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5 years experience·
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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
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
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...
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...
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.
Last...
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.
Hi my name is Payton and I have over six years of experience in senior care and special needs care I started in the dining services when I was 15 and worked my way up gaining hands-on experience in a nursing home for 2 1/2 years.
I'm skilled with using a gait belt and a Hoyer lift assisting with wheelchairs and walkers and...
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
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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
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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...
Hi! My name is Lydia I'd love to help out with you and your family! I'm outgoing, friendly, and kind. I love building meaningful connections with both children and their families.
I enjoy working with kids because of their creativity and positive outlook on the world. I encourage this through fun, engaging, and age-appropriate...
Craft assistance
carpooling
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.
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
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...
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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Hello!! I'm Chloe, I'm super excited to meet you!!
The first nannying/babysitting experience i've had was back in highschool (2018), at my church! I also babysat a few other families on the weekends and I always loved it! I'm realizing now that helping/teaching/taking care of children is something that I really want to...
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Sara. I have worked as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for 24 years. For 17 years of my career, I have worked with children and adults with special needs.
I have heard many times over the years that caregivers often don't have time or take the time for themselves as they are focused on taking care...
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
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
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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Hi! I'm Payton and I have 6+ years of experience, caring for children in a variety of settings. I've worked in an in-home daycare, daycare centers, and as a personal nanny, so I'm comfortable with all ages from infants to school, aged kids.
I can help with daily routine routines, diapers, feeding, bottles, potty training,...
Light cleaning
errands
Hello! My name is Sara. I have worked as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for 24 years.
For 17 years of my career, I have worked with children and adults with special needs.
I have heard many times over the years that caregivers often don't have time or take the time for themselves as they are focused on taking care...
Dementia
live-in home care
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
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Hi my name is Payton and I have over six years of experience in senior care. I started in the dining services when I was 15 and worked my way up gaining hands-on experience in a nursing home for 2 1/2 years.
I'm skilled with using a gait belt and a Hoyer lift assisting with wheelchairs and walkers and supporting clients with...
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...
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The average posted rate is $17.00/hr as of September 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.5
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