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Hello my names Harmony, I have a variety of experiences with kids with disabilities. I've been a Sped Para for about 4 years in two different school districts. I'm currently working on my RBT certification as well. I'm a pretty shy at first but love children! I want to be there to help you and the kid in anyway I can. I know how...
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Harmony C.
Grain Valley, MO
$18-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello my names Harmony. I have over 10 plus years in experience with children. All ages as well as special needs kids as well. I enjoy children and helping them learn new things. My availability is pretty open currently. If you have any questions feel free to message me.
I'd describe my personality as positive, helpful, kind
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I grew up with my autistic brother. He never had a drivers license and walked everywhere or rode a bike. One particular snowy night he was walking home from Walmart on a street that had no sidewalks. A pickup with a snow plow on the front hit my brother a knocked him into a deep ditch. He was life-flighted to Kansas City where...
5.0
"Larry is a great guy & really helped me out. Being single with no family in town I was always concerned about what I would do if I ever needed a surgery driver. Larry provided early morning transportation to...
Reviewed by Paul M.
5.0
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Highlights:
- Recently vaccinated for the current Covid and flu strains.
- My passion is working with children and families.
- Kindness is my cornerstone.
- Extensive experience with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary ages.
- Over eight years of experience as a caregiver.
- Certified in First Aid and CPR/AED for...
5.0
"We cannot recommend Maryellen highly enough! From our initial interview to the many times she has cared for our children, she has felt like a member of our family. Not only is she punctual, qualified, and...
Reviewed by Andrea E.
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Hi my name is Emma! I am a board certified music therapist working at a special education school in the Kansas City area! I have over 10 years of child care experience ranging from ages newborn to 15. I have worked with children in a variety of different settings from babysitting, to teaching piano lessons and swim lessons and...
5.0
"Emma was amazing! She has such a great personality. I have a 5 month old and she did such a great job with him while my husband and I went to watch a baseball game."
Reviewed by Emily L.
Ashley B.
Lees Summit, MO
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Ashley , I currently work with individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. I have been with the company for 4 years and have been working directly with our individuals for about 2 years. I love what I do and would love to help someone else out as well. I am also studying to become a Special...
Belinda C.
Blue Springs, MO
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have worked for persons with special needs for 15 years. I have a passion for helping people in need.
Ashleigh B.
Blue Springs, MO
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have worked the majority of my adult life in healthcare mostly in the IDD department. I started off caring for individuals in their homes, moved to a day service settings then to employment coordination and ultimately in case management prior to moving to Missouri. I do have a CNA license for Kansas, but not certified in...
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I have over 5 years of experience in childcare, as well as clinical experience working with kids in elementary school! I've babysat for up to 4 children at a time in the past, and worked with ages ranging from newborns to 13 years old. I also have experience with special needs kids, specifically autism. I'm willing to help out...
Jillian R.
Lone Jack, MO
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Jillian. I have been nannying/babysitting for 5ish years with lots of experience with kiddos of all ages and personalities. I have experience with special needs as well as medical needs. I have my own transportation and am very comfortable with animals of all shapes and sizes! I love crafts, reading, learning, and...
Christina L.
Blue Springs, MO
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi there! My name is Christina. I have experience working in schools as a paraprofessional, working in
at daycares, and working in nursing facilities. I have also taught at a special needs school and cared for adults with special needs in their homes. Currently, I am working on a hospital. I am looking for a full time nanny...
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I have been babysitting and nannying for well over 10 years. I have babysat infants to teens. I have special needs experience and I used to work in a trauma center so I am very diligent about health and safety. I am very attentive, caring, and loving. I love animals so pets aren't an issue. I don't smoke and I have good hygiene....
Paige G.
Bates City, MO
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm Paige, I'm 20 years old and I worked at an early childhood center for 2 1/2 years but have been babysitting since I was 15. I'm a new mom to a sweet 3-month-old boy and am currently going to college for Speech Language Pathology and Psychology. I also worked in a nursing home for 2 years and have experience with food...
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I have been babysitting since I was about 10, but before that I was with kids even then. I enjoy babysitting, and find myself very happy to be around such bright and open minds. I am CPR certified, have done years of babysitting, taken parenting courses, watched children (all ages) over night, and for days in a row. Know how to...
Grace S.
Bates City, MO
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I'm Grace! I'm am 20 years old and my child care experience starts with my 4 younger siblings. I have watched them while both parents were at work at the age of about 14 or 15. My siblings then where between the ages of 2 and 12. I also have worked with children doing equine therapy for special needs kids for several...
Rebecca L.
Lees Summit, MO
$13-20/hr
I Worked With Some Special Needs Students In Highschool And Loved It.
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I worked with some special needs students in highschool and loved it. I worked in a before and after school program that also allowed me to work with them more! Im a fast learner, and love all kids! Please consider me to learn, and help you out too! I didn't attend college but I would've loved to continue this career path.
Margaret N.
Lees Summit, MO
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Special Education Teacher with kids for 3 year.
Former daily support individual for Foster Adopt Connect providing trauma-informed practices.
Former Daily Support Person with adult group homes providing care for adults with special needs.
Ashley B.
Lees Summit, MO
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have been babysitting for neighbors and family friends since I was about 12 or 13. I have watched all ages from new born to 13 or 14. I can make bottles, change diapers, and more. I am very good with children all ages. I am comfortable with pets. I have experience with special needs kids. I am learning ASL, I know enough to be...
Margaret N.
Lees Summit, MO
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I'm currently finishing my Degree in Special Education and Elementary Education at Northwest Missouri State University.
I currently am working at the Nodaway Association of Group homes assisting adults with developmental disabilities with everyday task such as cleaning, shopping, community outings, social settings, etc.
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Kaitlin B.
Blue Springs, MO
$10-15/hr • 18 yrs exp
I Am Looking To Help A Family For The Summer And Have Lots Of Fun!
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I am a mom of the coolest 10-year-old boy. I have a back ground in special education. I have worked with families that had multiple children at different ages. I am looking for a family that has room for a fun filled summer of activities. I do not smoke, I have worked with children with special needs and allergies. I hope I can...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Grain Valley, MO
Larry J.
5.0
Larry is a great guy & really helped me out. Being single with no family in town I was always concerned about what I would do if I ever needed a surgery driver. Larry provided early morning transportation to my surgery & got me home in good shape. Larry was in touch with me the night before...
- Paul M.
Maryellen D.
5.0
I was incredibly anxious to go back to work and have anybody else watch him. Being able to have someone in our home for his first year has been such a relief. Our son absolutely adores Maryellen and lights up any time she comes over. She has been so wonderful with him and we are so grateful she’s...
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Emma W.
5.0
Emma was amazing! She has such a great personality. I have a 5 month old and she did such a great job with him while my husband and I went to watch a baseball game.
- Emily L.
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