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Katie B.


De Soto, MO

$18-20/hr1 yrs exp

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Ma1, CPR, first aid certified worked with those who have disabilities. Passed medications, bathed, helped dressed, clean, fed etc
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Grace N.


De Soto, MO

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

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hi! my name is grace! I'm a kind, patient, attentive caregiver. I value honesty, emotional intelligence, and kindness and model that for every child in my care. I have been in childcare since I was a young teenager, babysitting for family and friends. I was an afternoon preschool teacher for the 2-year-old classroom from aug '19...
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Layne C.


De Soto, MO

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Mature And Experienced With A BS In Special Education

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Have taken care of a 2-3-year-old boy with developmental delays Have taken care of a 3-year-old girl with Rhett Syndrome Have taken care of a 8-year-old girl with Autism.
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Angela M.


Festus, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

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CPR Child with special needs Working in the medical field 10+ years Comfortable with personal care, medication mgmt, and medical equipment
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Amy B.


Festus, MO

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

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Hello my name is Amy. I'm a mother of 3 very active boys. We love going to Six flags, Zoo, sporting events, ice skating etc. etc. etc. We also love being at home playing board games-card games, doing puzzles and cuddling on the couch watching movies. I began babysitting when I was a teenager. Prior to having children of my own,...
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Amy B.


Bonne Terre, MO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I have more than 20 years of experience in child care as well as hands on experience with children that I have developmental disabilities and delays. I love all children yet caring for special needs kiddos is something I have a great passion for. I also can provide an updated background check.
5.0
"I was so nervous about getting someone to watch my 2 yr old son. Amy was willing to come out to meet my son before I offered the job to her and was interacting with him right away. They had an instant bond and...

Reviewed by Lauren P.

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Marissa M.


Crystal City, MO

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Marissa

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 taken care of a wide range of ages and has been marvelous with all children. She has taken care of my own, including overnights and longer stays while I was on vacation, as well as we have had her...

Reviewed by Tiffany M.

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Angela E.


Crystal City, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

4.0

(1)

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Years ago I worked with special needs children when I worked at a daycare and left that job to become a private nanny to a little girl with special needs. I still help her out to this day. I m willing to learn anything I m not sure about.
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Rebekah H.


Cedar Hill, MO

$12-20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun-Loving Teenager Who Loves Kids And Needs To Pay For College

5.0

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Hello! I'm Rebekah, and I love working with children! I have extensive experiance working with children of all ages, including doubles and neurodivergent / special needs children. I am Red Cross Babysitter Certified, and Infant CPR trained. I have experience caring for children as young as 4 mos, all the way through middle...
5.0
"I hired Rebekah as a nanny for the summer and I highly recommend her work. Rebekah demonstrated tremendous responsibility in caring for our three children. She is kind, trustworthy, creative, patient and great...

Reviewed by Rochelle W.

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Tiffani L.


Cadet, MO

$8-13/hr10 yrs exp

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I am responsible and punctual person. I love caring for others and I have experience in special needs, feeding tubes and medical background. I can help with all ages.
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Payton K.


Herculaneum, MO

$15-21/hr1 yrs exp

Payton

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I am a certified nursing assistant and have worked at a nursing home for over a year. I am CPR certified and love spending time with people. I have have experience with 2 teenage special needs girls.
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Lorna M.


Herculaneum, MO

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

10 Yrs With Special Needs Education. Foster Care Special Care

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I have worked over 10 years working with special needs children and teens. Wheel chair reposition or remove. Bathroom. High and low autism. I loved working with the children. I worked with pre k to high school. I helped the child participate in all activities. What fun to see the child enjoy with everyone else.
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Katlynn H.


Dittmer, MO

$21/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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I am working on my Másters Degree in Speech Language pathology currently. Due to my career choice I have extensive knowledge and experience with child development. I also work specifically with young children with difficulties and needs such as ASD, Down Syndrome, late language emergence, feeding and swallowing difficulties...
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Amy B.


Bonne Terre, MO

$11-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I have worked in childcare for 10 plus years as well as have four children of my own. I love all children, yet caring for those with special needs is a passion of mine. I also can provide an updated background check.
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Cassandra L.


Barnhart, MO

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

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I have over 10 years of experience working with children and adults with developmental disabilities, including autism and behavioral disorders. I also have experience monitoring seizures and feeding via g-tube.
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Tiffani L.


Cadet, MO

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Young And Responsible Adult That Just Wants To Help Others

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I am a hard and outgoing person who loves to help others. I have 10 years experience in the medical field. I have 4 children and one with special needs. I have worked with feeding tubes and autism. I love helping the elderly and listening to their stories they have. On my free time I enjoy spending time with my children,...
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Billie Ann T.


Hillsboro, MO

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello! I'm a mother of 4 who is passionate about care! I have tons of experience from infants and multiples to working with children with special needs, the elderly, and even pets. I'm outgoing, friendly, and organized to the max. I have many skills that help a house run smoothly including being a trained chef and experienced...
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Payton K.


Herculaneum, MO

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Sitter Payton

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I have 1 year experience being a certified nursing assistant at a nursing home. I also have 1 year experience watching 2 special needs teenage girls. I am CPR certified and am a certified nursing assistant! I love having fun with kids playing games, crafts, etc. I can also help with dishes and picking up the house!
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Alora T.


Crystal City, MO

$16-21/hr

Special Needs Deserves Special Care

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Special Needs clients aren't dis-abled, but different-abled, and they deserve to be treated with respect, honor, and compassionate care. I genuinely love helping people, and I love to learn what they teach me, as well! I have seven children of my own, with diagnoses such as ADD/ADHD, mental health disorders, seizure disorders,...
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Tiffani L.


Cadet, MO

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

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I have worked in the medical feed for the past 10 years. I have worked 4 years as an EMT on the ambulance. My most recent career was working in a Cancer Center as a medical assistant. I have personal history with children with autism and feeding tubes. Also developmental delays and working with therapist to achieve goals. I am...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in De Soto, MO

Amy B.

5.0

I was so nervous about getting someone to watch my 2 yr old son. Amy was willing to come out to meet my son before I offered the job to her and was interacting with him right away. They had an instant bond and it was obvious. Amy is punctual, personable, and attentive. I will definitely use her...

- Lauren P.

Marissa M.

5.0

Marissa has taken care of a wide range of ages and has been marvelous with all children. She has taken care of my own, including overnights and longer stays while I was on vacation, as well as we have had her for group childcare at our church and work functions. She always plans fun, interactive...

- Tiffany M.

Rebekah H.

5.0

I hired Rebekah as a nanny for the summer and I highly recommend her work. Rebekah demonstrated tremendous responsibility in caring for our three children. She is kind, trustworthy, creative, patient and great with children. She brought activities and crafts for the kids to do each day. Rebekah was...

- Rochelle W.

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