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Emily M.

Babysitter

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am an experienced Full Spectrum Doula with 10 years of professional experience as a childcare provider. I am experienced and comfortable with all ages starting from birth. I am trained in both first aid and CPR and have a lot of experience with children with special needs. I am comfortable with pets, I love animals and would...

Care Member says "Caring, reliable and nice. The first day she worked for us, my kids asked when is she coming back, which shows a lot about her kindness!"

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Loving, Nurturing And Responsible Nanny

Blue Springs, MO

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 18 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
I am a very enthusiastic, responsible, musical and creative former teacher! I am currently not available for childcare, only tutoring, piano lessons or pet sitting. As I do have a 18-month-old child, they would need to be able to accompany me to any job. I taught for seven years as a full time high school Spanish teacher. I am...

Rayon W. says "You won't regret it. Meriam is AMAZING!!"

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Seeking Temporary Placement Until April 18th

Kansas City, MO

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
Over the years, I've worked many childcare jobs, from babysitting to being a full-time nanny starting with babysitting at 12 years of age. Each experience and child has taught me how to better provide care. I make learning fun, do arts and crafts, be supportive and help children to grow and excel. My experience includes 24 years...
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Experienced Baby Sitter Available

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Sarah. I have many years of experience with children. I have worked in a couple daycares as a teacher from infant to PreK. I have also earned my Bachelors in elementary education so I have learned a great deal on how to care for children. From earning my degree, I completed student teaching and moved into...

Care Member says "Sarah is fantastic. We hired her for 9 months with our then 2.5 yr old boy, and she was awesome. He was always excited to see her, and she was great...

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Blue Springs, MO

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$13/hr
4 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
meal prep
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
I was a day program team lead for special needs adults for three years as well as almost a year assisting special needs adults obtain employment! I have extensive experience in medication administration.
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Experienced Part-Time Caregiver Available

Kansas City, MO

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
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...
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Kansas City, MO

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...
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Gentle, Loving Caregiver

Blue Springs, MO

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Respite care
errands
transportation
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...
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Kansas City, MO

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$20/hr
7 years experience
I work with people with severe developmental disabilities and behavioral challenges. I have my bachelor of science in psychology and sociology, and I am halfway through a graduate program to get my masters degree. I am very educated on the special needs population, I am very patient, adaptable, creative, and I have a great sense...
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Blue Springs, MO

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$25/hr
10 years experience
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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Tutoring Help And Babysitting

Kansas City, MO

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
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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Kansas City, MO

from
$25/hr
6 years experience
A passionate and experienced Caregiver with 5+ years of experience providing compassionate and attentive care to elderly and disabled individuals
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Kansas City, MO

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$15/hr
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.
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Care Giver With Elementary Education Degree.

Blue Springs, MO

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I am a college graduate with a degree in Elementary Education. I currently work with adults on the spectrum and absolutely love it.
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Kansas City, MO

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$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
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...
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Kansas City, MO

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$10/hr
I worked as a mentor with special needs students all throughout high school. I also worked as a special education paraprofessional for the high schools during their summer school program. With this, I majored in K-12 special education for two years at both Missouri Western State University and the University of Nebraska at...
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Senior Caregiver Part- Time

Kansas City, MO

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
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.
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CNA

Kansas City, MO

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
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.
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Caring, Compassionate Provider

Kansas City, MO

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$10/hr
3 years experience
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.
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Looking To Care Tor Your Kiddos!

Kansas City, MO

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am seeking to care for your children at my home or yours! I have an almost 4-year-old daughter of my own and lots of experience caring for other kiddos and my own younger siblings throughout life. I work with children and adults with severe developmental disabilities so I am very comfortable and efficient with working with...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.88/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Independence, MO

Special Needs Caregivers in Independence, MO are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Emily M.

Caring, reliable and nice. The first day she worked for us, my kids asked when is she coming back, which shows a lot about her kindness!

- Care member

Meriam D.

You won't regret it. Meriam is AMAZING!!

- Rayon W.

Sarah S.

Sarah is fantastic. We hired her for 9 months with our then 2.5 yr old boy, and she was awesome. He was always excited to see her, and she...

- Care member

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