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Monica B.

Platte City, MO

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hello, My name is Monica . I'm a Registered Nurse with 20+ years home care experience . Very friendly, Patient and Kind. I'm looking to meet the needs of a new patient. I'm a Self starter, Organized with attention to detail and able to adapt and adjust to situations very well. Caring for people as my profession has been the...
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Platte City, MO

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm a mature in age mother of a son with high functioning autism at 26. I'm a very responsible, compassionate and fun- loving, high energy caregiver, who's patient and reliable. I have cared for multiple special needs clients in the last 9 years, some being on the spectrum and autism with verbal limits. What I can...
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Platte City, MO

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
For over a decade, I've dedicated myself to nurturing children's growth and development. My passion lies in making a positive impact on young lives while supporting families with reliable care. I am patient, creative, and approachable, ensuring a fun and safe environment for your children. I have a college degree, along with...
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Kind And Caring

Camden Point, MO

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$15/hr
I have friends that are special needs. I absolutely love caring for my friends and helping them as much as I can.
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Personal Care Attendant Looking For Work With Elderly Or Special Needs Children.

Kansas City, KS

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$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Respite care
live-in home care
dementia
hospice services
personal care
I am 38 years old and new to the area and have been in the medical field for 20 years. I have a wide range of experience from working with severe patients on hospice to light house keeping and companionship. I am certified in working with people with traumatic brain injuries teaching them how to live with their brain injuries. I...
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Leavenworth, KS

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
respite care
hospice services
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Randi. I work caring for adults with special needs and the elderly. I have worked with individuals with Alzheimer's. I am interested in working closer to home (Leavenworth) on a part time basis. About me: I am a Christian and active member of my church. I majored in art and minored in psychology in college. I'm...
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Lilith B.'s Photo

Kansas City, KS

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$24/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Lily and I would love to meet your kiddos!! I love having fun and finding new projects and experiences for your little ones. I have worked with all ages, including newborns & special needs children. Most recently, I am currently a nanny to 3 littles under 5, and have been with them for 2 years!
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Kansas City, KS

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi, my name is Cassidy. I am currently returning from a travel gap year and bring over seven years of childcare experience. I work as a CFSS/PCA provider and am CPR and First Aid certified. In addition to nannying, I have experience coaching youth soccer, developing age-appropriate curriculum, and teaching in a classroom...
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Leavenworth, KS

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$15/hr
11 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
**part-time availability for fall 2026** looking for under 10 hrs/week Babysat for family friends, ranging from infant -13. Nannied twin 8-year-olds, taking them to and from school for one year in 2020 May 2021- Sept 2024: experience as a direct support worker for an adult with special needs. I enjoy engaging activities, such...
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April T.'s Photo

Kansas City, KS

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is April and I have a masters in child development and almost 10 years experience working with infants that have developmental delays. Part of my role was to give children therapy and help them make progress in any of the following domains: cognitive, expressive and receptive language, social emotional, and self help...
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BCBA

Leavenworth, KS

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I am a Board Certified Behavior analyst and have experience with autism, downs syndrome, eating disorders, pervasive developmental disorder, ODD, ADHD and many more acronyms that are associated with our friends needing additional care.
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Very Experienced

Kansas City, KS

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a 39-year-old woman. I have been in the health care field for 25yrs. I was a behavior support coordinator making behavior support plans for all ages as well as communication devices. I have worked in home settings as well as residential. I am observant and patient. I understand the needs of each individual person and...
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Elizabeth T.'s Photo

Leavenworth, KS

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Carpooling, have experience with special needs children. I've been with Army CYS for 7 yrs and worked in the school with special needs children for 4 years before that.
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Leavenworth, KS

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hello I am a fellow direct support professional and I currently work a job as a Dsp getting my RBT. I am here to help with all the behavioral problems u might have to deal with , with your loved one . I understand everyone is different in their own way .
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Experienced Older Sitter Available For PT/Occasional Help (Including Overnights)

Kansas City, KS

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I enjoy laughing, learning, playing cards/games, reading, watching TV/movies/sports, music, nature, travel and walks. I have a degree in human services and completed a lot of graduate courses in counseling. I've spent my life working in education (K-higher ed) and social services, including over 20 years helping people of all...
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Behavioral Health Tech/Paraprofessional

Kansas City, KS

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$32/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Marcela and I am currently working towards becoming a Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor for children and adults on the spectrum. I currently work for the school district of North KC in their SPED program. Working with kids of all ages & backgrounds really is an awesome experience to have. They always...
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Kansas City, KS

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi, I'm Lauren! Looking for a daytime childcare position, 25-30 hour weeks are ideal. I can help with Light Housekeeping, meal prep, errands. Experience mostly with ages 1-4. Nannied 2 children (4 & 9) with special needs & worked in a commercial & a home daycare. I was a CNA, then moved to KC for nursing school. A few semesters...
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April T.'s Photo

Kansas City, KS

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$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a little bit of experience with autism. I have worked with a 6-year-old autistic boy for about eight months, and I absolutely loved it!
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Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights

Kansas City, KS

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I worked at a learning center for about six years as a headroom teacher for the 3-year-olds. Before that, I worked at a parent's day out program for six years. I was mini 4H superintendent for all of Wyandotte for three years. I have a degree in Early Childhood from KCKCC. I have worked with deaf and special needs children. I...
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Kansas City, KS

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
(Just want to start with I am moving out of Kansas at the end of August!) Hello! My name is Nevaeha! A couple things about me is I love family, animals, and cleaning! I have 8 siblings 6 brothers and 2 sister and 2 of them are special needs. I live with my 3 cats and grew up always have dogs, cats, fish, lizards, and farm...
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