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181 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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Kerri T.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-22/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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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Lindsay H.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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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.
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Aaron O.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Care Giver, Evenings, Weekends

4.5

(2)

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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...
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...

Reviewed by Margiree 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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Brianna K.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello! I am a college student looking for some great people to work with beginning in May. I love helping others, and I am hoping to find a fun and warm family to work with. I have some experience with special needs children through family members and previous jobs. I am CPR and First Aid certified.
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Jennifer K.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher Looking For Summer Work

5.0

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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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Kristen F.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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5.0

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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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Lisa A.


Saint Louis, MO

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Activity Assistant/caregiver

5.0

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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...

Reviewed by Katie B.

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5.0

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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
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Daquana S.


Saint Louis, MO

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Check Out My Senior And Childcare Page

5.0

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Please view and check out my senior and childcare page, too.... I have worked with disabled for over 15 years
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....

Reviewed by Janis T.

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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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Jennifer K.


Saint Louis, MO

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Including Special Needs

5.0

(2)

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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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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...
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...

Reviewed by Care member

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Brianna K.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(4)

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Hello, my name is Brianna! I am a graduate student currently working as a nanny. I am in a Masters in Social Work program at UMSL and expecting to graduate in Dec 2021. I have close to 10 years of experience in childcare, 4 of those as a nanny. I am looking for a flexible position from June/July to December/January of this...
5.0
"Brianna is so attuned to my 5 kids. She always knows how to roll with our busy family! She is a joy to have in our home and I feel very confident leaving them in her care."

Reviewed by Brian F.

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Elizabeth M.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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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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Claire H.


Saint Louis, MO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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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...
5.0
"She has lots of experience and patience for children. She has creative ideas to entertain children"

Reviewed by Sandy E.

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Carey E.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny Available For Nights And Weekends!

5.0

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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.
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...

Reviewed by Blair S.

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Kate R.


Saint Louis, MO

$16-22/hr1 yrs exp

Responsible, Retired, Loves Kids

5.0

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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 amazing with our 1 year old! She kept him entertained and put him down for bed with no problem. Can't wait to have her back!"

Reviewed by Kristi L.

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Alexis W.


Saint Louis, MO

$25/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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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
"We had a great experience with Alexis over 2 weeks when we needed part-time help after school. She played outside with the kids, took them to the park and they really loved her. We look forward to having her...

Reviewed by Katy L.

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Kathleen B.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time, Full-Time, Live-In/Live-Out Caregiver Available

5.0

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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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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.

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.

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.

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Ratings for Saint Louis, MO special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Saint Louis, MO are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 128 reviews of the 181 listed special needs caregivers.