreciate and enjoy my help because I play with and engage their children, rather than only supervise. I graduated...
Recent review:
5.0
She arrived on time. I was also able to talk to her before the scheduled day to get to know each other better. Plus, the kids liked her.
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Over the years, I've worked many childcare jobs, from babysitting to being a full-time nanny starting with babysitting at 12 years of age. Each experience and child has taught me how to better provide care. I make learning fun, do arts and crafts, be supportive and help children to grow and excel. My experience includes 24 years...
Rebekkah M.
Kansas City, MO
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hello my name is Rebekkah. I am a 22-year-old female and I live in Raytown MO. I currently don't have a license but have means of transportation to get to and from places. Professional experience is I use to work for a local school district as a Paraprofessional and helped special need middle school students learn. I have also...
Recent review:
5.0
Did wonderful job with my children.
Reviewed by Monique A.
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Hi! My name is Amanda P. I just settled in North KC after spending years traveling around the US. My degree is in Business Administration, but my expertise is in childcare. I have taken interim nanny/babysitting positions all around the country- and adored it! I now work full-time using my degree, but still love to hang with...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Amanda was a wonderful nanny to my 10-month-old daughter. My daughter was so excited to see Amanda every day she came in to work. Amanda was warm and caring and gave her full attention to my baby. She played...
Reviewed by Jesse F.
Ashlee J.
Kansas City, MO
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Stellar Nanny With 20+ Years Experience With Infant/Toddler/Twins
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Hi my name is Ashlee. I am a professional career nanny who has provided stellar service to families in KC & SF for the past 20 years, primarily those with infant/toddler twins.
I hold a BA in Art Education from SFSU, and have completed multiple ECE (Early Childhood Education) courses as well as Pediatric CPR certification...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Ashlee was with us for five years and I wish we could have kept her forever! She started when our youngest was just a few months old and our twins were not yet two. That's a lot for anyone but Ashlee handled it...
Reviewed by Jennifer S.
Miyako R.
Kansas City, MO
$22-38/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Spunky And Outgoing Caregiver/Nanny With 10 Years' Experience, Seeking Full Time Employment.
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Hello Care, I am excited about Nannying! I have been in childcare over 15 years and a Professional Nanny just over 10 years. I received a Bachelor's of Liberal Arts from the UMKC in the fall of 2011. I am currently enrolled at SNHU in a MPH program. I am also trained as a Doula and studying to become a CPM. I currently looking...
Recent reviews:
5.0
My daughter said she had such a fun time with Ms. Mimi (Miyako)! Miyako was prompt and checked in via text with me while I was working which I really appreciated. We would happily hire her again!
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Hi, my name is Dustin . am a 21-year-old, currently majoring in special education at the University of Oklahoma. I have worked as a SPED Para for Blue Valley School Districts, for their summer school program, 2 years in a row. I am also an Eagle Scout, and have 3 years experience working at an overnight camp for special needs...
Recent review:
5.0
Dustin was great! My son is an adult with special needs so Dustin's background with Special Olympics and Special Education was perfect! So attentive to my son's needs and they had a lot of fun! I am grateful...
Reviewed by Keri S.
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I have several years of experience working within schools or private ABA clinics providing support to a range of needs. I am about to graduate with my masters in applied behavioral sciences and love working to help support kids and seeing them learn new skills!
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Hello! My name is Austin and I have two years experience working with clients ranging 2-20 years of age with diagnoses ranging from high functioning autism to chromosomal deletion. I am very passionate about helping people reach their latent potential for independence and happiness I would be thrilled to help your loved ones!
Rebecca W.
Kansas City, MO
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Special Needs Caregiver, Over 20 Years Experience. I Work Full Time As A Para Educator.
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I have worked with exceptional kids for over 20 years. I have a degree. I work full time as a para educator with special needs kids. I love and have a passion for what I do.
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Hi, my name is Vivian. Every person is different. Depending of your need, I might be able to help. I can take care of feeding, personal care, meal prep, schedule medication, medical appointments, some exercise, tutoring (math, science), etc. You can contact me, and let me know what exactly you do need; if I can, I'll be glad to...
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I have mainly worked with children with Autism, Developmental Delays and Down Syndrome but I have also worked with all age groups with varying special needs. I truly love working with people with special needs and work full time as a behavior analyst with a behavioral health provider. this has been my passion for almost 10...
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As a mom of five children I have lots of infant experience. When my children were little I ran a licensed daycare out of my home. In the past I have provided respite care on a regular basis for two special needs families. Most recently I have done elder care. I have excellent references for all types of care that I have...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kansas City, MO
Kasey J.
5.0
Kasey has been an amazing companion and caregiver for me. I've been restricted to a chair for weeks, due to a broken leg, unable to bear any weight for walking or other movement. It's been a challenging time, but Kasey has helped make it bearable. She has been in charge of my meals, hygiene, and...
- Alisa B.
Abbragale B.
5.0
Abby was reliable, on time, friendly, understanding, and interactive with my boys. I would recommend her!
- Care member
Araceli G.
5.0
Araceli is a model caretaker! I have worked in the Healthcare industry. I know what professionalism looks like, and Araceli has it. She confirmed the morning of...then arrived on time. Araceli has a positive attitude when asked to do a task. Worked while we talked...Kept her phone calls to a...
- Karyn M.
Jenna H.
5.0
Jenna has cared for our three girls for almost two years. She is like a part of our family and my kids absolutely adore her.
- Mary M.
Paige M.
5.0
Understanding our situation and was able to accommodate.
- Care member
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Ratings for Kansas City, MO special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Kansas City, MO are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 115 listed special needs caregivers.