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Angela R.

Experienced With Multiples & Special Needs

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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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Certified Nursing Assistant

Shawnee, KS

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
errands
home modification
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
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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Professional RN Who Loves Kids Of All Ages

Mission, KS

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...

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Overland Park, KS

3.0(1)
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$27/hr
3 years experience
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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Part Time Nanny

Shawnee, KS

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
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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Baby Sitter

Olathe, KS

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
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...
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Olathe, KS

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Lifelong advocate for inclusive education and youth mentorship. From my time as a high school Special Education volunteer to my role as a Teacher's Aid, I've dedicated myself to supporting students of all abilities. I thrive on the energy of the younger generation and am committed to building lasting relationships within the...
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Overland Park, KS

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$22/hr
3 years experience
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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Overland Park, KS

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Erika. I am a graduate from Kstate with a bachelors in human development and family science with a minor in Conflict resolution and trauma studies. I have been babysitting for 8 years and have had experience working with children ages ranging from 6 months-13 years old as well as special needs. I also have...
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Looking For A Summer Nanny Position!

Overland Park, KS

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$19/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Little More About Me!

Olathe, KS

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Overland Park, KS

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
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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Overland Park, KS

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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
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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Fun Caretaker With Speech - Language - Hearing Background.

Shawnee, KS

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$12/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a recent graduate of the University of Kansas majoring in Speech- Language - Hearing with a minor in East Asian Languages and Cultures with a focus in the Mandarin language. I have years of experience babysitting children from 2 months old to high schoolers. I also have years of experience and a passion for working with...
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Caregiver For All Ages

Shawnee, KS

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Oldest sister of 5, fun loving nanny for 7 including special needs, teaching in middle and high school classrooms - I have all kinds of experience with children of all ages! I would love to spend time with your little people and give you peace of mind while you are away!
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Olathe, KS

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I have eight years of experience with kids ages 3 months to 13 years old. I also have worked with kids who have special needs, such as Autism. I have a degree in Education and a minor in Child and Family Development. I will graduate in May with a masters in school counseling and I'm looking for a summer job.
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Kansas City, MO

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$19/hr
20 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Early childhood, Elementary and special education teacher. I have a lot of great experience working in and out of school settings. I have Nannied for families with multiple children of all ages, as well as single child homes and children with special needs. I am comfortable with pets and helping with house chores. I can do...
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Olathe, KS

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate childcare professional with experience as an au pair, nanny, camp counselor, and gymnastics coach. I enjoy creating fun and educational environments for children through activities like themed crafts, games, and outdoor adventures. As a nanny, I provided specialized care for a child with special needs,...
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Mission, KS

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Compassionate and reliable caregiver with several years of experience, including those with special needs. I create a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where kids feel supported, understood, and encouraged to grow.
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Olathe, KS

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Hello! My name is Katie and I'm a LMSW (Licensed Master of Social Worker) as well and single Mom. I have one child with special needs, including an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis. After graduating with my Masters degree in 2017 from KU, I worked in Special Education for 7 years in the Olathe school district. In my next role,...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $17.00/hr as of June 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Lenexa, KS

Special Needs Caregivers in Lenexa, KS are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Angela R.

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...

- Kathie and Josh W.

Melissa J.

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...

- Sallie B.

Brenda W.

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...

- Patrick P.

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