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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Columbia, IL
The average rate is $15/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years
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I have no experience with taking care of special needs children, but I have watched and taken care of many kids over 25+ years. All my children have had their own needs to be taken care of. I have had babies with acid reflex, colicky, failure to thrive, physical therapy, ADHD, ADD, Down syndrome baby. I have had kids who...
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Hello, my name is Sara! I am a playful, loving, and trustworthy person. I have 2 years of professional experience, some of that being a daycare teacher, some being a full-time nanny, and some being a one time sitter. I also have about eight months of experience working with special needs children. I have worked with children my...
Chloe B.
Arnold, MO
$8-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
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My names Chloe and I'm 22 years old. I have been babysitting as long as I can remember! Starting out with my 3 special needs cousins who have taught me patience and that all kids require different things. I was also my grandmas full time caretaker for about a year. Then I was a nanny for 2 kids 5 days a week with over nights for...
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Hello! Everyone calls me Tess :)
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with cooking and meals, light housekeeping, homework, and laundry. I have experience with newborns up to elementary age. I'm good with teaching, positive disciplining, and encouraging curiosity and creativity. I love reading, writing, music, and art. I've...
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I have been working with preschool aged children for over 25 years. During the school year I work as a paraprofessional for an early childhood center since 2005. I work with three, four and5-year-olds in a regular and special education setting. I have experience working with medically fragile children up to 13 years of age.
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I have been working with special need children for 13 years now. I used to coach gymnastics for 5 years and I had a special needs class. I have taken care of a range of children from 11-years-old to newborn. Children with all different developmental disorders including Autism, Aspergers, Dysgraphia, administered food through...
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Hi there! I had the joy of teaching kids with Autism for 1 year. I completed the 40-hour online training to become a Registered Behavior Technician. I taught various domains in each child's treatment plan developed by the BCBA such as social, receptive and expressive language, behavior feeding, hygiene, cognitive, motor skills,...
5.0
"Caroline is our go to babysitter for our 1 year old daughter, and we are so grateful we found someone we can 100% trust! Our daughter E loves Caroline. Caroline had a lot of experience with kids so she knows...
Reviewed by Jessica D.
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Christina H.
Saint Louis, MO
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Babysitter, Tutor And Special Needs Provider
4.7
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Hi! My husband and I moved from Texas to St. Louis about a year and a half ago. I have cared for some incredible families back in Texas and I am hoping I can care for some here too!
I started working with kids when I was 18 years old and have been advocating for children ever since. I have 2 Bachelor degrees, one in...
5.0
"Christina started out tutoring for my 13 year old. She has been very reliable and helpful even providing good recommendations on how to keep on my child about her homework. She has picked up other duties such...
Reviewed by Garry W.
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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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Mercedez B.
I'm 32 I live in Lake St. Louis, I have 3 wonderful children- son (11yo) and identical twin girls (3yo). In my free time, I enjoy teaching my children how to live life in artistic and creative ways. I enjoy learning about interior design, organizing, financial planning, and budgeting. I love creating home decor,...
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Molly M.
Waterloo, IL
$10-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Molly. I have experience working with children, especially toddler age. I also have job experience working with special needs adults and children. I enjoy nature and believe children learn best from hands on and encourage trying new experiences. I am currently in school and plan to pursue a Bachelor's in...
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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
"Carey is amazing with children, she not just a nanny, she becomes like family which is great when you are thinking about someone taking care of your kids. She is always willing to go the ex mile and help with...
Reviewed by Kayla P.
4.5
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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...
5.0
"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.
Alexis W.
Saint Louis, MO
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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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 accommodating, attentive, and reliable. She went above and beyond, and her selflessness and genuine care did not go unnoticed. "
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5.0
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I have been babysitting and nannying for 10 years now. I have experience with all age ranges as well. I have been babysitting my cousins (ages 5 and 7) since they were born as well as some family friends with three boys (ages 5, 5, and 8). I also nannied for two different families. One with a 3 months old girl and another with...
5.0
"She is absolutely fantastic! Wonderful with my 2 boys! Always reliable and conscientious. You won't find a better one!"
Reviewed by Katherine T.
4.5
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I have a passion for working with children and families, I was able to discover this at a young age as an oldest sibling and babysitter. This has only been affirmed through become a mom to two. In the past I have worked as a full-time nanny, in afterschool programs, YMCA swimming programs and even working with The Walt Disney...
5.0
"Marissa has been wonderful for our family! She is reliable, punctual and great with our two girls (9 & 10). In their free time they play games, do crafts, and talk about books - they have so much fun! She...
Reviewed by Lynn B.
5.0
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Jolene has provided quality private childcare services since 2012. Jolene has taken assignments with families, organizations and child care centers. Though she primarily works with older youth and transitioning adults as a college and career advisor, there is extensive background with all youth ages, including those under 1 year...
5.0
"Our kids had a great time with Jolene! She was great with my 4 year old nephew who is nonverbal and my 2.5 year old niece had so much fun playing with her. 10/10 recommend Jolene! "
Reviewed by Gaby C.
Rachel S.
High Ridge, MO
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Moderate / Sever Special Education Teaching Credential Student
5.0
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I am currently in the moderate / severe teaching credential program at CSUF. I have experience with students with disabilities as a volunteer at church and as an aide in a classroom in the PYLUSD District. I have also taken quite a few Special Education classes for my previous Bachelor's degree and currently in my credential...
5.0
"Rachel is absolutely delightful! I hired her as a direct support person for my 19-year-old son who has Non-Verbal Autism and challenging behaviors. She jumped right in, eager to learn and lend a much-needed...
Reviewed by Kristen L.
Kelsey K.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
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Prior to my Chicago move, I was in grad school at NCSU for Social Work. I nannied for two families during that time (almost 3 years)-- one during the day and the other a few days a week after school and at night. I spent the rest of my time in class or at my internship at Duke Hospital. Prior to that, I was a middle and high...
5.0
"We had the absolute pleasure of having Kelsey work with our family for nearly 3 years. Over that time, she was 100% reliable and never left us in a situation where we had to scramble for back-up care. Most...
Reviewed by Emily B.
5.0
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Hi I'm Taylor and I am looking for a nanny job! I am a para for Columbia Public Schools and work with 3-5-year-olds with special needs, but am moving to St. Louis in early August. Prior, I was a full time nanny to a family in Columbia. I cared for the child from 6 months-2 years. I loved being a nanny and only left due to the...
5.0
"Taylor has been our full time nanny for over a year watching our daughter from the time she was 8 months old until almost 2 years old. She also watched our 2 golden retrievers during this time and we love her!...
Reviewed by Kris S.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Columbia, IL
Caroline F.
5.0
Caroline is our go to babysitter for our 1 year old daughter, and we are so grateful we found someone we can 100% trust! Our daughter E loves Caroline. Caroline had a lot of experience with kids so she knows exactly what to do (this is hard to find someone you truly trust). Caroline asks all the...
- Jessica D.
Christina H.
5.0
I am SO incredibly grateful for Christina! I had a newborn (now 6 months old) and a 23 month old (now 2 1/2 years old) when Christina started with us. I was was having a very hard time transitioning from 1 kid to 2. She literally saved me! She helped potty train my 23 month old, while taking care of...
- Sarah A.
Carey E.
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 amount of experience, maturity, knowledge and professionalism that I was looking for. But...
- Blair S.
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.
Alexis W.
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 back for nights out etc.
- Katy L.
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