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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Columbia, IL
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years
Special needs caregivers in Columbia, IL
3.7
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I have been working with children since I was 13 years old and I am now 26. I have experience with children from newborn- 15 years old, also have experience with special needs children. I have no problem doing extra activities for your family and children. I also have worked with elderly for the past 6 years. I love to care for...
5.0
"Kennedee's communication and commitment is impeccable."
Reviewed by Kaitlyn K.
Kerri T.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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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.
Nekhia B.
Saint Louis, MO
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi there!
Im Khia, and I'm 24 years old. I'm a college student majoring in Graphic Design. I've been CPR and First Aid certified and I also have experience with special needs. I'm originally from MS and I've been caring for children since I was about 11 years old. I've always enjoyed caring for kids of all ages, because they all...
5.0
"She was a great person that I had add to my family to take care of my kids and she did and amazing job with them and yes they miss her dearly she is a very dependable , dedicated, loving, no caring , person...
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4.7
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I am a certified Early Childhood and Elementary teacher who is retired. My expertise is working with infants, toddlers, and young children. I have experience working with children with special needs and developmental delays. I have worked with children and their families in the school setting and providing quality care for...
5.0
"I called Janet at 9 pm (the night before) to babysit the following morning beginning at 7 am. She was extremely pleasant and very easy to work with in terms of availability/flexibility (which was VERY MUCH...
Reviewed by Marla S.
Lillie N.
Arnold, MO
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver With CPR Training, Pet Expertise, And Reliable Transportation
5.0
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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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My name is Maxine, and I am a 23-year-old student at Rockhurst University completing my Doctorate in Occupational Therapy. I recently completed my clinical experience at a hospital where I work with a variety of patients, including infants. I did date night and overnight babysitting for a few families that I still visit when I...
5.0
"It is really hard to find good childcare but Maxine is really fantastic with my two girls. She’s so sweet and laidback, which I really appreciate. She just seems to know exactly what each of my kiddos need and...
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Abbi B.
Dupo, IL
$16-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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I am 20 years old, currently in college for Speech-Language Pathology, and have lots of experience with children ranging in age from infants and toddlers to pre-teens!
5.0
"Abbi is a natural with children. She teaches Vacation Bible School every summer and serves in her church nursery. She’s well spoken and sweet- and children adore her."
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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
"Allie has been a wonderful sitter for us. She brings games and activities for my two children to do and actively interacts with them. She is also great with their bed time routine and getting them to sleep on...
Reviewed by Bailey F.
Catherine K.
Saint Louis, MO
$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi my name is Catherine I have 4 years of experience working with kids of all ages. I currently am a sophomore at Lee University . I am getting my degree in special education. I am currently working at the ELC, which is the daycare on campus I work for KinderCare over winter and summer. Can help with homework or whatever else...
Margaret F.
Waterloo, IL
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have 3 years of experience I am reliable caring and loving person i love taking care and helping especially to those people who have special needs
Sara M.
Saint Louis, MO
$17-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I have over six years of experience working with children and adults of varying backgrounds and needs. My professional experience includes direct residential support and education (as a teacher and paraprofessional). I'm also trained in ABA. My strengths include being patient, nurturing, empathetic, and energetic.
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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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I am currently teacher but I have nannied for the last few years. I'm looking for the opportunity to help a family while I finish school.
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Hello, my name is Laila! I am a playful, loving, and trustworthy person. I have years of experience, some of that being a one time sitter. And the other years (All of my life!) being that I have 2 little sisters and a little cousin that I've helped a lot that has special needs.
I love watching children develop into the great...
Mackenzie C.
Arnold, MO
$16-19/hr
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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...
Beth L.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have been a special education para for 3 years. I work in a high school setting! I can't wait to hear from you !
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I have experience MOSTLY with caring for children with ADHD, but have recently branched out to children with other disabilities while I have become for comfortable and gained more knowledge on how to care for special needs children. My first experience ever, was when I volunteered for special Olympics for kids between the ages...
Ainsley P.
East Carondelet, IL
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi, I am very experienced in working with people of all ages who have special needs. I am DHS certified, very flexible with payment capabilities, and have a fairly open schedule. I look forward to meeting with you!
Addison K.
Saint Louis, MO
$22-28/hr
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I've grown up with a cousin that is on the spectrum and I just love the bond that we grew. I've been looking into working with others on the spectrum because I truly love my cousin and seeing how much fun we had together makes me want to work with others.
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Working with clients in private duty environment one on one care allows me the ability to do my best. I have worked in ortho, rehab, home are, private duty special need, geriatrics, psych, and Alzheimer's. And 15 years in hospice/palliative care
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Columbia, IL
Kennedee A.
5.0
Kennedee was great with my kiddos! They're already asking when she will come back!
- Mick S.
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.
Nekhia B.
5.0
Khia was awesome! Kiddo is already asking when she can be watched by her again.
- Alayna A.
Janet K.
5.0
Janet became our full time nanny when our daughter was about 14 weeks old. My husband and I had just moved to St. Louis from Europe and I we were both starting (or had just started) new jobs. Our baby was still very colicky at this time and I was nursing her full time, pumping at work.
Janet's...
- Alba B.
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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