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Lisa B.

Professional Nanny

Festus, MO

4.2(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Nanny with 9+ years experience with ages infant to teens. Love artwork and teaching children through play and hands on curriculum! I have worked with multiples and children with special needs. I love spending time reading and spending time outdoors on walks/trips to the park! I would love to be able to bring my almost 4-year-old...

David L. says "Lisa is a loving nanny with years of relevant experience. She worked with our family full time for 14 months, taking care of our daughter from the age of 2...

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Festus, MO

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
I'm the second born of 6 children. So caring for children came naturally. I have a special needs brother and have spent the last few years working in that field. I've been a preschool teacher as well. I promise your child will love me. I'm a kid magnet. I have been trained in CPR and basic life support.
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Fun And Easy-going Sitter

Festus, MO

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I was a paraprofessional for Festus R-6 School District 2023 to 2024. I worked in the preschool with 3- and 4-year-olds as well as 4th and 5th grade. I have experience with children that have special needs, as I worked in a co-teach special needs classroom. I started watching children when I was 16 and have cared for most all...
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Festus, MO

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I'd describe my personality as patient, creative, and kind. It's important to me that those around me feel safe in my presence. I grew up taking care of my three younger siblings, and I have a passion for working with special needs individuals. My patience has been an advantage. I love creative tasks, such as making jewelry,...
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Special Needs Care

Crystal City, MO

4.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
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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10 Yrs With Special Needs Education. Foster Care Special Care

Herculaneum, MO

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$10/hr
10 years experience
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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De Soto, MO

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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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Bonne Terre, MO

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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.

Lauren P. says "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...

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Erin B.'s Photo

Waterloo, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a mother of a 4-year-old. I have worked with special needs children, as well as substituted all ages and worked as an art teacher of all ages. I would love to meet your kiddo!
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Fletcher, MO

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$15/hr
12 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have done daycares for many years. I started working with kids when I was 20 years old. I have worked with children in various places. I have worked with children of all ages.. My skills include having worked with children with...
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Part-time Caregiver And Nanny / Pet Care

House Springs, MO

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am currently available part time. I am editing this, that I am looking for 2-3 hours in the afternoons in child care. I have 25+ years caring for children including special needs children. I was employed by Special School District for nearly 19 years as a Teacher's Assistant and as a Substitute Teacher. I have 40 years of...
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Caring Helper

Pevely, MO

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$17/hr
Hello, I am and friendly person that enjoys working with kids and kids with special needs. I have cared for up to 7 kids at one time.
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House Springs, MO

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$24/hr
10 years experience
I've worked in the healthcare field specifically with special needs as an in-home aide for 14years. Though I am not fluent by any means in ASL I do know a little as I have worked with partially deaf individuals in the past. I've worked with downs syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism, add/add, and other diagnosis.
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Imperial, MO

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$20/hr
I'm currently a graduate student at Maryville University and will be starting a full time job as a speech language pathologist in July. I currently work as an aide for a special needs 10-year-old with a genetic condition similar to CP (but unnamed). I assist her in daily functions (bathing, dressing, walking with assist, active...
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Bonne Terre, MO

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$11/hr
10 years experience
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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Hillsboro, MO

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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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Gabrielle W.'s Photo

Hillsboro, MO

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have experience with many different situations including special education or those who have an intellectual disability. I was a special education teacher for three years as well as one of my children being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder when she was very young. I have experience with EPI pen injections, brushing...
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House Springs, MO

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Kassie and I am currently looking for a nanny position! When I graduated high school I went to college for a degree in early childhood education. I have not received a degree but in the past I have shadowed and assisted elementary classes and tutored special needs students. The nanny experience I have is with...
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Full time Babysitter Or Healthcare

Hillsboro, MO

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Special needs such as bathing, eating wound care and special education needs. I was a mentally challenged assistant who distributed the patients medication.
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  • The average post rate is $18.25/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0

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