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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Nixa, MO

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years

Special needs caregivers in Nixa, MO

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Jessica K.


Nixa, MO

$20-25/hr

Special Needs Care

5.0

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I am a graduate student pursuing my M. Ed. In Applied Behavior Analysis. I have volunteered for four years at a summer camp for individuals with special needs called Camp Barnabas during which I spent one on one time with campers helping to attend to their every need including bathroom assistance, shower assistance, dressings,...
5.0
"She is the best ever! Great duster moves things and dusts the item she moves! This is hard to find it's usually feathers. She is flexible and kind and trustworthy too. I highly recommend her! She is hard working. I'm lucky to have found Jessie. She will clean,...

Cheryl L.

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Kierra M.


Nixa, MO

$8-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Care

I grew with a brother who has a very rare condition called osteogenesis imperfecta which cause very brittle bones and other symptoms. In having my brother around I was raised in a circle of people with a lot of other disabilities so I grew up helping and learning about all kinds of disabilities. Because of this I became a CNA at...
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Jessica K.


Nixa, MO

$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp

I am currently 22 and have worked with children of all ages since I was in jr. high. I have experience with children who have special needs or disabilities including developmental/learning disabilities. I am able to help with homework or work through school projects and encourage as well as help explain the work. I try to engage...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kierra M.


Nixa, MO

$12-17/hr • 2 yrs exp

Nanny

My first very job was baby sitting. To this day I help out in nursery at church and watch my nieces and nephews. I grew up my a disabled brother who has a rare condition called osteogenesis imperfecta (really brittle bones). So I have become very well practiced in taking care of special needs kids dude to being surrounded by...
Kierra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Frankie B.


Springfield, MO

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

Welcome to my profile I am an Independent Provider which means I am private pay only. Let me tell you a little about myself . I was a Psych Nurse for years, worked for the State of Missouri taking care of Special Needs youth for 11 yrs, I have raised a family and most recently took care of my mother who passed away last...
Frankie can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, live-in home care, dementia, visiting nurse, respite care & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"There are two words to describe the level of care and professionalism regarding Ms. B's entire book of work. She is "all in" with all that was required during a very difficult and challenging time with my wife who was terminally ill. I've employed several aids...

Frances C.

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Haley W.


Springfield, MO

$12-17/hr • 5 yrs exp

A Love For Joy!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Haley! I have six siblings, I am the oldest, and two of my siblings are special needs. I am very patient and would love to work with your family if willing! I currently teach 7th grade English at Willard Middle School and just finished my first year teaching!
Haley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Sierra T.


Springfield, MO

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a nanny I have several years experience with children of all ages and with special needs. I worked for 4 years for a family with 6 kids all within a 6 year age range (triplets). Please ask if you have any other questions/concerns.
Sierra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Currently student teaching in an elementary school. I have experience with special needs care and working with students during practicum experiences. also available for child care
Cole can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Allison H.


Ozark, MO

$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Allison and I'm 20 years old! I recently moved to Ozark, MO but work in Springfield. I'm currently employed full time on night shifts working with special needs folks! In my free time I ride my horses, enjoy the beautiful outdoors, spend time with my family playing cards, and kayaking! I would love to get to...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Mckay D.


Springfield, MO

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Night Nanny

Hi! My name is McKay (or KK) and I have 15 years experience in many fields but have always worked with kids or people with disabilities. I've worked as a SPED teacher, caregiver, nanny, and in social work. I am fun, silly, dependable, loving, and kind. I am also a first time mom with a 6-month-old. We had an amazing night nurse...
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Frankie B.


Springfield, MO

$18-19/hr

Experienced Care Giver

I have a healthy care giver history, I was a Psych Nurse for years, worked for the State of Missouri taking care of Special Needs youth for 11 yrs, I have raised a family and most recently took care of my mother who passed away last summer from COPD. I understand and practice professional boundaries of those I work with and...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Grace M.


Springfield, MO

$18-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Nanny

I am very familiar caring for children of many ages. I have four younger siblings, ages 1-10. I also cared for children in a church daycare. Two of my younger siblings are on the autism spectrum, so I am comfortable caring for children with special needs. I know some sign language as well. I am not easily upset and am very...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Elizabeth R.


Ozark, MO

$14-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello I go by my middle name Paige, and I have been a nanny for about 10 years. I have cared for children of all ages and love being a nanny. I have worked with children that needed accommodations and children that did not need any. I have a bachelors degree in Anthropology and have been CPR and first aid certified. Thanks for...
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Frankie B.


Springfield, MO

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced And Professional

I have many years experience with special needs youth and adults. I have a very diverse background Hospice Nursing Psych Nursing I have excellent professional and personal references which I encourage you verify
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Phoebe P.


Springfield, MO

$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Certified teacher with special needs experience including special education, life-threatening and chronic diseases, and severe social and emotional needs.
Growing up I had a younger brother who was on the Autism Spectrum and I frequently helped with his speech development and therapy. He was a bright soul and since him I have cared deeply for those with special needs. Throughout college I participated in Best Buddies as well as Special Olympics - all unpaid experiences but...
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Jacqueline M.


Springfield, MO

$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun And Functional Nanny

I am a graduate student at Cox College in the MSOT program. I have worked with kiddos with special needs, developmental delay, and visual impairment in the public school system and through MO First Steps in home early intervention for 8 years as a certified occupational therapy assistant. I love working with kids and have worked...
Jacqueline can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Brittany L.


Springfield, MO

$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

I was a PCA for a home health network for 2 years while I was in college. I have experience with elderly and special needs.
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
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Lauren M.


Springfield, MO

$14-21/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Lauren and l am a college student at MSU. I have babysat a special needs kid for 6 years. I have also babysat multiple other kids throughout the past 7 years. I am really good with baby's and special needs. I also worked at an aftercare and summer camp at a private school near me. Which I watch kids from the age...
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Zoey W.


Springfield, MO

$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have been a Healthcare worker for several years. I have a 13-year-old special needs daughter and a 1. 5-year-old son.
Zoey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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