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- $20/hr
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...
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.
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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...
Carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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...
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.
Meal prep
light cleaning
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...
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...
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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!
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
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
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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...
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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...
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have worked with children since I was 15 years old. That includes coaching, babysitting, teaching, and being a caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and multiple siblings at once. I have lots of experience with caring for children and find joy in being a part of their day. I provide a fun and structured...
Errands
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...
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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10 years experience·
Hired by 18 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
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...
I have a lot of experience taking care of clients that have dementia, Alzheimer's and Schizophrenia. I have CNA license and experience. I also took care of visually impaired clients as well as clients who are quadriplegic.
Karyn M. says "Araceli is a model caretaker! I have worked in the Healthcare industry. I know what professionalism looks like, and Araceli has it. She confirmed the...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello!
My name is Sarah.
I have many years of experience with children. I have worked in a couple daycares as a teacher from infant to PreK. I have also earned my Bachelors in elementary education so I have learned a great deal on how to care for children. From earning my degree, I completed student teaching and moved into...
Care Member says "Sarah is fantastic. We hired her for 9 months with our then 2.5 yr old boy, and she was awesome. He was always excited to see her, and she was great...
Mature, Responsible, Outgoing, Social Nanny Looking To Love On And Care For Your Little One
Blue Springs, MO
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
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For over 20 years, I've been dedicated to nurturing children's growth and positively impacting their lives, providing families with reliable care. I have experience with overnight care, multiples (twins), special needs and currently as an in-home Nanny. I had a Licensed Family Day Care in my home for 6 years. As a parent of two...
Jesse W. says "Dana spent an entire day watching our 4 month old in our home. She also got our 3 year old fed and ready for school & took her there. Dana arrived promptly...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $16.00/hr as of October 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Lees Summit, MO
Special Needs Caregivers in Lees Summit, MO are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 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.
Meriam D.
You won't regret it. Meriam is AMAZING!!
- Rayon W.
Clarinda R.
She takes her job seriously and is willing to learn new things. She appears genuinely interested in how the client can benefit from her...
- Raji J.
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