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58 special needs caregivers are listed in Lawrence, KS
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Lawrence, KS
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Over 20 years experience working in personal care as well as vocational and individual living skills training.
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"I have known Allison for 10 years and I was her supervisor for about 3 of those years. Allison develops strong, positive relationships with individuals quickly and easily. She is respectful and responsible....
Reviewed by Kelly M.
Stacy Y.
Lawrence, KS
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm a former elementary art teacher. I also home-schooled from grades K-12.
I adopted 6 kids from foster care, now ages 20-30, and have experience with special needs including mental illness. I also love seeing my 9 grand-kids!
I am a Christian active in my church, love animals, and have worked as a house...
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"Stacy is a person of great integrity and is very competent. Her personality is delightful and anyone hiring her would be lucky to have her!"
Reviewed by Royl M.
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My name is Ajuné, I'm 21, and I'm a student at Cornell University. I'm majoring in Psychology in order to become a child psychologist. I have a lot of experience as a babysitter, nanny, and preschool assistant teacher. I've always been great with younger children and have felt like they gravitate towards me. Their sweet,...
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"We love Ajune! We have hired Ajune as our nanny; she helps care for three children. It is very clear that she has a tender affection for children, which made me comfortable with her right away. The children...
Reviewed by Mary R.
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Hi! My name is Amanda! I have worked at the Hiilltop Child Development Center for 7 years I was a full time preschool teacher for 3 years! I have worked with children ranging an age from newborn to 15 years old. I have worked with kids with special needs and behavioral issues and feel comfortable taking care of them! I am CPR...
5.0
"Great with the kids, 10 month old was teething and she handled it all great!"
Reviewed by Sarah P.
Autumn B.
Lawrence, KS
$10-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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My name is Autumn and I am a recent graduate from KU! I studied Unified Early Childhood Education and in August I am beginning my first teaching job as a 3rd Grade Special Education Teacher. I have worked with children in many settings from classrooms, to home, to mental health centers, and a daycare center. I am comfortable...
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"My kids loved Autumn and so did my husband and I. She is kind, reliable and a great authority figure to our kids. We enjoyed working with her and will hire her in the future."
Reviewed by Jennifer S.
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Ive worked in several different settings with children and adults with special needs. I taught as a para educator for children with severe autism, and also have experience with many other types of needs including medically fragile conditions and g-tube care. I have experience with behavioral management, speech/language modeling,...
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I work with children who have special needs every day as a Paraprofessional and I would love to continue that work over the summer.
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I have been a caregiver and paraeducator for children & teenagers with autism, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, Down Syndrome & other chromosomal disorders, cerebral palsy, and social emotional needs. I have also taught dance to children and adults of all ages for 10 years. I am comfortable working with neurodivergent and...
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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!
Deborah S.
Lawrence, KS
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I am a licensed speech-language pathologist with 8 years of experience working with special populations. My specialty is with Autism Spectrum Disorders, but I have worked with many other differences.
Haylee K.
Lawrence, KS
$16-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hello!! My name is Haylee !! I am looking for a job where I can help out people with disabilities because I am super passionate about it and love being around them and putting a smile on their face and of course they always put a smile on mine!! I am wanting to go into pediatric occupational therapy once I graduate college so I...
Kayleigh D.
Lawrence, KS
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I have worked with special needs individuals for 6 years, enjoy helping these individuals have a voice, and am in many KU classes for disabilities and how to care for a range of different types. I am currently working towards becoming a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) and have many years of working with kids.
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I am a mom to 3 and a Gigi to 2. I'm a retired RN with 25 yrs experience in the emergency department, pediatrics and case management. I worked with Down syndrome children while volunteering at Hillcrest elementary and also while working at Cottonwood in the late 80's early 90's.
Willing to help occasionally or reoccurring set...
Carter S.
Lawrence, KS
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I am a patient, responsible, and fun caregiver. I have nannied for two young boys with Down syndrome for a total of 5 years - a summer job for one family and year-round for the other. I also volunteered for Lawrence Kids Special Olympics for two years. In high school, I was a part of the special education program as a student in...
Hannah S.
Lawrence, KS
$15-20/hr
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Part-time Caregiver Available On Weekends
I am currently a senior at the University of Kansas, majoring in Unified Early Childhood Education with a specialization in Special Education.
Grace B.
Lawrence, KS
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hello! I am 23 years old and I am currently in school to become a Speech Language Pathologist. I have experience caring for adults and children with special needs. Please message me if you'd like to hear more about my experience!
Jennifer S.
Lawrence, KS
$10-15/hr
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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...
Anna J.
Lawrence, KS
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have worked with people with disabilities child and adults for 4 years I mainly work with high behavioral teens that have autism, echolalia, cerebral palsy, and speech impediments. I have worked with challenges Behaviors. I have always had a passion for encouraging and helping young children reach their fullest potential and I...
Rebecca W.
Lawrence, KS
$20-50/hr
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I am looking for a nanny position starting August 2021. 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...
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I have over 10 years of experience working with a wide variety of individuals with disabilities. I can help with basic needs such as bathing, grooming, hygiene and more. I can also help with educational needs, social skills, appointments, etc. I am flexible, honest, and passionate!
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lawrence, KS
Allison R.
5.0
Extremely good at communicating with client and us
Has knack for solving almost all behavioral issues.
Our son really listens to her and knows Allison is listening to him and his issues
Has eliminated many unacceptable behaviors - ones we couldn't seem to make headway on.
Son likes her immensely...
- Terry E.
Stacy Y.
5.0
Stacy is a person of great integrity and is very competent. Her personality is delightful and anyone hiring her would be lucky to have her!
- Royl M.
Ajune R.
5.0
Ajune was great with our 18 months old kid. She was patient, attentive and caring.
- Ahmed A.
Amanda H.
5.0
Great with the kids, 10 month old was teething and she handled it all great!
- Sarah P.
Autumn B.
5.0
My kids loved Autumn and so did my husband and I. She is kind, reliable and a great authority figure to our kids. We enjoyed working with her and will hire her in the future.
- Jennifer S.
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Ratings for Lawrence, KS special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Lawrence, KS are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 58 listed special needs caregivers.