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Mary M.

Retired RN

Lawrence, KS

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$15/hr
10 years experience
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...
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Lawrence, KS

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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
My name is Ajuné, I'm 23, and I'm a student at Cornell. I'm majoring in Psychology in order to become a clinical 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, innocent...
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Lenexa, KS

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
My name's Brittany & I graduated from SJSU May '18 w/ a BA in Child & Adolescent Development.. Along w/ previous nannying I interned @ 4 elementary schools & taught 1st&2nd grade, special needs preschool, 4th/5th special needs, & middle school special needs. I also volunteered for CHAC'S FIRST 5 working w/ children ages 1-5. I...

Ashley D. says "She is very friendly and my children loved her! Being a first time user of Care.com I was uneasy at first about leaving my children with someone I didn't...

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Baldwin City, KS

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
I have grown to be passionate about caring for and working with families and children with a wide range of special situations.
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Evening Babysitter, Date Night, Moms Night Out With The Girls.

Leavenworth, KS

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I worked as a nanny for seven years while attending high school/undergrad school. I am currently a board certified behavior analyst with Family First Center for Autism and child development. I care for special needs kids every day and love my job. I have two small daughter's that I would love to take on a Disney cruise and would...
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Leavenworth, KS

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$11/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am a certified teacher, I teach fourth grade at Lansing intermediate school. I have taught for a total of three years before moving to Lansing schools. I have worked at two different daycares (Kiddi Kollege and Little treasures Learning center), I am CPR/AED/ and infant CPR certified. I am also have a lot of experience with...
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Adventurous Sitter

Oskaloosa, KS

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm 21 years old and a graduate student at KU in Educational Psychology and Research. I have an abundance of experience caring for children ranging from newborns to special needs. I love doing crafts, being creative, playing outside, and helping with homework!
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Part Time Nanny

Shawnee, KS

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
I have experience with all age groups, from newborns to 13-year-olds. I have no problem with kids who have special needs. I love outdoor activities, as well as board games and other various activities.
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Leavenworth, KS

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
respite care
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Randi. I work caring for adults with special needs and the elderly. I have worked with individuals with Alzheimer's. I am interested in working closer to home (Leavenworth) on a part time basis. About me: I am a Christian and active member of my church. I majored in art and minored in psychology in college. I'm...
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Melany E.'s Photo

De Soto, KS

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$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi my name is Melany!! I'm very passionate about helping children learn and grow. I've worked at a daycare, usually working with infants through one and a half year olds and I am currently a para for kids with special needs at an elementary school. I'd love to help out with your little ones :))
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Cristin G.'s Photo

Leavenworth, KS

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$12/hr
I have worked with many different groups of special needs kiddos. I have worked with adults through special olympics, I have worked one on one with a young woman that has behavioral outbursts and autism. I have a sister who has special needs, and also have worked through helpers inc with other individuals with special needs.
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Lenexa, KS

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hi my name is Sara and I am 32 years old. I am currently in Aesthetician school and looking for a part time job. I have been working for a medical device company and wanting to transition to something part time. I have experience working as a special needs para at an elementary school, also working in a daycare setting and...
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Caretaker

Leavenworth, KS

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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Randi. I work caring for adults with special needs and the elderly. I have worked with individuals with Alzheimer's . I am interested in working closer to home (Leavenworth) on a part time basis. About me: I am a Christian and active member of my church. I majored in art and minored in psychology in college. I'm...
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The Cool Babysitter!

Leavenworth, KS

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with anything the kids or family needs. I have a car and driver's license. I am currently in college so I'm available most weekends. I graduated high school in December of 2022. I love kids and I'm studying elementary biology as of right now in college. I have experience with all kinds of...
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Teacher Interested In Helping Children With special needs

Baldwin City, KS

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$5/hr
5 years experience
As a teacher, I have worked with numerous types of special needs children, including ADD, ADHD, autism, Cerebral Palsy, ELL, and others. I am kind, compassionate and patient person whom parents and children alike can enjoy being with and learn from. I am a loving and caring person available to help you and your family.
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Lenexa, KS

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have worked as a Middle School Teacher for the last 10years. I have worked with ages 11-18 during that time as a teacher an during the summer. I am flexible with hours as I am off during the summer.
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Mother Of Toddler Who Had Medical Needs

Leavenworth, KS

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$20/hr
Hello! I am interested in helping a special needs child part time. I have a 1. 5-year-old who had infant heart surgery. When we brought her home I had to manage her gtube, oxygen, 8 medications, injections as well as her weekly PT, OT, Speech, feeding therapy appointments. Now she is thriving, walking, talking, eating orally...
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De Soto, KS

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
I'm a nanny with a passion for helping children grow and develop. I have four years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My creative and reserved nature allows me to connect with children on their level while providing a structured and safe environment. I believe in open communication with...
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Heartfelt Care, Every Step Of The Way.

De Soto, KS

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$8/hr
8 years experience
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
transportation
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as kind, warm, confident I like caring for seniors because my purpose is service, empathetic and connection. I started caring for seniors/ high functioning special needs 8 years ago. In my spare time, I like to read books, hike, and fish One thing you should know about me is I'm reliable My...
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I Love To Have Fun&create Connections With Kids

Lenexa, KS

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I am 18 years old and will be attending University of Tampa next year for xc&track! I am looking for a summer job and working with children would be perfect! I am very time oriented and responsible. I'd love to make memories with your kids and enrich their fun this summer! I have background experience with special needs kids...
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  • 41 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.14/hr as of February 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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