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Nadiya Z.


Republic, MO

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

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.
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Lauren H.


Republic, MO

$13-28/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I recently moved here from Fargo ND and am still getting the lay of the land. Back home I worked at the extended school program all throughout high school ages ranging from kindergartners to 6th graders. My senior year I worked one-on-one with a special needs kiddo around the age of 6. I have also been babysitting since I...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
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Danielle R.


Billings, MO

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I have been nannying and babysitting for over 10 years and this is my 3rd year being a paraprofessional. I worked at Willard schools for 2 years and now I'm at Mt Vernon, I work with special education students and it is my passion so if your child has special needs it certainly will not scare me off! I work during the week but I...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Chandra S.


Brookline, MO

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Stay At Home Mom/Part Time Working Mom

I am graduating from the OTC occupational therapy assistant program this May 2019. I am starting an in home care company where I will be able to provide knowledgeable care to you or your loved one. I am married with 3 kids, and we host individuals with disabilities in our home. I have had clinical experience as an occupational...
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Claudia C.


Springfield, MO

$20-28/hr1 yrs exp

Nurturing, Dependable, And Confident Nanny And/Or Caregiver

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...
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...

Connor M.

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Claudia C.


Springfield, MO

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Full-time Senior/special Needs/babysitter Available

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...
Claudia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, dementia, errands
5.0
"Claudia is Dedicated, dependable and always has a positive attitude. She is kind and a great team player ready and willing to go the extra mile to help her co-workers."

LINDA C.

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Brittaney D.


Springfield, MO

$15-18/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver At Heart

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a caregiver at heart. I find taking care of others, especially infants and those with special needs, to be the thing that makes me feel most accomplished and content. I have worked in various care settings and facilities over the last 8 years. Whether working with a single family, in a group care facility, or...
Brittaney can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Brittaney is wonderful with children. She takes in consideration of each and every little personality and cares for the children like they are her own. She is patient and kind and loves to help them learn. I would recommend her anytime."

Mandy C.

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Haley W.


Springfield, MO

$12-17/hr5 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: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Grace R.


Springfield, MO

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny Looking For Live-in Position

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for all ages-from infant to 13 years old. I am comfortable with big families, I have watched as many as 6 kids at once. I love children and seek to nurture and encourage them through play, learning, arts and crafts, and more. I have worked with special needs children and I am willing to work alongside the parents or...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Grace is hands down the best babysitter we have ever had. She was incredibly confident, professional, and understanding. Our 3.5yr old daughter absolutely loved her and will not stop talking about seeing Grace again as soon as possible. She exceeded our...

Mathew F.

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Kelly C.


Springfield, MO

$18-28/hr1 yrs exp

All About The Kids

Hello my name is Kelly and I am 21 years old and I am from Wisconsin. I am moving to Missouri for an internship and I am looking for another part time job. I have an early childhood associates degree, and have worked with children for about three years. I have experience with children with special needs.
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Cassie S.


Springfield, MO

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Knowledgeable Babysitter

Hi! I'm Cassie and I'm currently 25 years old. I love children and have worked with all ages of children. I also attended OTC for many years, and majored in Early Childhood Development. I have experience working in several different childcare facilities. I also have experience with special needs children and adults. I'm first...
Cassie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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,...
Kaitlin can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
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Emalee B.


Springfield, MO

$17/hr1 yrs exp

child care

I grew up raising my three younger siblings, two boys and one girl. I really enjoyed when my parents would "put me in charge" for a date night or grocery shopping. I am 4 years older than my next oldest sibling, and have cared for children as young as four months. I also grew up coaching the youth cross country team, with my...
Emalee can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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Natasha S.


Springfield, MO

$8-50/hr10 yrs exp

Me

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of seven beautiful children and five of them are special needs I did home health for 5 years for special needs children I've worked in a nursing home the last 10 years I work with handicap and people all around and mentally handicapped autism sickly children as a foster parent as well for 5 years love my babies and...
Natasha can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ashley M.


Springfield, MO

$15-30/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Most Week Nights And Weekends.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I love to work with kids of all ages. My experience includes working in a large day camp with kids ages 5-14, nannying kiddos with special needs, nannying in split households, and numerous amounts of babysitting. Some of my hobbies include music, reading, writing, soccer, going on adventures, and so much more. I'm...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I started caring for people with special needs in 2004. As a disability support specialist I believe it is my highest calling to be present with people with disabilities One thing you should know about me is that I'm caring, great listener, patient and will abide by policy and procedures My skills...
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Hayley S.


Springfield, MO

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Looking For Full Time, Rewarding Work.

Hello, I have worked as a caregiver since 2013. I work in homes with those with disabilities ranging from 16 to 65. I work with elderly as well as teenagers and have a 7-year-old son and 1-year-old daughter of my own so I have experience with babies/toddlers well. I am CPR and Med certified for the state of Missouri. I have a...
Hi! My name is Hailey. For the last two years I have been a nanny for two separate families and have a lot of experience with kids. I also have experience with children with disabilities. In high school my jr and sr year I was a specialized cadet, the last three hours of my day were spent with a sweet little girl who suffered...
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Levi P.


Springfield, MO

$31/hr10 yrs exp

Experiened Caregiver With EMT License

I am a licensed and insured EMT/caregiver with 12 years of caregiving experience, mostly with seniors and people with special needs. I am currently a live-in caregiver. Think of the highest quality care someone can receive and that is what I provide to you or your loved one.
Levi can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, errands, hospice services & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Republic, MO

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.

Brittaney D.

5.0

I have known Brittaney for over 10 years and has kept my kids many different times over the years. My girls love her, she’s fun. She has a way of getting them to behave without them doing that’s what they are doing.

- Care member

Grace R.

5.0

Grace is hands down the best babysitter we have ever had. She was incredibly confident, professional, and understanding. Our 3.5yr old daughter absolutely loved her and will not stop talking about seeing Grace again as soon as possible. She exceeded our expectations with wonderful photo updates and...

- Mathew F.

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