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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...
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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- $23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 8 years of experience supervising children, and five years of experience teaching individuals with special needs. I love to teach and have fun with children of all ages. I am very flexible and would love to help out anyone who is in need of an extra set of hands this summer!
Katherine F. says "Emily is amazing! My child loves spending time with her and always looks forward to the next visit, and she's sweet with our anxious dog too! Emily...
Light cleaning
My career was 30+ years of direct care for children and leadership of programs that provided services to young children with and without special needs and women and children in domestic violence situations. Most of the children were infants and preschoolers, but I cared for older children as well. I retired to spend more time...
Stephanie W. says "Leslie is fantastic and we highly recommend! I have nothing but great things to say. She watched our daughter part-time for almost two months while we...
Available 24/7 VERY Flexible
Care Giver by Nature: Nanny by Choice!
Genuine, Loyal, Honest, Energetic, Fun!
Resume and References Available Upon Request!
I obtained my Bachelors in Psychology, with minors in Biology, Criminal Justice Administration and Sociology with Honors from Columbia College.
I like to think that I...
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 wide range of childcare and management background has allowed me to be a productive team member in a range of situations . My common goal is to provide all task set forth by parents to always obtain a quality of life in the home environment and give excellent care. I am keyed up about the likelihood of being able to...
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
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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...
Nick K. says "Sarah was wonderful! I booked her last minute through care.com, and we confirmed through text message the details. Sarah's childcare was great! I have two...
Mature, Responsible, Outgoing, Social Nanny Looking To Love On And Care For Your Little One
Blue Springs, MO
3.0(1)
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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...
I have more than 10 years experience working with individuals with special circumstances (needs). I am very patient as I know this is very necessary to be successful in whatever task we have set out to do. I strive to get to know each individual very personally so that I can best support them in the way they need me to. I would...
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I worked at a daycare before getting into the medical field. I have experience working as a direct support professional for children with disabilities.
I have worked with both children and adults with special needs. I began working with children in group homes, then worked as a paraprofessional in Special Ed. classrooms. In 1996, I got my degree in teaching (Special Ed.). I have worked in both homes and schools with children having severe and multiple disabilities,...
Hi there!! I am a paraprofessional for the Center School District in the Early Childhood Program but I love working with children of any age. I am also CPR certified. I love would to help care for your child or children. I can work on short notice if you are in a bind. I can't wait to hear from you!
-Jessica
I have mainly worked with children with Autism, Developmental Delays and Down Syndrome but I have also worked with all age groups with varying special needs. I truly love working with people with special needs and work full time as a behavior analyst with a behavioral health provider. this has been my passion for almost 10...
From the time I turned 18 I have worked in direct care. From 18-23 I worked in homes for individuals with disabilities, working with individuals with a wide range of disabilities. I was a house manager for high behavioral home as well as worked with high medical and non-verbal individuals.
I have also worked in nursing homes...
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I am looking for a new family to work with either a couple nights a week or 40-45hrs a week. A bit about my background: I have a degree in elementary education and minored in child development. After 4 years as an educator, I switched to nannying where I gained valuable and life changing growth and experience working with...
Hi my name is Sara and I am a behavioral para at one of the local high schools in the area. I have three years of prior nannying experience with one year specifically working with special needs students. The majority of my students are on the Autism Spectrum in addition to ADHD and developmental disabilities. I am currently in...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I am a mom of the coolest 10-year-old boy. I have a back ground in special education. I have worked with families that had multiple children at different ages. I always have extra art supplies if they like crafts. I do not smoke, I have worked with children with special needs and allergies. I hope I can help you out. Thank you...
Objective: To provide the highest quality of care, to help people remain safe and happy at home. To improve peoples lives, so they can maintain the highest level of health and independence. My mission is to improve peoples lives so they can stay in their own home. Bring my dedication and passion for children's development to the...
I have worked the majority of my adult life in healthcare mostly in the IDD department. I started off caring for individuals in their homes, moved to a day service settings then to employment coordination and ultimately in case management prior to moving to Missouri. I do have a CNA license for Kansas, but not certified in...
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The average post rate is $15.77/hr as of November 2025
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
Emily M.
Emily is amazing! My child loves spending time with her and always looks forward to the next visit, and she's sweet with our anxious dog...
- Katherine F.
Leslie C.
Leslie is fantastic and we highly recommend! I have nothing but great things to say. She watched our daughter part-time for almost two...
- Stephanie 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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