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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Kansas City, KS
The average rate is $17/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Kansas City, KS
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Hello! My name is Marcela, I'm currently working towards becoming a Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor for children/adults on the autism spectrum. I currently work in the Autism Program for the school district of North KC. Working with kids of all ages & backgrounds really is an awesome experience to have. They always...
Ashley S.
Kansas City, KS
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Ashley . I am an elementary special education teacher . I work with students with Autism, learning disabilities, Emotional Behavior Disability, as well as many other needs. Caring for kids with disabilities is my passion and my job, so you can trust that your children be in good hands. :)
Daijeona W.
Kansas City, KS
$14-19/hr
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I love kids. Orginally I thought I'd be working with children as a teacher but my heart was stolen when I met my client. And started providing care to three elderly and disabled Veterans
Thelma D.
Kansas City, KS
$17-25/hr
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I am a caring and responsible caregiver with a CPR certification and experience caring for special needs people.
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Hello! Thank you for taking time to read my profile. I have a heart and passion for individuals with disabilities. I have been a caregiver for three families with kiddos with disabilities including Down syndrome, Autism, and Deafness. I know ASL. I have been a tutor both in high school and college for individuals with...
Dominique A.
Kansas City, KS
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Child Care Worker From 8a.m -5p.m and Home Health Care from 8a.m-5p.m
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I have been doing home health for the past two years and I enjoy it. Taking care of people is what I love to do. I have worked in two different homes in the past and I am looking to go back to doing home health.
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Hi I'm Shannon! I am a nurse looking for a family who needs occasional sitting. I am creative, outgoing, and great with kids. I have plenty of experience with all ages of children from newborn and up. I love the outside and participating various types of activities such as reading, playing sports, and arts and crafts with kids....
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Hello! My name is Amanda. I have eight years of nanny experience. Most of this time was spend with one family. I was with them for 6 years until the kids got old enough to watch themselves! I have worked with children who have special needs as well as families with children in the foster care system. I am happy to run errands,...
Lacey O.
Kansas City, KS
$12/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Attendant Looking For Work With Elderly Or Special Needs Children.
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I am 38 years old and new to the area and have been in the medical field for 20 years. I have a wide range of experience from working with severe patients on hospice to light house keeping and companionship. I am certified in working with people with traumatic brain injuries teaching them how to live with their brain injuries. I...
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Hi! I am a recent grad from the University of Kansas (Go Jayhawks!). Having lived in Kansas my whole life I have worked with kids of many different ages. My first job with kids was babysitting a 5-year-old girl and her 10-month-old brother! I went on to work with the YMCA where I was a Y-leader for ages 6-11. While attending...
5.0
"We have cycled through several nannies as our children have grown up and Mena is the BEST! By far! We were so fortunate to have her in our lives for 3+ years. As a person she is kind, thoughtful, intelligent,...
Reviewed by Meghan S.
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Olivia S.
Kansas City, KS
$18-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have always had a passion for working with children, I've worked with children with and without special needs since I was 13 years old (volunteer work) and 18 years old (paid work).
Some fun facts about me: I am working towards my Bachelors in Education (graduating in spring 2024). I've also had four years experience...
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I have worked with children for almost 30 years, both as a teacher in a special needs classroom, and as a nanny for eight families (two sets of twins). I currently work for a family with three children, Monday- Thursday. I am looking for something part-time, either on Fridays and/or the weekends. I love children of all ages and...
Carly S.
Prairie Village, KS
$28/hr • 5 yrs exp
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My name is Carly and I'm an experienced and enthusiastic caregiver! From being a personal support worker, to an adoption specialist, I have learned to care for and connect with children of all ages and backgrounds. I understand taking care of children with special needs requires a lot of patience and understanding that each...
5.0
"Carly is a very loyal, hard-working person who always gets the job done even if it means picking up the slack of others. She is a great employee and has strong work ethic. She is very kind to everyone around...
Reviewed by Anna P.
