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5 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
I grew up with my autistic brother. He never had a drivers license and walked everywhere or rode a bike. One particular snowy night he was walking home from Walmart on a street that had no sidewalks. A pickup with a snow plow on the front hit my brother a knocked him into a deep ditch. He was life-flighted to Kansas City where...
Paul M. says "Larry is a great guy & really helped me out. Being single with no family in town I was always concerned about what I would do if I ever needed a surgery...
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9 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
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I have been working with children since I was 15 years old. I have always worked within my church nursery growing up and have also worked for the state of Kansas through Labette Mental Health and also Riverton Mental Health with children who were special needs. I have worked part time as a teacher at the Goddard school with...
Erin R. says "Jordan has been a real pleasure to know. She has a positive, confident attitude. She is very good about communicating via text or email and showing up on...
I've cared for my special needs daughter. She had a rare disease called 18p-syndrome. I cared for her 11 years. she also spent a lot of time in and out of the hospital. I have experience with g-tubes, trachea, bathing, giving baths etc. The lists go on. I also have an 13-year-old grandson with autism he is very self independent...
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I have experience caring for children with autism, ADHD/ADD, and blindness. I am comfortable with caring for all ages, and learning to meet individual needs. I cared for my father for many months after he went through radiation therapy and chemo 4 different times. I also cared for my brother for 6 months while he recovered from...
I have recently worked for Labette Mental Health where my duties where to help children who have behavioral issues and could not do certain life skills on their own.
I'm currently finishing my Degree in Special Education and Elementary Education at Northwest Missouri State University.
I currently am working at the Nodaway Association of Group homes assisting adults with developmental disabilities with everyday task such as cleaning, shopping, community outings, social settings, etc.
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Kindhearted Doctor Of Occupational Therapy Student Looking To Provide Compassionate Care
Lees Summit, MO
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5 years experience
Hi my name is Sherelle and I have been caring for individuals across the lifespan with medically complex needs since I was 18 years old. I have experience with tracheotomies, g-tubes, basic wheel chair mobility, and any other ADLs that you may think of. I am currently pursing my doctor of occupational therapy degree, but I would...
Hello! My name is Ashley , I currently work with individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. I have been with the company for 4 years and have been working directly with our individuals for about 2 years. I love what I do and would love to help someone else out as well. I am also studying to become a Special...
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Sophia and I'm a college student. I have experience working with kids with and without special needs, and find a lot of joy in childcare.
The majority of my experience comes from camp counselor settings, but I've also enjoyed working in a preschool environment. Being able to guide and support children is a...
Carpooling
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light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
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Hi! My name is Ava! I am the oldest of 4 girls and love caring for kids. I have worked with kids up to 12 along with special needs friends at my church. I also have been babysitting for family and friends since I was about 16!
Carpooling
craft assistance
Special Education Teacher with kids for 3 year.
Former daily support individual for Foster Adopt Connect providing trauma-informed practices.
Former Daily Support Person with adult group homes providing care for adults with special needs.
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Grace, and I enjoy working with children. I am CPR, first aid, and safe sitter certified. I have experience with kids ages 6 months-11 years. I am the oldest of three siblings and one of my younger sisters has special needs. I have spent many hours watching my sisters and have been babysitting other families...
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for! As a friendly and reliable caregiver with five years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for up to three children of all ages. I maintain current First Aid and CPR training and have experience working with children with special needs. I embrace and support...
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, friendly, kind
I like working with kids because kids have such bright ideas and outlooks on the future! They're so creative and imaginative.
I'm looking for a job that I can consistently work at.
I started working with kids when I was very young. I have a big family and I'm the...
Craft assistance
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meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
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Hi families! My name is Danika and I have over 6 years of experience in childcare, ranging from infant care to school-aged tutoring. For the past 1. 5 years, I have worked as a private nanny, focusing on structured routines and engaging, educational play. I have extensive experience working with children with special needs,...
Carpooling
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light cleaning
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I have been babysitting for neighbors and family friends since I was about 12 or 13. I have watched all ages from new born to 13 or 14. I can make bottles, change diapers, and more. I am very good with children all ages. I am comfortable with pets. I have experience with special needs kids. I am learning ASL, I know enough to be...
I'd describe my personality as caring, experienced, funny, kind, and patient
I started caring for people with special needs in 2013 through a program at my school. However I started working with them professionally when I received a job with the school district as a paraprofessional.
In my spare time, I like to relax, spend...
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
Nurturing children and supporting families through reliable, high-quality care is important to me. With several years of childcare experience ranging from being a mommy's helper to babysitting kids with special needs, I offer a fun and friendly approach to childcare for up to three children. I have an undergraduate degree in...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 18 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a very enthusiastic, responsible, musical and creative former teacher! I am currently not available for childcare, only tutoring, piano lessons or pet sitting. As I do have a 18-month-old child, they would need to be able to accompany me to any job. I taught for seven years as a full time high school Spanish teacher. I am...
Rayon W. says "You won't regret it. Meriam is AMAZING!!"
Available 24/7 VERY Flexible
Care Giver by Nature: Nanny by Choice!
Genuine, Loyal, Honest, Energetic, Fun!
I obtained my Bachelors in Psychology and sociology with minors in Biology, Criminal Justice Administration and women's studies with Honors from Columbia College.
I like to think that I specialize in the younger...
Raji J. says "She takes her job seriously and is willing to learn new things. She appears genuinely interested in how the client can benefit from her services and has...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $16.00/hr as of June 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.5
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Lees Summit, MO
Special Needs Caregivers in Lees Summit, MO are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Larry J.
Larry is a great guy & really helped me out. Being single with no family in town I was always concerned about what I would do if I ever...
- Paul M.
Jordan C.
Jordan has been a real pleasure to know. She has a positive, confident attitude. She is very good about communicating via text or email and...
- Erin R.
Meriam D.
You won't regret it. Meriam is AMAZING!!
- Rayon W.
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