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Hi! I'm an RN who would love to care for your special person. I have experience with children with learning challenges, with patients who have had physical and mental disabilities of all sorts and I'm confident I can help you out. My background is one of a home health care nurse for 8 years, Hospital Critical Care and Float...
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Hi there, my name is Mariah. I'm currently in nursing school and have been involved in childcare for as long as I can remember. I grew up with a lot of siblings, so I started babysitting at a very young age. Over the years, I've cooked, cleaned, played with, transported, and helped educate kids of all ages.
Throughout high...
Lauren B. says "Mariah has watched my infant daughter several times. She is dependable and communicates very well. She's great with my daughter and is very trustworthy...
I've worked and been around children and adults with special needs since I was 18. I worked as a behaviorist in the smsd school district for a couple years before having children of my own. Since then I have assisted with a couple families that have children with special needs.
I love working with children in general, no matter...
Melissa L. says "Jackie has always displayed a high degree of integrity, responsibility, and ambition."
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Hello, my name is Karla. I am currently pursuing a degree in business and marketing at the University of Missouri Kansas City. I do have an associates in early childhood development. I am also CPR certified. I love to care for others and I have passion and patience for those who need care of all ages. I have experience working...
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I'm a caregiver with four years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, as well as caring for my sister with autism. My patience, creativity, and friendly nature allow me to connect with children...
Bridgette T. says "Elly was WONDERFUL with my baby son; he just lit up whenever she came into the room. She was always on time and flexible, and took wonderful care of J....
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- $18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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Warm, loving, and attentive nanny with 30+ years of experience caring for infants, multiples, children with autism (verbal and non-verbal), and other special needs. I pride myself on being an extension of mom-tuning in to each child's needs, building real connections, and creating a space where they feel safe, supported, and...
Kathie and Josh W. says "Angela has been working with our family part-time for over 2 years. If we could hire her full-time, we would! Our kids love her. She keeps...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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I am a motivated Certified Nursing Assistant with more than 12 years of hands-on training and I experienced working in assisted living, long term care facilities and home health care with disabled and geriatric patients. I feel confident that my background, strong bedside manner and skill in providing high quality care, makes me...
Sallie B. says "I hired Melissa to care for my dying mother in law. My husband and I both work full time. I work in the home health and hospice industry myself and can be...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
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I am patient and kind and love kids. Cared for adult quadriplegic and head injury patients before entering nursing school.
Patrick P. says "Given my care needs as a young professional with cerebral palsy from birth, I have hired and trained a staff of personal care attendants for nearly 10...
I am an energetic 29 y/o with a passion to assist others. I love teaching and exploring nature, oil painting, cooking and volunteering my extra time for those in need through various programs such as CASA, women's shelters and animal sanctuaries. I have experience working with children with medical needs (G tubes, J tubes, trach...
Sarah W. says "Michelle was a shining light during a very dark time for my family. My dad had a double hip replacement surgery and my mom is very sick with multiple...
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I have experience with all age groups, from newborns to 13-year-olds. I have no problem with kids who have special needs. I love outdoor activities, as well as board games and other various activities.
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8 years experience
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Hi, my name is Brianna.
I run Roselyn home daycare in Shawnee, KS and I have immediate openings for toddlers! Please reach out to schedule an interview
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Hello! My name is Sarah and I am looking to work as a nanny from mid Jan-May. I have worked with children for about 13 years now which includes daycares, after school care programs, social services, summer camp, Girl Scouts, coaching, volunteering at children's mercy, and various babysitting/nanny jobs. I am a recent KU grad...
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Hello :) My name is Ony (On-ee)
My background with kids of all ages comes from working as a special education paraprofessional, a behavioral tech in a psychiatric residential facility, and as a substitute teacher over the past few years. I have experience working with kids of all ages, including special needs kids or kids with...
I became a caregiver because I am passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. With three years of experience caring for children of all ages, I am comfortable handling up to four kids at a time, from newborns to preteens. I have worked in the daycare, preschool, behavioral health and special needs setting, as...
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I have experience with kids ages 3 months to 10 years old. I also have worked with kids who have special needs, such as Autism
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I love taking care of kids of all ages and abilities! I have a perfect driving record and love being able to take children to fun summer activities! I am a certified nurse assistant and CPR certified. I have experienced caring for children from the age of 6 months and up. I was also a peer mentor in the special needs class in...
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working in a day care has been one of the greatest experiences of my life, I've increased my empathy, communication, creativity, understanding, and of course patience. I've changed thousands of dirty diapers, gotten thrown up on numerous times, and cradled a special needs toddler to sleep when no one else would. I wouldn't ever...
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Reliable and experienced childcare professional with nine years of childcare experience and over 18 years of horse handling experience. I have worked with children of all ages, including those with special needs and disabilities, and prioritize safety, patience, and individualized care. I currently work at CDC Daycare in...
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HI, my name is Emily I currently work at a child care facility but I'm looking to change jobs to allow me to go back to school and get a degree! I have 7+ years of experience. I have worked with both typically developing children and children with special needs of all kinds. I'm great with groups of children or with an...
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I have four children ranging in ages from 25-
30. I have many years of child care experience, and experience with multiples. I also have experience teaching preschool as well as special needs preschool. Many years of volunteering in elementary, middle school and high school. I love reading, music, sports, dancing and the...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $17.57/hr as of February 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Lenexa, KS
Special Needs Caregivers in Lenexa, KS are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Mariah L.
Mariah has watched my infant daughter several times. She is dependable and communicates very well. She's great with my daughter and is very...
- Lauren B.
Jackie C.
Jackie has always displayed a high degree of integrity, responsibility, and ambition.
- Melissa L.
Elliott H.
Elly was WONDERFUL with my baby son; he just lit up whenever she came into the room. She was always on time and flexible, and took wonderful...
- Bridgette T.
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