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Sally D.


Fenton, MO

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

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Hi I'm Sally I'm 57 years old been married 34 years. I have 2 grown daughters and I'm a Maw Maw to 4 grandsons. My oldest daughter has special needs and I'm familiar with many special needs. I'm CPR and First Aid Certified. I would love to meet your loved one.
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Kaitlyn V.


Fenton, MO

$18-28/hr3 yrs exp

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Hello! I am looking for a summer position helping a person who has special needs. I currently work as a substitute teacher for the Special School District of Saint Louis through Kelly Services. In Progress

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Hi! I am a very positive, enthusiastic person who loves learning and adapting to new situations. This summer, I worked with 3 children. A little girl I was with had a similar condition to Cerebral Palsy. I was in charge of all of her care from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. This included diaper changing, lifting her out and into her chair,...
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Melissa M.


Fenton, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Childcare Provider

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I have worked with children for 20+ years, ranging from infant through school age. I have experience with multiples and children with special needs. I have worked in many different childcare settings from a preschool, to owning my own in home daycare, to being a nanny.
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Charlotte H.


Fenton, MO

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

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I have two younger siblings who I adore and love spending time with. I have volunteered in a nursery, pre-k, and school age setting since I was 10years old. I have some experience assisting with special needs/disabled children. I have taken a child development course at my school and I've been babysitting since I was 14
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Shannon U.


Fenton, MO

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

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Hi my name is Shannon. I've been working with kids since I got out of high school as a bus aid working with special needs kids. All summer long I've worked for a family with 3 kids. Ages 12, 4, and 7. Right now I am working at a daycare.
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Alexandria W.


Arnold, MO

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Kindergarten And Daycare Teacher

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
"Alex was very good with my kids over a couple of different times she watched them. Always had innovative and fun things for them to do and was reliable and trustworthy. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Alisha M.


Imperial, MO

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Associates Degree In Early Childhood Available Evening And Weekends

5.0

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I currently work for SDD in the fall and nanny a 8-year-old boy on the spectrum. I also care for a 20-year-old with Down syndrome on the weekends. I have experience with the Autism Spectrum, Seizures, ADHD, ADD, Down Syndrome, developmental delays, behavioral plans and other areas of special needs. I taught preschool for 20...
5.0
"I offered a position to Alisha, She was very courteous to let me know she was unavailable for the times I was needing. First Impression is everything even if by Messaging. I'm grateful that she had the respect...

Reviewed by Darsey K.

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Madeline T.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Nanny Available

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.

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Kerri T.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-22/hr2 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.

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Sheila B.


Saint Louis, MO

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

5.0

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I studied child growth and development in college. I have always worked with children including those with special needs. I have been a nanny for 30 years. I was with my first family until they were school age. My second family for four years and sadly they got transferred to a different state. Currently, the family I am with is...
5.0
"Sheila was a wonderful nanny. She was always punctual, organized, loving and cheerful. And she took great care of our boys. She was engaging and happy and that made for an engaging and happy baby. I was sad...

Reviewed by Farheen R.

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Maxine M.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Occasional / Date Night Childcare

5.0

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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...

Reviewed by Care member

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Natalie D.


Ballwin, MO

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

Full Or Part-Time

5.0

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I have recently graduated from a University with a sports medicine and exercise science degree. I was accepted into a occupational therapy program and start in January. I have lots of experience with children from all age ranges from 1 to even 14-year-olds. I've also worked with special needs children. Which is a big passion of...
5.0
"Natalie is very responsive and easy to work with. My kids love her. She's a great date-night sitter!"

Reviewed by Amanda M.

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Carey E.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny Available For Nights And Weekends!

5.0

(4)

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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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Suzanne B.


High Ridge, MO

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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I have assisted a family with a special needs child. mostly have delay with Asperger, add, apraxic and ocd children.
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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
"Claire has such a bubbly personality and caring heart that any family would be lucky to have her. She goes above and beyond with putting 100 percent effort into everything she does!"

Reviewed by Gabby M.

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Daquana S.


Saint Louis, MO

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Check Out My Senior And Childcare Page

5.0

(2)

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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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Nekhia B.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-50/hr10 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
"Khia was awesome! Kiddo is already asking when she can be watched by her again. "

Reviewed by Alayna A.

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Alysha S.


Arnold, MO

$8-15/hr5 yrs exp

Fun & Responsible Sitter

5.0

(3)

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My name is Alysha I'm almost 32 years old & am the oldest of 5 children, I'm also a mother to a 7-year-old daughter & am a very hard working, trustworthy & punctual person. I am Canadian but married my husband back in may who is American. I graduated from college with having a certificate in continuing care or as they call it...
5.0
"We hired Alysha to watch our three daughters (age 2/4/6) for a date night out. Alysha is friendly and energetic and our girls had a great time with her. She played games with them, put all of them to bed with...

Reviewed by Sharon R.

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Galina B.


Saint Louis, MO

$28/hr3 yrs exp

Kind And Responsible Caregiver Who Brings Lots Of Laughs And Smiles

5.0

(1)

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I've had 3 years experience as a Paraprofessional working with children with special needs and neurotypical children. My skills and accommodations I provide include; cooking, feedings, cleaning, dressing, baths, potty training, bathrooming support, administrating medications, support meaningful play, safe transportation, and...
5.0
"Galina is so reliable. Great listener, very professional and courteous. Our daughter is nonverbal and our son is a chatterbox so she galina is very versatile and child centric. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fenton, MO

Alexandria W.

5.0

Alex was very good with my kids over a couple of different times she watched them. Always had innovative and fun things for them to do and was reliable and trustworthy.

- Care member

Alisha M.

5.0

Alisha has an upbeat, fun personality, and my 20 year old daughter with special needs loves when they "hang out". I know when they are together my daughter is safe and happy. It took awhile to find her, but Alisha was worth the wait!

- Jennifer L.

Madeline T.

5.0

She is absolutely fantastic! Wonderful with my 2 boys! Always reliable and conscientious. You won't find a better one!

- Katherine T.

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.

Sheila B.

5.0

Sheila was a wonderful nanny. She was always punctual, organized, loving and cheerful. And she took great care of our boys. She was engaging and happy and that made for an engaging and happy baby. I was sad when she had to leave us. She certainly set the bar high for any future nannies! I would...

- Farheen R.

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