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Emily M.

Child Care

Lawrence, KS

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi! I am a college student who is looking for something either part or full time. I am a caring, patient, friendly and easy going person and am very flexible. I love working with kids and have been working with them for about two years. I grew up babysitting and volunteering within the Special Needs community as well as helping...
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Sabrina

Lawrence, KS

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate childcare professional with experience as a au pair, nanny, camp counselor, and gymnastics coach. I enjoy creating fun and educational environments for children through activities like themed crafts, games, and outdoor adventures. As a nanny, I provided specialized care for a child with special needs,...
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Lawrence, KS

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$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Lawrence, KS

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
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...
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Reliable And Nurturing Care Provider

Lawrence, KS

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Satanya! I'm a compassionate and reliable caregiver with 3 years of experience providing care for children, seniors, or individuals with special needs. My goal is to create a safe, nurturing environment where those I care for feel comfortable and valued. Whether it's assisting with daily tasks, providing companionship,...
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Hi

Lawrence, KS

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Fun, Outgoing, And Attentive Carer

Lawrence, KS

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$12/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Lawrence, KS

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi, I'm Sydney. I graduated from JCCC's Culinary Arts School with an Associate in Liberal Arts. I have years of kitchen experience, but my heart is in caregiving. I spent four years as a children's ministry teacher caring for kids from newborns to age 12, and also worked as a CNA providing daily care for an elderly woman. My...
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Hi

Lawrence, KS

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$8/hr
10 years experience
Errands
respite care
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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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Two-for-One Care: Reliable Family Support Team

Lawrence, KS

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
live-in home care
Hi, I'm Sydney. I graduated from JCCC's Culinary Arts School with an Associate in Liberal Arts. I have years of kitchen experience, but my heart is in caregiving. I spent four years as a children's ministry teacher caring for kids from newborns to age 12, and also worked as a CNA providing daily care for an elderly woman. My...
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Certified Nurse Aid

Lawrence, KS

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
personal care
Seniors have a very special place in my heart. During my two years of CNA experience, I've learned more valuable life lessons than all other years of my life combined. I think it is so important to interact with every resident with kindness, respect, and compassion. Each person I care for has an entire lifetime of memories to...
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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
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
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)
from
$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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The Cool Babysitter!

Leavenworth, KS

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 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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Heartfelt Care, Every Step Of The Way.

De Soto, KS

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$8/hr
8 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
companionship
hospice services
errands
+ 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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BCBA

Leavenworth, KS

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I am a Board Certified Behavior analyst and have experience with autism, downs syndrome, eating disorders, pervasive developmental disorder, ODD, ADHD and many more acronyms that are associated with our friends needing additional care.
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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
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
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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Caretaker

Leavenworth, KS

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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Randi. I work caring for adults with special needs at a small group home in Overland Park one day a week and with an elderly lady one day a week. I am interested in working closer to home (Leavenworth) on a part time basis on my other days. About me: I am a Christian and active member of my church. I majored in...
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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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Lenexa, KS

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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