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I have 20 years of experience with children of all ages and developmental levels. I have tons of patience and enjoy all children. I have 5 additional certifications and hold a Bachelors Degree in ECE.
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I have worked in childcare for 7 years through the YMCA, and am currently employed as the Assistant Program Director for YMCA Camp Lakewood. I am a lifeguard, have a clean car, and am happy to help out around the house, with errands, etc. I am a full time student for psychology, though have some education with special needs kids...
Julia S.
Springfield, MO
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I grew up with my cousin who has limited abilities. I learned at a young age how to take care of her and how to help. I also have 18 years of experience taking care of kids of all ages. I am a positive, outgoing person. I am trustworthy and reliable. I learn fast and work hard. I have a clean background and 20 references...
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I have had multiple families I have babysat for and also was a part-time nanny for them. Some of these families have had children with disabilities which I was comfortable with due to my experience from a program I was involved in which was tutoring special needs. I also have experience working with infants through toddlers to...
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I love working with kids, have siblings, and little cousins of my own! I'm a great student and l'm very responsible!
I'd describe my personality as playful, responsible, and kind!
I like working with kids because it makes me feel like l'm making an impact in children's lives while also being a positive role model.
I'm looking...
Kaitlin P.
Springfield, MO
$13-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Kaitlin, I go by Kati. I'm 21 years old and I miss working with kids. I have always lived with kids, I have 10 siblings of my own, 9 nephews and 7 nieces currently, . I have worked in day cares before, babysit for when someone needs one. I am studying to become a teacher for early childhood and elementary school,...
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I have 20-plus years of experience caring for others. I have worked in some capacity with children and those needing various supports. My experience is focused on early childhood to age 8, however, I have supported older youth and adults with special needs. I want to serve others and help where I am able.
Additionally, I can...
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I have 10 years of experience in the health care field with all walks of life. Infants (ICU), toddlers (Peds), young children (Peds), adolescents (Peds), young adults, women's (gynecology, mother and baby), older adults and the elderly (ICU, Med Surg, Surg, Oncology, Cardiac, Neuro, Neuro Trauma, ER, Psych, Rehab, Ortho, skilled...
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5.0
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Hi! I'm a reliable, patient and caring nanny with over 15 years experience in child care. I have nannied for five families, usually staying with them for several years until the children start school. My parents have been doing foster care since I was 8 years old. I grew up helping care for each and every child that was in our...
5.0
"Rebecca is an amazing caregiver! She was a nanny for our children for several years and she went above and beyond to give the very best care. Any family would be blessed to have her!"
Reviewed by Kimberly R.
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I am an energetic individual who loves to laugh, I also enjoy helping people out. I have experience working with individuals with special needs, and assisting seniors at home. I am a caretaker who has been recently doing overnights and also helping out during the day. I have experience administering medications and monitor blood...
5.0
"Korey is an outstanding man who puts everything in to his work. He did a fantastic job taking care of my father-in-law in every aspect of the job. I couldn't ask for better!"
Reviewed by Darren A.
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I started off as a babysitter before becoming a live in nanny for 2 years. After that I was with 2 more families. One for 3 years and the other for 4. After that I became a preschool teacher to 24 3-year-olds. In addition to working with children I also have worked at 2 golf venues. I have experience with special needs children...
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During my paid babysitting experience, I've worked as a nanny for families with varying numbers of children, ranging from two to six kids at a time. My responsibilities encompassed a wide range of tasks, including transportation, cooking, accommodating dietary needs, enforcing bedtime routines, assisting with school work, and...
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I'm looking for a job that will allow me to expand on the knowledge I already have. I work with adults with special needs and would live to work more with children because would love to teach special needs children just do not have that ability to yet.
I started caring for people with special needs right out of high school. I...
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Korey M.
Ozark, MO
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs Caretaker Personal Care Assistance Available Full Time.
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My name is Korey, I have experience working with seniors & special needs individuals. I took care of my Great Grandmother for almost a year, I prepared her meals, distributed/prompted medications at the appropriate times, changed her clothes, transferred her/heavy lifting was involved. She enjoyed watching her favorite shows and...
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I started out babysitting cousins, neighborhood children and volunteering in a church nursery. Then I started my career working with individuals on the autism spectrum as a Registered Behavior Technician and Autism Specialist. I am great with children of all ages, neurotypical, and neurodivergent. I love kids and strive to...
Claudia C.
Springfield, MO
$20-28/hr • 1 yrs exp
Nurturing, Dependable, And Confident Nanny And/Or Caregiver
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Hello!
I'm Claudia, I've nannied previously for one year for a private family, but I do have a public reference from said family. And I very much prefer to keep things simple, so if possible, to be contacted via direct message through care. com and/or through my personal email would be appreciated.
Disclaimer: Please advise...
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"In working alongside Claudia I was able to experience her reliability, and the personal responsibility she took in bringing the best possible care to her clients, while maintaining a positive and productive...
Reviewed by Connor M.
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Hello! I'm Claudia and I very much prefer to keep things simple, so I do prefer to be contacted via direct message through care. com and/or through my email.
Disclaimer: Please advise that I will always request for a brief questionnaire personally curated by myself to be completed and submitted via email from any potential...
5.0
"She is determined to be the very BEST at her job!"
Reviewed by Ken C.
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Hi, I am currently attending evangel university for my bachelor's in Child Psychology and I'm looking for work after class. I get out of class MWF @ 2 p.m. and TH @ 3:15 p.m. I have a lot of experience babysitting for several people with children of all ages. I can provide references. I am extremely reliable and considerate...
Nadiya Z.
Republic, MO
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I come from family of 14. I take care of my brother with special needs. Have a couple years of experience in health-care including caregiving and medical assisting. Very friendly and reliable.
Elizabeth S.
Springfield, MO
$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a former high school teacher with four children of my own. I cared for my mother, who had multiple sclerosis, for 12 years in my home. I assure patience, empathy, and reliability.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Nixa, MO
Rebecca D.
5.0
I don't have enough words to describe how wonderful Becca is and what an asset she was to our family. She was our daughter's nanny for 3 years and I am so grateful for the time that we had her. Our daughter loved her so much, it's almost like she was a second mom to her. She is kind, patient,...
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Korey M.
5.0
Korey is an outstanding man who puts everything in to his work. He did a fantastic job taking care of my father-in-law in every aspect of the job. I couldn't ask for better!
- Darren A.
Claudia C.
5.0
In working alongside Claudia I was able to experience her reliability, and the personal responsibility she took in bringing the best possible care to her clients, while maintaining a positive and productive relationship with them. If you are in need of someone who holds themselves and those around...
- Connor M.
Claudia C.
5.0
She is determined to be the very BEST at her job!
- Ken C.
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