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114 special needs caregivers are listed in Kansas City, MO
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Kansas City, MO
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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...
Kasey J.
Kansas City, MO
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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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...
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"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.
Christina B.
Kansas City, MO
$10-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have experience working with children and adults with special needs. I have worked in group homes, residential units and schools. I enjoy working with this population and love being able to help them live the best lives they can.
Abbragale B.
Kansas City, MO
$13-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Abby, I am 21 years old and am a senior at Rockhurst University in Kansas City, Missouri. I am a licensed EMT and have a plethora of medical and childcare backgrounds. I have been providing Respite care at Childserve for 5 years. I have experience in working with 2-21-year-olds. I absolutely love working with...
5.0
"Abby was reliable, on time, friendly, understanding, and interactive with my boys. I would recommend her!"
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Araceli G.
Kansas City, MO
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have a lot of experience taking care of clients that have dementia, Alzheimer's and Schizophrenia. I have CNA license and experience. I also took care of visually impaired clients as well as clients who are quadriplegic.
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"Araceli is a model caretaker! I have worked in the Healthcare industry. I know what professionalism looks like, and Araceli has it. She confirmed the morning of...then arrived on time. Araceli has a positive...
Reviewed by Karyn M.
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...
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"Jenna worked for my family (3 young children) as a nanny for a year and she was nothing but a blessing to us. She ALWAYS had a smile on her face and was a breath of fresh air. My children (and me!) adored her...
Reviewed by Beth W.
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Hi! I'm Olivia! I am currently a junior in college at Palm Beach Atlantic University! I am an outgoing, kind, patient, faith-filled, and hardworking individual who loves new experiences, caring for others, values safety & respect, and having fun! As a nanny, caregiver, home manager, & babysitter, I provide families with quality,...
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"I have watched Olivia interact with children and she always gives them loving attention, compassionate care, and enthusiastic energy!"
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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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I am a Full Spectrum Doula with 8 years of professional experience as a childcare provider. I am experienced and comfortable with all ages starting from 2 weeks old. 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 be happy...
5.0
"Emily was great, the kids loved her!"
Reviewed by Michele O.
Kathryn S.
Kansas City, MO
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring, Energetic, And Experienced Sitter/daycare Teacher
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Hello! I am a fun, playful sitter who has 10 years of experience babysitting, nannying, as well as working in both an in-home daycare and daycare/preschool facility. Families I've worked with in the past say they appreciate and enjoy my help because I play with and engage their children, rather than only supervise. I graduated...
5.0
"She arrived on time. I was also able to talk to her before the scheduled day to get to know each other better. Plus, the kids liked her. "
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Payton C.
Kansas City, MO
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
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I am a mother to 3 children ages 11, 8, and 5. I was a stay at home mom for 8 years and returned to work as an infant and toddler teacher at a private school. Clean background, fingerprinting, and CPR/First aid certified. I have experience with special needs/autism. I also have catering experience and food handlers card so can...
5.0
"The kids had fun. Played with playdough and board games. Happy and at ease both when we left and came back. "
Reviewed by Melissa T.
Rebekkah M.
Kansas City, MO
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hello my name is Rebekkah. I am a 22-year-old female and I live in Raytown MO. I currently don't have a license but have means of transportation to get to and from places. Professional experience is I use to work for a local school district as a Paraprofessional and helped special need middle school students learn. I have also...
5.0
"Did wonderful job with my children."
Reviewed by Monique A.
Angela C.
Kansas City, MO
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello! I'm available Monday thru Thursday after school
I'm a patient & caring sitter with over 20 years of experience caring for children of all ages including infants, toddlers, grade school, middle school kiddos and kids of all ages with special needs. I am currently a Registered Behavior Technician and I truly enjoy that...
5.0
"Angela was great with our two kiddos 6 and 3. They both were comfortable and happy right away. Our youngest really hated to see her go. Would definitely recommend her as a great sitter. 😊"
Reviewed by Melissa T.
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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...
5.0
"Sarah was wonderful! I booked her last minute through care.com, and we confirmed through text message the details.
Sarah's childcare was great! I have two young children and she did everything I could have...
Reviewed by Nick K.
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Hi! My name is Amanda P. I just settled in North KC after spending years traveling around the US. My degree is in Business Administration, but my expertise is in childcare. I have taken interim nanny/babysitting positions all around the country- and adored it! I now work full-time using my degree, but still love to hang with...
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"Amanda was a fantastic babysitter for my two toddlers! She was engaged, patient, and kind with them. I can tell that Amanda genuinely enjoys being with children and I would highly recommend her to other...
Reviewed by Jennifer B.
Ashlee J.
Kansas City, MO
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Stellar Nanny With 20+ Years Experience With Infant/Toddler/Twins
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Hi my name is Ashlee. I am a professional career nanny who has provided stellar service to families in KC & SF for the past 20 years, primarily those with infant/toddler twins.
I hold a BA in Art Education from SFSU, and have completed multiple ECE (Early Childhood Education) courses as well as Pediatric CPR certification...
5.0
"Ashlee was with us for five years and I wish we could have kept her forever! She started when our youngest was just a few months old and our twins were not yet two. That's a lot for anyone but Ashlee handled it...
Reviewed by Jennifer S.
Miyako R.
Kansas City, MO
$22-38/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Spunky And Outgoing Caregiver/Nanny With 10 Years' Experience, Seeking Full Time Employment.
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Hello Care, I am excited about Nannying! I have been in childcare over 15 years and a Professional Nanny just over 10 years. I received a Bachelor's of Liberal Arts from the UMKC in the fall of 2011. I am currently enrolled at SNHU in a MPH program. I am also trained as a Doula and studying to become a CPM. I currently looking...
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"My daughter said she had such a fun time with Ms. Mimi (Miyako)! Miyako was prompt and checked in via text with me while I was working which I really appreciated. We would happily hire her again! "
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Hi everyone! I am looking for a full-time position. I have worked in the child care industry for 14 years. Nine years working as a nanny and five years in a preschool/daycare. Have experience with all age groups, multiples, and special needs. I love doing crafts, reading, cooking with the kids, and much much more. I have my...
5.0
"She is unbelievable with my two little girls! They love her! "
Reviewed by Lauren W.
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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...
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"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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Hello! My name is Austin and I have two years experience working with clients ranging 2-20 years of age with diagnoses ranging from high functioning autism to chromosomal deletion. I am very passionate about helping people reach their latent potential for independence and happiness I would be thrilled to help your loved ones!
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kansas City, MO
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.
Abbragale B.
5.0
Abby was reliable, on time, friendly, understanding, and interactive with my boys. I would recommend her!
- Care member
Araceli G.
5.0
Araceli is a model caretaker! I have worked in the Healthcare industry. I know what professionalism looks like, and Araceli has it. She confirmed the morning of...then arrived on time. Araceli has a positive attitude when asked to do a task. Worked while we talked...Kept her phone calls to a...
- Karyn M.
Jenna H.
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.
- Mary M.
Olivia H.
5.0
Olivia has been caring for children of all ages since she was a young teen. The children and their parents speak highly of her and would often schedule her several weeks out as she would book up quickly in the neighborhood. Olivia has continued to study child development and communication. She...
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Ratings for Kansas City, MO special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Kansas City, MO are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 38 reviews of the 114 listed special needs caregivers.