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Hi, my name is Dustin . am a 21-year-old, currently majoring in special education at the University of Oklahoma. I have worked as a SPED Para for Blue Valley School Districts, for their summer school program, 2 years in a row. I am also an Eagle Scout, and have 3 years experience working at an overnight camp for special needs...
5.0
"Dustin was great! My son is an adult with special needs so Dustin's background with Special Olympics and Special Education was perfect! So attentive to my son's needs and they had a lot of fun! I am grateful...
Reviewed by Keri S.
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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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Most of my work experience has been related to children and I have thoroughly enjoyed them all. For the last two years, I have worked as a nanny/personal assistant to a wonderful family in the Denver Metro area. Before that, I worked as a Sign Language Interpreter at an elementary school for 4+ years. There I mainstreamed deaf...
Julia Z.
Shawnee, KS
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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I'd describe my personality as funny , caring, loving
In my spare time, I like to go on walks , travel and spend time with my 3-year-old
My skills include
Special needs care
Medication
Tube feeding
5.0
"Julia got along great with our 4 year old and easily kept him happy and entertained all evening. Thank you, Julia!"
Reviewed by Ashley P.
Kasey J.
Kansas City, MO
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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I am a former Director of Social Services in geriatric psych. I have extensive experience working with children, inpatient psych, and adults aged 18-65. I am contracted with DMH to care for individuals with autism, as well. I am single and live alone with pets. I have background check/clearance to provide that I'm cleared on the...
5.0
"Kasey has been an amazing companion and caregiver for me. I've been restricted to a chair for weeks, due to a broken leg, unable to bear any weight for walking or other movement. It's been a challenging time,...
Reviewed by Alisa B.
Jenna H.
Kansas City, MO
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Nanny, Much Experience With Kids With Special Needs
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I am compassionate, loving, flexible, and fun. I spent about 10 years as a nanny for different families, throughout that time, with kids ranging from newborn to middle school. I have taken the last few years off but I miss it! I am looking for a part time gig. I would love to meet to see if I could be a good fit to love on your...
5.0
"Jenna has cared for our three girls for almost two years. She is like a part of our family and my kids absolutely adore her."
Reviewed by Mary M.
5.0
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I am a former teacher looking for nannying/babysitting/pet sitting or tutoring opportunities. I taught for 8 years before taking a leave this school year to become a certified life consultant and go to a Bible school. Prior to teaching 5th, I have also taught 4th and 1st, as well as, preschool in the summers. I earned my...
5.0
"She was our part time summer nanny, and the little one loves her. She did crafts, playtime at the park, and field trips to the zoo. Very trustworthy, we definitely will hire her again!"
Reviewed by Sasha K.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kansas City, KS
Mena H.
5.0
We have cycled through several nannies as our children have grown up and Mena is the BEST! By far! We were so fortunate to have her in our lives for 3+ years. As a person she is kind, thoughtful, intelligent, and generous. As a caretaker she is flexible, dependable, and wonderful with children. She...
- Meghan S.
Carly S.
5.0
Carly is a very loyal, hard-working person who always gets the job done even if it means picking up the slack of others. She is a great employee and has strong work ethic. She is very kind to everyone around her and stays calm even in the worst of situations. I would trust her to do anything!
- Anna P.
Dustin M.
5.0
Dustin was great! My son is an adult with special needs so Dustin's background with Special Olympics and Special Education was perfect! So attentive to my son's needs and they had a lot of fun! I am grateful for his care and definitely recommend his services!
- Keri S.
Julia Z.
5.0
Julia got along great with our 4 year old and easily kept him happy and entertained all evening. Thank you, Julia!
- Ashley P.
Kasey J.
5.0
Kasey has been an amazing companion and caregiver for me. I've been restricted to a chair for weeks, due to a broken leg, unable to bear any weight for walking or other movement. It's been a challenging time, but Kasey has helped make it bearable. She has been in charge of my meals, hygiene, and...
- Alisa B.
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