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My career was 30+ years of direct care for children and leadership of programs that provided services to young children with and without special needs and women and children in domestic violence situations. Most of the children were infants and preschoolers, but I cared for older children as well. I retired to spend more time...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Home modification
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
mobility assistance
10+ years experience with special needs and seniors with Alzheimer or dementia . At the present I am working with elderly in the weekend. I am able to prepared meals, get them ready in the morning, take them to bathroom, put them to bed, administer the medication, take them out for lunch or errands and housekeeping. Also I have...
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
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I have 8 years of experience supervising children, and six years of experience teaching kids with special needs. I love to teach and have fun with children of all ages. I am very flexible and would love to help out anyone who is in need of an extra set of hands during the summer!
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Graduate student at Rockhurst University pursuing my master's in occupational therapy. I have three years experience working as a co-teacher at Mitchell Woods Preschool and Daycare in St. Joseph, Missouri and I have been babysitting since I was 13. I have the most experience with children ages 0-4 years old. I also have...
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
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I work full-time as a teacher but I love to fill my off-time watching kiddos! I have 15+ years of paid child care experience with all ages and abilities. I also have extensive experience working with individuals with special needs, specifically with high behavioral needs. I have reliable transportation and love being active with...
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
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I really enjoy working with those who need a little extra assistance with their daily activities. Whether it's personal care needs, housekeeping, running errands or just a friend to spend time with, I have the skills, experience, and compassion that would hopefully make life just a bit easier and more meaningful for those who...
Hi! My name is Lisa and I have both personal and paid experience caring for clients with autism, developmental delays, adhd, cognitive delays, and a multitude of other special needs diagnosis. Most recently, I have been caring for Alzheimer's/ dementia clients, end-stage disease and hospice. I am redirecting my career to focus...
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- $20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
Hi! I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, I have since worked for many families with kids from 3 months to 12 years. For the past two summers I have nannied full and part time. I have experience working with children who have autism and other special needs.
I am a third grade teacher, I am in my third year of...
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As I start to obtain my Bachelor's in Sociology, and as a Behavioral Therapist at Trumpet Behavioral Health, human services is a main priority. As I work with kids with autism on a daily basis, I am fit to teach and bond with your loved ones.
Personal care
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
companionship
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I have experience working with seniors, children, and adults with special needs. My experience includes cooking, cleaning, personal care, and more. I am kind, empathetic, and nurturing.
I am a college graduate with a degree in Elementary Education. I currently work with adults on the spectrum and absolutely love it.
As a Registered Behavior Technician I have implemented individualized programs based on ABA principles including functional communication training, feeding and daily living skills. As well as managed severe problem behavior through implementation of the behavior intervention plan. I am passionate about getting to watch the...
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
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Hello! I have been working with children since I was 15, and most recently, I provided in-home care for 5-year-old twin girls, 8-4 Monday-Friday for over a year, and their 7-year-old brother during his school breaks. I had spent two years before this job working in various coffee shops around the Kansas City area but found...
Hello! My name is JaShawn but most people call me J (Jay). I graduated from the University of Kansas with a bachelor's in Applied Behavior Science with an emphasis on early childhood intervention and minored in Psychology. I have 3 years experience working as a Registered Behavior Technician; where I worked with children on the...
Hello, I'm a certified nurses assistant graduate. I am confident that I would be an asset for any current or future position that may be available, I'm willing to help with your loved one cause that's what I love to do for people who need the help.
Hello, I have the most experience with NG tubes, Ostomy care, Trach Care and incontinence in infants and elderly. I have worked with the adult population as well. I have my first aid through the American Heart Association. I am also a licensed CNA with the state of Kansas.
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
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My background: I've worked nights/weekends in NICU, newborn nursery, and Labor and Delivery as a patient care tech and surgical tech for 13+ years and part-time days as a nanny for a wonderful family with a special needs little man and his little bro until they started school full time (through COVID too) for 7+...
Light cleaning
dementia
errands
home modification
companionship
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Hi, I have a year of experience caring for seniors and special needs clients in both in-home and assisted living environments. I love helping people and seeing them achieve the best quality of life. I am patient, punctual and love to get to know my clients on a personal level.
I have worked with special needs adults and children. I have been a caregiver off and on for 10 years. I just ended a career in Law Enforcement and have training in First Aid and CPR.
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
I love kids! And I have a lot of experience with babies and toddlers and special needs children. I am CPR certified and have had training in the medical field from my previous job KU medical. Nannying is very special to me, I think it is important to give good care and make sure the child is happy and in a nurturing environment....
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