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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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Justin M.


Hillsboro, MO

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

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I have a wide variety of experience with different disabilities. This includes physical disabilities. I can help with bathing/toileting, transfers, medicine, and basic house keep.
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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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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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Suzanne B.


High Ridge, MO

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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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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Lillie N.


Arnold, MO

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver With CPR Training, Pet Expertise, And Reliable Transportation

5.0

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Hello, families! I'm excited to introduce myself as a versatile and dependable caregiver available on Care. com. My multifaceted background ensures that your loved ones are in safe and caring hands. With certifications in both adult and child CPR, safety is at the forefront of my caregiving approach. I bring peace of mind...
5.0
"Lillie has watched my son (and our dog who loves her) for the past few months. She arrives early. She responds to texts promptly and overall she has great communication skills. She has become our go-to sitter...

Reviewed by Kathryn B.

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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
"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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Angela E.


Crystal City, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

4.0

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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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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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Rachel S.


High Ridge, MO

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Moderate / Sever Special Education Teaching Credential Student

5.0

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I am currently in the moderate / severe teaching credential program at CSUF. I have experience with students with disabilities as a volunteer at church and as an aide in a classroom in the PYLUSD District. I have also taken quite a few Special Education classes for my previous Bachelor's degree and currently in my credential...
5.0
"Rachel is absolutely delightful! I hired her as a direct support person for my 19-year-old son who has Non-Verbal Autism and challenging behaviors. She jumped right in, eager to learn and lend a much-needed...

Reviewed by Kristen L.

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Debbie P.


Eureka, MO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Senior Care

5.0

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Hi, I'm a mom of 3 grown children and only one living at home. I'm looking for part time possibly after school for a few hours and preferably in my area. I work full time as a paraprofessional and a substitute teacher for the Special School District in Rockwood. I've also worked as a Pre-K teacher for 8 years. I love kids! I'm...
5.0
"Debbie stayed with our older kids for four days and three nights and was amazing. She is very trustworthy, kind and professional. She got our kids up and ready for school and got them to their various...

Reviewed by Marla W.

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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 been wonderful for our family! She is reliable, punctual and great with our two girls (9 & 10). In their free time they play games, do crafts, and talk about books - they have so much fun! She...

Reviewed by Lynn B.

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Jean W.


House Springs, MO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver And Nanny / Pet Care

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I am currently available part time.. 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 caring for pets.
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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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Kathryn R.


High Ridge, MO

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Experienced Teacher/Housekeeper

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My name is Kathy and I have worked as a child and adult care professional for over 30 years . I started my career as a restaurant manager, and after having children, started working in child care. I have experience working with special needs children, and with infants through school agers. I am currently a personal housekeeper...
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Jean W.


House Springs, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker

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I was a Substitute Teacher/Teacher Assistant with Special School district 2006 - January 2019. Prior to that, 2001-2004, I was full time. I have worked primarily with children with autism. I have accompanied students on community access on various outings to movies, malls, restaurants, and stores. At this time, I am seeking...
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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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Leslee M.


House Springs, MO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

30 Years RN Experience. CPR. Reliable.

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Experience with mental function decline. Special needs. Experience in Nursing homes, Alzheimer's unit, Nursing Supervisor. Case Management . Caregiver medication class teacher. Not much surprise's me , I am friendly and enjoy stories of others lives. Attentive and engaged. Thank you!
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Leslee M.


House Springs, MO

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

RN

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I have been in nursing for 30+ years Worked with all age, care needs. Instructor, supervisor, administrator in work history. I have not had Covid shot. I want to work outside the normal nursing system and do what I enjoy which is taking care of people.
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Adrienne A.


High Ridge, MO

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Momma

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I am 42-year-old mommy with a full time job with the Department of Defense for the last 18 years. I am have three children, all with special needs, currently 11, 12 and 17 - with Autism, ADHD, ODD, Anxiety - so I am very experienced dealing with all kinds of unique needs. I absolutely LOVE babies!! Currently care for my sister's...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hillsboro, MO

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.

Lillie N.

5.0

Lillie has watched my son (and our dog who loves her) for the past few months. She arrives early. She responds to texts promptly and overall she has great communication skills. She has become our go-to sitter and has given this single mom the breaks she has been greatly needing.

- Kathryn B.

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.

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

Rachel S.

5.0

Rachel is absolutely delightful! I hired her as a direct support person for my 19-year-old son who has Non-Verbal Autism and challenging behaviors. She jumped right in, eager to learn and lend a much-needed hand. She took direction well, asked good questions, was proactive, and was not afraid to...

- Kristen L.

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