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Hello! My name is Ava and I am looking to work with individuals with disabilities! I have worked with multiple individuals for the last 4 years, and absolutely love it. They bring me so much happiness!! I am caring, responsible, fun, and passionate about helping others. If you are in need of some extra help, please message me!
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My focus of emphasis, at Washburn, was in Adaptive Special Education. I received various coursework over properly working with students of special needs along with an eight-week student teaching internship working with a K-3 Elementary SPED teacher at a school in Lawrence, KS. I also plan to obtain a master's in Special...
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I am currently a senior at the University of Kansas, majoring in Unified Early Childhood Education with a specialization in Special Education.
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I have worked with special populations of children for 5 years in schools, and assisted with adults at a yearly summer camp.
Hello, my name is Trust and I am a certified CNA, with my licenses in CPR and First Aid. I have experience providing in home care, as well as working at a long-term care facility, and Lawrence Memorial Hospital. I attend JCCC part-time to pursue a degree in psychology, and I hope to talk with you soon!
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People with special needs are truly amazing. I believe they are all capable of accomplishing so much. I love helping them achieve great heights!
I currently work through Helper's Inc. every Thursday. I care for a child with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their own home while their parents are at work. I assist...
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I am looking for a caregiver position. For the last year, I have worked with a few different families & led them through virtual school during the Covid shutdown, but I have been a nanny for several years. I have experience working with kids with ASD, ADD, anxiety, & speech delay. I know basic ASL. I volunteered w/ various...
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I recently began a job at a company working with adults with developmental disabilities and I have absolutely loved it! Unfortunately, I am moving back to Kansas from Idaho and will not be able to continue my career with my current employer. I would love to be able to do similar work in Kansas. I have experience with one on one...
Growing up with an autistic brother has allowed me to work with and around all of the challenges that a special needs child can offer. Along with living with and experiencing a sibling on the Autism Spectrum for 18 years, I have worked with blind and deaf children, as well as those with ADD and ADHD. Through my experiences, I...
Hello! My name is Paula and I would love to care for your loved one. I can do laundry, reminder of meds, feed, dress, bathe, pretty much I can help with anything.
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I am currently a third year PT student at KU Med and am on my clinical rotations. While I have never been a consistent caregiver for individuals with special needs, I am highly experienced in different forms of care. I have volunteered with the Special Olympics and am able to manage a variety of emotions, symptoms, and...
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carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi my name is Katie and I am 21 years old studying at the University of Kansas. I have worked with a couple different families with children of all ages in the past years. I also have experience caring for children with special needs. I am comfortable and love working with kids of all ages! I love to be outside if it is nice out...
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5 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
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I have a bachelors degree in child development and worked with children for several years, including children with special needs. I used to teach preschool and was a nanny for several years before, during, and after college. At one time, I nannied for a family of 8 kids! I am currently a law student at KU and am looking to find...
Meal prep
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light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have spent 10 years working with children of all ages, ranging from preschool teacher/early childhood, school aged programs as well as children with special needs. I am CPR/First Aid Certified and have various other certifications including safe sleep, recognizing abuse & neglect, and more. I am a student at KU and want to...
Hi! My name is Melina, I am a Pre-Nursing student at The University of Kansas. I have over 4 years of nannying/ housekeeping experience with infants, special needs children, pre-teens, etc. I obtain my CPR, First-Aid and CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) Licenses. I currently reside in Lawrence and am happy to commute. My...
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carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! I'm a 41-year-old mother of two with extensive experience in special needs classrooms as well as in healthcare. I have worked as a CNA on and off since 2005, and have experience in geriatric care, as well as psych, having worked both adult and adolescent units. I am currently pursuing my BSN online, and am looking for...
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carpooling
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Hi! I'm a reliable, patient, and caring person with over 5 years of experience working with children ranging from 4-12 years old, including some with special needs. I'm CPR certified. I am a para- professional in a large school district . I'm available to work date nights, weekend getaways, and after-school care, also full-time...
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carpooling
craft assistance
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Hi! I'm Elizabeth! I'm currently a junior at KU! I have experience working with children for 5 years now. In the past year, I have been a nanny for a family with 5 kids ranging ages 5-16, back in my hometown, over KU's breaks. I also work part-time in Lawrence at a church as a caregiver! From this job, I have worked with...
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am an outgoing, reliable, and energetic college student with 7 years of experience. My mom is a pediatrician, so I have experience with children of all ages and demeanors. I also spent several years as a volunteer at a school for students with special needs and those who grew up in underdeveloped areas.
With this experience, I...
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The average post rate is $13.96/hr as of November 2025
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