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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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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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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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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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Marissa M.


Crystal City, MO

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Marissa

4.5

(4)

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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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
My husband and I were so blessed to have found Marissa as a part-time nanny for our baby girl, from the ages of 3-9 months. We had an immediate connection with her, and were continually impressed with her...

Reviewed by Amy D.

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Alisha M.


Imperial, MO

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Associates Degree In Early Childhood Available Evening And Weekends

5.0

(3)

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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...

Recent reviews:

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...

Reviewed by Jennifer L.

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Rian C.


Imperial, MO

$16/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Reliable!

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I have 5 years of experience. As the oldest of 6, I am comfortable helping with cooking/meal prep, errands, grocery shopping, crafts, and remote learning. I do have experience with special needs children. I am a senior in high school set to graduate at the end of May!
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Bailey N.


Imperial, MO

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

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I will be completing my master's degree in special education after May of 2022. I have experience with autism, dyslexia, Down syndrome, mobility needs, developmental delays, and more.
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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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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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Miranda A.


Imperial, MO

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello! I'm Miranda. I started babysitting when I was 12 years old. Most of my experience is with babies and toddlers. I have experience working with children and adults who have autism, are nonverbal and multiple other mental and physical disorders/disabilities. I'm very friendly, caring, patient and smoke-free. I have my own...
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Justin V.


Imperial, MO

$18-32/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Justin

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My name is Justin and for the last 10+ years, I've worked at and help run one of the best adult day programs in Missouri. I love helping and guiding adults with developmental disabilities to be their best and live their best lives. I teach life skills and job skills. I enjoy finding things in the community that my customers (or...
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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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Brittany B.


Imperial, MO

$18/hr3 yrs exp

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I can provide care to all age groups [including pets!], I am CPR/First Aid certified, and a mom to 3 boys and 12 guinea pigs! I am always willing to learn new things, and often self educate on various topics. I would love to be of assistance with care, meal preparations, household cleaning, laundry and being a companion. My...
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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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Kerri T.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-22/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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...

Recent review:

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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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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Alexandria was great! We will definitely have her back to watch our little girl again.

Reviewed by Mckenzi L.

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Nekhia B.


Saint Louis, MO

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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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...

Recent reviews:

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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Kennedee A.


Columbia, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

3.7

(3)

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I have been working with children since I was 13 years old and I am now 26. I have experience with children from newborn- 15 years old, also have experience with special needs children. I have no problem doing extra activities for your family and children. I also have worked with elderly for the past 6 years. I love to care for...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Kennedee was great with my kiddos! They're already asking when she will come back!

Reviewed by Mick S.

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Sheila B.


Saint Louis, MO

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

5.0

(2)

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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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Sheila was a wonderful nanny and I would recommend her to anyone. She took great care of our special needs son.

Reviewed by Sara G.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Herculaneum, MO

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.

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.

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.

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

Nekhia B.

5.0

Khia was awesome! Kiddo is already asking when she can be watched by her again.

- Alayna A.

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