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Kelsy A.

RN Available For As Needed And Part-Time Care

Prairie Village, KS

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I worked with a variety of patients and clients ranging from infants to adults. I have 16 years experience working with children in their home and school settings of ages newborn-teen and of all acuity levels. I enjoy working with kids through my nursing work, sitter work, and as a yoga and meditation teacher. I aim to provide...
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Part-time Caregiver

Prairie Village, KS

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$15/hr
1 year experience
My natural ability to connect with kids both typical and special needs allowed me the opportunity to participate in a high school program called cadet teaching. This peer mentoring program encouraged the growth of social and life skills outside of the classroom. During this time my brother was also diagnosed with Autism, this...
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The Silly Sitter

Prairie Village, KS

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Experience working as a at-risk (reading) aide at a elementary school, an online English teacher, and a nanny has provided me with opportunities to work with a wide-range of children. My passion and ability to be an involved and knowledgeable caregiver would make me an asset to any family. I have served as a coach, mentor,...
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Babysitter/Nanny

Prairie Village, KS

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I am an RN, BSN caring for children newborn to teen. Experience with special needs; school nursing experience. I am CPR and first aid certified with over 10 years experience working with children in their home, school, and community settings.
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Kansas City, MO

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
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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Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Available 24/7 VERY Flexible Care Giver by Nature: Nanny by Choice! Genuine, Loyal, Honest, Energetic, Fun! I obtained my Bachelors in Psychology and sociology with minors in Biology, Criminal Justice Administration and women's studies with Honors from Columbia College. I like to think that I specialize in the younger...

Raji J. says "She takes her job seriously and is willing to learn new things. She appears genuinely interested in how the client can benefit from her services and has...

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Kansas City, KS

3.0(0)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with autistic children. I have worked also with mentally challenged children and adults. I worked with individuals with all sorts of handicaps from mild to severe. I truly enjoy helping others and it's a passion that I desire in my heart.
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Babysitter

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am an experienced Full Spectrum Doula with 10 years of professional experience as a childcare provider. I am experienced and comfortable with all ages starting from birth. I am trained in both first aid and CPR and have a lot of experience with children with special needs. I am comfortable with pets, I love animals and would...

Care Member says "Caring, reliable and nice. The first day she worked for us, my kids asked when is she coming back, which shows a lot about her kindness!"

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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
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 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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Fun Special Education Teacher

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have 8 years of experience supervising children, and five years of experience teaching individuals with special needs. I love to teach and have fun with children of all ages. I am very flexible and would love to help out anyone who is in need of an extra set of hands this summer!

Katherine F. says "Emily is amazing! My child loves spending time with her and always looks forward to the next visit, and she's sweet with our anxious dog too! Emily...

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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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Caring, Energetic, And Experienced Sitter/daycare Teacher

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a fun, playful sitter who has 10 years of experience babysitting, nannying, as well as working in both an in-home daycare and daycare/preschool facility. Families I've worked with in the past say they appreciate and enjoy my help because I play with and engage their children, rather than only supervise. I graduated...

Care Member says "She arrived on time. I was also able to talk to her before the scheduled day to get to know each other better. Plus, the kids liked her. "

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Special Needs And Mental Health Professional

Lenexa, KS

4.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
20 + years of CARING and dependable care for your family member as well as the rest of the family. Experience working in the home as well as psych hospitals, mental health rehab facilities and physical therapy facilities. I'd rather work in the home with the person who needs help because that is where the quality care is given...

Jennifer H. says "I have been using Lisa for years. She is the kindest person you will ever meet. She is amazing. My son loves her and so do I. She is very...

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Professional RN Who Loves Kids Of All Ages

Mission, KS

5.0(1)
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$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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Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a lot of experience taking care of clients that have dementia, Alzheimer's and Schizophrenia. I have CNA license and experience. I also took care of visually impaired clients as well as clients who are quadriplegic.

Karyn M. says "Araceli is a model caretaker! I have worked in the Healthcare industry. I know what professionalism looks like, and Araceli has it. She confirmed the...

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Kansas City, MO

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have more than 10 years experience working with individuals with special circumstances (needs). I am very patient as I know this is very necessary to be successful in whatever task we have set out to do. I strive to get to know each individual very personally so that I can best support them in the way they need me to. I would...
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Seeking Temporary Placement Until April 18th

Kansas City, MO

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Over the years, I've worked many childcare jobs, from babysitting to being a full-time nanny starting with babysitting at 12 years of age. Each experience and child has taught me how to better provide care. I make learning fun, do arts and crafts, be supportive and help children to grow and excel. My experience includes 24 years...
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Nurse Providing Special Needs Service

Leawood, KS

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
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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Full Time Live Out Nanny

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! I am looking for a full-time position. I have worked in the child care industry for 14 years. Nine years working as a nanny and five years in a preschool/daycare. Have experience with all age groups, multiples, and special needs. I love doing crafts, reading, cooking with the kids, and much much more. I have my...

Lauren W. says "She is unbelievable with my two little girls! They love her! "

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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
Light cleaning
home modification
errands
live-in home care
dementia
+ 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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $13.00/hr as of April 2026

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Prairie Village, KS

Special Needs Caregivers in Prairie Village, KS are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Clarinda R.

She takes her job seriously and is willing to learn new things. She appears genuinely interested in how the client can benefit from her...

- Raji J.

Emily M.

Caring, reliable and nice. The first day she worked for us, my kids asked when is she coming back, which shows a lot about her kindness!

- Care member

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.

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