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Wendy W.

Kansas City, MO

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$13/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with children and adults with special needs. I have worked with them in schools, residential facilities, group homes, and private homes.
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Kansas City, MO

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$25/hr
Hello, my name is Karla. I am recent grad of the University of Missouri Kansas City with a bachelors in business and marketing and an associates in early childhood development. I am also CPR certified. I love to care for others and I have passion and patience for those who need care of all ages. I have experience working with...
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Special-Needs Specialist

Kansas City, MO

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$22/hr
10 years experience
I'm a mom of two grown daughters, no grandbabies on the way just yet. I'm looking to keep my skills sharp by helping a family or families out this summer and fall. I'll be accepting offers from families from now (July 2024) through August 2024. I am a licensed clinical counselor, have extensive experience with families living...
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Hello! My Name Is Leah. I Am A Special Education Teacher. I Am Patient, Kind And Great Listener!

Kansas City, MO

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$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I love working with kids because it is a great joy to watch kids learn new things and it is so much fun to create fun activities and have them participate! I am very patient with kids with special needs and throughly enjoy helping them be involved in activities! I'm looking for a job that I can work with babies, toddlers and...
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Pet Support

Kansas City, MO

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$14/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I am currently studying Strategic Communications at UMKC, set to graduate in 2025. The past 6 years I've spent as a hairstylist and have made a large career shift, working in internships for sustainability centers and working in spaces valuing sustainability. I am available for pet sitting in home (not overnight stays) as well...
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Kansas City, MO

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I am a college graduate from the University of Missouri. I have a degree in psychology. I currently work as a Social Worker at a non-profit mental health clinic! Previously I was a Registered Behavior Technician implementing behavioral therapy to children who have special needs. I have experience with children of all...
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Caring Nanny

Kansas City, MO

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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Kansas City, MO

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$16/hr
20 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Early childhood and special education teacher. I have a lot of great experience working in and out of school settings. I have Nannied for families with multiple children of all ages, as well as single child homes and children with special needs. I have a consistent and loving approach in caring for families. I use a creative...
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Reliable Mom And Teacher Looking To Help You In Your Home

Kansas City, MO

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$25/hr
20 years experience
teacher of 16 years who is loves spending time with kids of all ages. I have experience with children with special needs. independent, nurturing, and charismatic I like working with kids because shaping the future is important to me. I enjoy playing, creating art, and being silly. helping with homework, teaching how to cook,...
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Caring And Compassionate Nanny/Babysitter

Kansas City, MO

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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am experienced in working with children ranging from infancy to teen. Through my experience as a elementary school substitute teacher and a early education Pre-K assistant, I have learned so many skills in working with children on a personal and social level. Working with kids is my passion. I am trained in Infant Safe Sleep,...
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Kansas City, MO

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a caring and experienced childcare provider with over 20 years of experience working with children of all ages from infancy thru school aged. I hold a CPR and first aid certification and have experience in daycare settings and private homes. I'm very passionate about creating a fun and stimulating environment for children....
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Part Time Creative And Energetic Caregiver

Kansas City, MO

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I would describe myself as a very active, energetic, artistic, and curious person. I love trying new things, exploring, creating, relaxing with a book, you name it. I have a few years experience caring for children from my job with Kid's Zone, where I also cared for children with special needs. I worked at a daycare for a little...
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Experienced Part-Time Caregiver Available

Kansas City, MO

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
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...
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Kansas City, MO

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$19/hr
20 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Early childhood, Elementary and special education teacher. I have a lot of great experience working in and out of school settings. I have Nannied for families with multiple children of all ages, as well as single child homes and children with special needs. I am comfortable with pets and helping with house chores. I can do...
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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
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 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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Kansas City, MO

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi there! I am currently working around 30 hours per week as a professional organizer in Kansas City. The hours are M-F 9a-3p for that job, however, some weeks have less clients than others which results in me having some daytime availability on occasion. On days I am not scheduled, or evenings throughout the week (4pm-10pm), I...
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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
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 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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Loving And Experienced Nanny

Kansas City, MO

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Sara. I'm a mom of 2 wonderful boys that I share with my husband in the Northland. I have worked with kids since I was 14. I have done so many different careers that all included working with children in some capacity. My sister has special needs so I grew up taking of her and still do. I'm drawn to helping kids...
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Kansas City, MO

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a phlebotomist/medical assistant currently attending nursing school. I have little over 3 years experience working with both special needs and neurotypical children . I would love to help out with childcare, chores, carpooling or anything else that needs to be done around the house.
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Creative, Caring And Professional.

Kansas City, MO

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Thank you for considering me for your childcare needs! I have ample experience working with children in many different environments. I ran a Mother's Day Away summer day care for two years, in which I watched up to six children under the age of six at the same time. I also worked as an after school nanny for two middle aged boys...
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